Design hotels with pools (page 21)

Torel Palace Porto

Ribeira, Porto $$$

Isabel Sá Nogueira interiors celebrate Portuguese literature with custom furnishings and suspended book ceiling installations.

Central

Heritage Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Local Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

Torel Royal Court

Uniao das freguesias de Oliveira, Sao Paio e Sao Sebastiao, Guimaraes $$

Bespoke velvet furnishings, theatrical lighting fixtures, and period architectural details across individually themed guest rooms and suites.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Local Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

Tower Club at lebua

Bang Rak, Bangkok $$$

A gilded rooftop dome crowning dramatic glass sky-bridges and the famous cantilevered circular bar. Outdoor swimming pool on the M Floor with whirlpool spa jets

Central

Social Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

Town and Country Resort

Mission Valley, San Diego $$

Gensler-designed mid-century revival showcasing bold retro colors, clean lines, and breezy indoor-outdoor spaces.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Resort Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Resort A destination unto itself. No reason to leave the property. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Trump International Hotel & Tower

River North, Chicago $$$$

Architect Adrian Smith of SOM shaped this 92-story tower with stepped glass and polished stainless steel.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Wellness Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand →

Twelve at Hengshan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Shanghai

Xuhui, Shanghai $$$

Mario Botta's terracotta-clad exterior surrounds Yabu Pushelberg interiors and a quiet elliptical courtyard bamboo garden.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Local Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

Udara Bali

Cemagi, Bali $$

Reclaimed Javanese teak joglos, stone meditation caves, and a sauna shaped like a mythical turtle.

Quiet

Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Ulu Cliffhouse Hotel

Uluwatu, Bali $$$

Mid-century Palm Springs aesthetic rendered in pastel terrazzo, custom brass fixtures, and natural Balinese rattan.

Lively

Social Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

Umbral, Curio Collection by Hilton

Centro Historico, Mexico City $$

Architect Javier Sánchez and studio Nomah framed the 1924 building around light and dark threshold transitions.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Valverde Lisboa Hotel & Garden

Santo Antonio, Lisbon $$$

Interiors by Bastir feature moody velvet tones, mid-century furnishings, Piranesi engravings, and black marble bathrooms.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand →

Varel Singapore, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Rochor, Singapore $$

FDAT Architects crafted biophilic sky terraces, tingkat lunchbox lamps, and carpets patterned after traditional chendol desserts. 18-metre open-air rooftop infinity pool on Level 9 with sun decks

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Local Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

VELA be Bangkok Siam

Bangkok 2025 $$

ASWA-designed facade pairing stainless chain-link screens with a sculptural orange pebble desk in the lobby. Ground-floor outdoor plunge pool situated in a garden alcove

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Local Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

Verride Palácio Santa Catarina

Misericordia, Lisbon $$$$

Architect Teresa Nunes da Ponte balances historic stone arches and coffered ceilings with clean contemporary furnishings.

Central

Heritage Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

Viceroy Chicago

Gold Coast, Chicago $$$

Goettsch Partners pleated glass tower rising above a restored 1920s terra-cotta facade with TAL Studio interiors.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Viceroy Santa Monica

Downtown, Santa Monica $$$

EDG Design interiors feature an expansive open lobby, ocean-blue palettes, midcentury furnishings, and curated contemporary art.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

Vila Foz Hotel & Spa

Aldoar, Foz do Douro e Nevogilde, Porto $$$$

Nini Andrade Silva interiors blending undulating sea-toned furnishings with historical parquet and dramatic chandeliers.

Quiet

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand →

Villa Deva Resort and Hotel Bangkok

Thung Maha Mek, Bangkok $$

Architects 49 pavilions framing central water gardens with custom wooden louvers echoing traditional woven carp patterns. Central courtyard swimming pool bordered by sun loungers and direct terrace access from ground-floor rooms; exclusive 5m x 15m private pool for Deva Pool Villa

Quiet

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Resort Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Resort A destination unto itself. No reason to leave the property. The whole shorthand → Wellness Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand →

Village Hotel Sentosa

Sentosa, Singapore $$

Sun-washed coastal interiors and family-configured rooms offering dual connecting doors and twin vanity bathrooms. Four outdoor pools on a shared deck: Pamukkale tiered infinity pool, Lazy River pool, Adventure recreation pool, and Children's Play pool with slides and fountains.

