Any Hongkonger can tell you that this high-rise city is hot all year round (except maybe one and a half months of delayed winter). On those commonly sweltering days, a dip in the pool seems like the perfect way to cool off. Luckily, Hong Kong is home to some of the world’s best hotel pools, so you can kickstart your fitness and wellness journey with an epic poolside workout or just relax with a good book and a glass of wine, all with amazing views.
Swimming is a great form of exercise that not only burns calories but also strengthens your cardiovascular system and muscles, which can help improve your overall health. Plus, it can reduce stress, and if you do it regularly, you can boost your energy levels too.
But the city’s pool facilities are facing a challenge this summer. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department has said that around 20 of the 45 public swimming pools will only partially open this summer due to a shortage of lifeguards. The union representing recreational and sports professionals warned that this could lead to swimming classes being cancelled.
The new pool complex at Victoria Park has a main 50-metre pool, a teaching pool, and a leisure pool as well as a large water play area for toddlers. It also features the largest pool spectator stand in Hong Kong, seating 2,500 people. The pool was designed to host major events, including the upcoming 2022 Asian Games and the 2019 World Aquatics Championships.
It’s a beautiful pool, with stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline. It’s a great spot to swim laps and relax with a good book or enjoy the sweeping vistas during sunrise and sunset. The pool also doubles as a social space with an outdoor deck, bar/café and even a yoga and tai chi class.
Guests can sip on cocktails by the pool while taking in the spectacular view of the Victoria Harbor and Hong Kong Island. The luxury hotel also offers a range of spa and dining packages that include access to the swanky pool, which is even equipped with a waterfall.
Designed by the award-winning architects at P+T, the pool is one of the most iconic in Hong Kong. The pool was a key attraction during the 2010 FINA World Championships, with visitors from all over the world marvelling at its unique shape and design. Its roof is crafted from zinc to minimize glare and maintain a natural color. The interior of the pool is clad with white sand to complement the blue-gray façade. The pool has a capacity of 13,000 m3. It was the first pool in the country to use a translucent insulated tensile membrane from Birdair, and is a showcase of energy efficiency and sustainability.
