What to consider when booking a London hotel? Location, price and – does it have a pool? Yes, because, what makes hotels in London even better? Hotels in London with a swimming pool. If you’ve been schlepping around the capital all day your tired limbs will appreciate the healing power of water and, if you’re lucky, serviced loungers and a cold drink in hand. The selection is many and varied, too.
There’s iconic views of the East’s slick skyscrapers, marble-clad marvels in the former vaults of the Midland Bank, indoor pools where swims overlook the pods of the London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament in one lap, and outdoor pools on the site of the former BBC headquarters. From East to West, North to South, here’s our pick of the best hotel pools in the city.
At a glance, the best London hotels with pools
- Best value London hotel with a pool – Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel & Spa
- Best luxury London hotel with a pool – The Berkeley
- Best London hotel with a pool for families – Richmond Harbour Hotel & Spa
- Best London hotel with a pool for location – Shangri-La at The Shard
In addition to the pool, which is a definite highlight, there’s a well-equipped gym, steam room and treatment room, to complete your wellness needs. The perks don’t end there: those staying in an Executive, Premier or Family suite, or an Executive room, receive complimentary access to the executive lounge which offers all-inclusive food and drinks throughout the day and a quiet place for reading or work. The hotel is located on the corner of a quiet side road, just off Oxford Street.
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Occupying a handsome Edwardian building, once the HQ of The Morning Post newspaper, One Aldwych has been among the capital’s foremost contemporary five-star hotels since it opened in 1998. While the Robert Angell-designed bedrooms are understated, there’s a little more élan in the public areas – thanks in part to the owner Gordon Campbell Gray’s extensive collection of modern art. The airy and seductive Lobby Bar, for example, is guarded by an epic sculpture, Boatman with Oars. A basement spa will take care of your pampering needs, and boasts an 18-metre swimming pool – uncommon in central London.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to book a hotel with a pool in London?
Throughout the year, you can always take a comfortable dip in a heated indoor pool. The summer months of June, July and August are the best time to appreciate an outdoor pool. Average temperatures in London during this period are 12–24C. However, most outdoor pools at London hotels remain open all year round if you’re not put off by chilly weather.
Contributions by Mark C.O Flaherty, Jade Conroy, Rachel Cranshaw, Fiona Duncan, Emma Featherstone, Lizzie Frainier, Simon Horsford, Sherelle Jacobs, Charlotte Johnstone & Lizzie Porter
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