Resort pools are beautiful from your balcony, but actually reaching them can be a chore—robe on, flip-flops on, down the elevator, and through the lobby just to take a quick dip. The return trip is even worse when you’re wet, cold, and desperate for a hot shower. That’s why the new standard of luxury is simple: being able to slip straight from your Egyptian-cotton sheets into the water.
We’ve curated the best swim-up suites for every type of traveler, outlining exactly which room category to book to guarantee true swim-up access, what kind of pool you’ll be stepping into, and how much privacy you can expect—because a swim-up suite is all fun and games until someone’s floating past your door while you’re mid-outfit change.
| Resort | Swim-Up / Swim-Out Suites | Privacy Level | Best For |
| Zoëtry Montego Bay, Jamaica | Junior Suite Swim Out Ocean View with Soaking Tub, Junior Suite Swim Out Ocean View, Junior Suite Swim Out Tropical View | Semi-private lagoon | Couples |
| Rosewood Mayakoba, Mexico | Beachside Lagoon View Suite, Ocean Front Lagoon View Suite, Lagoon View Suite with Plunge Pool | Private plunge pool | Couples |
| Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica | Beachfront Swim-up Millionaire Butler Suite, Oceanfront Swim-up Butler Suite, Garden-view Swim-up Luxury Junior Suite | Private plunge pool / Semi-private lagoon | Couples |
| Sandals Negril, Jamaica | Swim Up Crystal Lagoon Beachfront Butler Suite, Sundowner Swim-up Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Suite, Bamboo Grove One-bedroom Swim-up Club Suite | Semi-private lagoon | Couples |
| Sandals South Coast, Jamaica | South Seas Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite, Starlight Beachfront One-Bedroom Swim-Up Butler Suite, Plunge Pool Beachfront Suite | Private plunge pool | Couples |
| Secrets Wild Orchid, Montego Bay, Jamaica | Preferred Club Swim-Out Junior Suite Ocean View, Preferred Club Swim-Out Junior Suite Beachfront, Preferred Club Swim-Out Master Suite | Semi-private pool | Couples |
| Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico | Junior Swim-Up Suite Ocean View, Master Swim-Up Suite Ocean View, Master Swim-Up Suite Tropical View | Semi-private pool | Couples |
| Jade Mountain Resort, St. Lucia | Sky Jacuzzi Infinity Pool Suite, Star Pool Infinity Pool Suite, Galaxy Infinity Pool Suite | Private infinity pool | Couples |
| Finest Playa Mujeres, Mexico | Family Suite with Private Pool, Two-Bedroom Family Swim-Up Suite, Grand Family Swim-Out Suite | Private plunge pool | Families/Groups |
| Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, Mexico | Grand Class Suite, Two-Bedroom Swim-Up Suite, Family Swim-Out Suite | Private plunge pool | Families/Groups |
| Royalton Negril Resort & Spa, Jamaica | Swim-Out Junior Suite, Two-Bedroom Swim-Out Suite, Family Swim-Up Suite | Semi-private pool | Families/Groups |
| Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, Jamaica | Swim-Out Master King Suite, Swim-Out Family Suite, Swim-Out Ocean View Suite | Semi-private lagoon | Families/Groups |
| Royalton Blue Waters, Jamaica | Swim-Out Junior Suite, Family Swim-Up Suite, Two-Bedroom Swim-Out Suite | Semi-private pool | Families/Groups |
| Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa, Mexico | Junior Swim-Up Suite Ocean View, Master Swim-Up Suite Ocean View, Family Swim-Up Suite | Semi-private pool | Families/Groups |
Best Swim-Up Suites for Couples
Zoëtry Montego Bay, Jamaica
While the swim-out pools at Zoëtry Montego Bay are technically shared, they still feel surprisingly private. Each swim-out pool connects to a larger main pool that winds like a lazy river right past the terrace, making it feel like your own secluded lagoon. Because the resort is small and boutique, you rarely see more than a handful of other guests floating by. The terrace is slightly set back, giving just enough buffer so you can sip a cocktail without feeling watched.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Junior Suite Swim Out Ocean View with Soaking Tub
- Junior Suite Swim Out Ocean View
- Junior Suite Swim Out Tropical View
Rosewood Mayakoba, Mexico
Every suite at Rosewood Mayakoba has some form of water access, but the Beachside Lagoon View Suite is the crown jewel. Its private deck stretches over a calm lagoon, with a substantial plunge pool perfect for two. Mangroves surround the terrace, keeping you hidden from wandering eyes and adding a true sense of tropical serenity.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Beachside Lagoon View Suite
- Ocean Front Lagoon View Suite
- Lagoon View Suite with Plunge Pool
Sandals Montego Bay, Jamaica
Sandals Montego Bay is a honeymooner’s dream for those who’d rather never leave their suite. The Beachfront Swim-up Millionaire Butler Suite features retractable glass walls, letting you step straight from your bedroom into the pool, or to close off the outside world when you want privacy. Your private patio comes complete with in-pool loungers and a wet bar, so you can float, relax, and sip a cocktail without ever leaving your own slice of paradise.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Beachfront Swim-up Millionaire Butler Suite: Private plunge pool
- Oceanfront Swim-up Butler Suite: Semi-private lagoon
- Garden-view Swim-up Luxury Junior Suite: Semi-private lagoon
Sandals Negril, Jamaica
Sandals Negril has a few varieties of swim-up suites, but the Swim Up Crystal Lagoon Beachfront Butler Suite is a showstopper. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open onto a private patio where you can step directly into your personal in-pool lounger.
