Paris: the capital’s finest hotel pools

The editors' favorite hotels with swimming pools in Paris

Hôtel du Rond-Point des Champs-Élysées, Paris 8th

Completely renovated in 2018 by Italian studio Dimorestudio, the Hôtel du Rond-Point des Champs-Élysées stands out thanks to its unique decor, inspired by the codes of the Années folles style and the world of cinema. A true Parisian boutique hotel with charm and cocooning! A 13-metre-long swimming pool, nestled in the basement and featuring a relaxation area with hammam, was added during the renovation. With pastel-colored tiles, Art Deco sconces, a designer ramp and graphic deckchairs, the space looks like something out of a Wes Anderson film. Upstairs, superb rooms offer authentic Parisian apartment-style views over the rooftops of Paris, the Sacré Coeur on one side and the Eiffel Tower on the other!

What makes the difference? the best quality/price ratio hotel with pool/location in the capital, and access to the private hammam with its intoxicating essential oil diffuser..

The Hôtel du Rond-Point des Champs-Elysées pool area in brief:

• 13 m heated indoor pool
• Hammam

Hôtel du Rond-Point des Champs-Élysées
36 rooms and suites, from €220 per night.
10 rue de Ponthieu, 75008 Paris

Hôtel Renaissance Paris Vendôme, Paris 1st

The hotel? Renovated in 2018 by designer Didier Gomez, who has already worked for the headquarters of Saint Laurent, Kenzo and Dior, the Renaissance Paris Vendôme, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, offers uninhibited luxury. The urban yet contemporary decor is inspired by the arts of jewelry, fashion, leather and goldsmiths, in a nod to the famous neighboring square. The rooms and suites of this five-star hotel, housed in a noble eighteenth-century building, offer views over the capital's rooftops, while the Kapara restaurant takes us to the Mediterranean with its colorful dishes to share and its attractive cocktail menu.

Spa and pool? At Vendôme Spa by Asian Lounge Spa, you'll find a beautiful 12-meter pool bathed in a sober, uncluttered atmosphere. The pool is surrounded by black tiles that contrast with the wood-panelled walls. After a few laps, you settle into one of the sun loungers lining the poolside and pull back an immaculate curtain for added privacy. The wellness area also includes a sauna, hammam and a wide range of treatments, including scrubs, kerosene hand rituals, Thai massages and various facials. A gym completes this spa, which is rather affordable compared with other hotels in the area.

This Renaissance address, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is a must for travelers wishing to set down their suitcases in the heart of Paris and enjoy all the attractions of the surrounding streets, between Place Vendôme, high-end boutiques, the Louvre Museum and the Opéra Garnier.

The Renaissance Paris Vendome wellness area in brief:

• A 12-meter-long swimming pool
• A short, expert treatment menu at affordable prices
• A cocoon that can accommodate a handful of clients for maximum privacy

Maison Albar Hotels - Le Vendome, Paris 9th

Just a stone's throw from the Opéra de Paris, this 5-star hotel with indoor pool was inaugurated in June 2020 by Maison Albar Hotels, the hotel group's ambition being to offer its guests breathtaking emotions and experiences (with an excellent price/service ratio and very good reviews). And they've succeeded, with the conversion of this former brewery into a luxury hotel housing a superb Carita spa in the basement, as well as an 11-metre-long indoor pool. Featuring 4 treatment rooms, a hammam and two experiential showers, the spa area stands out for its light colors and elegant, hushed decor. The hotel also boasts beautiful contemporary rooms, views over the Parisian rooftops from the upper floors, a pleasant outdoor patio planted with trees where you can sip a cocktail, and a speakeasy-style restaurant where fusion food meets DJ sets on certain weeknights. A true bubble of calm and well-being right next to the Grands Magasins, the Grands Boulevards and the Opéra: unique in Paris!

