Melbourne's skyline hides some genuinely striking hotel pools, from a cantilevered glass pool jutting out over a laneway to a 64th-floor infinity edge with panoramic city views. This list of the best hotel pools in Melbourne covers ten standout properties, with current rates and a newly opened riverfront addition worth knowing about. Booking flights into Melbourne puts every hotel on this list within a short drive of the airport, and most of these pools stay open to hotel guests year-round, even through the cooler months when Melbourne's weather turns unpredictable.

The 27th-floor heated indoor pool here delivers panoramic CBD skyline views alongside day beds and spa access, with supervised access available for younger guests. Floor-to-ceiling windows run the length of the pool deck, keeping the view part of the experience whether swimming laps or lounging poolside. Rooms typically run from around 178 to 265 Australian dollars a night, and the pool sits within the same complex as Crown's spa and fitness facilities.

This hotel's cantilevered glass-bottomed pool projects two metres beyond the building itself over Flinders Lane below, maintaining a steady 22 to 24 degrees year-round. Rooms run from around 150 Australian dollars a night, with pool access open to guests from 7am to 8pm daily. The glass-bottom design remains one of the most photographed hotel features in the city, giving swimmers a direct view down onto the laneway's foot traffic below.

A 25-metre infinity spa pool on Level 3 makes the most of natural light, with lounge chairs spread around the deck for a full afternoon in the water. Rates typically run 161 to 210 Australian dollars a night. The pool sits adjacent to a dedicated spa pool section, giving guests the option to alternate between lap swimming and a warmer soak without changing locations. Its Southbank position puts it within walking distance of the Yarra River promenade for a stroll after swimming.

This South Yarra property's heated outdoor glass-bottom pool overlooks Chapel Street, putting the neighbourhood's restaurants and shops within easy walking distance after a swim. The hotel takes its name and design cues from Australian artist John Olsen, with artwork referencing his pieces displayed throughout the property. The outdoor setting suits Melbourne's warmer months especially well, when Chapel Street's cafes spill out onto the footpath below.

Tucked inside the Chuan Spa on Level 9, this 15-metre indoor pool includes a dedicated family section, giving both a quieter adult stretch and a more relaxed area for guests travelling with children. The pool sits within the wider Chuan Spa complex, so guests can pair a swim with a treatment booking without leaving the floor. Riverside views through the spa's windows add to the setting despite the indoor layout. The hotel's Southbank position keeps the Yarra promenade and CBD attractions within easy reach after a swim.

This Southbank property runs a 15-metre MagnaPool, using magnesium-mineral water rather than standard chlorine treatment, with river views over the Yarra rounding out the setting. The magnesium-based system leaves the water feeling notably softer than a standard chlorinated pool, a detail regular guests often mention. Suite-style rooms throughout the property suit longer stays, pairing well with the pool as part of an extended Melbourne visit.

Billed as one of Australia's largest hotel pools, this 25-metre heated indoor pool runs adult-only hours from 8pm to 10pm each evening. Non-guests can access it via a day pass priced at 70 Australian dollars, available Monday through Thursday from 9am to 5pm. The scale of the pool deck sets it apart from most other properties on this list, with enough loungers spread across the space to avoid feeling crowded even at full occupancy.

This CBD aparthotel offers a heated saltwater lap pool, a practical option for guests wanting a proper swim rather than just a soak. Rates run from around 127 US dollars a night. The saltwater treatment tends to suit guests with sensitive skin better than a standard chlorine pool, and the lap-focused layout appeals to visitors keeping up a swimming routine while travelling.

Set on Level 64 of an 80-storey tower, this infinity pool pairs with an indoor whirlpool for one of the highest hotel swimming experiences in the city, with rates reflecting its ultra-luxury tier. The height alone sets it apart from every other pool on this list, with views stretching out toward Port Phillip Bay on a clear day. Floor-to-ceiling glass runs along the pool's edge, keeping the skyline in view from the water. Being part of the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere adds a genuine sense of occasion to a swim here.

This eco-luxury brand's first Australian property opened on the Yarra riverfront in June 2026, with an indoor pool, spa, and saunas rounding out the wellness offering. The pool area runs adults-only after 6pm during Victorian school holidays, keeping evenings quieter for guests without children in tow. Being the newest entry on this list, it brings a design language built around natural materials and river views that sets it apart from Melbourne's more traditional five-star pools.

Most of the properties on this list sit within Melbourne's compact CBD and Southbank precinct, close enough together that moving between them for a pool-hopping day trip barely requires transport at all. For visitors planning day trips beyond the city centre, a car rental makes exploring the wider Victoria region easier once the pool days are done, and arranging an airport transfer for arrival means the first stop after landing can be straight to check-in.

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