Indulge your senses and escape to these hot spring hotels with infinity pools, where the allure of relaxation reaches new heights! Across the globe from Switzerland’s snow-capped peaks to Japan's onsen towns, Iceland’s rugged coastlines, to the tropical cliffs of Bali, a select group of retreats beckon travelers with a promise of rejuvenation and opulence.
At each of these eight establishments, infinity pools become more than just a design feature. They blur the boundary between landscape and luxury, drawing the eye toward mountains, seas, skies, or valleys, blurring the line between the hot water and the horizon.
Immerse yourself in these aquatic wonders as we explore hot spring retreats that redefine indulgence:
1. Hotel Villa Honegg
📍 Switzerland
High above Lake Lucerne, Hotel Villa Honegg is an icon of Alpine luxury. Its famous infinity pool appears to melt into the mountains and clouds, offering jaw-dropping views across the Swiss Alps. Fed by naturally heated water and maintained year-round at a soothing 34°C, the pool is just as inviting in winter snow as it is in summer sunshine. Inside, you’ll find elegant rooms, fine dining, and a private cinema to complete the indulgence.
Why go? To experience Switzerland’s most photographed infinity pool, with Alpine panoramas that feel otherworldly.
- Location: Ennetbürgen, near Lucerne, Switzerland
- Rooms: 23 individually designed rooms & suites
- Pool & Spa: Iconic outdoor infinity pool + luxury spa facilities
- Best time: Winter for snowy contrasts, summer for crisp mountain air
2. Hakone Ginyu
📍Hakone, Japan
Set in the lush foothills of Mt. Fuji, Hakone Ginyu combines the elegance of a traditional ryokan with the indulgence of an infinity onsen. Each suite boasts a private hot spring bath overlooking the mountains and valleys, blurring the line between luxury and nature. The main infinity pool draws from natural onsen waters, and the ryokan’s spa treatments add another layer of relaxation. Japanese kaiseki dining, served in-room, completes the experience.
Why go? For a private onsen stay where every detail is rooted in tradition, elevated by infinity-edge views.
- Location: Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Rooms: Suites with private hot spring baths
- Pool & Spa: Infinity hot spring baths + spa treatments
- Best time: Autumn for fiery foliage, spring for cherry blossoms
3. Sky Lagoon
📍 Iceland
On the edge of Reykjavík, Sky Lagoon has become Iceland’s new must-visit wellness destination. Its dramatic oceanside infinity pool stretches into the Atlantic horizon, where geothermal water keeps bathers warm even as icy winds sweep across the coast. The spa experience is anchored in Icelandic tradition, featuring a seven-step ritual of hot, cold, steam, sauna, and scrub. Sunset sessions are especially magical, with the North Atlantic glowing in shades of orange and pink. While not strictly a hotel, we can recommend some enchanting local hotels, just get in touch!
Why go? To soak in infinity-style thermal waters while gazing into the endless North Atlantic.
- Location: Kársnes Harbour, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Rooms: Day-use experience (no hotel stay)
- Pool & Spa: Infinity lagoon + seven-step spa ritual
- Best time: Year-round; summer for midnight sun, winter for northern lights
- Approx price: From ISK 6,990 per person
4. Setouchi Retreat Aonagi
📍 Matsuyama, Japan
Perched atop a hill overlooking the shimmering islands of the Seto Inland Sea, Setouchi Retreat Aonagi marries minimalist Japanese design with hot spring luxury. Designed by Tadao Ando and once a museum, this boutique hotel of just seven suites features a 30-metre outdoor infinity pool that seems to blend into the sea, alongside a private indoor pool, hot spring jacuzzi, and sauna with garden views. Many suites have their own semi-open-air onsen baths, letting you soak in serene silence as sunrises or sunsets drape the sea in gold.
Why go? For art, architecture, sea views, and a tranquil luxury escape where the infinity pool is more than a view — it’s a feeling.
