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Image: Richmonde Hotel Iloilo
The classic hotels in Iloilo City have swimming pools to relax in after a tiresome tour in the City of Love. Tourists and locals love to dip in pools amid the busy city traffic. Most of the newest hotels in Iloilo have fantastic indoor and outdoor pools that kids and adults will truly enjoy. Below are the hotel pools in Iloilo where you can enjoy yourself, your family as a group, or even alone.
1. Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
Location: H. Montinola corner Muelle Loney St., Iloilo City
Contact Number: 0998 5848081
Swimming is more enjoyable with this view.
Image: Grand Xing Imperial Hotel
The outdoor infinity pool at Grand Xing Imperial is one of Iloilo’s best swimming pools, providing the pool-goers a scenic view of the Iloilo River. The infinity pool is the star attraction of the 184-room hotel located in the downtown area of Iloilo City. There are spaces allocated for kids as well. Aside from swimming, adults may also enjoy the pool bar managed by Flames Cafe. Those checked in at Grand Xing Imperial Hotel may avail free pool use.
2. Richmonde Hotel Iloilo
Location: Iloilo Business Park, Mandurriao, Iloilo City
Contact Number: 033 328 7888
Dip where serenity meets luxury at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo
Image: Richmonde Hotel Iloilo
Iloilo City also prides itself on another outdoor pool found at Richmonde Hotel Iloilo. This relaxing hotel in Iloilo City is located at the heart of Iloilo Business, the information technology hub of Iloilo. The pool features a built-in jacuzzi for tourists to relax in. Lounge chairs are also available for client use. A minibar is also available for those who wish to have some drinks while swimming around.
The pool is on the seventh floor of the hotel. It is convenient to swim here, especially when attending an event at the Iloilo Convention Center. It operates from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM except during cold weather conditions.
3. MO2 Westown Hotel – El Dorado Waterpark
Location: Smallville Complex, Mandurriao, Iloilo City
Contact Numbers: 0917 6555538 / 0919 9935474
MO2 Westown Hotel outdoor swimming pool
Image: MO2 Westown Hotel-Iloilo
Is your plan to party after swimming? The best option for you is to stay within Smallville Complex. MO2 Westown Hotel is located within the party district. The Latin American-inspired swimming pool, El Dorado Waterpark, is surrounded by a few rooms where you can have your accommodation. Those who have room reservations may avail of the free use of the facility. The pool is located in the MO2 compound, where you can also find Ice, Aquarium, and Annex.
4. Hotel Del Rio
Location: Molo, Iloilo City
Contact Numbers: 0969 0427398 / 0998 9568500 / 0917 6548881
Hotel Del Rio facade and driveway
Image: Hotel Del Rio
Are you looking for a spot to have your staycation in Iloilo? Hotel Del Rio is for you! This Iloilo City’s 3-star and classic accommodation hotel has long been of service to Ilonggos and tourists. The hotel features an outdoor pool that views the Iloilo River and the famous Iloilo Esplanade. While enjoying the view and the dip, guests may enjoy the good-tasting food prepared by Cafe del Prado. It is very accessible to tourists and locals.
5. The Mansion (formerly Sarabia Manor Hotel)
Location: General Luna Street, Iloilo City
Feeding the soul and feeding the body at The Pool Club
Image: The Mansion
One of Iloilo’s biggest hotel swimming pools is found at The Mansion. The outdoor Olympic-size swimming pool is nestled in the 1.5-hectare property of The Mansion, formerly known as the Sarabia Manor Hotel. It is not only the pool that tourists must look into when choosing The Mansion but the affordability of its rooms and venues. The Pool Club at The Mansion is ideal for family and friends who wish to spend the weekend and vacation in Iloilo City.
February 2022 Update: The Mansion still hasn’t announced its reopening. Follow them on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/TheMansionIloilo/, to be the first to know when they resume operations!
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This article was originally published in Yoorekka on June 08, 2018.
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