Hong Kong Pools to Beat the Heat
The blazing sun, insufferable humidity and torrential rain of Hong Kong summers can leave you feeling sticky all over. Fortunately, there’s a way to cool down differently: hopping in one of the city’s many swimming pools. From swanky hotel rooftop pools to a pool that’s nestled right in the middle of a shopping mall, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Here are the best hongkong pools to beat the heat:
Located in the southern district of Kowloon Park, this pool was opened in 1989 as part of a larger redevelopment project. It features a main pool along with two training and teaching pools and a toddler’s pool. It also has four waterslides, including a speedy 9-metre one that’s said to be the fastest in the city.
The pool’s unique seashell-like design was inspired by its surrounding bay area and uses materials that allow natural sunlight to filter into the building. This makes for a more eco-friendly and energy efficient pool that’s also super pretty. It’s also a great place to people watch and catch the Ngong Ping cable cars passing by.
A prestigious new aquatics center has been built at Victoria Park to replace the old city swimming pool. This state-of-the-art pool was designed by Myrtha Pools and uses their patented technology to create high quality, world-class swimming pools that meet FINA regulations.
Taking its name from the Pao Yue-Kong Foundation, this pool is one of the largest and most popular public pools in Hong Kong. It is situated in the heart of Admiralty and was officially opened in 1977. The complex features an indoor and outdoor pool, as well as a water playground for kids and a revolving restaurant with breathtaking views.
When you want to swank things up a bit, head over to the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong’s pool and swim alongside the city skyline. Guests can enjoy the view through floor-to-ceiling glass windows and soak up some rays on their loungers while they cool off in the water.
The hotel’s indoor pool is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. It features a curved wall with a mirror ceiling and 144 LED screens that display coral reefs and blue skies. Guests can also enjoy a range of drinks and cocktails at the bar while they’re floating around the water.
With more than 1,205,083 cases of Covid-19 reported so far and 9,325 deaths, it’s no wonder why residents and tourists are starting to get anxious about the city’s water supply. But that’s not stopping authorities from working on a plan to reclaim waste water, which could help replenish the city’s precious swimming pools.
Until then, we can take comfort in the fact that public swimming pools will continue to operate as normal and tourists are welcome to visit them. Just remember to bring your Hong Kong passport and pick up a public pool monthly ticket before you go. The price is HK$150 per person. The tickets must be redeemed at the entrance.