During the summer months, hk pools are a godsend for cooling off and getting some rays. But they can also be a great place to hang out with friends, impress out-of-town visitors or just relax. Plus, most are super affordable! Whether you want to do laps, chill with a cocktail in hand or make a splash, here are our picks for the best hk pools around.
Located in a beautiful spot overlooking the Sai Kung waterfront, this gorgeous pool complex is a favourite of locals and visitors alike. It’s especially popular with families with young kids, as it features a leisure pool area with a fantastic water slides (suitable for a range of ages), a Jacuzzi and family changing facilities. There’s even a small waterfall at the shallow end, adding to that tropical bliss feel.
The olympic-sized main pool looks out over to the sea and there are plenty of loungers and cabanas to hang out on, while there’s a separate Jacuzzi and plunge pool for more relaxing soaks. Plus, there’s a whole bunch of fun water features that keep the kids entertained like the tree-shaped fountain, four waterslides (two of which are 9 metres long) and a series of whimsical mushroom and snake-shaped water installations.
There’s also an outdoor training pool, which is perfect for those who want to get in a few laps. The outdoor pools are heated, too, and there’s also a separate kiddie pool for younger swimmers. Plus, the facility is PWD-friendly with accessible showers and facilities.
This huge, state-of-the-art swimming pool is a real crowd-pleaser. Designed to look modern and futuristic, it’s got everything you could wish for from a public swimming pool. The large main pool looks out over the Tolo Harbour while there’s also a smaller training and teaching pool and a toddlers’ pool full of magical water installations.
There are four waterslides, two of which are 9 metres long, at this spacious pool in Ma On Shan. The pool has an indoor complex and outdoor training pool, along with spectator stands that can seat 1,200 people. The kids’ pools are especially well-loved, as they feature cute water slides, a fountain and other whimsical water installations, while mums can do some laps and take in those stunning sea views.
The pool is only open for certain sessions of the day, so check their website before heading there. But what’s great is that it’s part of the public swimming system, so you can use your monthly ticket smart card to get in, which means you don’t have to worry about producing documentary proof of identity to gain entry. You can also buy tickets online to save time.