With great weather for enjoying them year-round, it’s no wonder so many hotels in San Diego have pools. After exploring the city’s world-class attractions, such as the famous San Diego Zoo or spending time at the beach, coming back to enjoy a swim can be the ideal way to relax. At some hotels, the pool can make for an entire day of fun. These pools, in particular, are some of the coolest you’ll find in San Diego.
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
San Diego Mission Bay Resort is one of the best beach hotels in San Diego. It enjoys a central location in the city, close to many major attractions, and it also boasts a beautiful pool wrapped around a patio that’s set among soaring palms. There’s a whirlpool, kids’ pool, and private cabanas for rent too. Look between the trees, and you’ll get a glimpse of beautiful Mission Bay and its beach, perfect for an evening stroll. The hotel also offers a lavish spa and a fitness center, yoga and PaddleFit classes, and multiple dining options, while contemporary rooms feature extra-comfy luxurious beds.
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Swimming pool with a whirlpool, kid’s pool, and private cabanas for rent
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Access to a spa and fitness center with classes like yoga and PaddleFit
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Multiple dining options available on-site
1775 E Mission Bay Dr., San Diego, CA 92109, USA— +1 619-259-0010
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Located in Mission Bay, the tiki-style Paradise Point Resort & Spa sits across 44 acres that feels like it’s on its own private island. The family-friendly San Diego resort is home to five pools and Jacuzzis scattered throughout the property, interspersed with duck-filled lagoons and gardens. There’s a main kid-friendly pool, the Meadow Pool with a fountain for splashing, a Waterfall Pool with cascades, and the popular Lagoon Pool with fire pits for roasting marshmallows. Plus there’s a sandy beach for building castles and enjoy games like volleyball and bocce ball too. Rooms are bungalow-style and laid out to provide space for families with separate living rooms and often pull-out couches.
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Bungalow-style rooms with separate living and sleeping areas and pull-out couches
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Home to five pools and Jacuzzis
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Access to a sandy beach and games like volleyball and bocce ball
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernardo Inn is a picturesque San Diego area golf resort with Spanish-style architecture that makes for an ideal getaway with three pools, two of which are adults-only. Its heated saltwater spa pool with a saline waterfall whirlpool is fabulous. Guests can also look forward to soaking in the hot tub and taking advantage of the poolside food and drink service too. Surrounded by a golf course, rooms boast outstanding views of the greens as well as San Diego’s beautiful sunsets. There are also multiple dining options and a fitness center.
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Three pools, two of which are adults-only
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Poolside food and drink service available
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Home to a golf course, fitness center, and multiple dining options
17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr, San Diego, CA 92128, USA— +1 855-574-5356
Fairmont Grand Del Mar
A top luxury hotel in San Diego, Fairmont Grand Del Mar also has its best pools, with four stunning heated outdoor pools to choose from. There’s an adults-only pool that’s perfect for relaxing after one of the luxurious spa treatments, a main pool with underwater music, private cabanas with TVs, a pool bar serving food and drinks, and towel service. The kids get their own pool with a wading area that sits near a white sand play area to play in. For a tranquil couples vacation, you might want to book an adults-only Signature Poolside room, which borders the pool and come with terraces that open up to it, providing convenient access.
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Multiple heated outdoor pools, including an adults-only pool and a main pool with private cabanas and a pool bar
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Kid-friendly amenities, including a kids’ pool with a wading area and sandy play area
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Poolside rooms with terraces that open right to the pool
5300 Grand Del Mar Ct, San Diego, CA 92130, USA— +1 858-314-2000
Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina
The lagoon-style pools at Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina are often named among the best in San Diego, with three different pools that have a dedicated staff to help with pool games, floats, towels, or even sunscreen. In this tropical-like paradise, there are three water slides (including one for tiny tots), a main pool, a pool with a walk-in slope, another smaller pool, and a large hot tub too. Guests can also make s’mores in the fire pit while enjoying the beautiful evening light across Mission Bay. Book a room in the tower for a gorgeous view of the water from your room.
