8 gorgeous rooftop pools in Miami you can actually get into

Located on the banks of the Miami River, in the midst of the city’s banking district, the EPIC Miami is a popular choice for financial wheelers and dealers. Up on the roof, find two sparkling pools with plenty of space to lounge and immaculate views of Downtown's waterfront skyline. Day passes offer lounge chairs on a first-come, first-served basis, but private cabanas for you and your pals are also a good value. Either way, enjoy poolside service from the hotel's rooftop restaurant, Area 31, and live DJs lighting up the deck on Saturdays. Starting at $40 per person via Resort Pass

Wynwood’s first-ever hotel is just as artsy and hip as the neighborhood itself. The colorful, experience-driven hotspot boasts a 76-foot-long heated rooftop pool lined with loungers and private cabanas, where you’ll often find DJs providing the soundtrack as the sun sets. The full-service pool bar serves up classic snacks, too, like chips and guac, but if you’ve had your fill of sunshine and want to see what else the Arlo has to offer, head a couple of levels down to Higher Ground, a lush, elevated cocktail bar helmed by the award-winning Bar Lab team. Starting at $40 per adult via Resort Pass

This South Beach hotel is a perfectly pretty example of Art Deco buildings in Miami. Don’t let its historic charm fool you, though. The Gabriel delivers all the amenities you’d expect from a modern boutique property, including two heated outdoor pools. The real showstopper is the glass-bottom pool, situated six stories above the hotel’s open atrium. Spend the day admiring views of the Atlantic, sipping cocktails and grazing on bites from the hotel’s chic Mediterranean restaurant, Meet Dalia. Starting at $55 per person via Resort Pass

This 11th-floor cocktail bar on the rooftop of the citizenM Miami Worldcenter Hotel comes courtesy of Freehold Hospitality. That’s the same team behind the hip Freehold Miami in Wynwood, and the original Freehold bar and cafe in Brooklyn, NY. Similar to those spots, Night Swim gives off a laidback, unpretentious vibe despite being one of the coolest new bars in town—with excellent cocktails very good happy hours and arguably the best rooftop view around.

True to its name, the bar is centered around citizenM’s candy-striped pool, and while you technically can’t swim at night, a $25 weekday pool pass includes a cooler setup and 25% off food and drinks from noon to 4pm. Beyond the unobstructed views of Downtown and Biscayne Bay, enjoy happy hour every day from 4 to 7pm. On Fridays and Saturdays, chill, lounge and dance as the sunsets to the beats of a live DJ from 7 to 11pm.

Amenities at this New York Times-approved hotel and cultural hub in Coral Gables include a sun-filled rooftop pool with tropical treetop views and a stocked poolside bar ideal for soaking up the Miami sun. While you’re there, be sure to experience a meal from Mamey, featured on our lists of Miami’s best restaurants. For a poolside escape, the hotel offers day passes on Day Use to book a room for a portion of the day. Frolic poolside, then head back to your own room to freshen up for the night. Starting at $159 for two people

This recently remodeled historic enclave in Coconut Grove provides a more serene option for lounging poolside. The rooftop pool is an ideal perch to take in the hotel's iconic architecture and the neighborhood's leafy skyline, complete with views of shimmering Biscayne Bay. Like the other spots on this list, Mayfair House boasts a heated pool, shaded daybeds and towel service. An added bonus is poolside service from the SipSip rooftop Calypso Rum Bar, helmed by the acclaimed Lost Boy & Co. team. Highlights from the menu include potent cocktails like the frozen Blue Hawaiian, large format punches and classic snacks like conch fritters and smoked fish dip. Starting at $40 per person via Resort Pass

Those who visit the heated rooftop pool at the Kimpton Angler's Hotel South Beach rave about the clean, modern facilities and friendly service. If you opt for a private, shaded cabana, expect your digs to come with prosecco, a fruit and cheese spread and free water bottles—plus unlimited pool towels and gorgeous views of the surrounding Art Deco District and the Atlantic Ccean. Hungry for more? Stop by Always June, the rooftop’s expansive bar serving up classic and frozen cocktails, craft beers and crisp wines plus refreshing poolside snacks like shrimp ceviche, blue crab salad and a Peruvian chicken sandwich. Starting at $39 per person via Resort Pass

The SLS Brickell is tough to miss. With its massive and colorful drip mural along its side, the glamorous hotel stands out even among the skyscrapers of Brickell. Upstairs is the Altitude pool deck, with two pools and bumping parties on the weekends. Keeping to its luxe vibe, the SLS Brickell also offers a full-service spa with hot and cold plunges, poolside service and shaded cabanas for lounging, sipping and living the high life from day to night. Starting at $50 per person via Resort Pass