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Sometimes a hotel's most breathtaking view—whether it's of breaking surf or glittering skyscrapers—is from the pool. Here are our favorites around the world.
A blush-pink sand spit disappears into the turquoise Indian Ocean, just beyond the rectangular cobalt pool on this remote atoll surrounded by teeming coral reefs. 960/664-1818; www.cocoa-island.como.bz; doubles from $550.
At sunset, position your chaise to face the sizzling Miami skyline and ask the pool butler to bring you a Mandarin martini and spicy Peruvian grouper ceviche from the Oasis bar. 305/913-8288; www.mandarinoriental.com; doubles from $415.
Heed the siren call of la dolce vita by sunbathing beside this spellbinding cliff-side infinity pool overlooking the rugged Amalfi Coast and the azure Mediterranean. 39-089/858-801; www.hotelcaruso.com; doubles from $861.
With Mount Fuji looming in the distance, practice your backstroke in this 65-foot-long pool encased in a stunning sky-high glass pyramid. 81-3/5322-1234; park.hyatt.com; doubles from $405.
Sip mint-infused mojitos next to a natural rock formation where seawater cascades into a salty pool at the edge of the Pacific surf. 52-755/555-7000; www.lacasaquecanta.com; doubles from $415.
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