12 Best Hotel Pools in NYC, According to Our New York–Based Editors | Condé Nast Traveler

"Plush loungers, white‑curtained cabanas, and a deep poolside menu set a high‑style yet laid‑back tone. I could order ceviche or a fresh Maine lobster roll from my chair, sip something tropical from the dedicated pool bar, and rely on thoughtful touches like complimentary towels, Wi‑Fi, and an upper terrace with the Water Tower Bar (Sunday DJ parties run late). Thanks to those Sunday parties, afternoons can get rowdy with a younger crowd; for tranquility, I go early or choose a Saturday. Early weekend mornings bring couples and younger kids splashing, and locals can even “Work From Rooftop.” With high demand—especially on weekends—reservations start around $180 and book up fast, though the rooftop bar area remains free to access." - Jessica Chapel