City breaks are great with children, from stroller age to teen years, but even the most culture-wise kid needs some downtime eventually. The solution? Everyone to the pool! More fun than Netflix, cheaper than afternoon tea at the hotel and a great bargaining tool while sightseeing, a good hotel pool is a game changer. We picked a few of our favorites urban pools around the globe, from Boston to Buenos Aires. Dive in below.
1. Le Bristol, Paris
Rooftop pool with views across Paris
2. Mandarin Oriental, Washington DC
A place to play when the museums have conquered the kids, views over the Potomac
3. Four Seasons, Buenos Aires
Our favorite place to relax on a sunny Argentine afternoon
5. Greenwich Hotel
As cozy as the hotel itself, the Greenwich’s pool even has a reconstructed Japanese farmhouse for lounging (but doesn’t allow kids after 10 am on weekends).
6. Grand Hyatt, Santiago
Resort style swimming pool (with a waterfall) in the middle of Santiago, Chile.
7. Four Seasons, Boston
Even in the worst of Boston’s winter, the kids can cannonball in this rooftop indoor pool.
8. St. Regis, San Fransisco
Towels and poolside menus for the tots make this indoor pool extra kid-friendly.
9. Rome Cavalieri
Three outdoor pools, including one just for kids, make this Roman retreat a family fav.
Tell us your favorites in the comments below