Top 5 Swimming Pools in Miami: The Raleigh Hotel, The Standard Spa, Acqualina Resort & Spa and more
THE RALEIGH HOTEL
1775 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,
FL 33139, 305-534-6300
The pool at The Raleigh Hotel is so haute that it was the site of the ultra-luxe Chanel 2009 Resort Fashion Show. The Pool Bar is one of the most recognizable bars in Miami Beach, set against the Raleigh garden and pool. Enjoy a cocktail and complimentary chilled towel as you lounge by one of Miami’s best hotel pools.
THE STANDARD
40 Island Ave., Miami Beach,
FL 33139, 305-704-3945
The pool scene at The Standard Spa in Miami Beach is the epitome of South Beach living, equipped with breathtaking panoramic views of the bay. Enjoy savory bites at the hotel’s Lido Restaurant & Bayside Grill while in the company of Miami’s elite. Then spend the rest of your time relaxing by one of the hautest hotel pools in our favorite city down south.
Acqualina Resort & Spa
17875 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles
Beach, FL 33160, 305-918-8000
After enjoying the fresh fruit and biscotti arrangement gifted to you in your deluxe suite at Acqualina Resort & Spa, make your way down to the hotel pools and prepare to indulge. The four pools feature an endless list of amenities to keep you perfectly pampered. The Beach Club Pool offers private cabanas, the Tranquility Pool is an adults-only environment, the Recreation Pool is the epicenter of games and fitness classes and the ESPA Pool is a private retreat for ESPA guests.
W SOUTH BEACH
2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach,
FL 33139, 305-938-3000
The two deluxe pools at the W South Beach are just the beginning of the luxury experience at the hotel. Refreshing poolside treats include frozen towels, eye masks and face mist, as well as expertly assorted food and beverage menus. There are also nine private cabanas and a larger VIP cabana for rent, complete with outdoor showers. For a quieter experience, retreat to the blue lagoon, a pool tucked away in the Grove gardens.
FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH
4441 Collins Ave.,
Miami Beach, FL 33140,
305-538-2000
The pools at Fontainebleau Miami Beach feature impressive personalized service and private cabanas. Each cabana is equipped with a 32-inch flat screen TV, butler service and plush furnishings. There are also VIP cabanas overlooking the ultra lounge pool for those who want the hautest experience Miami has to offer.