Kathryn Romeyn Contributor Kathryn Romeyn is a travel and design journalist living in Bali, Indonesia, who travels frequently with her husband and toddler. She contributes to The Points Guy, plus a variety of other publications, and co-hosts Conscious Traveler, a podcast inspiring meaningful exploration through stories of culture, conservation and community. Kathryn packs her Canon DSLR for every trip and seeks out remarkable landscapes and wildlife, fascinating cultures, Neapolitan-style pizza and long, left-handed waves. July 18, 2026 • 8 min read Jump to section Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Copy URL Email The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information. In the hottest months of summer, the appeal of an expansive, glittering swimming pool cannot be understated when perusing hotels or resorts to book for that next vacation, holiday weekend or even staycation.
There are, of course, perennial favorite pools that can't be denied season after season, year after year. But properties across the country and globe are constantly upgrading their shimmery turquoise amenities, too, making something slightly out of date or tired into an idyllic scene worthy of Instagram.
Across North America, many points hotels have recently debuted new and improved pools or launched pool decks and cabanas, zhushed up by a brand partnership or collaboration.
Here, 10 of the most picturesque, vibey and downright luxurious new or updated hotel pools to book this summer. Whether sunbathing in peace or splashing with kids, these pretty pool scenes are more than worth the trip.
Teleport-ish to the Italian Riviera without going all that far at Buckhead's beloved, resortlike oasis, where a summertime takeover with the Italian brand Etro means the Pool Piazza is more fashionable than ever. The bold collab features a custom Etro fabric curated just for The St. Regis Atlanta and as colorful as the city, with pink, green and blue paisley swirls on canary yellow.
Umbrellas, awnings, accent pillows and uniforms are emblazoned in the material, and special towels made just for the partnership will be available for guests to purchase, too. Take one home, and the memories of the sunny, sophisticated stay will surely hold strong.
Rates at The St. Regis Atlanta start at $609 or 66,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night.
The recognizable pool deck at this Miami hotel underwent a redesign before reopening in May 2026, alongside the hotel's brand-new Solei Beach Club for the steamiest time of year. The South Beach staple has been updated with completely fresh furnishings, including Mediterranean-inflected cabanas and plump loungers, redesigned chair covers and a new mosaic along the pool wall.
Meanwhile, Solei Beach Club is a Spain-South Beach mashup of a concept with thatched palapa and poolside dining, plus handcrafted cocktails and shareable fare that extends all day into hot nights, punctuated by DJ sets and poolside surprises such as ice cream sundae service.
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