6 Hotel Pools by Personality
We’re never at a loss when trying to find a few vacation ideas for LGBTQ+ travelers in unexpected places. It’s the first official day of summer! And when it comes to staying cool during heatwave temps, we’re providing some travel inspiration with a few hotel pools where you can relax, unwind, and chill out based on your travel style – from wellness retreat seekers to wine connoisseurs to influential travelers looking for the ideal Instagram-worthy photo. Here are a few holiday options for everyone!
For the Glamorous City Goer
Hotel ZaZa | Dallas, TX
Texas’s hotel darling known for its iconic over-the-top Magnificent Seven Suites also boasts one of the best pool scenes in the city. Adored by glamorous locals, traveling Hollywood elite and hotel guests alike, Poolside at Hotel ZaZa Dallas is an imaginative refuge favored by all who crave the best hotel in Dallas nightlife. The treasured Dallas hotspot is a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue with DJs, loungers, poolside drinks and dining, and breathtaking views of the glittering Uptown skyline.
For the Desert Wellness Escape
Miramonte Resort & Spa | Coachella Valley, CA
A desert wellness resort, Miramonte Resort & Spa’s signature saltwater pool offers a myriad of chic cabanas and lounge chairs, alongside fresh dishes and tropical frozen cocktails from the Poolside Bar, for guests to soak in the stunning views of the Santa Rosa mountains and the warmth of the desert sun. For ultimate luxury, private cabanas offer shaded lounge chairs, a complimentary pitcher of margarita or domestic beer, soft drinks and sparkling water, and a sun care kit from the resort’s award-winning Well Spa.
For the Instagram Obsessed
Sheraton Waikiki | Honolulu, HI
The Sheraton Waikiki features a prime location on the shores of Waikiki Beach with beautifully designed outdoor pools including North America’s longest oceanfront Edge Infinity Pool that serves as a perfect Instagram backdrop, as well as the family-friendly Helumoa Playground pool which features a waterslide, two large whirlpools, an interactive fountain area, and luxury poolside cabanas.
For the Athlete
Westgate Hotel | San Diego, CA
The European-inspired Westgate Hotel in the center of bustling downtown San Diego is home to a perfectly picturesque rooftop pool with a 15,000-square-foot panoramic lookout across the San Diego skyline. An athlete’s dream in the heart of downtown, Westgate’s heated Junior size Olympic lap pool is the place to be for a casual dip or training day with a touch of luxury. A bonus: pool guests can enjoy poolside food and beverage service brought directly to their lounge chairs.
For the Family Vacay
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center | Kissimmee, FL
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center welcomes guests to an upscale, one-of-a-kind experience just minutes from world-famous Orlando theme parks and attractions. The property’s three-acre Cypress Springs Water Park features two pools, seven water slides, a surf simulator, a giant water playground, and a new action river that whisks guests along a swift current inspired by the clear, spring-fed rivers in Florida.
This summer, families can celebrate the hotel’s 20th anniversary with the “Ultimate Upgrade Package” which includes one-hour private access to the water park, deluxe accommodations, an in-room dining experience with a private chef, custom wildlife tour, stretch limousine transportation to and from Walt Disney World Resort, theme park tickets, length-of-stay poolside cabana, VIP concierge services and more.
For the Wine Connoisseurs
Montage Healdsburg | Healdsburg, CA
In the heart of California Wine Country, Montage Healdsburg is home to both a family pool and an adults-only, zero-edge outdoor pool featuring private cabanas overlooking the resort’s 258 acres of rolling vineyards and oak tree groves. Guests can enjoy Sonoma Coast-inspired poolside dining including raw and barbecued oysters, crab rolls, grilled fish tacos, and upscale classics such as burgers with sweet potato fries and salads crafted with fresh Sonoma greens, paired with craft cocktails and exquisite local wines.
