Best Pools in Hawaii

Spanning 30,000 square feet, the massive water park within the hotel includes four jungle pools, grotto pool, Tarzan pool with rope swing, baby beach, infant pool and activity pool with volleyball net.  Want waterslides?  How about the 238' long Lava Slide with a three story drop, 115' long Ana Puka Slide with it's 360-degree turn, Rapids Slide where the white water rapids gush at 16,000 gallons per minute and four additional tile slides.  If that's not enough there's also the world's only Water Elevator, three jacuzzis, a rope bridge, swim-up grotto bar and poolside massage cabana.

Located on world-famous Ka’anapali Beach, the Westin Maui boasts not only a great location but also the best pools in West Maui.  Here you’ll enjoy an 87,000 square-foot pool area featuring five swimming pools, two water slides, a swim-through grotto with twin waterfalls and a hidden Whirlpool. Among the pool area you’ll notice exotic wildlife and a $2.5 million art collection.  Also offered at the pool are on-site SCUBA diving and snorkeling instruction.

Lush greenery surrounds the inviting pools and lagoons at the Grand Hyatt Kauai, where you'll find everything from scuba lessons to floating chairs.  Enjoy the relaxing waters of their meandering, five-acre salt-water lagoon. Let the gentle motion of the waters soothe you as you glide effortlessly on a floating chair. Feeling more energetic? Rent one of the two-person kayaks for an exciting, family activity or take a snorkeling and diving lesson from our experienced staff.  The enchanting "river pools" wind through waterfalls and grottos into pools perfect for swimming and playing a game of water volleyball. Kids of all ages will love the 150-foot slide that lands you with a refreshing splash into the crystal clear waters. 

Relax next to the 10,000-square-foot Super Pool (the largest pool in Waikiki), or glide through the sparkling waters of the Tapa Pool. Young visitors love having their very own pool, the Keiki (children's) Pool, which is a tiered pool off of the Super Pool, providing a shallow swimming area especially suited for younger children.

At the Super Pool, you'll enjoy over 10,000 square feet of splashing fun, just steps away from a beautiful beach. This grand pool is set amid spectacular surroundings - gentle waterfalls, lush tropical flora and lava rocks. Swimmers and sunbathers at the Super Pool have a superb view of Waikiki Beach and the crystal-blue waters of the Pacific.

Boasting three unique swimming pools and a four-acre ocean-fed saltwater lagoon raved about by children, youth and adults alike as the coolest pools in Hawaii, Hilton Waikoloa Village on The Big Island offers a water experience for everyone. Guests can delve into virtually any water activity under the sun at Hilton Waikoloa Village, from snorkeling and swimming to kayaking or simply lazing around in hammocks.

The Kona Pool, the largest of three freshwater pools, features a dramatic waterfall for swimmers to duck under, a 175-foot twisting waterslide, three naturally

situated jacuzzis set within rocks and caves, a swinging bridge that crosses the one-acre pool and a sandy-bottomed children’s section that provides easy in and out-of-the-water access.

Perfect for children, the Kohala River Pool at the north end of the resort is actually three pools connected by short waterslides and a gentle river current. Set just yards from the Pacific Ocean, adults can enjoy the dramatic scenery and Chinese zodiac garden while taking a refreshing dip in these cool pools.

Finally, the uniquely situated four-acre ocean-fed saltwater lagoon, teeming with colorful reef fish and green sea turtles, provides a protected oasis to enjoy the splendor of the ocean. At the Lagoon Beach guests can rent suncats, kayaks, paddleboats, water bikes and snorkel gear to assist with water and sea life exploration.