The Maison Albar Hotels - Le Vendome wellness area in brief:

• 8.5 m heated indoor pool, extended by a 2.4 m Jacuzzi
• Carita La Colline
• Size of spa area: 350 sq. m
• 4 treatment cabins
• 1 hammam
• 2 experiential showers

Maison Albar Hotels - Le Vendome
51 rooms and suites, from €330 per night.
7 Rue du Helder, 75009 Paris

Le Narcisse Blanc Hotel & Spa, Paris 7th

Completely renovated following a 30-month refurbishment, the 5-star Le Narcisse Blanc hotel opens onto the Boulevard de la Tour-Maubourg, behind the Esplanade des Invalides. The lobby and common areas make this boutique hotel an ultra-cosy place full of charm. The basement houses an intimate Clarins spa in marble, white and noble materials. The hotel's indoor pool is 13 meters long and features a counter-current swimming system for the more sporty guests. It is complemented by a whirlpool, sauna, treatment cabin and fitness room. Upstairs, the rooms are of a precious, rare and powdery elegance, inspired by Cléo de Mérode, the muse of Klimt, Proust or Lautrec in their time. Last but not least, the "Cléo" table is masterfully directed by Top Chef 2021 semi-finalist Bruno Aubin, who gives pride of place to plants, as well as some fine meat and seafood products.

Le Narcisse Blanc Hôtel & Spa wellness area in brief:

• 13m heated indoor pool
• Clarins Anne Semonin
• 1 treatment cabin
• 1 sauna
• 1 jacuzzi
• Fitness room

Le Narcisse Blanc hotel & spa
37 rooms and suites, from 300€ per night.
19, bd de la Tour-Maubourg, 75007 Paris

The largest hotel pool in Paris

Hôtel Molitor Paris - MGallery, Paris 16th

Inaugurated in 1929, the Molitor swimming pool is undoubtedly the most historic in Paris. For half a century, it was a favorite gathering place for Parisians, in summer and winter alike, thanks to its two pools, indoor and outdoor. In 1989, it closed its doors indefinitely and became a temple to street art and an unlikely place to party or stay, as evidenced by the organization of anthology raves.

It wasn't until 2014 that Molitor reopened, under the leadership of the Accor group and its MGallery brand. The legendary establishment was transformed into a luxury liner-style hotel, rooted in the pure Art Deco style of its origins. The two pools were entirely renovated in the same style, to the delight of bathers.

What makes the difference? the XXL size of the pools (33 and 46 meters), by far the largest of any hotel in Paris.

The pool area at the Hôtel Molitor Paris in brief:

• Two top-quality pools (46 m outdoor pool and 33 m indoor pool)
• Two solariums
• Spa by Clarins
• Treatment room
• Fitness room

Hôtel Molitor Paris - MGallery
124 rooms, 19 suites, from 240€ per night
8 Avenue de la Porte Molitor, 75016 Paris

Paris palaces with swimming pools

Cheval Blanc Paris, Paris 1st

Opening in 2021, the Cheval Blanc hotel occupies the former Samaritaine building, redesigned by the LVMH group in the heart of Paris. To make its mark, the new luxury hotel has unveiled not only the longest indoor swimming pool in Paris - a record 30 metres - but also one of the most beautiful, with its undulating hand-crafted mosaics and clever views over the city. Within a Dior Cheval Blanc spa open daily from 10am to 10pm, 6 treatment suites, including one double, each boast a private white onyx bathing salon. Nothing is too beautiful in the new palace, which has already become the flagship of the Parisian hotel industry, and every detail has been thought through.

Sauna, hammam, snow shower, relaxation areas, fitness room with state-of-the-art equipment and private sports coaching room complete a convincing picture. As for the rooms, they offer quality space overlooking the Seine or the rooftops of Paris.

