Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin It is an all-too familiar scenario: You are on the European vacation of your dreams but after three days of gazing at Gaudí, eating all the tapas, and pounding the pavements in the blazing heat, you are ready for a break. Beso Pedralbes at Torre Melina, a Gran Meliá Hotel. Image courtesy Torre Melina, a Gran Meliá Hotel Cool Down With A Pool Pass Unfortunately, when you booked your Barcelona vacation rental or hotel, you did not anticipate the need to fork out an additional small fortune for a swimming pool—because, let’s face it, with all that Gaudí to gawk at, who needs a pool? But don’t fret, a sun bed with your name on it might be closer than you think.
Read on to discover six dreamy Barcelona swimming pools offering day passes to non-hotel guests this summer. The pool at Gran Hotel La Florida with its panoramic views of Barcelona. Image courtesy Gran Hotel La Florida Gran Hotel La Florida There are pools with views and then there’s the panoramic vista from Gran Hotel La Florida, set high up on Tibidabo mountain.
Opened in 1925, this moderniste gem remains one of Barcelona’s most elegant, under-the-radar hideaways. Disconnect from the buzz of the city with a pool pass that includes a sun bed, access to the pool, jacuzzi and sauna, water, a fruit platter, and the option to add on a bottle of Louis Roederer Champagne. Beso Pedralbes at Torre Melina, a Gran Meliá Hotel.
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render(randId); }); })(); Newly opened Beso Pedralbes is a beach club set at the new Torre Melina, a Gran Meliá Hotel in uptown Barcelona. Despite being five miles from the seaside, the hip, laid-back vibe—combined with plentiful tropical greenery, palm trees and even a sandy beach section—will have you thinking you’re in Mykonos, Ibiza or Formentera in no time. The admission fee includes a free drink and the credit can be used to cover food and beverage orders throughout the day.
Wet Deck at W Barcelona. Image courtesy W Barcelona MORE FOR YOU Apple Warns Millions Of iPhone Users—Stop Using Google Chrome Amazon Prime Day 2024: The 136 Best Deals That Are Still Live Shop The Best Prime Day Apple Deals While They’re Still Live Wet Deck at W Barcelona W Barcelona is where the party’s at and if you enjoy an upbeat poolside experience complete with all-day DJs and breathtaking views of both the Mediterranean and the city, look no further than the Wet Deck. An exclusive day pass here includes access to the hotel’s outdoor areas, including the pools and sun loungers, with a welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Those seeking greater privacy may opt to book a VIP Cabana, or an Extreme Wow Cabana, ideal for groups of up to 20 people. The infinity pool overlooking Golden Fish by Frank Gehry at Hotel Arts Barcelona Image courtesy Hotel Arts Marina Coastal Club at Hotel Arts It goes without saying that Barcelona’s ritziest beachfront hotel has a pool club to match. Overlooking the Mediterranean and Frank Gehry’s glittering fish sculpture, Hotel Arts’ Marina Coastal Club spans more than 10,000 square feet dedicated to swimming, soaking up the sun, sipping cocktails and relaxing.
There are two swimming pools—one for children and adults, and one adults-only, and a superb restaurant serving seasonal delicacies. The day pass comes with a welcome drink and food and beverage credits included. Purobeach at Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona Image courtesy Hilton Diagonal Mar Purobeach at Hilton Diagonal Mar Set on the second floor of the Hilton Diagonal Mar hotel in Poble Nou, Purobeach is one of Barcelona’s most expansive pool clubs, with designated spaces for kids and adults.
There is also a bar offering classic and signature cocktails, and a restaurant serving burgers, nachos, salads and Mediterranean specialties. Purobeach offers a range of different day passes for non-hotel guests, ranging from basic sun-bed hire, to a complete experience with a Balinese bed or a cabana and drinks included. This public pool in Barcelona doubles as the setting for music videos as well as diving and swimming .
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(Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images) Getty Images Piscina Municipal de Montjuïc This public pool built to host the diving competitions at the 1992 Olympic Games is not set in a five-star hotel and comes with no amenities whatsoever. Yet it will take only one glimpse of the views to understand why both Dua Lipa and Kylie Minogue have recorded music videos here. Admission is less than $10 and buys you the right to use the pool, gaze at the cityscape, and not much else.
Bring your own towel and don’t expect anyone to serve you lunch or drinks..
