Next Up

12 Best Swim-Up Bars Around the World

What's better than sipping a frozen cocktail poolside? Not having to leave the pool to get it. Dive in and tour the most over-the-top pool bars on the planet.

Los Cocos Beach Club Bar at Hotel Punta Islita in Costa Rica

1 / 12

Photo: Los Cocos Beach Club Hotel Punta Islita

Hotel Punta Islita, Costa Rica

This luxury resort's infinity pool includes Harry's Bar, a swim-up bungalo with tropical cocktails and the best view of the Guanacaste coastline. For something different, order the resort's signature Morena Mia, a cocktail with sugarcane liquor.

Couple Ordering at Pool Bar in Four Seasons Hualalai in Hawaii

2 / 12

Photo: Don Riddle / Four Seasons Hualalai

Four Seasons Hualalai, Hawaii

There are many pools for the whole family to enjoy at the Four Seasons Hualalai, but the Palm Grove Pool is just for adults. Take a seat at one of the swim-up bar's underwater benches and order the resort's signature alcoholic shaved ice.

Pool and Hut at Esperanza An Auberge Resort in Mexico

3 / 12

Photo: Esperanza Cabo San Lucas

Esperanza Resort, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

The resort's private residence club, The Palapa, features a pool with incredible views of the Sea of Cortez and a swim-up bar serving up authentic Mexican fare.

4 / 12

Photo: Hotel Monte Mulini

Hotel Monte Mulini, Croatia

Just in case the view of Lone Bay isn't picture-perfect enough, you can sip on a cooler at the Hotel Monte Mulini's sleek, modern pool bar while watching the boats sail by. Total relaxation.