Luxury at the water’s edge

Whether nestling discreetly in the midst of well-preserved nature or sparkling on the roofs of the tallest palatial hotels in the world, these spectacular pools invite us to take an irresistible dip, in both summer and winter.



On the beach of Mae Nam, the 5-star W Retreat Koh Samui consists of 74 private villas all with their own pools. The impressive main pool offers a magnificent lounge bar with deep seats in the shape of lotus flowers installed in the pool. As a bonus, the view of the Indian Ocean and the islands… www.starwoodhotels.com

The Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa Maldives benefits from a remarkable location at the edge of one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives. Its 110 villas are built to face the sunrise or sunset. As if delicately set on the water, the pool is an ideal backcloth for yoga sessions. An ode to relaxation... dhigu-maldives.anantara.com

The Hanging Gardens of Bali are an invitation to the world of dreams. The two pools with organic shapes are delicately positioned one above the other to caress luxuriant nature. hanginggardensofbali.com

Lumpini et la skyline de la ville. At the heart of the capital of Thailand, the 5-star Sofitel with its assertively modern architecture boasts a 32-metre pool on the 10th floor, offering a view of the Lumpini park and the city skyline. www.sofitel.com

Carved out of the rock, the Perivolas hotel seems totally cut off from the world and any noise. In an ultra-Zen decor, you experience a one-to-one encounter with the azure blue sea. The famous infinity pool guarantees a profound feeling of serenity. www.perivolas.gr