Nothing makes a holiday feel like a holiday like a dip in a swimming pool. London is full of opportunities to bathe, soak and swim in a vast range of luxurious pools – the challenge is knowing where to look.
Thanks to our quick and easy guide to the best London swimming pools about, you’ll be able to experience the crème de la crème of aquatic entertainment and relaxation during your stay at LUMA Concept Hotel London.
Also, don’t be fooled – swimming is not just a summer activity. With London’s wealth of indoor pools, opportunities to take a year-round dip abound.
Without further ado, here are the best swimming pools in London, as voted for by LUMA Concept Hotel London.
Serpentine Lido
Open during the summer, the Serpentine Lido is a gorgeous, scenic lido that takes swimming back to its all-natural roots. No tiles, no barriers, no chemicals – just the sun on your back and the freshness of cool English water on your skin.
With deck-chairs and cute cafes surrounding the perimeter of this old-school pool, there’s everything you need to spend a memorable summer’s afternoon here at the Serpentine Lido.
The Park Club
Located in Acton, The Park Club is very close to LUMA Concept Hotel London. This West London establishment is not only extremely convenient, but it also has all the swimming facilities you could possibly ask for. There are several indoor pool options to choose from, as well as a spa and a wooden lodge area that is heated all year around.
Pools on the Park, Richmond
Situated in one of London’s largest nature reserves, this indoor pool complex is a fantastic place to relax and rejuvenate. After a little deer spotting in the bucolic wonder of Richmond Park, why not take yourself down to Pools on the Park for a quick plunge?
The Porchester Spa
Are you looking for a little unabashed luxury? For refined bathing with all the creature comforts, The Porchester Spa, located near Royal Oak tube station, is the place for you. Enveloped in a world of Art-Deco wonder, this spa and pool is particularly lavish, offering everything from Turkish baths to spa treatments, saunas and heated indoor swimming pools.
Balham Swimming Pool
With a beautifully restored roof and wealth of natural light, this South London pool is a pleasant place to relax and escape to. Its arched ceiling is a masterpiece in metal, making it entirely unique. Take advantage of this pool’s sauna facilities after your swim!