The Cheval Blanc Paris wellness area in brief:

• The hotel's indoor swimming pool is... 30 metres long
• Dior Spa
• Hammam
• Sauna
• 6 treatment rooms
• Snow shower
• Fitness room

Cheval Blanc Paris
72 rooms and suites, from €1250 per night.
8 quai du Louvre, 75001 Paris

Bulgari Hotel Paris, Paris 8th

Opening at the end of 2021, the Bulgari Hotel Paris will revitalize the upper Champs-Élysées avenue and the Paris Golden Triangle. The luxury hotel occupies a prime position in terms of wellness and well-being, with a vast 1,300 m² spa. A 25-metre indoor semi-Olympic pool evokes ancient Roman thermal baths. A second pool houses a "Vitality Pool", a marine course dedicated to hydro and aero jet massages. The hammam is adorned with green and gold mosaics, while the ice fountain is carved from an impressive block of black granite. Nine treatment rooms and a 65 m² Spa Suite are available, as is a 120 m² fitness area. Open from 6.30 a.m. to 10 p.m., the Bulgari spa is one of the most accomplished in the capital.

The rooms and suites also offer ultra-luxury comfort coupled with sometimes unique views over Paris. Last but not least, this restaurant in Paris 8, whose menu is designed by 3-star chef Niko Romito, is proving to be extremely promising!

The wellness area at the Bulgari Hotel Paris in brief:

• Heated indoor swimming pool... 25 metres long
• 1300 m² spa
• 9 treatment rooms clad in Vicenza stone
• 120 m² fitness room with private studio

Bulgari Hotel Paris
76 rooms and suites, from €1,150 per night.
30 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris

Ritz Club, Paris 1st

An exceptional palace needs an exceptional pool. Reopened in 2016 after four years of colossal renovation, the Ritz Paris, a Place Vendôme treasure, boasts one of the capital's most luxurious pools. In a setting worthy of the palaces of Greco-Roman antiquity, with sculptures, murals and colonnades, nestles a hypnotic azure-blue pool (whose shades change throughout the day), with 800,000 hand-laid mosaics, enhanced by alcoves equipped with a Jacuzzi system.

What makes the difference? 31° heated water, waterside dining and, quite simply, the pleasure and prestige of bathing at the Ritz... For this, you need to stay at the palace or become a member of the Ritz Club, certainly the most prestigious and exclusive in Paris (€7,000 a year, not forgetting the initial membership fee and the need for prior sponsorship).

The wellness area at the Le Ritz CLub in brief:

• 16-meter indoor heated swimming pool
• Hammam
• Sauna
• Treatment cabins
• Snow shower
• Fitness room
• Hair salonDavid Mallett

Ritz Paris
71 rooms and suites, from €1,200 per night.
15 place Vendôme, 75001 Paris

Royal Monceau Raffles, Paris 8th

With its 23-meter-long pool, it's fair to say that the Royal Monceau has thought big. Designed by Philippe Starck, it is the centerpiece of the My Blend by Clarins spa, spread over almost 1,500 square meters. A veritable temple to well-being, the space boasts an immaculate, resolutely contemporary design, underlined by a shaft of natural light and an Olympian calm conducive to relaxation.

What makes the difference? the modern, uncluttered spirit of the space, a haven of peace where time seems to stand still..

The Royal Monceau pool area in brief:

• The hotel's heated 23-meter-long indoor pool
• Spa My Blend By Clarins
• 7 treatment rooms, including a double VIP room
• Sauna
• Turkish bath
• Laconium
• Ice fountain
• Sensory experience showers
• 4 coaching rooms (Technogym, Kinésis equipment) thai boxing studio, yoga room

Royal Monceau Raffles Paris
149 rooms and suites, from 800€ per night.
37 Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris

Shangri-La Paris, Paris 16th

The sumptuous swimming pool at the Shangri-La Paris will leave no bather indifferent. Designed by architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, the pool is 6 metres wide by 15 metres long, bathed in natural light thanks to a vast bay window opening onto a vast terrace. Italian mosaic, colonnades, pristine white walls embellished with bas-reliefs, a ceiling painted in the colors of the sky... Everything seems to call for voluptuousness and escape.

What makes the difference? the Antique Rome atmosphere: the view through the large bay window, which lets you enjoy the sun's rays or the snowflakes in winter, while enjoying the comfort of a heated indoor pool in the heart of Paris.

The Shangri-La Paris pool in brief:

• CHI, the Spa
• Fitness center
• 15 m long swimming pool

Shangri-La Paris
65 rooms and suites, from €850 per night
10 Avenue d'Iéna, 75116 Paris