Nothing is more sublime than a day spent lounging poolside at a Greater Miami & Miami Beach hotel. With the promise of sun-soaked bliss and an ocean breeze, amazing pools are the crown jewels of Miami Beach's most exquisite hotels and resorts. And each offers an experience all its own. Lounge where 007 once sunbathed, sip a craft cocktail at a chic rooftop pool bar overlooking the ocean, wade into a gorgeous Art Deco-inspired pool or opt for a poolside cabana surrounded by manicured gardens. Whatever your pool style on vacation, find it at one of these stunning Miami Beach resorts.

1 Hotel South Beach

A Tranquil Oasis

An eco-chic luxury resort spanning an entire city block, 1 Hotel South Beach is a stylish oceanfront oasis of tranquility in South Beach. The hotel’s four pools are ideal for lounging, swimming and sunning alongside stunning ocean views. Enjoy fresh fish tacos from the Sandbox pool bar or plant-based fare inside Plnthouse cafe with seating on the pool deck. There’s also a rooftop swimming pool 18 stories above the beach, anchored by Watr at the 1 Rooftop bar for cocktails and inventive sushi.

Bowtie pool & cabanas at the Fontainebleau — The Fontainebleau poolscape has been the backdrop for many movies

Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Take a Star-Studded Swim

For one of Miami Beach’s most storied oceanfront resorts – where Frank Sinatra once held court and the first scene of James Bond’s "Goldfinger" was filmed – all signs point to the fabulous Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Designed in the 1950s by architect Morris Lapidus, the Mid Beach resort oozes with Miami Modern (MiMo) style, curvilinear lines and some of the destination’s most lavish oceanfront pools. There are 11 separate pools on the grounds, anchored by the enormous bowtie pool, a nod to Lapidus’s original bowtie marble floors that still adorn the lobby today. There are various cabana and daybed options as well as a family pool with a waterslide. When hunger strikes, enjoy oceanfront Mediterranean fare at La Côte or poolside from the comfort of your lounge chair.

Miami Beach EDITION diving platform — Enjoy a luxurious pool day at Miami Beach EDITION's retro pool

The Miami Beach EDITION

A Chic MiMo Gem

Situated inside a historic mid-century modern building overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, The Miami Beach EDITION has retained the property’s throwback charm and blended it with modern luxury. The poolscape features a grassy rolling lawn with two swimming pools, one featuring a replica of the original diving platform. The lawn is anchored by the Tropicale restaurant and bar, which sits inside a cabana with a rooftop spire filled with cushions for optimal lounging. Order a lobster roll and a glass of rosé for the perfect poolside lunch.

Standard South Beach's zero-entry pool area — Take in the water views from The Standard's pool area

The Standard Spa, Miami Beach

Experience Bayfront Zen

Situated on Belle Isle on the Venetian Causeway, floating between Miami Beach and mainland Miami, The Standard Spa, Miami Beach provides an idyllic poolscape set directly on Biscayne Bay. The zero-entry swimming pool is surrounded by lemon yellow lounge chairs as well as a cold plunge and deluge shower for a subtropical, spa-like atmosphere. Featuring a third-floor spa with an arena-style hammam and fitness classes, the entire property takes on a hip, wellness vibe. For a relaxed outdoor lunch, guests can head to the Lido Restaurant and Bayside Grill for organic food and fresh frosé. The restaurant also offers poolside dining.

Goodtime's pink & white pool area — Follow the palm sculptures to the goodtime's pool area

the goodtime hotel

A Taste of the Good Life

From superstar musician Pharrell Williams and Miami nightlife impresario David Grutman, the goodtime hotel is an escapist retreat on Washington Avenue in South Beach. The rooftop pool deck designed by Ken Fulk is playful and pretty-in-pink with two long, narrow pools mirroring each other, lined with cabanas and palm frond sculptures. Here, you’ll also find Strawberry Moon, a whimsical Mediterranean restaurant with poolside seating and a day club that hosts high-energy, DJ-fueled weekend pool parties.

Unicorn inflatable floating in the pool at Moxy South Beach — Soak up the sun at Moxy's rooftop pool area

Moxy Miami South Beach

A Playful Rooftop Perch

The Moxy Miami South Beach is a stylish, budget-friendly hotel catering to youthful travelers out to experience all South Beach has to offer. Its second-floor rooftop pool deck, overlooking Washington Avenue, is a great place to soak up some sun and views of the Art Deco skyline atop playful inflatable floaties in unique shapes, like unicorns, lime wedges and pizza slices. Across the way, you’ll find Serena, an open-air Mexican restaurant surrounded by potted plants and a cast iron canopy encompassing bougainvillea and twinkling lights. For something more intimate, check out The Upside, an outdoor lounge bar on the eighth floor rooftop featuring a small wading pool, plush lounges and panoramic views of Miami Beach.

Plymouth South Beach's pool — The Plymouth offers a cozy courtyard pool in South Beach's Collins Park neighborhood

The Plymouth South Beach

A Charming Courtyard Paradise

For a boutique hotel with a ton of charm in South Beach’s desirable Collins Park neighborhood, check into The Plymouth Hotel and then check out its adorable courtyard swimming pool. The checker-tiled pool deck oozes chic mid-century charm with palm trees lining the walls and peach lounge chairs, striped umbrellas and window awnings to match. It’s also home to Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, which has a cocktail bar and a menu servicing the pool.

Explore

Experience Miami's Concerts & Live Music Events

Planning a visit to Miami? Check out these itinerary ideas

Use our Hipster Guide to plan the perfect weekend

Love Music? Let's Go to a Concert

Explore Spring in Miami

Miami Beach's Luxury Oceanfront Hotels

Discover New & Renovated Hotels

Looking for the Best Brunch?

Save this list of Miami's newest bars

Best of the Best Music Fest | May 25

Miami Beach Pride Concert | May 31-June 1

Explore Attractions & Museums Months | April-May

Discover fun free things to do in Miami

Hotels With Amazing Pools in Miami Beach

Thank you for your submission !

STAY IN THE KNOW WITH ALL THINGS GREATER MIAMI & MIAMI BEACH