Hong Kong Pools
When it comes to pools, Hong Kong stands out. From rooftop pools with panoramic Victoria Harbour views and indoor complexes with purple ceilings and Jacuzzis – these swimming spots will leave an impressionful footprint behind in their wake.
Mira Hong Kong boasts an exquisite 25-metre indoor pool where guests can swim laps and unwind in the jacuzzi without risking sunburn. Additionally, day passes are available so users can use other wellness facilities like sauna, steam bath and Jacuzzi facilities during their visit.
Or visit one of the 22 public swimming pools managed by Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), for which entrance fees range between HK$17 on weekdays and 19 on weekends; those over 60 years of age, disabled people or full-time students may qualify for discounted admission rates.
At The Mira, a highlight of your stay will be their rooftop pool where you can unwind and soak up some sun while taking in stunning views over Victoria Harbour. Plus, its heated water provides ideal swimming or lap practice without risk of sunburn!
Though The Peninsula Hong Kong is widely known as an exquisite hotel, their pool facilities certainly reflect this notion. Their indoor pool looks straight out of The Great Gatsby movie with marbled Roman columns and striped lounge chairs; furthermore it is surrounded by windows so you can take in views while unwinding in its waters.
Not long ago, it was reported that more than 50 LCSD swimming pools had to close due to contamination with vomit or faeces from ongoing disputes between Shenzhen residents and Hong Kong government over land issues leading to staff shortages at certain pools. Even with increased mainland swimmer traffic enjoying Hong Kong pools due to their affordable, well-equipped offerings and great water quality.
City life boasts luxurious hotel pools, as well as some of the most stunning public swimming pools in Asia. Ranging from modern oasis with breathtaking city skyline views to retro-inspired pool where breaststroke techniques are practised effortlessly; here are our favourites.