If you love lounging your day away at the pool, the next time you take a vacation, you may want to find a swim-up suite. Booking one of these will allow you to access your very own private pool and even swim right back to your room. Perfect for couples looking for a romantic resort or travelers seeking incredible all-inclusive stays, you can’t go wrong with any of these fabulous picks.
Rosewood Mayakoba - Riviera Maya, Mexico
Rosewood Mayakoba is a peaceful retreat set within the resort community of Playa Del Carmen on a mile-long stretch of sand, which feels less like a hotel and a lot more like a nature and wildlife preserve. Step into an exotic world from the moment you set foot on the palapa-roofed boat that will bring you to your room’s private dock. Meandering trails lead through the grounds that are dotted with lily-strewn lagoons, bungalows, and villas. Here, guests don’t have to choose between a private pool and swim-out access because they get both. Each accommodation offers lots of privacy tucked among lush foliage, as well as featuring garden showers, private verandas, and outdoor plunge pools. They also boast an open-air vibe with lots of floor-to-ceiling windows. Along with one of the best resort pools in Mexico, each accommodation category includes personal butler service too.
Sonesta Ocean Point, St. Maarten
Sonesta Ocean Point is a five-star all-inclusive on the Dutch side of St. Maarten that is rated one of the top adults-only resorts in the world. It features direct access to Maho Beach and swim-ups with sweeping views of the sea. The Swim Out Junior Suite provides seamless access from its spacious terrace into the Swim Out pool, which winds along a picturesque pathway offering stunning sea views, while the Sunset Swim Out Butler Suite includes butler service for the entire duration of your stay. Book for five nights or more, and you’ll also get an exclusive wine fridge with a choice of one bottle per day from a curated selection of domestic and international fine wines. The resort’s fashionable pools and eateries emphasize the impressive views over the bay, and guests can also use the facilities at Sonesta’s sister resort, Sonesta Maho Beach Resort & Casino, located on the same property.
Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun - Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Named by Fodor’s as one of the best all-inclusive resorts for honeymooners on the planet, Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun boasts pearly white sands lined with palapas, cabanas, and sunbeds at the edge of cerulean waters on one side and lush tropical gardens on the other. An adult-only property, it offers exceptional service along with 412 rooms with four-poster canopy beds, separate sitting areas, and private balconies; ground-floor rooms are swim-up suites. In addition to the buffet, a wide variety of high-quality dining options await, including Japanese teppanyaki, French cuisine, a wine cellar with over 200 different vintages, and, for an extra charge, romantic dinners for two on the beach. The views at Oceana and bistro classics at Bordeaux are among its standouts. You’ll also find an array of activities from scuba diving and windsurfing to water aerobics and dance lessons, while the magnificent destination-style spa offers couples’ treatments in private outdoor cabanas on the beach.
Excellence Punta Cana - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Excellence Punta Cana offers five-star luxury in a colonial village-style resort that faces a 30-mile stretch of white, powdery sands. This all-inclusive, adults-only property is especially popular for weddings and honeymooners who appreciate the round-the-clock room service as well as the special couples’ menu at the world-class spa with a Zen fountain, all sorts of indulgent massages, and other heavenly treatments. Activities include coastal horseback rides, yoga, whale watching, and zip lining, though you can also spend your days napping in a hammock if you choose. Dine at a long list of restaurants and sip exotic drinks at any one of the many bars. There are two enormous swimming pools – and, of course, private swim-up suites that happen to include magnificent sea views. The all-inclusive plan includes meals, unlimited premium alcoholic beverages, 24-hour room service, water service at the beach and pool, daily activities, and nightly entertainment.
Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos - San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico
Hyatt Ziva is renowned for its exceptional service and luxurious suites, which include swim-up options. While relaxing in the water you’ll be able to enjoy a spectacular ocean view, and, during the winter months, watch for whales that frequently pass by too. If that’s not enough, there are four huge pools spread across the property, and while the sea may be too rough for swimming, the beach stretches for miles, ideal for both sunrise and sunset strolls. Enjoy a wide range of dining options, all included in room rates too, from a food truck famous for its tasty tacos to sushi, a fine-dining French restaurant, and 24/7 room service.
Calabash Cove, St. Lucia
One of the most romantic resorts in the Caribbean, Calabash Cove is an upscale boutique resort that sits upon a gently sloping hill above Bonaire Bay on the lush island of St. Lucia. It offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea from virtually every vantage point, whether you’re in the library, at the gorgeous infinity pool or dining in the open-air restaurant. Choose a Swim-Up Junior Suite, and you’ll get to take advantage of a private terrace that’s screened by greenery, where you can relax and enjoy the view of the pool and the Caribbean beyond. From your terrace, steps lead right into the pool. The rooms also include a romantic four-poster bed draped with a white net. In addition to the onsite restaurant, Windsong, which serves Asian-inspired fare based on island flavors and local produce, you’ll find a fabulous spa with a wide array of treatments and gardens with scenic walkways.
