Ho Chi Minh, or Saigon as many still call the city, has a lot of fabulous rooftop swimming pools. All of the Ho Chi Minh rooftop pools are located on top of luxurious hotels, with breathtaking skyline views.
This list is tailor-made for you to find your favorite Ho Chi Minh rooftop pool and hotel to stay, or just to scroll around among the best rooftop pools Ho Chi Minh has to offer.
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Let's get splashing, here are the top 9 rooftop pools Saigon.
Located right in the center of this modern and vibrant city, LA VELA Saigon Hotel is a fabulous five-star hotel, equipped with an equally fabulous rooftop pool.
Perched on the 27th floor, 150 meter above the city, a swim from edge to edge at this rooftop infinity pool means you get to enjoy panoramics over pretty much all the Ho Chi Minh skyline. And also to swim in one of the world’s largest rooftop infinity pools.
This is a truly glittering oasis, high above the bustling streets of Saigon. And in between refreshing dips you can relax in one of the comfy loungers, either in the sun or in the shade from one of the large palm trees.
The LA VELA rooftop pool is exclusive to guests staying at the hotel, but during evenings everyone can enjoy the views at the rooftop bar SkyOne Bar & Lounge.
Address: 280 Nam Ky Khoi Nghia, Ward 8, District 3, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
This is one of the most famous and popular rooftop pools in Ho Chi Minh. Hotel de Arts Saigon is the ideal place for overlooking the beautiful Ho Chi Minh skyline.
The rooftop infinity pool is one of the highest in the whole city, and the glittering pool looks specially inviting during the sunnier days.
In addition to the perfect infinity pool, there’s also a lovely rooftop bar and lounge area up here, called Social Club Rooftop Bar. In other words, this terrace has pretty much all one could ask from a Saigon rooftop pool.
The pool is usually exclusive to hotel guests, apart from rare public pool parties. But the rooftop bar is open to all, and popular, so for the most relaxing swims, the early hours are recommended.
Address: 76-78 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, District 3, 722413 Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
Hours: 6am-10pm
Website: hoteldesartssaigon.com
Located centrally within Ho Chi Minh City, close to Ben Thanh market, the modern and luxurious Pullman Saigon Centre offers a prime setting to spend a day in the Saigon sun.
On the 6th floor of the hotel you find a beautiful open-air pool deck and bar, where the sparkling water comes surrounded with lounge chairs and amazing views over the Ho Chi Minh skyline.
From early morning to late evening, guests staying at the hotel can relax and swim among the vistas.
The Pool Bar also offers cool refreshments, cocktails, and snacks, from 10am to 6pm.
Address: 148 Tran Hung Dao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Pool only for guests at the hotel / Pool Bar open to all
Hours: 6am-10pm
One of the most luxurious rooftop pools in Ho Chi Minh. The roof terrace is perched on the 25th floor of this fantastic Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel.
Up here you do not only find a large rooftop infinity pool, but also sweeping views over the Saigon River and a rooftop bar called Vertical Sky Bar. So poolside drinks and snacks is just a an arm's length away.
Except the fantastic swimming pool, there are some super comfy lounge furniture’s and sun loungers to relax in. Nothing beats a relaxed day by the pool in a comfy lounge chair with mighty city views. Extra special during the sunrise hour.
Address: 17 Ton Duc Thang, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
Hours: 6am-10pm
Found in the real heart of Ho Chi Minh City, the lovely EdenStar Saigon Hotel & Spa offers a rooftop oasis above the hustle and bustle of the vibrant city.
Located on the 12th floor, here you find a glittering rooftop pool, surrounded with comfy sun loungers and lush palm trees. And most of all: panoramic views over the Ho Chi Minh skyline.
A perfect venue to take a refreshing dip in (and above) the heart of the city, or just lounge under an umbrella. Next door to the rooftop pool you also find the Sky Pool Bar, where tou can fill up on food and drinks.
Liberty Central City Point comes with a superb rooftop infinity pool, perched on the 19th floor of this beautiful and luxurious hotel. The pool area is a true calm oasis in the middle of the city, far away from the hot and hurried city stress below.
Whether you chill out by the pool side or find yourself swimming in the pool, you will get a magnificent skyline view of Ho Chi Minh City.
The rooftop bar Above Sky Bar offers refreshing drinks in a calm and harmonious atmosphere. At least during daytime, towards the night you can expect a more vibrant atmosphere.
All in all, Liberty Central City Point is one of the best rooftop pools Saigon has to offer.
Address: 59 - 61 Pasteur, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
Hours: 6am-10pm
The Le Méridien Saigon fitness center comes with a large and beautiful rooftop swimming pool, with panoramic city views of the Saigon River and District 2. The pool area works as both a relaxing area, a lounge and a pool side hang out area.
There are several sun loungers to relax in and the rooftop bar serves healthy drinks to the mighty views.
The area is open-air, but the rooftop pool is under a roof, which means you can swim here even when it’s raining. The 26 meter long pool is filled with salt water, which makes it healthier than the ones with chlorine. For non-hotel guests you can buy a day pass to enjoy the swimming pool, sauna, gym and lounge area.
Address: 3C Ton Duc Thang, District 1, 84 Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Free for guests at the hotel / Day pass for non-guests
Hours: 6am-10pm
This luxurious and large rooftop pool is located at the 18th floor of the hotel Sofitel Saigon Plaza. The rooftop bar up here serves light snacks and refreshing drinks.
Like most other rooftops at Sofitel hotels, this pool area is very luxurious and of high class. If you like to relax to the fullest, there’s a rooftop jacuzzi to use.
The area is only available for the hotels guests and members. Speaking of relaxation, you can also find lots of sun loungers, a restaurant and gym at the 18th floor. And while the rooftop pool is not an infinity one, it is still one of the best in Ho Chi Minh City.
Address: 17 Le Duan Boulevard, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Availability: Only guests at the hotel / Members
Five minutes from the Saigon River and 10 minutes from Saigon Opera House, the 16-storey Bay Hotel Ho Chi Minh features a wide range of pleasures for guests to enjoy.
The best one of them all is found up top, with a stylish rooftop infinity pool, where you get some amazing views over the Saigon River. The pool is by no means huge, but a swim or hours in a lounger with views like these, and time just fly.
The same amaziing views can also be enjoyed at the rooftop bar and restaurant found next to the rooftop pool.
Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.
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