The world’s great infinity swimming pools are immersed in the surrounding panorama. From the snow-capped mountains of Switzerland to Bali’s lush jungle, these photogenic swimming spots blur the lines between delusion and reality, melting the horizon into their aquamarine waters.
While travel may feel like a reminiscence, wanderlust certainly isn’t. We’ve scoured the globe’s finest accommodations to find the most brilliant infinity swimming pools. Here’s where to have on your hitlist while travel regulations rise…
1. Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore
Standing tall at 57 stories up, the infinity pool at the Marina Bay Sands lodge is easily one of the world’s most Instagrammed watering holes (and at 146m long, it’s the biggest, too). From above, you can gaze across the cityscape with a cocktail in hand—it’s especially stunning when the skyline lights up at night.
Pool admission is reserved for hotel visitors, so you’ll need to check into the Marina Bay Sands for a night in case you need to score an epic poolside selfie.
2. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania
Imagine relaxing in a pool while African elephants frolic steps away.
The Four Seasons Safari Lodge is perched in the heart of the arena’s most celebrated natural world reserves, where you can locate the Big Five—the lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhinoceros.
The hotel’s infinity pool sits in front of a watering hole where a family of elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests visit numerous times daily.
3. Monastero Santa Rosa, Amalfi Coast, Italy
Artfully sculpted into a cliff, the freshwater pool at this mythical Amalfi Coast motel blends seamlessly into the glittering Tyrian Sea past.
Built around a former monastery, the property has multi-level gardens with unobstructed, sweeping panoramic views of the Gulf of Salerno.
4. Jade Mountain, St Lucia
The 24 unique infinity pools are the jewel in the crown of this hillside lodge. Swim out to the edge, and you’ll find uninterrupted views of St. Lucia’s lovely Pitons mountains.
Perhaps the most notable aspect of this lodge is that each ‘Sanctuary’ room has its private pool, so there’s no arguing with other guests over who gets the best spot.
5. The Cambrian Hotel Adelboden, Switzerland
It’s not all sun, sea, and sand. At this wintery Switzerland layout lodge, you’ll breathe in crystal-clear air at the same time as watching out upon the snow-capped Swiss Alps with a hot toddy in hand.
Thankfully, the resort’s infinity pool is heated so that you can take in the perspectives even as soothing aching muscle groups after an afternoon of Alpine adventures.
6. Alila Ubud, Bali
Bali is known for its awesome infinity pools. However, Alila’s jungle-fringed watering hollow would possibly take the crown.
Perched above the jungle cover, it’s the ideal place to unwind and reflect, with awe-inducing views on every route. Seemingly floating on the pinnacle of the Ayung River valley below, it’s a little slice of tranquillity in Bali’s popular Ubud.
7. One and Only Reethi Rah, Maldives
Sprawling throughout its private island, this Maldives bolthole is the remaining phase of luxury.
The One and Only Reethi Rah has a square infinity pool that yawns into the lagoon and blends in with the turquoise waters beyond.
The 30-metre pool is adults-only and also functions as a built-in Jacuzzi. There is also a thatched smash-out area on the sand, where you can spend hours away with a cocktail and an amazing book.
