5 Hong Kong Pools to Beat the Heat
With the scorching sun and insufferable humidity, Hong Kong summers are no joke. So whether you want to hit the AC on full blast, or enjoy a cooling dip in one of the city’s best hk pools, here are some ways to beat the heat this season.
With 44 public swimming pools, the LCSD’s collection is truly impressive. It’s also incredibly affordable, with admission prices averaging $17 on weekdays and $19 on weekends and public holidays for adults and kids aged 3 to 13. Toddlers are free!
Located in the heart of Admiralty, this pool is ideal for taking in spectacular skyline views. Guests can also grab drinks at the adjacent al fresco fish bar and pool lounge. Plus, the hotel’s luxurious spa is also within walking distance, so you can treat yourself to a relaxing massage after your swim.
With its stunning panoramic view of Victoria Harbour and lush parkland, this pool at the deluxe hotel is perfect for laps or simply enjoying the glistening vistas of the iconic waterfront. The pool is usually exclusive to hotel guests, but outsiders are welcome every weekend for the hotel’s swimming pool events.
The pool at this luxury hotel is arguably the most breathtaking of all the hk pools, thanks to its infinity edge that seems to hover over the water. This makes it a great spot to take photos or just relax with friends and family. Plus, the sweeping vistas of Victoria Harbour at sunset or sunrise are absolutely gorgeous.
This indoor complex boasts a main pool along with several training and teaching pools and even a toddler’s pool designed specifically for kids. But it’s the four waterslides that are a real crowd-pleaser, including two of the world’s fastest — standing at 9 metres, they’re sure to leave you feeling exhilarated.
As the first public pool in China to use a translucent insulated tensile membrane, this facility uses the innovative Birdair roof that minimizes glare while providing an insulating effect. The roofing system is complemented by the pool’s sculptural design that was inspired by the nearby Nanjing Xishan District.
Originally built as part of the greater Kowloon Park redevelopment and expansion project, this pool opened in 1989. The octagonal shape and glass walls help it to maintain a natural atmosphere.
With the dissolution of the Urban Council at the end of the millennium, management of all public pools was transferred to the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. The city now has 44 public swimming pools, with nine in Hong Kong Island, 13 in Kowloon and 22 in the New Territories. LCSD manages them according to Law of Hong Kong Chapter 132 sections 42 to 45.