To help you find the the best hotel rooftop pools Phoenix has to offer, we've created this complete list and guide for you. Here you can find booking links to all hotels and also all necessary info you need to know before your visit.
And after a day of swimming, check out the best Phoenix rooftop bars here.
Here's our list of the 8 best rooftop pools Phoenix
The eco-friendly Westin Phoenix Downtown offers panoramic views and modern interior in Downtown Phoenix.
On the second floor of the building, you find the Lapis Pool & Terrace, equipped with a lovely rooftop pool surrounded by skyscrapers. Here you can cool down during the summer months, and enjoy the heated pool during the more chilly days.
Opened in 2012, The Westin Phoenix Downtown is a hip upscale property offering a cool atmosphere. Inside you find the trendy restaurant Jacy & Dakota’s, with cuisine inspired by traditional American dishes. With seasonal ingredients, you can enjoy a everything from breakfast to happy hour.
If you want to host an intimate event, Westin Phoenix Downtown offers dining experiences at the rooftop with the help of hotel staff.
Address: 333 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Availability: Guests at the hotel
Opening hours: Daily 5am-10pm
Set right in the city center of Phoenix, the boutique hotel Kimpton Hotel Palomar comes with a with a tropical rooftop pool and lounge, placed on the third floor.
Renovated during 2022, the stylish rooftop is half part lounge with private cabanas, dining tables and bar stools, and half part fantastic rooftop pool with sun beds.
Your poolside destination for snacks, sips and swims with a view of South Mountain and the Phoenix skyline during the day, and firepit cocktails and bites by night, Eden Rooftop Bar offers pretty much all you need.
To use the amazing rooftop pool you can either reserve one of the private cabanas, buy a day pass, or book your stay at the fantastic Kimpton Hotel Palomar.
Address: 2 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Availability: Guests at the hotel / Day passes & cabana rentals
Pool hours: Daily 6am-9pm
The Camby makes every experience unforgettable. The neighborhood, called Biltmore, is one of the most talked about in town and the hotel is located inside the fantastic shopping mall Esplanade.
At the 2nd floor of the hotel you find a spacious rooftop pool terrace, with plush seating, lounge chairs, games and a pool bar.
During the day, you can rent cabanas or get a pool pass including towels and sun chairs at the rooftop - and at night, the pool turns into a colorful centerpiece with lights shifting in pink and purple.
During weekends, there is usually also yoga classes held right next to the rooftop pool.
Address: 401 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Availability: Guests at the hotel / Cabana rentals and day passes
Opening hours: Daily 10am-8pm
Watch the incredible sunset over the Phoenix Mountains while taking a swim in the rooftop pool at AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown, located right by the Salt River.
Just like the area where the hotel is located, the rooftop is a modern and trendy hub with sunbeds, umbrellas and greenery. The outdoor pool is heated and when you want to spend the day by at the rooftop, the hotel provides towels.
Except from a good rooftop pool experience at this Marriott hotel, the venue also serves food and drinks in the AC Kitchen and Lounge. Enjoy a bite after spending your day in the sun.
Address: 100 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281
Availability: Guests at the hotel
Opening hours: Monday-Thursday & Sunday 6am-10am, Friday & Saturday 6am-11pm
A bit outside Phoenix, in Tempe - the relatively new Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown is just steps away from dining, shops and nightlife.
The architectural building offers a whimsical rooftop pool and bar on the 14th floor, called Alibi Rooftop Lounge. The top floor terrace comes equipped with shaded cabanas and lounge-style seating, as well as a glittering rooftop pool and panoramic views over Tempe and the mountains.
To enjoy swims with a view in the rooftop pool, you either need to stay at the hotel, or reserve a cabana / buy a day pass. But for crafted specialty cocktails and tropical inspired street food dishes with a view, Alibi Rooftop Lounge is open to all.
Address: 108 E University Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
Availability: Guests at the hotel / Cabana rentals and day passes
This rooftop on the 7th floor of Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town does not only give you the possibility to watch fantastic sunsets, it also offers a big lounge space and a heated rooftop pool.
Watch the backdrop of the Camelback Mountain and spend a wonderful day and evening by the pool with friends and family on top of this Hilton hotel. No matter the weather, you can swim laps or cuddle up in the hot tub.
At the rooftop pool, all guests can join complimentary evening tastings where you can try wine, spirits and beer from the region. And the Outrider Rooftop Lounge serves local craft brews and locally inspired cocktails.
Address: 7142 E 1st St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Availability: Guests at the hotel
Opening hours: 9am-10pm
In the vibrant Old Town, The WET Deck at W Scottsdale offers the perfect spot to join a big rooftop pool party. Every Friday to Sunday you can get into the groove and listen to good music while ordering a cocktail. At the rooftop, the WET Deck invites some of the hottest late-night DJs.
Except for sunbeds, VIP tables and cabanas - lounge chairs are all over the big rooftop and are complimentary for hotel guests, with the rule of first come, first served basis. The VIP tables and cabanas are for rent and must be booked via e-mail or phone.
For the weekend parties, the service at the pool begins at 10am so it is recommended that guests arrive before 1pm.
Address: 7277 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Availability: Guests at the hotel / Cabana rentals for ourside guests
Inspired by the rich heritage of Andalusia, you are part of the natural landscape when you stay at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa. This five star hotel is an oasis in Scottsdale offering five star service.
With three sparkling pools on the resort, this place is made to unwind and enjoy a calm vacation. One of the pools is on the Joya terrace, joined by sunbeds with an incredible view of the nature and Camelback Mountain just in front of the rooftop pool. The terrace is exclusive for spa guests, but visits to the spa is worth it if you stay at this resort.
In addition to the pools, you can explore culinary flavors at the Taqueria or the restaurant Prado, serving Spanish dishes. Enjoy poolside dining or private dining – at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa the possibilities are endless.
Address: 4949 E Lincoln Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Availability: Exclusive for spa guests
Opening hours: Daily 9am-5pm
Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.
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