Hong Kong summers can be punishing, with their relentless heat, humidity and rainstorms leaving you sweating profusely. Luckily, this city boasts an abundance of fantastic pools to help cool off. From indoor swimming pools to sun decks with picturesque views – Hong Kong offers various ways to beat the heat! Many hotels also feature their own pools which offer semi-private space with top facilities.
Hong Kong’s public swimming pools and beaches reopened this week following coronavirus restrictions that have kept thousands of competitive swimmers out. Furthermore, this has had an adverse impact on training systems aimed at developing elite swimmers in Hong Kong’s former British colony. “Reopening only part of our swimming pools may be catastrophic in several years’ time for our elite swimmers,” according to Hong Kong Amateur Swimming Association.
As an interim measure, we’ve curated some of Hong Kong’s most breathtaking and exquisite pools. Whether you’re an experienced swimmer looking to complete laps or simply looking to unwind under the sun, these idyllic swimming spots will leave you with a sense of serenity and tranquility.
Tung Chung Swimming Pool in Hong Kong Island’s Central district was designed to resemble a seashell. The unique shape and materials used allow natural sunlight to fill the complex, creating an open atmosphere. From this outdoor swimming pool one can see Ngong Ping cable cars passing by, creating an incredible vista – ideal for people-watching or viewing sunset.
Myrtha Pools recently achieved an important milestone in their construction of Victoria Park Aquatics Centre in Hong Kong by opening a pool utilizing Myrtha’s innovative technology. This prestigious new structure replaces an older city aquatics center using Myrtha’s patent technology which ensures state-of-the-art, high quality pools compliant with FINA regulations.
Building the new pool was no simple task, but its results are truly magnificent. Boasting its translucent tensile roof, not only is this energy-saving oasis energy efficient but it has become an iconic icon within Victoria Park and Hong Kong itself.
Island Shangri-La Swimming Pool Situated right in downtown, this sparkling oasis provides city dwellers an idyllic oasis to retreat from it all. While not offering ocean vistas like some of our other picks, its incredible cityscape and surrounding grass make up for any lack of ocean vistas – perfect for cityscape photography and enjoying cityscape & grass views while lounging around on deck enjoying brunch or sunset dinner on its deck! Although only available to hotel guests or health club members at present due to staycation offers making access easier – don’t let that stop you enjoying an afternoon of relaxation!