- Location: Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku, Japan
- Rooms: 7 luxury suites (100–170 m²), some with private or semi-open onsen baths
- Pool & Spa: Outdoor infinity pool + indoor hot spring jacuzzi & sauna
- Best time: Summer for infinity pool access; spring/autumn for mild weather
- Approx price: From ¥120,000+/night including meals
5. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort
📍 Colorado, USA
Tucked into the Rocky Mountains, Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort combines rugged natural beauty with resort comforts. The property’s infinity pool gazes across the Collegiate Peaks, while its collection of hot spring pools — from riverside soaks to spa-like retreats — invite hours of relaxation. Guests can stay in cabins, cliffside rooms, or larger family accommodations, making it an ideal stop for both couples and families.
Why go? For the chance to soak in infinity pools and wild riverside hot springs in one mountain retreat.
- Location: Nathrop, Colorado, USA
- Rooms: Lodge rooms, cliffside suites, and family cabins
- Pool & Spa: Infinity pool + multiple hot spring pools (river & resort style)
- Best time: Winter for snowy hot springs; summer for hiking & rafting nearby
- Approx price: From $250+/night
6. Hot Springs Escape Cottage
📍Bristish Colombia, Canada
For pure seclusion, Hot Springs Escape Cottage offers an entirely private infinity hot spring pool set against a backdrop of forested mountains and glacier-fed lakes. Located in Nakusp, British Columbia, this retreat taps directly into natural mineral waters, flowing into a private infinity-edge soaking pool attached to a luxury cottage. The setting is intimate and exclusive, ideal for couples looking to disconnect from the world and immerse themselves in nature.
Why go? To have an infinity hot spring all to yourself in Canada’s wild mountain landscapes.
- Location: Near Nakusp, British Columbia, Canada
- Rooms: Private cottage with infinity hot spring pool
- Pool & Spa: Private infinity hot spring pool with panoramic mountain views
- Best time: Year-round; fall foliage and snowy winters are particularly magical
7. ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa
📍 Beppu, Japan
Overlooking Beppu Bay, the ANA InterContinental Beppu Resort & Spa is a modern luxury hotel that celebrates Japan’s most famous hot spring town. Its rooftop infinity onsen is one of the few of its kind, pairing natural thermal water with sweeping views of the bay and mountains. Rooms are sleek and modern, many with private open-air baths, while the spa and fine dining add a global touch to traditional Japanese wellness.
Why go? For world-class luxury in the heart of Japan’s onsen capital.
- Location: Beppu, Ōita Prefecture, Kyushu, Japan
- Rooms: 89 rooms and suites, some with private onsen baths
- Pool & Spa: Rooftop infinity hot spring bath + spa, indoor/outdoor pools
- Best time: Autumn/winter for hot spring bathing; spring for cherry blossoms
8. Amankila
📍Karangasem, Bali
High above the black-sand shores of East Bali, Amankila is an elegant escape where cliff-side luxury meets slow tropical rhythm. The resort’s signature feature is its three-tiered infinity pool, cascading over cliffs into views of the Lombok Strait — each pool flowing into the next as though nature itself has sculpted them. Suites are stylized beach houses with thatched roofs, private terraces, and terraces dressed in frangipani and coconut palms. With its private beach club and immersive design rooted in Balinese tradition, Amankila offers an oceanfront infinity experience that is both breathtaking and deeply soothing.
Why go? For sea, cliff, and sky — all in harmony, and a stay that feels suspended between luxury and nature.
- Location: Karangasem Regency, East Bali, Indonesia
- Rooms: 34 luxury suites / beach houses, each with private terraces and ocean views
- Pool & Spa: Cliff-edge three-tiered infinity pool + beach club and resort spa facilities
- Best time: Dry season (April-October) for clear ocean views; quieter ambience during shoulder months
Planning Your Infinity Pool Escape
Whether you dream of snowy Alpine views, tranquil Japanese design, or tropical oceans at sunset, these eight hot spring hotels with infinity pools invite you to soak, float, and lose yourself in landscapes without limits.