The capital of Spain is a little bit different compared to other south European cities. It´s altitude is above standard and that makes sure two things; cold winters and very hot summers. The spring and autumn is somwhere in between.
When the warm summer hits, it is time for you to find a rooftop pool Madrid. Luckily, there are quite a few to choocse from, and this guide will lead you straight to the best places to swim with a view. Since Madrid is an old city with a long history and old buildings, the scenery and view you get from the Madrid rooftop pools is both beautiful and photogenic.
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Here’s our list of the 8 best rooftop pools Madrid. Enjoy!
Found next to the Intercambiador de Moncloa Station, the modern hotel Exe Moncloa comes with a spacious and impressive rooftop terrace, equipped with a small but very nice Madrid rooftop pool.
With a classic and bright Mediterranean lounge feel, the rooftop is an exclusive oasis for hotel guests during daytime, to enjoy refreshing dips in the pool, or poolside lounging with drinks and snacks from the rooftop bar. Oh, and stunning views over the Madrid skyline.
Located in Madrid city centre, the superb Axel Hotel Madrid is an 'adults only' venue, known as one of the most LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Madrid, but just as hetero-friendly as well.
Apart from an all-are-welcome atmosphere, the hotel also comes with a vibrant and chic rooftop terrace. Equipped with both a sky bar and a lovely Madrid rooftop pool, the top floor of Axel Hotel also offers a magnificent panorama over the city.
An oasis for guest staying at the hotel all days during summer, and during weekends all are welcome to enjoy the rooftop pool and sky bar (a €20 fee for non-guests, which includes a towel, drink and sunscreen). Chill out in or by the pool during the day, and stick around for a fun night under the Madrid stars.
Address: Atocha, 49, Centro, 28012 Madrid
Availability: Guests at the hotel / Weekends all for a fee
The name of the hotel gives you the location, but it does not tell you that the infinity pool at Hotel Indigo Madrid - Gran Via is one of the city's absolut coolest rooftop pools. Neither that the hotel is facing west, meaning it is also a fantastic place to mix dips with beautiful sunsets.
The unique and exclusive rooftop pool is set on its own level, so you can really swim with the feeling of just you and the panoramic views of Madrid. Open daily during the summer season (10am-8.30pm), hotel guests can enjoy free towel service and snacks by the rooftop pool.
While outside guests may not swim, everyone can enjoy the view and a mix of Madrid and Mexico at the Terrace of Indigo & Bar.
Dear lord what a view! Wow! This rooftop pool Madrid is not the largest, but it migh very well have the most spectacular view of them all. From the Sky Pool at Dear Hotel you can catch the city with a 360-degree view, and at the same time take a dip in the rooftop pool.
The location of the hotel is downtown and close to Plaza Espana. In between the refreshing plunges you can head over to the panoramic solarium for a tasty cocktail. Or maybe have lunch in the adjacent Nice to meet you Restaurant & Lounge.
The rooftop pool is open from June to September between 12pm to 8pm. And to enjoy it, you have to book your stay at the boutique Dear Hotell, since the pool is exclusive to in-house guests. Anyone can however enjoy the vies and food at Nice to meet you Restaurant & Lounge.
Address: Gran Via, 80, Centro, 28013 Madrid
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
Hours: June-September: 12pm-8pm
Located in the heart of the city, on the famous Gran Via, Hotel Meperador claim to have "the most exclusive terrace in Madrid". And it really is hard to disagree.
The spacious 10th floor terrace does not only offer amazing views over the city and a year-round Sky Bar. Up here you also find a fantastic rooftop swimming pool, which is both Madrid's largest and oldest.
During May to September, the Emperador rooftop turns into a beach club, reminiscent of summers in Ibiza. Probably as close to the beach as you can get in the non-coastal Madrid.
The rooftop pool is free for guests staying at the hotel, but also avilable to the public with different packages. Entry is between €50-63 depending on day (including towels and 1 glass of Moët Ice), or you can buy a 5-day pass for €210. If you are a group of 2-4 people, an even better option might reserving one of the luxurious Balinese Beds (between €170-320).
Enjoy vibes, views, fantastic cocktails and a stunning Madrid rooftop pool.
Address: Gran Vía, 53, Centro, 28013 Madrid
Availability: Free for hotel guests / Fee for outside visitors
Hours: 10am-9pm
Found in the heart of Madrid, just off the buzzing Gran Vía, the Hotel Santo Domingo offers a rooftop oasis with a prime location.
The garden-style and modern terrace comes with lovely views over both Madrid and the hotel's vertical garden, and features a fantastic saltwater rooftop pool, with powerful jets for swimming against the current.
Open daily from June to mid-September, the pool is exclusive to guests staying at the hotel, so it is a relaxing spot to enjoy elevated summer swims in the Madrid sun.
In the evening, the terrace transforms into La Terraza del Santo Domingo, where all can indulge in great vibes, food, cocktails and marvellous Madrid sunset views, year round.
Address: Calle San Bernardo 1, Centro, 28013 Madrid
Availability: Only guests at the hotel
Hours: 11am to 7pm
Located in the Salamanca district, the fabolous and five star BLESS Hotel Madrid also comes with an equally fantastic rooftop pool. This emerald creation is probably the most beautiful rooftop pool Madrid has to offer.
And the pool is not alone, as the rooftop terrace (called Picos Pardos Sky Lounge by Martini) is amazing all around. A natural, stylish and exotic oasis, with grand views over Madrid as a cherry on top.
The rooftop pool is open daily from 10am to 8pm, free for guests staying at the hotel. But also available to the public with a reservation of one of the luxurious Balinese beds.
While the rooftop pool might be the main attraction during daytime, anyone can visit the rooftop bar and terrace for well-made signature cocktails and an exciting food menu, from afternoon and well into the night.
Address: Plaza de Pedro Zerolo, 12, Centro, 28004 Madrid
Availability: Free for hotel guests / Reservation of Balinese bed
Hours: 10am-8pm
Located in the vibrant heart of the Spanish capital, The Madrid EDITION is the city’s first luxury lifestyle urban resort, with a complete one-stop offer that combines gastronomy, cocktails, wellness and design.
Stating at the top, The Madrid EDITION’s Rooftop Terrace and Pool is one of the most impressive rooftops in Madrid, where you can enjoy the Peruvian-isnpired restaurant and cocktail bar Oroya, as well as the largest infinity pool in a luxury hotel in Madrid.
A place to see and be seen, guests in residence can sip refreshing cocktails and snack on small bites from one of the 25 sunbeds and 5 cabanas while soaking up the Mediterranean sun and admiring quintessential views of Madrid’s glorious architecture.
If you would like an even more exclusive rooftop pool experience, The Madrid EDITION also offers two penthouse suites (The Opera & The Madrid), with glorious views and private infinity pools.
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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