You can’t fathom how large this pool is until you experience it. As with any public pool, make sure you bring a lock, wear appropriate suits and follow all the rules.
Free, Clean and Totally Awesome! Still a secret after all these years – come at the right time and almost the entire pool could be all just for you.
The outdoor pool is extremely busy during the summertime – if you’re lucky enough to score a chair, guard it with your life. Otherwise, enjoy the shallow and clean pool.
The pool has amazing views of the city – it’s located in the penthouse – and it’s open year round. Non-guests/Members can purchase a day pass for $50.
Membership to this center (and all others) is $150 a year. You’ll get access to the clean and slightly chilly pool. Beware of the mandatory showers, they’re cold too!
All you can bring to the pool is a towel and a book – what more do you need to enjoy this massive and clean pool. Oh yeah, don’t forget your lock and if need be, a white t-shirt.
Sign up for a summer membership to get access to their amazing pool (with a retractable roof) and everything else this attitude-free gym offers.
To access the pool, you could splurge and spend a night here. Then you could go for a swim and take in the spectacular views over the Hudson River.
An infinity pool in Manhattan? That’s what members will enjoy – along with impeccable service, comfortable lounge chairs and awesome views.
They have the same rules as other city pools, but are much more strict – down to the BRAND of lock you use. However, there’s plenty of room for everyone to enjoy.
The pool gets overly crowded because it’s not that big. However, it is clean, not overly chlorinated and has great lap hours.
It’s either because of the wide lanes, the clean water or the glorious views of the Hudson, but this is the best lap pool in NYC. $50 day pass for non-members.
The swim up bar is fun and different but the mandatory coat check, random cover charges, sky-high drink prices and changing in the bathroom makes the pool lose its allure.
During the summer, use of the outdoor pools is free. To use the indoor pool, you need a membership. Everything is clean, relaxing, spacious and modern.
Follow them on Facebook and then attend one of their many weekly pool parties during the summer to enjoy their fabulous Andy Warhol pool.
While it’s one of the best pools in the city, it’s generally overcrowded and not great for a serious workout. Day passes are $25.
This massive sports complex has seen it’s ups and downs, but nothing can compare to a 7:30am swim in the outdoor lap pool for only $3 – evening sessions require the $30/month membership.
