Hong Kong may not boast many beaches, but we have an incredible array of pool facilities. These wonderful pools range from those inside luxury hotels to public ones and all deserve to be visited, not only to cool off but for their breathtaking scenes as well.
Hong Kong summers can be hot and muggy, making swimming pools the ideal place to escape the heat and ease stress. Here are three beautiful Hong Kong pools offering some of the best views around.
Victoria Harbour Swimming Pool is one of the city’s most beloved public swimming pools. It’s no secret why, with stunning waterfront views, an expansive terrace, and state-of-the-art amenities that include 50m main pool lap swimming lanes, diving capabilities training tanks and two kiddie pools with waterslides and other attractions for children to play in.
If you’re visiting The Fullerton this summer, don’t miss the chance to relax by their serene infinity pool with views over Southside of Hong Kong and Victoria Harbour. Take time out from sipping on your drink to take in this breathtaking vista; don’t forget to snap a selfie near one of their poolside cabanas; it will surely look amazing on Instagram.
If you live in a large development with several towers, chances are high that it has its own pool. Swimming pools provide a perfect way to spend lazy afternoons or meet other residents; and are particularly useful when parents want their children out and moving and burning off some excess energy.
There are also pools in residential developments and private clubs. Swimming can be an excellent way to stay fit while having some fun – they often cost less than gym membership!
Swimming offers many health advantages, from relieving stress to weight loss and mood boosting – so next time you need an escape from daily life why not treat yourself to an enjoyable swim at one of Hong Kong’s pools?
Now that coronavirus restrictions have eased, some public swimming pools in Hong Kong have resumed operations; others remain closed while the Leisure and Cultural Services Department conducts filtration and sterilisation processes. Here are 10 great public pools you should visit this summer.