Make a splash in a Phoenix pool
Palm trees, sunshine, sparkling pools and margaritas – Phoenix has all the ingredients you need for a relaxing getaway. Our recommendation is to kick back and enjoy some of the more unique pools that our resorts have to offer – grab your flip flops and sunglasses and choose which resort pool suits you.
Photo courtesy of the Arizona Biltmore
For pampered poolside fun the Paradise Pool at the Arizona Biltmore has an exciting 92-foot waterslide, in-water bar and dining and poolside games. You can also enjoy a movie at the Splash Movies event while floating in your own personal inter tube.
Photo courtesy of The Phoenician Resort
Built for the debut of the resort in 1988, the centerpiece of The Phoenician’s eight-pool complex is the relaxation pool, elegantly tiled by hand in Mother of Pearl and surrounded by vibrant and shady cabanas.
Photo courtesy of the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak
Hole-in-the-Wall River Ranch at Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak offers four acres of cascading waterfalls, secluded waterways, three swimming pools, and a lazy river for tubing. Perfect for families, as the resort offers children’s and family oriented poolside activities.
Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain
Situated between north-facing views of Paradise Valley and Mummy Mountain, and south-facing views of Camelback Mountain, the infinity edged pool at the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain is perfect for gazing out at the breathtaking Sonoran sunsets.
Photo courtesy of the Arizona Grand Resort
Voted as one of the top ten water parks in the U.S., the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa’s Oasis Water Park will entertain the entire family.
Photo courtesy of The Buttes Resort
The Butte’s pool is one of the Southwest’s largest free-form swimming pools (the length of a football field) built on a natural mountainside. Kids and adults alike will also enjoy the thrilling 150 foot water slide.
The four-acre pool complex at JW Marriott Desert Ridge has been voted the “Number 1 Pool” in Phoenix by Phoenix Magazine for its meandering 1,600-linear-foot lazy river and 89-foot waterslide. The resorts Wildfire pool is topped by a glowing fire at night and the Sidewinder pool takes inspiration from some of Arizona’s scaly residents.
Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch
Photo courtesy of Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch
This resort boasts a 2.5-acre “water playground” complete with 10 pools. Pools for two, a lap pool, sand beach pool, water volleyball and basketball pools, adult only pool and an aqueduct that crosses over six pools thundering down into a five foot-wide rushing waterfall called the “Big Gun.” There’s also a Grecian water temple that houses a Jacuzzi-style spa that seats 25-30 people and is surrounded by four cold plunges.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
Incorporating the beauty of the surrounding desert, the pool area at the Four Seasons offers sweeping views of the valley below. The resort keeps guests lounging poolside comfortable with complimentary amenities such as chilled fruit kebabs and cooling mint-scented towels.
- Photo courtesy of The Spa at Camelback Inn
Voted “best spa” by readers of Phoenix Magazine, the uniquely Southwestern spa’s outdoor lap pool offers stunning sunset views over Camelback Mountain. The pool is heated in the winter for year-round enjoyment.
The large, martini olive-shaped pool is located in the center of the hotel and has been named one of the “World’s Coolest Pools” by Travel + Leisure, a distinction held by only fifteen other pools around the globe.
Photo courtesy of The Boulders
Carefully placed within the midst of this desert hideaway, The Boulder’s swimming pool blends seamlessly with the surrounding desert landscape with a cascading waterfall from a prehistoric boulder formation as a backdrop. Pool guests are likely to see chuckwallas and colorful lizards native to the Southwest, who warm themselves on the gigantic granite boulders in the surrounding area.
Photo courtesy of W Scottsdale
Take a dip in the W Scottsdale’s signature WET pool, with its high-tech chillers that keep water temperatures crisp when the desert heats up. Swimmers can relax poolside under umbrellas, enjoy underwater tunes while swimming and wave hello to arriving guests below through four giant portholes at the bottom of the pool.
Comment
March 20th, 2012 - 14:36
Don’t forget about The Clarendon’s pool – right in the heart of the city!
March 23rd, 2012 - 09:50
Wow, what amazing pictures and such incredible pools. I have never tried any of them out but it looks like I have to now! Thank you for posting!
April 25th, 2012 - 09:31
I wood love to now is there acces for me in a weelchaire !! I’m 42 and never hade the chance to go on my honeymoon after 15 years !! please
April 26th, 2012 - 14:21
Hi Caroline – From what we can tell the Arizona Grand, Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak and the Arizona Biltmore can give you wheelchair access. You should call to make sure though.
April 25th, 2012 - 16:14
Hi Caroline – Let us see what we can find out for you. Will reply asap. You can also email us at blogger (at) visitphoenix (dot) com
May 14th, 2012 - 01:41
All pool phoenix designs are really awesome.
June 20th, 2012 - 13:10
I’m wondering if any of these pools can be visited for just the day. Or do you have to be a guest staying at the resort to enjoy them. I’m looking for one to enjoy just for the day.
June 20th, 2012 - 13:27
Some of the resorts do some sort of day pass option, others don’t. We know Hotel Valley Ho typically has a pay for the day option. We recommend calling the resorts you are interested in checking out and asking.