{"id":14181,"date":"2025-09-21T14:26:46","date_gmt":"2025-09-21T04:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=14181"},"modified":"2025-09-22T10:20:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-22T00:20:48","slug":"wow-10-of-australias-most-epic-hotel-pools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/australia\/epic-hotel-pools\/","title":{"rendered":"WOW! 10 of Australia\u2019s most epic hotel pools"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is coming in hot and there\u2019s nothing that cools you down like a dip. If you\u2019re planning a summer holiday, a stay with an amazing pool is a must. So here are 10 of our faves from around Australia. You\u2019re welcome \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Whitsundays-Hotels-Daydream-Island-Resort.h455159.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Daydream Island Resort<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Whitsundays, QLD<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14182\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/b6e198a9-daydream-reef-2-copy.jpeg\" alt=\"Two snorkellers swimming over a sting ray in the Living Reef coral lagoon at Daydream Island Resort\" width=\"800\" height=\"511\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Daydream Island Resort pool ticks all the boxes for the whole family. Overlooking the Great Barrier Reef, the kids\u2019 pool area is conveniently located right next to the Kids\u2019 Club. But the real highlight is the Living Reef &#8211; a coral lagoon where you can snorkel with baby stingrays and marine fish. It\u2019s the only living coral lagoon in an any Aussie resort \ud83d\ude2e<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Melbourne-Hotels-Adelphi-Hotel.h43731.Hotel-Information?brandcid=Wotif-au.OLA.WOTIFINSIDER.YOAWA-Q325-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=OLA&amp;utm_content=Hotel&amp;utm_campaign=YOAWA-Q325-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Adelphi Hotel<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Melbourne, VIC<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16809\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/-1\" alt=\"\" width=\"960\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Famous for its glass-bottomed pool that stretches out over the lane nine storeys below and the heated pool is perfect for a quick dip, whatever the season.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Ulladulla-Hotels-Bannisters-Pavilion-Mollymook.h15252976.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Bannisters Pavilion Mollymook<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Mollymook, NSW<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14198\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/93b9aae6-bannisters-copy.jpeg\" alt=\"Crystal-clear rooftop pool at Bannisters Pavilion, Mollymook, NSW, surrounded by leafy treetops.\" width=\"800\" height=\"516\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bannisters Pavillon Mollymook is the perfect balance of elegance and relaxed coastal vibes. It\u2019s just minutes from the beach, with an epic glass pool that extends out from the rooftop, so it\u2019s like you\u2019re floating around the treetops. Bonus: the pool is right next to Bannister\u2019s Rooftop Bar &amp; Grill, so you can enjoy a cool post-swim drink or snack with views of the Pacific Ocean.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Perth-Hotels-Rendezvous-Hotel-Perth-Scarborough.h460511.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Scarborough, WA<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14201\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/b486d493-rendezvous-copy.jpg\" alt=\"View from behind a waterfall, looking out over a pool, at Rendezvous Hotel Perth Scarborough, WA.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Kicking back next to the pool at Rendezvous feels like being transported to your own private island. Palm trees, waterfalls and a rocky backdrop all come together to give this lagoon-style pool some serious cred. Check out the games room too &#8211; it\u2019s a big hit with kids.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Darwin-Hotels-Mindil-Beach-Casino-Resort.h43472.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Mindil Beach Casino Resort<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Darwin, NT<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14203\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/dd79f87e-mindil-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset over the lagoon-style pool at Mindil Beach Casino and Resort, Darwin, NT. The ground-floor suites have private decks right on the water.\" width=\"800\" height=\"530\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Four words: swim-out room access. Three words: swim-up bar. Two words: booking now \ud83d\ude09 Yep, you read all of that right. At Mindil Beach Casino Resort, if you stay in a Superior Lagoon room, you can open your balcony door, drop your towel and step straight into the pool (and swim straight to the bar for one of Mindil Beach Casino Resort&#8217;s famous frozen strawberry daiquiris). As if that weren\u2019t enough, the resort has its own private beach as well.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Gold-Coast-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Gold-Coast-Resort-Spa.h25943.