By: Haley Bosselman By: Haley Bosselman | July 16, 2024 | Lifestyle, Feature,
Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
With our abundance of sunshine, Los Angeles’ famous good weather makes it easy to find a day to book a daycation. Now, all you have to do is find the place that suits you. Whether you’re looking to relax or embrace summer’s fun spirit, read on to find the best luxury pool experience to enjoy this summer.
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Renovated just two years ago, the pool at Andaz West Hollywood is home to the city’s highest rooftop pool. Set against a Hollywood Hills backdrop, you can relish in views from the Sunset Strip to Culver City while lounging on a day bed or in a cabana and sipping icon-inspired cocktails like “The Blonde Bombshell.” The bar also pairs the experience with a summer-ready menu of wagyu hot dogs, watermelon salad, pulled pork sliders and more. And when you’re ready for a poolside party experience, stop by on the weekend for live DJs. Whether you’re looking to dance away the afternoon or soak up some rays, you can book a spot on Way.
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If you’re a member of the Hollywood members club The Aster, you won’t want to forget your membership grants you access to the pool. Nestled in the courtyard, this pool is lush and surrounded by 18-foot native trees that call back to the city’s pre-urbanization era when lemon groves were plentiful. Plop onto a plush chaise and enjoy a drink like the passion fruit habanero-infused sunset or Show Thyme lemonade, which is enlivened by notes of honey, thyme and pomegranate.
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Right in Beverly Hills, you can feel like you’re on the coast of Italy or Spain thanks to the Beverly Wilshire’s Mediterranean-style pool. A cabana or lounge chair reservation via ResortPass will also give you access to food and beverage service that’ll truly make you feel like you’re part of the Hollywood elite. It’s no wonder this hotel continues to be beloved by the industry’s top stars.
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To even just opt for a day pass at the Conrad is a special experience. From the private pool deck, you get to witness gorgeous L.A. weather, the work of legendary architect Frank Gehry, views of the famous Walt Disney Concert Hall and unending sights of the city. You can also opt to experience the wellness genius of the Conrad Spa by booking a spa pass (which comes with bottled water, tea and access to the fitness center, locker rooms, relaxation lounge and sauna) or a treatment-specific pass, which ranges from the Face Couture Facial to the Elemental Balancing Massage.
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A visit to the Fairmont Century Plaza pairs well with its expansive spa. Commit to head-to-tie relaxation and rejuvenation with some sun-invigorated lounging at the rooftop pool, followed by a treatment that showcases their modern twist on ancient practices. You can reserve a spot via ResortPass.
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Adjacent to the Santa Monica beach, the pool at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows is extra refreshing thanks to the ocean breezes that accompany dips in the water and poolside lounging. You also get to choose between treating yourself to a caffeine kick by Dogtown Coffee or farm-to-table eats by Fig Restaurant. Start your oasis escape by booking on Resortpass.
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If you’re more about the action than R&R, head to Hotel Figueroa. This coffin-shaped hotel pool is home to SCUBA courses for the summer and all you need to do is show up in a bathing suit. In partnership with Eco Dive Center LA, the classes are led by PADI Master Instructor Beth Beltramo, who guides divers on how to use gear, the most important safety rules and more. Bookings are now open.
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Immerse yourself in Hollywood history with a day at The Hollywood Roosevelt pool. Once the stomping grounds for the likes of Marilyn Monroe, the David Hockney-designed Tropicana Pool is lined by swaying palms that make for a quintessential L.A. pool experience. What’s more, you can also enjoy food and drinks right from your lounge chair, which you can reserve on ResortPass.
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When luxury and tranquility are front and center for your pool day, head to The Peninsula. Your ResortPass reservation equips you with complimentary amenities like sunscreen and fruit, and you can choose to elevate the day with a memorable lunch by the food and beverage wizards at The Roof Garden—all without leaving your cabana, of course. Between rounds of tanning, consider adding on a massage or facial to your booking.
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For 360-degree city views, the SLS Beverly Hills guarantees satisfaction. You can enjoy a solo day with a day pass booking on ResortPass or corral your favorite people for a fun day at the pool. If the latter is your M.O., book the Grand Rock Angel Summer Cabana. It includes passes for up to 10 people, a dedicated server, a seasonal fruit plate, bottled water, two hours of free-flowing Rock Angel Rosé and a private shaded cabana with a sofa and four lounge chairs.
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Los Angeles hotels present the city’s most luxurious poolside experiences. However, sometimes you might want something a little more intimate. Whether you’re looking for a spacious backyard for catching rays or in need of a pool with a waterslide, you can ensure privacy by renting a pool for the day on Swimply.
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The West Hollywood Edition offers the luxury of choice for its pool experience. On ResortPass, you can commit to a day on the sun-soaked deck with a lounge chair or cabana reservation. Alternatively, you can elevate the day by choosing a spa pass. This booking is for guests 21 and over and also comes with robes, slippers, bottled water, teas and access to saunas, steam rooms, showers, locker rooms and the fitness center and the option for a spa treatment. Either way, you’re guaranteed tranquility and breathtaking city views.
See also: How To Spend A Day At The Peninsula Beverly Hills
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