Hot Hotel Pools to Stay Cool This Summer

The adults-only Serenity Pool at the new Grand Velas Los Cabos, which opened on December 20th, is one of three infinity pools at the resort, all at different temperatures to suit guests’ preference of warm to cold. The pools are tiered with a 5 ft. difference in each level and rows of loungers were designed with unevenness between them, so that every space is in the front row, unobstructed in front of a kind of theater whose stage is the sea and the horizon. Within the bodies of water, islands were created with palm trees under which and on wooden decks are located special areas of sunbathing surrounded by water. Since an important part of the hotel is the view from all the rooms and public areas of the hotel, these pools were designed as silhouettes of birds and fish, in direct communication with the sea life. Jacuzzis are integrated into a corner of each pool and their shapes represent the head and eye of the "bird-fish." A swim-up cevicheria is located in the middle pool, while swim-up bars with underwater seats are in the other two. Poolside food and beverage is also served. For reservations or additional information, please call 1-888-407-4869 or visit https://loscabos.grandvelas.com.



Set in a wooden deck above the lagoon, Baros Maldives offers one of the first and finest overwater swimming pools in the Maldives. The infinity pool is set to the curve of the resort’s signature Lime Restaurant’s wooden deck and offers a spectacular, panoramic view of the translucent lagoon. Baros’ tranquility extends to its infinity pool, where you’re sure to find couples taking in the sun. The pool serves as a safe haven for relaxation by forgoing hosting parties and private functions. This freshwater swimming pool has an area of 85.65 sq meters and a maximum depth of 1.2 m. While lounging poolside, guests can enjoy a menu of poolside snacks for the health conscious and fresh cocktails from Lime Restaurant. Locally-inspire signature dishes from the poolside menu include Lobster Salad (charcoal grilled lobster tail, mango, avocado, mizuna and vanilla dressing) and Taste of the Indian Ocean Pizza (lobster, prawns, reef fish, chili, mint and rocket). On a hot sunny day, pair these dishes with the legendary Mango Basil Cooler (fresh basil straight from the Baros garden, hand-pressed lime, honey and juicy mangoes) or refreshing Ginger-Orange Daiquiri (Bacardi Gold, ginger liqueur, lime juice, honey syrup and orange juice).



The 70' Infinity Pool at Las Terrazas Resort in Ambergris Caye, Belize provides the ideal seaside refuge after watching the sun rise over the emerald Caribbean Sea. Perfect for groups of friends, the resort offers one to three-bedroom units equipped with full kitchens, laundry, and patios or balconies. Las Terrazas, a five-star Caribbean luxury resort and residential development on the island of Ambergris Caye in Belize, features 38 magnificent one, two, and three bedroom townhomes. The units include balconies or patios, some with private plunge pools or Jacuzzis, as well as exquisite furniture handcrafted from Belizean wood, spacious kitchens with granite countertops and high end stainless steel appliances, large flat screen TVs in each living room and master bedroom, telephones, DVD players, iPod docking stations, surround sound, in-room safe, yoga mats, a full-sized washer and dryer in each residence, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Located on the largest private beachfront on the island, Las Terrazas has a 70’ infinity pool; O Restaurant, serving Central American and Caribbean cuisine; Poolside Bar; and the Serenity Spa and Wellness Center. Onsite Concierge is able to assist with an array of island and mainland excursions including dive and snorkel trips with White Sands Dive Shop, the onsite 5-star PADI facility. Repeatedly recognized by Trip Advisor as a top 10 Hotel in Central America, Las Terrazas Resort is the only member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts in Belize and part of the LVX Collection. Las Terrazas is also the only Virtuoso affiliate on Ambergris Caye. The resort is also a member of Sustainable Travel International. For more information or reservations visit https://www.lasterrazasresort.com or call toll free 1-800-447-1553.



The Confidante Miami Beach offers two heated outdoor pools, surrounded by colorful cabanas and spacious bungalows. Surrounded by an array of native flora and fauna, the space offers a secluded hideaway to unwind with colorful Art Deco chairs, each centered around a circular pond and tropical plants. For food and beverages poolside, The Confidante features The Pool Bar, open daily. A highlight is the fish tacos, made with grilled mahi mahi, kimchi slaw, crispy garlic, avocado, and kewpie mayo. Drink highlights include The Confidante Lemonade – made with absolut, canton ginger, lemon juice, blackberry syrup, and fresh blackberries; Blackberry Mint Julep – made with bulleit bourbon, blackberry puree, mint, and simple syrup; and Endless Summer - grey goose pear, crème de pêche de vigne, prosecco, orange juice, pineapple juice, lemon juice, strawberry, and agave. The pools are surrounded by six colorful private cabanas and three spacious bungalows for day hire. For more information, please call 305-424-1234 or visit www.theconfidantehotel.com.



The hydrotherapy pool at Se Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya can’t be beat when it comes to relaxation. Voted “Best Spa in the World” by Virtuoso in 2010, Se Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya is 90,000 square feet, inclusive of separate hydrotherapy facilities for men and women. Inspired by the jungle and natural water pools of the Yucatan Peninsula, the stone, plants and streams specific to the Riviera Maya landscape are incorporated into the curved, organic design of the two-level spa. Set just below ground level to allow a living rock wall with plants and flowers, and even a small stream, to form part of the spa’s structure, the natural subterranean level is the center of the spa and is entirely dedicated to the relaxation and restorative facilities that comprise the Water Journey. Included with any treatment 50 minutes or more, the Grand Velas Riviera Maya Water Journey is composed of seven different water experiences, including a sauna, color therapy steam, clay room, ice room, experiences showers, polar pool and experience pool with various water elements. The Experience Pool features a Sensory Pebble Walkway For Your Feet, Waterfalls, Water Bubble Beds, Cervical Neck Jet, Bubble Volcano and Warm Water Pool.