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Top 10 hotel pool swim-up bars Who doesn't like to get their drink on while taking a dip? It's both the ultimate cool down and the possibly best way to spice up a relaxing vacation. And with summer staunchly upon us here in NYC, we're craving some refreshing fun in the sun, so we've picked our favorite places to liquor up all from the cool comforts of hotels' pools. So get your blender and piña colada mix ready -- you'll be thirsting for a fruity cocktail after browsing these bomb hotel pool bars. The Watering Hole: Catalonia Bavaro Beach, All Inclusive--Punta Cana, Domincan Republic Pool Bar at the Catalonia Bavaro Beach You can almost imagine you're on the set of the movie "Cocktail" at Catalonia Bavaro Beach's swim- up bar, where the bartenders are quite entertaining. This laid back property comes with lots of awesome amenities, including a gorgeous beach, golf course, and room balconies that feature private hammocks.

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Page 1: Top 10 hotel pool swim-up bars

Top 10 hotel pool swim-up bars

Who doesn't like to get their drink on while taking a dip? It's both the ultimate cool down and thepossibly best way to spice up a relaxing vacation. And with summer staunchly upon us here in NYC,we're craving some refreshing fun in the sun, so we've picked our favorite places to liquor up allfrom the cool comforts of hotels' pools. So get your blender and piña colada mix ready -- you'll bethirsting for a fruity cocktail after browsing these bomb hotel pool bars.

The Watering Hole: Catalonia Bavaro Beach, All Inclusive--Punta Cana, Domincan Republic

Pool Bar at the Catalonia Bavaro Beach

You can almost imagine you're on the set of the movie "Cocktail" at Catalonia Bavaro Beach's swim-up bar, where the bartenders are quite entertaining. This laid back property comes with lots ofawesome amenities, including a gorgeous beach, golf course, and room balconies that featureprivate hammocks.

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The Watering Hole: Room Mate Grace--New York City

The Pool at the Room Mate Grace

Featuring the only swim-up bar in all of New York City, this lobby pool at Room Mate Grace is afunky Times Square destination. Every Wednesday, the hotel hosts Drip, a gay pool party, that packsthe small indoor area and provides a raucous good time smack dack in the middle of the city.

The Watering Hole: Hotel Punta Islita-- Costa Rica

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The Infinity Pool at the Hotel Punta Islita

With well-stocked swim-up bars at both its beach pool and this stunning infinity pool, the HotelPunta Islita is a fabulous ultra-remote, rustic-luxe hideaway in Costa Rica's Guancaste area.

The Watering Hole: The Westin Resort & Spa--Â Los Cabos

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The Pool with Swim-Up Bar at The Westin Resort & Spa, Los Cabos

Seven beautiful infinity pools, a private beach, and gorgeous desert coastline locale make TheWestin a romantic choice for couples. This swim-up bar overlooks all the action from its primebeach-side location.

The Watering Hole: Riu Ocho Rios, All Inclusive Jamaica

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Rastafari Swim-Up Bar at the Riu Ocho Rios, All-Inclusive

Techno music, throngs of young folks and beer pong dominate this swim-up bar, which becomes aparty-goer's, and possibly a fraternity's, home away from home at Jamaica's Riu Ocho Rios. SpringBreak tends to be especially crazy, but this party spot is bustling all year long.

The Watering Hole: Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas

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Beachside Pool at the Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas

Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas is a 343-room all-inclusive hotel, situated in a pyramid-style buildingwith three pools, a mega-Jacuzzi, and a swim-up bar along the Nichupte Lagoon's expansive beach.

The Watering Hole:ClubHotel Riu Negril--Jamaica

The Outdoor Pool at the ClubHotel Riu Negril

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An excellent value resort, ClubHotel Riu Negril offers a mellow beach, free minibars, and asurprisingly solid buffet, not to mention its relaxed, but always crowded, swim-up bar at the mainpool.

The Watering Hole:Dreams La Romana--Domincan Republic

Manatees Swim-Up Bar at the Dreams La Romana

Reopened in 2008, Dreams La Romana is an immaculate megaresort featuring beautiful rooms, anexcellent kids' club, some of the Dominican Republic's best all-inclusive food, and a great cocktailmenu with name-brand liquor...which you can even enjoy while taking a dip.

The Watering Hole: Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino

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Balashi Bar & Grill at the Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort and Casino

Taking the swim-up bar to a whole new level, the Hyatt Regency Aruba also serves food from theBalashi Bar and Grill to swimmers/diners when the urge to eat sets in. Sandwiches, salads, wings,and calamari can all be enjoyed in between laps or simply splashing around.

The Watering Hole: Bel Air Collection Resort and Spa--Cancun

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Pool at the Bel Air Collection Resort & Spa

Overlooking a stunning beach by the southern tip of the Hotel Zone, this adults-only property oozestranquility. The Bel Air Collection has 155 chic, minimalist rooms, trendy common areas, awonderful spa, and a gorgeous infinity pool with ocean views and a well stocked bar.

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