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Home to multiple lagoon-style pools, three water slides, and a large hot tub
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Dedicated pool staff for everything from pool games to towel service and sunscreen
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S’more-ready fire pits for guest use
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
One of Southern California’s top resorts, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina is conveniently located downtown and hosts a huge main outdoor pool that weaves around the patio dotted with lounge chairs and umbrellas, along with another smaller outdoor pool that’s perfect for the kids. Enjoy soaking in the Jacuzzi after a long day of sightseeing, grilling on the outdoor grill, and relaxing with a drink at the tiki bar. If you’d rather someone else make your meal for you, you can order from the poolside Tequila Bar and Grill or walk to restaurants at nearby Seaport Village.
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Outdoor pool with a Jacuzzi, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a smaller kids’ pool
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Access to outdoor grills
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Poolside restaurant and tiki bar
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina is surrounded by water. It enjoys spectacular waterfront views, multiple swimming pools and offers water sports too. The Lagoon Pool has a hot tub nearby and is especially popular with families, hosting poolside games and Dive-In Movies during the summer. When you’re finished swimming, warm up at one of the fire pits. A quieter, smaller pool is exclusive for Bay Tower guests, and there’s another pool near the Lanai building too. The property also hosts tennis courts, an arcade room, a fitness center, and a basketball court. Harbor’s Edge is the hotel’s signature restaurant, offering dining with a panoramic marina view.
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Multiple swimming pools and a hot tub
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Family-friendly activities, including poolside games and Dive-In Movies
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Access to tennis courts, an arcade room, a fitness center, and a basketball court
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On-site restaurant with panoramic marina views
1380 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA— +1 619-291-2900
Hotel del Coronado
If you want to enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean while swimming or lounging at the pool and be steps from one of the most stunning beaches in the country, head to the historic Hotel del Coronado, one of the best beachfront hotels in the U.S. It features a large main pool with a Jacuzzi, private cabanas, and ultra-luxe lounge chairs inviting guests to hang out and linger. There’s also a spa infinity pool that overlooks the boardwalk and another pool adjacent to the Ocean Towers that are both adults only. Look forward to outstanding beachfront dining and upscale shopping, indulging in treatments at the award-winning spa, and activities like paddle boarding, surfing, and gathering around the bonfire roasting s’mores too.
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Main pool features a Jacuzzi, private cabanas, and lounge chairs
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Home to an award-winning spa with an infinity pool overlooking the boardwalk
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Beachfront location with easy access to water sports like paddle boarding and surfing
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Located in the northern region of San Diego County along the coast, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is renowned for its pool areas with multiple pools that include an adults-only pool with a golf course view. Families can enjoy Splash Landing, the kids’ water play area that has two 100-foot water slides and a seasonal cafe with the Sandy Beach Family Pool nearby, ideal for families with babies and toddlers. It includes cabanas where parents can relax while the younger ones build sandcastles, as well as seasonal food and drink service. The Marketplace provides year-round drinks and light bites. Other highlights include family pool parties with s’mores and various kid-friendly fare, poolside games, and more. There are two golf courses on-site, tennis courts, a spa, and a fitness center too.
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Multiple pools, including an adults-only pool, a family pool with cabanas, and a kids’ water play area with two 100-foot water slides
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Organized activities, including family pool parties with s’mores, poolside games, and more
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Home to two golf courses, tennis courts, a spa, on-site dining, and a fitness center
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009, USA— +1 760-438-9111
La Valencia Hotel
Located in San Diego’s spectacular La Jolla community just steps from La Jolla Cove beach, La Valencia Hotel is a boutique Southern California beachfront hotel and the most luxurious in the village, within walking distance of some of the best shops and restaurants. Its pool is magnificent, complete with ocean views and poolside food and drink service. There’s also a hot tub, a fitness center, a bistro with a terrace, and a tapas bar with live music. Choose from rooms with standard amenities like flat-screen TVs, Keurig coffeemakers, and minibars, some of which have balconies and ocean views. Suites have separate living areas, while the annex vill rooms and suites all come with private patios or balconies, fireplaces, wet bars, and whirlpool tubs.
