Los Angeles has no shortage of hotels with pools, but most are compact plunge pools tucked onto a rooftop as an afterthought. This list focuses on five properties where the pool is a genuine physical feature, selected on the basis of verified size, setting, and access conditions. Star rating and brand name played no role in the order.
How we selected and ranked these hotels
The pool itself sets the order.
- 1. Pool quality and size, so a larger, well-maintained outdoor pool with a meaningful setting outranks a smaller rooftop pool, whatever the hotel's overall prestige.
- 2. Where two pools are comparable in scale, the higher star rating breaks the tie.
- 3. Alphabetical order resolves any remaining parity.
Every pool on this list was verified as an active, accessible feature. We excluded properties where the pool has been removed, closed for renovation without a confirmed reopening, or restricted to a paid spa package that most guests cannot access.
Hotels with pools in Los Angeles at a glance
| Hotel | Pool type | Setting | Star rating | Guest score | Access policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shutters On The Beach | Outdoor lap pool | Beachfront, 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica | 5 | 9.2 | Hotel guests only |
| Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows | Outdoor pool | Garden grounds, 101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica | 5 | 8.6 | Hotel guests; day passes available seasonally |
| Regent Santa Monica Beach | Outdoor rooftop pool | Rooftop, 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica | 5 | 9.5 | Hotel guests only |
| The Beverly Hills Hotel - Dorchester Collection | Outdoor pool | Garden grounds, 9641 Sunset Boulevard, Beverly Hills | 5 | 9.4 | Hotel guests; pool club access ticketed in summer |
| 1 Hotel West Hollywood | Outdoor rooftop pool | Rooftop, 8490 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood | 5 | 8.6 | Hotel guests; ticketed public access on select dates |
Pool access tips for Los Angeles hotels
- Several Los Angeles hotel pools operate as ticketed pool clubs during summer weekends. If you want guaranteed access as a hotel guest, confirm the policy before booking, particularly at The Beverly Hills Hotel and 1 Hotel West Hollywood.
- Santa Monica pools at Shutters On The Beach and the Fairmont Miramar benefit from the marine layer, which keeps temperatures cooler than inland pools. Expect water temperatures around 78°F to 82°F in summer.
- The Regent Santa Monica Beach rooftop pool faces west, which means direct afternoon sun and ocean views from the water. Arrive before 3 p.m. on weekends to secure a chair.
- Los Angeles pools are generally year-round, but some hotels heat pools only from April through October. Call ahead if you plan to swim between November and March.
Best hotel pools in Los Angeles: what sets each one apart
The five hotels below cover Santa Monica's beachfront, Beverly Hills' garden grounds, and the Sunset Strip rooftop scene. Each pool was chosen because it functions as a primary amenity rather than a secondary feature.
Shutters On The Beach is directly on the sand at 1 Pico Boulevard, and its outdoor pool runs approximately 75 feet along the Pacific-facing side of the property. Guests swim within earshot of the ocean.
Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows at 101 Wilshire Boulevard has one of the larger pool decks in Santa Monica, set within mature garden grounds that include a 100-year-old Moreton Bay fig tree. The pool area is shaded in the morning and open to afternoon sun.
Regent Santa Monica Beach at 1700 Ocean Avenue opened its rooftop pool as part of a full property renovation. The pool faces the Pacific and is above the sixth floor, giving swimmers an unobstructed ocean sightline.
The Beverly Hills Hotel at 9641 Sunset Boulevard has operated its pool since the 1950s. The outdoor pool is within the hotel's signature pink-and-green garden grounds and measures approximately 60 feet. During summer, the pool deck operates as a ticketed pool club open to non-guests.
1 Hotel West Hollywood at 8490 Sunset Boulevard has a rooftop pool with views across the Los Angeles basin toward downtown. The hotel incorporates reclaimed and natural materials throughout the property, and the pool deck uses reclaimed wood decking.
The hotels
Shutters On The Beach
1 Pico Blvd
9.2755 reviews
12 min walk to Downtown Santa Monica (E Line)The only LA hotel pool on an active beach, the Pacific is about 50 feet from the deck, and the roughly 75-foot outdoor pool is open to guests with no fee or reservation.
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Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
101 Wilshire Blvd
8.6801 reviews
8 min walk to Downtown Santa Monica (E Line)One of the larger pool decks in Santa Monica, set in mature garden grounds around a century-old Moreton Bay fig tree, a scale rare for an urban hotel.
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Regent Santa Monica Beach
1700 Ocean Avenue
9.574 reviews
14 min walk to Downtown Santa Monica (E Line)A rooftop pool above the sixth floor on Ocean Avenue with a direct Pacific sightline no ground-level pool nearby can match, part of a fully renovated property.
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The Beverly Hills Hotel - Dorchester Collection
9641 Sunset Boulevard
9.4173 reviews
No Metro rail within walking distance. Metro Rapid stop is on Sunset Boulevard at Foothill Road, served by Metro Rapid Line 2. (Metro Rapid 2).A pool running continuously since the 1950s, about 60 feet, set in the hotel's signature pink-and-green gardens, one of the most recognizable pools in the city.
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1 Hotel West Hollywood
8490 Sunset Boulevard
8.6630 reviews
No Metro rail within walking distance. Metro Rapid stop is on Sunset Boulevard at La Cienega Boulevard, served by Metro Rapid Line 2. (Metro Rapid 2).A rooftop pool above the Sunset Strip with views across the basin toward downtown, its reclaimed-wood decking giving it a character standard rooftop pools lack.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Los Angeles hotel has the best pool for swimming laps?＋
Shutters On The Beach at 1 Pico Boulevard in Santa Monica has the longest pool on this list at approximately 75 feet, making it the most practical option for lap swimming. The Fairmont Miramar at 101 Wilshire Boulevard is the next best option for length.
Can non-guests use hotel pools in Los Angeles?＋
Two hotels on this list allow non-guest access under specific conditions. The Beverly Hills Hotel operates a ticketed pool club during summer months. 1 Hotel West Hollywood opens its rooftop to ticketed events on select dates. Shutters On The Beach and the Regent Santa Monica Beach restrict pool access to hotel guests only.
Are Los Angeles hotel pools open year-round?＋
All five hotels on this list keep their pools open year-round. Water is heated at each property. The Santa Monica pools at Shutters On The Beach and the Fairmont Miramar tend to feel cooler in the morning due to the marine layer, but water temperatures are maintained regardless of season.
Which hotel pool has the best view in Los Angeles?＋
The Regent Santa Monica Beach rooftop pool at 1700 Ocean Avenue faces the Pacific Ocean directly from above the sixth floor. The 1 Hotel West Hollywood rooftop pool at 8490 Sunset Boulevard faces east toward downtown Los Angeles. Both offer views that ground-level pools cannot match.
Do I need to reserve a pool chair or cabana in advance?＋
Lounge chairs at all five hotels are available on a first-come basis for hotel guests. Cabanas require advance reservation at Shutters On The Beach, the Fairmont Miramar, the Regent Santa Monica Beach, and The Beverly Hills Hotel. Cabana rentals at The Beverly Hills Hotel include a minimum food and beverage spend.
Which of these hotels is closest to a Metro station?＋
The three Santa Monica hotels, Shutters On The Beach, the Fairmont Miramar, and the Regent Santa Monica Beach, are all within 15 minutes on foot of the Downtown Santa Monica station on the E Line. The Beverly Hills Hotel and 1 Hotel West Hollywood are on the Sunset Strip, which has no Metro Rail access. Both are served by Metro Rapid Line 2 bus stops within a 6-minute walk.