Secrets Vallarta Bay - Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
All-inclusive Secrets Vallarta Bay offers unlimited premium drinks, luxurious rooms with butler service, a swim-up bar, beautiful pools, and rooms that you can swim right into. Plus, it sits right on a spectacular beach. An adults-only property, it can get a bit rowdy but it’s easy to find a place for tranquility. The secluded spa provides an especially peaceful oasis for aromatherapy massages, body treatments, and beauty services like chocolate body wraps and manicures. There are multiple restaurants, and all are included in the rates.
Hyatt Zilara - Cancun, Mexico
Hyatt Zilara is an adults-only resort in Cancun that offers spacious rooms with balconies and whirlpools. Some, like the Premium Swim-Up Suite, provide stair access right into the pool and the heavenly private loungers that are set on a platform in the water. You can also look forward to a fabulous night’s sleep in luxurious beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and turn-down service with aromatherapy. The hacienda-style resort sits along a pristine stretch of sand in Cancun’s Hotel Zone and is known as one of the best couples resorts in Mexico. Its sprawling oceanfront infinity pool is breathtaking and features a huge swim-up bar in the center. There is an outstanding spa, a massive gym with an outdoor lap pool, and a wide variety of activities, from tequila tastings and live evening shows to weekly pool parties. While there are multiple restaurants, the highlights are the Mexican fare at Maria Marie and Asian food at Asiana.
Secrets Royal Beach - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
The adults-only Secrets Royal Beach is a top choice for all-inclusives in Punta Cana. It’s perfect for couples who like to party, as it hosts many different bars along with nightly entertainment – and, of course, the highlight: a private powder sugar-like sandy beach. While all rooms feature terraces or balconies, choose the Swim-Up Junior Suites and you can soak in the relaxing waters on the terrace’s Jacuzzi, or swim out into the main pool. The activities list is practically endless with an onsite casino, the lazy river style pool with a swim-up bar, beach volleyball, pool tables, snorkeling, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing. While it lacks a golf course, there is one nearby. There is also a full-service spa when you’re ready to relax, and a state-of-the-art fitness center with aerobics and water aerobics for keeping up your exercise routine. Dance classes, Spanish classes, introductory diving lessons in the pool and big-screen movies on the beach are just a few of the other options.
Azul Beach Hotel - Riviera Maya, Mexico
The Azul Beach Hotel has its own expansive private beach with thatched-roof cabanas, as well as a pool that meanders by a number of ground-floor suites. All of the suites are just steps from the beach and include built-in daybeds, a daily stocked minibar, Jacuzzi tubs, and a wide range of baby amenities. Choose a Jacuzzi Swim-Up Junior Suite, and you’ll enjoy contemporary Caribbean-style decor with dark wood decor and direct pool access from the terrace. Every room boasts a balcony or veranda with spectacular views of the gardens or the Caribbean Sea. There are three beautiful outdoor pools and a children’s pool, as well as multiple on-site restaurants with a good variety of options, as well as a bar dedicated solely to tequila. Families will especially appreciate the kid-friendly dining options and the kids club, which offers a fun, bright space for them to hang out and enjoy all of the games and toys while the parents enjoy visiting the spa or a romantic meal.
Garza Blanca Resort & Spa - Cancun, Mexico
Garza Blanca Resort & Spa in Cancun offers swim-up suites in one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and junior suite option, each of which comes with a private furnished terrace, hammock, free standing soaking tub, a full kitchen, and a dedicated “Experience Host” who will take care of all of your needs throughout your stay. An exclusive haven along the sands of Playa Mujeres, you’ll enjoy the resort’s Gourmet All-Inclusive Plan featuring exquisite cuisine, signature alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and 24-hour room service.
Maya Sanur Resort & Spa - Bali, Indonesia
Maya Sanur Resort & Spa sits along the southwestern shores of Bali. A boutique hotel with tranquil surroundings, some of its luxurious rooms lead directly into the exclusive lagoon pool. The spacious Deluxe Lagoon Access Suites also boast gorgeous spa-worthy bathrooms and terraces with cocoon-like day beds. There are three options for dining, including an outstanding Japanese restaurant, while happy hours at Tree Bar overlooking the beach is a popular gathering spot. Guests can also enjoy a stunning spa and multiple places to relax throughout the property.
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach - Phuket, Thailand
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa is just over five minutes from Patong Beach and offers rooms with patios that have direct access to the lagoon-like Nahm-Tok Pool, the most tranquil on the property, which features secluded hot tubs and animal sculptures that spout water. There’s plenty on the property to keep guests of all ages entertained, with two other pools, one including a swim-up bar and the other featuring a water slide. There’s a quiet private beach, although you’ll need water shoes as it’s rocky. Guests also enjoy treatments at the spa, a Muay Thai boxing stage and a kids’ club.
Holiday Village Aliathon - Paphos, Cyprus
Holiday Village Aliathon is a family-friendly resort in seaside Paphos that is about 15 minutes away from the beach. It offers a relaxing retreat for those who simply want to take advantage of luxurious amenities that include numerous indoor and outdoor pools, a water park, and lots of activities for kids and teens. Its all-inclusive package includes dining at a wide range of on-site restaurants, and opportunities to sip cocktails at various bars. Rooms have upscale features like kitchenettes, terraces, and access to pools.