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort &amp; Spa<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Surfers Paradise, QLD<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14205\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/fcd7caaf-marriott-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Aerial view over the pools at the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort &amp; Spa, QLD. \" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The lagoon at the JW Marriott is no ordinary hotel pool. Instead, it\u2019s a magical cove with waterfalls, hidden caves, a waterslide and luxurious private cabanas. It even has live tropical fish, which you can swim &#8211; or snorkel &#8211; with. In fact, the JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort &amp; Spa pool is so special, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/australia\/trending\/2021-uniquely-aussie-awards?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wotif fans like you voted it the best hotel pool in Australia<\/a>. Now that\u2019s a recommendation!<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Salamander-Bay-Hotels-Oaks-Port-Stephens-Pacific-Blue-Resort.h1773945.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Salamander Bay, NSW<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-14208\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/0203288b-oaks-port-stephens-copy.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Love a water view? Well, you\u2019re set at Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort. Almost every room has one, thanks to the massive pool that wraps around the entire hotel for an unbelievable 480m. It\u2019s the largest pool in Oz &#8211; wow! There\u2019s also a heated lap pool and a sauna. If you book a townhouse, you\u2019ll get your own private plunge pool too.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Adelaide-Hotels-Eos-By-SkyCity.h51907219.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Eos by SkyCity<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Adelaide, SA<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14210\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/af9bb5c9-skycity-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Night time at the Leisure Deck at Eos by SkyCity, Adelaide, SA. The heated pool glows with purple light.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>All that glitters actually is gold at the shimmering SkyCity in Adelaide. Head to the Leisure Deck for some serious pampering. There\u2019s a heated outdoor pool (perfect all year round!) and a warm spa pool, as well as a sauna, steam room, day spa and state-of-the-art gym. Settle in with something delicious from Sol Bar and Restaurant and make the most of those awesome views \ud83e\udd29<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Canberra-Hotels-Midnight-Hotel.h42004364.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Midnight Hotel, Autograph Collection<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Canberra, ACT<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14212\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/46183918-midnight-hotel.jpeg\" alt=\"Indoor lap pool at the Midnight Hotel, Autograph Collection, Braddon ACT. The tiles are midnight blue.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Midnight Hotel\u2019s indoor 20m lap pool is almost too pretty to disturb with a ripple (almost). It\u2019s true to the property\u2019s name, with gorgeous midnight-blue tiles and gold overhead lighting, so it feels like you\u2019re swimming in a dream. You\u2019ll find it in the Wellness Centre, where there\u2019s also a sauna, two decked-out gyms, and a pool deck with private cabanas to lounge on. After you dry off, treat yourself to a nightcap or nibbles at the Midnight Bar.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/Launceston-Hotels-Country-Club-Tasmania.h519154.Hotel-Information?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&amp;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=HOTEL&amp;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG\">Country Club Tasmania<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\">Prospect Vale, TAS<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14217\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-www-wotif-com\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2021\/10\/2f96a9f6-country-club-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Heated indoor swimming pool at the Country Club Tasmania.\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a holiday where you can play a round of golf or a few sets of tennis in between dips, the Country Club Tasmania is just the ticket. The Club\u2019s indoor pool is heated to an oh-so-perfect 25 degrees Celsius all year round and there\u2019s also a wading pool, sauna and a full gym. Be sure to take a 15-minute drive into town for a schooner at Boags Brewery \u2013 after all those laps, you\u2019ll have earned it!<\/p>\n<a class='vw-button vw-button--primary  vw-button--full-width' href='https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/?brandcid=WOTIF-au.display.WOTIFINSIDER.OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG.hotel&#038;utm_source=WOTIFINSIDER&#038;utm_medium=display&#038;utm_content=HOTEL&#038;utm_campaign=OCT-21-EPIC-POOLS-BLOG' target='_self'><i class=\"vw-icon icon-entypo-suitcase\"><\/i> CHECK OUT WOTIF <\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer is coming in hot and there\u2019s nothing that cools you down like a dip. If you\u2019re planning a summer holiday, a stay with an amazing pool is a must. So here are 10 of our faves from around Australia. You\u2019re welcome \ud83d\ude09 1. 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