COOL IT WITH CHEAPFLIGHTS’ TOP ROOFTOP POOLS
Nothing is better than a dip in the pool to beat summer’s hot temperatures. To make more than a simple splash, however, the travel experts at Cheapflights.ca suggest checking in to, or simply checking out, these stylish hotels housing the world’s “Top 10 Rooftop Pools.”Take in the stunning views, sip cocktails in the trendy lounges and enjoy the hip vibe and beautiful people of these rooftop pools that are cool in every possible way. The following are five breathtakingly beautiful rooftop pools worth checking out in Canada and the US: !!! Rooftop Lounge at Thompson Hotel Toronto: With 360-degree, panoramic views of Toronto’s cityscape and Lake Ontario, the infinity pool at the Thompson Toronto is one of the finest. Its modern and hip atmosphere makes it the perfect place to take a dip during the day and enjoy a cocktail in the evening. And you won’t have to worry about it being overcrowded as the lounge is only open to guests and members of this chic boutique hotel. !!! The Rooftop at The Standard Downtown LA, Los Angeles: The Rooftop at The Standard sets the bar high in a city that is known for rooftop pools and parties. Like any great hotel pool, The Standard has exceptional views of Los Angeles and a trendy cocktail lounge situated next to the pool. But visiting the rooftop isn’t just about going for a relaxing swim; in addition to outdoor fireplaces and vibrating waterbed pods, the rooftop hosts a variety of DJs and even movie nights. !!! Joule Pool at The Joule Hotel, Dallas: The Joule Pool puts you front and centre for an unparalleled view of the Dallas skyline. Ten stories up, the pool hangs over the side of the hotel building, allowing guests to swim over the streets below. For swimmers right up against the edge, the only thing separating them from the bustling downtown is glass. If heights are not your thing, lounging by the cocktail bar is always an option. !!! Hugh Hefner Sky Villa at the Palms, Las Vegas: With nightly rates starting at $40,000, a select few in the world will have the pleasure of enjoying the rooftop pool at the Hugh Hefner Sky Villa in Las Vegas, but that doesn’t mean it’s not one of the best. Modelled after the Playboy Mansion, this outdoor pool stretches past the vertical edge of the hotel over the city, and separates you from The Strip with nothing but glass. With a full wet bar at your disposal, and a sauna and spa treatment room, there’s little left to be desired at this indulgent rooftop pool. !!! Rooftop Pool at The Westin New Orleans Canal Place, New Orleans: Like any great rooftop pool, the views from the Westin New Orleans are simply breathtaking. Overlooking the charming French Quarter, the iconic Mississippi River and an up-and-coming downtown area, this rooftop delight is a must-visit in The Big Easy. And with the hot, beating sun during the day, and the lights of the New Orleans skyline at night, there’s no bad time to venture up to the 29th floor. Other rooftop pool scenes from around the world to make our list are: Sands SkyPark Infinity Pool at Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore; Skye at Hotel Unique, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Luna Bar at Pacific Regency Hotel Suites, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Rooftop Bar & Pool at Aguas de Ibiza, Ibiza, Spain; and The Rooftop at Shoreditch House, London, England. (http://www.cheapflights.ca/travel/top-10-rooftop-pools)
