While luxury hotels across Asia promise attentive service and sublime design, some go one step further with pools that steal the show.
Whether they’re hovering above jungle canopies or gleaming like a gilded treasure, these pools blend beauty, style and architecture in unforgettable ways.
Here are the MICHELIN-recommended stays with the most photogenic pools to take the plunge.
The Library
Minimalist, modern and impossible to miss, The Library in Ko Samui, Thailand makes a striking impression with its ruby-red pool. Overlooking Chaweng Beach, the pool boasts a signature colour that comes from a mosaic of orange, yellow and crimson tiles that glow under the Samui sun. With just 46 studios and suites, the resort keeps things intimate, making poolside lounging feel a world removed from the action on the beach beyond.Book The Library Koh Samui on The MICHELIN Guide →
Hanging Gardens of Bali
Suspended above Ubud’s lush jungles, the two-level infinity pools at Hanging Gardens of Bali seem to float in the treetops. This legendary design, often cited among the most beautiful in the world, is meant to mirror the natural contours of the surrounding valley. While the main pools remain the resort’s pièce de résistance, the 44 private villas — each with its own plunge pool — add another layer of seclusion if swimming solo is your vibe.Book Hanging Gardens of Bali on The MICHELIN Guide →
Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais & Chateaux
Adventure meets elegance at Wild Coast Tented Lodge, set on the edge of Yala National Park — one of the best places to spot leopards, elephants and other wild animals. The freeform pool flows out from a domed bar space, blending into the dunes and jungle while the Indian Ocean crashes into the shore just beyond. They may not be pools for swimming, but each cocoon-like tented suite also comes with its own private watering hole to attract wildlife. With safari drives by day and star-filled skies by night, this is luxury at its wildest.Book Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais & Chateaux on The MICHELIN Guide →
Marina Bay Sands
Few pools have achieved icon status quite like the one atop Marina Bay Sands. Stretching nearly 150 metres across the three towers of the hotel, this rooftop infinity pool is one of the world’s largest — if not the largest outright. The 57th-floor setting offers unmatched views of the Singapore skyline, best captured at golden hour. It’s a rite of passage for travelers seeking that perfect cityscape selfie.Book Marina Bay Sands on The MICHELIN Guide →
The Oberoi Udaivilas
On the banks of Lake Pichola, The Oberoi Udaivilas evokes the opulence of a royal palace, even if the luxury resort was custom-built. Here, regal corridors lead to shimmering courtyards, and suites open directly onto semi-private pools that curve along the property’s domes and columns. But the standout is the long, crescent-shaped pool that reflects the hotel’s intricate architecture and the serene lake it overlooks. For an extra special experience, you can sign up for a private poolside dinner, too.Book The Oberoi Udaivilas on The MICHELIN Guide →
COMO Laucala Island
Set on a private island in northeastern Fiji, COMO Laucala delivers tropical luxury on a cinematic scale. Its pool is no exception. Shaped like a winding lagoon, the main pool weaves past palm trees, mini-islands and secluded cabanas. Even more remarkable. There’s an all-glass lap pool floating at its centre. It’s an oasis within an oasis, ideal for long swims or lazy lounging and is as photogenic as they come. But the real magic lies in how it blends so seamlessly with the island’s natural beauty.Book COMO Laucala Island on The MICHELIN Guide →
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
In a destination full of showstopping pools, Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru goes bigger. In a very literal way. This Baa Atoll property is home to the Maldives’ first Olympic-size infinity pool, which stretches over a turquoise lagoon. Private villa pools stilted out over the water abound here, too, but the scale and setting of the main pool make it a standout, whether you’re swimming laps or simply soaking in the view.
Book Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru on The MICHELIN Guide →
Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery
Plunked in the middle of northern Vietnam’s dramatic landscapes, Hotel de la Coupole brings haute couture flair to the highlands. That sensibility runs from the grand dome to opulent suites inspired by Les Années Folles. It even extends to the decadent indoor pool. Christened Le Grand Bassin, it’s framed by pink chandeliers, emerald-green marble columns and bronze sculptures. Velvet daybeds line the edges, while floor-to-ceiling windows reveal views of the valley and the mist-shrouded mountains. After a morning hike, few places feel more indulgent for a languid swim.Book Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery on The MICHELIN Guide →
