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Istanbul’s best pools

When the heat is unbearable which pools in the city should be the first ones you choose? The list of Istanbul’s best pools is ready to help you pick…

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Time Out Istanbul editors
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As summer approaches our soul heats up. While planning a vacation full of sea, sun, and sand is great for some, it is torture for those who have to spend their whole summer working in the city. If you don’t have the time to head to the beach this summer, enjoy Istanbul’s best pools. 

İstanbul’s Best Pools

Conrad İstanbul Bosphorus Hotel
  • Hotels
  • Beşiktaş
Enjoy a pool among greenery without departing from the city center at the Conrad Hotel. In addition to the pool you can also take advantage of the health club and massage services. Or you can relax on the city’s first clay tennis court.
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Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul
  • Hotels
  • Beşiktaş

Çırağan’s pool is one of the city’s pools that has the most beautiful vistas, giving you the feeling that you are swimming in the Boshporus. With the waters of the Bosphorus and Anatolian side of the city before you and the historical Çırağan Palace to your left, this is a truly dazzling environment. There is also a children’s pool for younger guests.   

Çınar Hotel
  • Hotels
  • Bakırköy
Swimming in filtered seawater means being free of chlorine and germs. With a depth of 2.5 meters this Olympic-sized pool is big enough for anyone. 
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Grand Hyatt Istanbul
  • Hotels
  • Harbiye

Despite its location in the city center the Grand Hyatt pool, surrounded by greenery, will make you feel like you’re at a summer resort. The wall next to the pool is also covered with greenery so you feel like you’re in an oasis among Taksim’s gray skies. The best way to gain back those calories you burn in the pool is by enjoying the poolside restaurant Gazebo’s pizzas that are prepared in a special Italian oven. 

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Hilton İstanbul Bosphorus Hotel
  • Hotels
  • Harbiye
Hilton İstanbul Bosphorus is one of the first places in the city where people enjoyed hanging out poolside. The first love of Istanbul’s elite, this pool is still preferred not just because of nostalgia. It retains its popularity due to its size and the fact that use of the sauna, steam bath, Turkish bath, and gym are all included in the entry fee.
Hillside City Club Etiler
  • Sport and fitness
  • Etiler

With three different locations in Istanbul, Hillside City Club’s pools are the ideal place to cool off from the heat in a boutique and vibrant environment. Moreover they have a surprise for Etiler members, free entrance to Suada Club. 

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Jatomi Akasya
  • Sport and fitness
  • Üsküdar

Sports clubs have added pools that embrace those who take a break from working out in the summer months.  One of these sports clubs is Jatomi Akasya. 

Moda Deniz Kulübü
  • Sport and fitness
  • Moda

Next up is a venue that will have you wondering why you’re not already a member. Moda Deniz Kulübü is ideal for those who want to enjoy an established and prominent venue.   

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