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Swimming pool with ocean views and poolside food and drink service
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Rooms feature Keurig coffeemakers and minibars, some with ocean-view balconies
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Access to a hot tub, fitness center, and on-site dining, including a bistro and tapas bar
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa has a sparkling pool with umbrellas and seating along with an adjacent seasonal pool bar and grill. What makes it a standout is that Mission Bay is just steps away with a beach that has bayside chairs and umbrellas, along with water sports rentals for sailing, surfing, kayaking, or paddleboarding. When you’re not in or on the water, enjoy tranquil strolls on the beach and pampering at the waterfront day spa, which offers various massages and other pampering treatments. The grounds are lush, with tropical birds and koi ponds, while rooms include private balconies, Keurig machines, iHome docks, and flat-screen TVs. For a kitchenette and separate living/dining area, book one of the studios or suites.
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Swimming pool with shaded seating and a seasonal poolside bar and grill
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Easy access to Mission Bay’s beach with chairs, umbrellas, and water sports
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Home to a waterfront day spa and manicured grounds with koi ponds and tropical birdlife
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Rooms feature private balconies and Keurig coffeemakers, while suites feature kitchenettes and separate living/dining areas
3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA— +1 858-488-1081
Pacific Terrace Hotel
Pacific Terrace Hotel boasts a prime location with a view of all the action on the boardwalk along with a great heated outdoor pool that includes poolside service for snacks and outstanding margaritas. There’s a hot tub for relaxing soaks while enjoying a view of the Pacific, complimentary bike rentals, a 24-hour fitness room, and massage services too. All rooms come with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, with upgraded options including kitchenettes and ocean views. Book a suite for a full kitchen, a separate living area with a pull-out couch, and a patio or balcony.
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Heated outdoor pool and ocean-fronting hot tub with poolside food and drink service
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Access to a 24-hour fitness center, massage services, and complimentary bike rentals
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Rooms feature mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, while suites also include a full kitchen, patio or balcony, and pull-out couch
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Loews Coronado Bay Resort is a waterfront oasis on a 15-acre peninsula. It’s surrounded by the sparkling waters of the bay while offering an awe-inspiring view of the San Diego skyline. There isn’t just one, but three large heated pools with an adults-only section, DJs playing poolside, and food and drink service. When you want to change things up, water sports and various excursions are available, including sailing trips. Afterward, the spa is the perfect place to go to relax with a decadent signature treatment. The on-site restaurant is known for its fresh seafood, while rooms include beds with 300-thread-count sheets, Keurig coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs. Most have soaking tubs and private furnished balconies.
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Multiple heated pools with adults-only sections, DJs, and poolside food and drink service
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Water sports and excursions available, including sailing trips
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Home to a spa and seafood restaurant
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Rooms feature 300-thread-count sheets, Keurig coffeemakers, and most have soaking tubs and private balconies
4000 Coronado Bay Rd, Coronado, CA 92118, USA— +1 619-424-4000
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa is an upscale resort that overlooks San Diego Bay on the quiet side of Coronado Island, providing spectacular views. Yet, it’s just five minutes from downtown San Diego. Jam-packed with amenities, many come for its outdoor pools, with three options, including the main pool surrounded by palm trees, umbrellas, and loungers with views of the water and city skyline just beyond. The second pool is a smaller version and includes plenty of seating along with a more tranquil atmosphere, while the third is ideal for swimming laps. The on-site restaurant serves tasty fresh seafood and there’s an in-house spa for relaxation too. Rooms and apartment-sized villas come with private balconies, flat-screen satellite TVs, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and bathrooms with oversized tubs.
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Multiple outdoor pools with umbrella seating and water and city views
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Home to an in-house spa and seafood restaurant
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Rooms and villas feature private balconies, mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and oversized tubs