Secluded

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Resort Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Resort A destination unto itself. No reason to leave the property. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Vincci Ponte de Ferro

Santa Marinha e Sao Pedro da Afurada, Vila Nova de Gaia $$

Floor-to-ceiling glass, exposed steel accents, and panoramic elevators mirroring the adjacent iron bridge architecture.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Heritage Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand →

Vinha Boutique Hotel

Oliveira do Douro, Vila Nova de Gaia $$$$

Boutique rooms individually styled after iconic fashion houses including Hermès, Missoni, and Christian Lacroix.

Secluded

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand →

Vinpearl Landmark 81 Autograph Collection

Vinhomes Central Park, Ho Chi Minh City $$$

Modern Vietnamese aesthetics and bamboo-inspired architecture define this towering urban landmark.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch

London 2025 $$$

Warehouse-style exposed brick, steel-framed windows, and custom lounge beds paired with red Smeg mini-fridges.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

Virgin Hotels New York City

Midtown Manhattan, New York $$$

MARKZEFF interiors featuring signature red chamber doors, custom SMEG minibars, and sliding wooden dressing room partitions.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Wellness Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand →

Vista Walkerhill Seoul

Gwangjin, Seoul $$$

A lobby anchored by an ancient Sicilian olive tree, interactive media art, and sleek river-view interiors.

Secluded

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Wellness Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand → Resort Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Resort A destination unto itself. No reason to leave the property. The whole shorthand →

VIU Hotel Milan

Chinatown, Milan $$$

Living vertical garden exterior with custom Molteni&C furnishings, dark walnut paneling, and Port Laurent marble.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Wellness Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

W Amsterdam

De Wallen, Amsterdam $$$$

Dramatic interiors by BK Architecture set across two converted historic buildings.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

W Austin

Downtown Austin, Austin $$$

Interiors by BLUR Workshop feature warm guitar-body wood paneling, brass curves, and Scott Newton photography.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

W Chengdu

Gaoxin, Chengdu $$$

Bold contemporary interiors featuring neon Sichuan opera motifs and colorful avant-garde artwork.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Local Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Local Rooted in place. Local partnerships, local character. The whole shorthand →

W Hollywood

Hollywood, Los Angeles $$$

Rockwell Group interiors featuring a sculptural staircase, undulating velvet seating, and custom fluted wood details.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

W Hong Kong

Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong $$$

Enchanted forest interiors by Glamorous and Nic Graham, featuring a tall twig lobby column and bold graphic palettes. 76th-floor outdoor heated rooftop WET pool 211 meters above the harbor with giant mosaic mural, plus indoor spa vitality pool.

Central

Wellness Silver Brilliant execution. And we’re picky. Wellness Come here to disappear. Calm by design, wellness at its core. The whole shorthand → Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

W Melbourne

CBD, Melbourne $$$

Bold 2021 interiors by Hachem inspired by Melbourne laneway culture and local art

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

W Osaka

Minamisenba, Osaka $$$$

Monolithic black exterior by Tadao Ando concealing vibrant neon-lit interior concept spaces.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

W Rome

Ludovisi, Rome $$$$

Meyer Davis interiors blending 1970s Italian glamour, Costanza Alvarez de Castro murals, and graphic marble floors.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Heritage Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Heritage A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →

W Shanghai The Bund

Hongkou, Shanghai $$$

Neon installations inspired by Shanghai laneways, Art Deco styling, and quirky dumpling-shaped bedside pillows.

Central

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

W Sydney

Sydney 2023 $$$

Striking HASSELL-designed Ribbon building featuring bold marine-inspired interiors.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand → Luxe Listed A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand →

W Taipei

Xinyi, Taipei $$$

Bold neon accents, polished terrazzo, and interactive light installations illuminating the high-energy public living room.

Lively

Design Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Design Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work. The whole shorthand → Luxe Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Luxe The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made. The whole shorthand → Social Bronze They did this well. You’ll notice. Social Energy and scene. A lobby or bar that draws a crowd. The whole shorthand →