Looking to make a splash in the Mile High City? With 300 days of sunshine a year and prime rooftop weather from summer to fall, Denver is basically made for rooftop pools — and several hotels in downtown and Cherry Creek have delivered. Whether you’re craving skyline views with your soak or just want to lounge poolside with a drink in hand, these hotels bring serious vacation energy.
While pool access is typically reserved for overnight guests, many rooftop bars and seasonal events like yoga classes and weekend DJs are open to the public. Check out these standout spots.
Downtown Denver Hotels with Rooftop Pools
The Rally Hotel at McGregor
The baseball-themed Rally Hotel — located at McGregor Square, just steps from Coors Field (home of MLB’s Colorado Rockies) — pairs upscale comfort with playful amenities such as board game rentals and a social hour with ice cream floats. The Skybridge Rooftop Deck & Plunge Pool offer sweeping views of the stadium and skyline, perfect for pre-game lounging or post-game unwinding.
Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
Fresh off a stylish renovation, the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel blends modern design with Mile High charm right along the 16th Street pedestrian promenade. The property has one of the only rooftop heated pools open year-round (weather permitting). Belly up to the pool bar for an Aperol Spritz or frozen margarita.
Warwick Denver
The rooftop pool at the Warwick, also heated year-round, is an oasis amid the buzz of downtown. Relax in an umbrella-shaded sun lounger and snack on Neapolitan-style pizzas from the hotel’s on-site Gattara restaurant.
The Westin Denver Downtown
Perched on the fourth floor, the rooftop pool at the Westin serves up panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and the cityscape. Lounge in the sun, dip into the refreshing water and order room service straight to your pool chair. Cocktails, snacks and hearty entrées are available from morning to night.
Sonesta Denver Downtown
Soak up the sun and sweeping 360-degree views of downtown and the Front Range from the rooftop at Sonesta Denver Downtown, which has a seasonal outdoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs and skyline backdrops. It’s ideal for a mid-day swim or golden hour dip.
Four Seasons Hotel Denver
The third-floor terrace at the luxury Four Seasons Hotel Denver features a beautifully tiled pool surrounded by expertly landscaped greenery. Unwind in a plush lounge chair with a glass of Champagne from the pool bar. Bonus: Travelers who purchase spa treatments also have access to the pool, where the Four Seasons also hosts many events throughout the summer season.
RiNo Hotels with Rooftop Pools
The Source Hotel
The rooftop pool at the Source Hotel may be modest in size, but the views and vibe are anything but. Set against Denver’s industrial-chic River North Art District, the intimate spot is a favorite for lounging on sunny afternoons above the bustle of the neighborhood.
Catbird Hotel
With a bold, playful vibe that fits right into RiNo’s creative energy, the Catbird Hotel is far from your typical stay. The rooftop is a scene all its own — featuring a plunge pool, hot tub, fire pits, Rook bar and a rotating lineup of events like Scrabble tournaments.
Cherry Creek Hotels with Rooftop Pools
The Jacquard Hotel & Rooftop
The 75-foot rooftop lap pool at the Jacquard Hotel is perfect for a refreshing dip or lazy afternoon lounging in a private cabana. While the pool is reserved for hotel guests, Kisbee on the Roof is open to all for well-shaken cocktails, light bites and golden hour hangs.
Halcyon, a Hotel in Cherry Creek
The rooftop pool deck at Halcyon, a Hotel in Cherry Creek, feels part cantina, part urban hangout, and part luxe escape. Hotel guests can reserve private cabanas or stretch out on community loungers, while the adjacent Rare Bird bar is known for serving delicious wood-fired pizzas and creative, avian-themed cocktails like the pistachio-infused Silly Goose.
Clayton Members Hotel & Members Club
Stylish and members-club cool, this property brings a design-forward edge to Cherry Creek. Hotel guests get access to the exclusive rooftop pool, a buzzy, sun-soaked hangout with cabanas, craft cocktails and weekend DJs that bring the energy up a notch. Inside, expect chic rooms, curated art and access to sleek shared spaces that feel more like a private club than a traditional hotel.
Denver Hotels with Rooftop Bars
If you’re simply seeking a rooftop hotel bar with a stellar view, the Mile High City has plenty of those, too.
The Ramble Hotel
For a date night-worthy outing, spend the evening at the greenery-bedecked rooftop garden at the Ramble Hotel in RiNo. During the summer months, the open-air space offers tropical-forward libations alongside a menu of seasonal snacks.
Le Méridien Denver Downtown
54thirty, on the 20th floor of the hotel, is the highest rooftop bar in the city at 5,430 feet above sea level. It’s a coveted destination for socializing, sipping and stargazing.
The Art Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton
The terrace at Fire Restaurant and Lounge — furnished with a bronze fireplace centerpiece — offers seasonal fare and art-themed cocktails like the bubbly and sparkly Starry Night.
Thompson Denver, by Hyatt
Inspired by the mischievous Reynard the Fox, Reynard Social is an alpine-chic, indoor‑outdoor lounge slinging elevated cocktails and small plates in a comtemporary mountain‑lodge setting equipped with leather couches.
Populus Denver
Tucked inside Populus’ eye-catching aspen tree-inspired building, Stellar Jay delivers a rooftop dining experience in a nature-themed space. The menu delivers shared plates cooked over an open flame and a tight selection of signature cocktails.
Lead photo: The Halcyon, a Hotel in Cherry Creek.