Updated July 2020. There’s nothing better than a tranquil dip in a swimming pool during summer’s hottest days. With more sparkling pools in our portfolio than we can count, we’ve rounded up the most unique pools to visit when you need to cool off.
10: The Best Pool To Watch The Game
The bright Charlotte skyline surrounds the stunning rooftop swimming pool at Omni Charlotte Hotel. With the largest double-sided LED television screens in the city and a pool bar offering up handcrafted beverages, this pool deck rounds out the list for the trendiest in Uptown.
9. The Best Swimming Pool To Escape The Heat
The zero-edge pool at Omni Tucson National Resort treats guests to an oasis overlooking rugged mountain vistas. After enjoying a day of sunshine in the Sonoran Desert, you can unwind with a cool drink from the Summer of Spritz menu from your own private cabana.
8. The Most Historic Swimming Pool
Built in 1905, the Olympic-sized indoor pool at Omni Bedford Springs Resort was one of the first indoor swimming pools in the United States. The healing, spring-fed waters and natatorium’s restored architecture exude timeless tranquility.
7. The Best City Escape
Surrounded by 11 acres of greenspace, the outdoor pool at Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington D.C.’s only resort pool, makes a great haven after a long day of sightseeing in the Nation’s Capital.
6. The Best Swimming Pool To Catch A Fly Ball
If you’re looking for entertainment, the spacious pool deck at Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta checks all the boxes. Grab a snack at the pool bar, listen to a live DJ and enjoy a great view of the baseball game.
5. The Most Family Friendly Pool
Tucked in the Virginia mountains, Allegheny Springs waterpark at The Omni Homestead Resort provides endless fun for kids and adults alike. The spring-fed waterpark features two 100-foot water slides and a 400-foot lazy river.
4. Best Beachside Swimming Pool
The largest multi-tiered pool deck in Northeast Florida, Omni Amelia Island Resort’s adults-only pool and hot tubs are just steps from the relaxing waves of the Atlantic Ocean. As a bonus, it’s also the perfect spot to catch a Florida sunset.
3. The Most Indulgent Pool
The remarkable subterranean pool at The Spa at The Omni Grove Park Inn is a unique experience on its own. Relax after a spa treatment under a glass atrium surrounded by granite walls for a cave-like break that will make you feel miles away. (Check out CNN Travel’s most amazing hotel pools, featuring yours truly!)
2. The Best Pool To Spend A Few Hours In
Don’t let this inland destination fool you, the wave pool at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampsionsGate can stand alongside any beachfront destination. With countless activity pools to splash in, you won’t need to leave the resort to have endless family fun.
1. The Best Pool To Make A Splash
There’s no better way to spend a hot summer day than at Splashtopia, Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa’s own family friendly waterpark. The park features a 425-foot lazy river, two 100-foot water slides, a cliff-side hot tub, a sandy beach play area and splash zone with fountains and sprinklers.
Bonus: Omni’s Most Romantic Swimming Pools
The infinity pool at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa overlooks the 18th green of the Fazio Foothills golf course and the breathtaking Texas Hill Country.
The Kasbah Pool at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia is the heart of the resort. It’s beautifully decorated with Mediterranean architectural details and comes with a stunning backdrop of Camelback Mountain.
Introducing Omni’s Newest Pool — Now Open
The newly renovated pool area at Omni Mandalay Hotel at Las Colinas opened last summer. With a sophisticated lounge featuring multiple high-definition TVs, poolside dining and sweeping views of Lake Carolyn, this new and trendy spot hosts yard games and an Instagram-worthy secret garden.
Editorial Note: Check with property for openings and seasonal hours.