The sweltering summer weather in Hong Kong can make anyone want to take a long bath and stay indoors. But if you’re one of those people who prefer to cool down differently, you can always swim your worries away at some of the city’s best pools. These hotel swimming pools are surrounded by breathtaking scenes of the city and will surely give you a refreshing break from the scorching heat.
Located on the eastern edge of Hung Hom’s harbourfront, The Kerry hotel’s infinity pool enjoys panoramic views over the city. The luxury pool also offers day passes for non-hotel guests and is a great spot to relax with a drink in hand after a long day of sightseeing. If you’re staying at The Kerry, make sure to catch a sundowner session at Red Sugar – it’s our favourite al fresco bar in town with free flow tapas and drinks.
Public swimming pools in HK are managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD). They charge a flat rate of HK$17 for weekdays and HK$19 on weekends. Seniors, persons with disabilities, children aged 3 – 13 and full-time students are eligible for concession rates.
There are 44 public swimming pools in Hong Kong, including nine on Hong Kong Island, 13 in Kowloon and 22 in the New Territories. The LCSD is conducting a series of disinfection and filtration measures to ensure the safety of the pools. The sanitisation process takes up to two weeks for each pool.
While the sweltering heat in Hong Kong may have you longing to hide away and hide under your blanket, it’s important to stay active to avoid health complications. If you’re unsure where to find the best hk pools, Portier has your back with our guide to some of the city’s most stunning ones.
Swimming in a hotel pool is one thing, but having it surrounded by a gorgeous view of the city skyline or Victoria Harbour is something else altogether. Indulge your inner mermaid with a dip in these amazing hotel pools and you’ll forget all about the blistering heat and sticky humidity in no time. Just remember to bring a towel and a pair of goggles!