The suite feels perfectly secluded, but when you’re ready to return to society, plenty of bars, beaches, and dining are just outside the door.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Swim Up Crystal Lagoon Beachfront Butler Suite — Semi-private lagoon
- Sundowner Swim-up Beachfront One Bedroom Butler Suite — Semi-private lagoon
- Bamboo Grove One-bedroom Swim-up Club Suite — Semi-private lagoon
Sandals South Coast, Jamaica
For a splurge-worthy occasion, treat yourself to one of the South Seas Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suites at Sandals South Coast in Jamaica. Here, you can step out of your circular villa straight into your private lagoon-style pool any time of day or night. Inside, king-size beds, a marble bathroom with a soaking tub, and a fully stocked wet bar add to the luxury feel.
Prefer to be steps from the sand? The beachfront swim-up suites let you rotate between the ocean and your private pool.
- South Seas Swim-Up Rondoval Butler Suite
- Starlight Beachfront One-Bedroom Swim-Up Butler Suite
- Plunge Pool Beachfront Suite — Private plunge pool
Secrets Wild Orchid, Montego Bay, Jamaica
Editor’s Note: Secrets Wild Orchid is currently temporarily closed due to the impact of Hurricane Melissa and is expected to reopen February 1, 2026.
Secrets Wild Orchid is an adults-only resort with plenty of swim-out suites to choose from. The Preferred Club Swim-Out Suites put you at the water’s edge. Your private patio opens onto the pool, complete with in-water loungers perfect for sipping a cocktail while cooling off. Inside, king-size beds, a marble bathroom with walk-in shower, and a fully stocked minibar await when you’re ready to get out of the pool.
As a Preferred Club guest, you also get upgraded bath amenities, priority reservations, and access to the exclusive lounge for breakfast and evening cocktails. You’re close enough to the main pool to watch the action, but your suite still feels like a private retreat.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Preferred Club Swim-Out Junior Suite Ocean View
- Preferred Club Swim-Out Junior Suite Beachfront
- Preferred Club Swim-Out Master Suite
Excellence Playa Mujeres, Mexico
At Excellence Playa Mujeres, the swim-up suites put you just steps from the water. Your terrace opens onto an infinity-edge pool, where in-water loungers make it easy to relax. The suites feature king-size beds, spacious bathrooms with walk-in showers, and furnished terraces that feel like a private retreat.
Most swim-up rooms are positioned to limit foot traffic, so you can enjoy your own stretch of pool while still being close enough to the main resort amenities—restaurants, bars, and beachfront lounges—when you want to join the scene.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Junior Swim-Up Suite Ocean View
- Master Swim-Up Suite Ocean View
- Master Swim-Up Suite Tropical View — Semi-private pool
Jade Mountain Resort, St. Lucia
At Jade Mountain Resort, the rooms are more like private sanctuaries than traditional suites. Each sanctuary opens almost entirely to the elements, with one wall completely removed, so you can feel like you’re sleeping in nature (without all the downsides of camping.)
From your private pool, you have uninterrupted views of St. Lucia’s iconic Pitons and the Caribbean Sea beyond. Inside the suite, spacious bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms, and curated furnishings ensure comfort without closing you off from the breathtaking surroundings.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Sky Jacuzzi Infinity Pool Suite
- Star Pool Infinity Pool Suite
- Galaxy Infinity Pool Suite
Best Swim-Up Suites for Families or Groups
Finest Playa Mujeres, Mexico
The Family Suites with Private Pools at Finest Playa Mujeres give parents a private space to keep kids close while still enjoying the resort. Each suite features a terrace with a small, private pool where children can splash safely, just steps from the resort’s main pools, restaurants, and activities.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Family Suite with Private Pool
- Two-Bedroom Family Swim-Up Suite
- Grand Family Swim-Out Suite
Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
The Grand Class Suite at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit is built for groups who want space, privacy, and luxury. Each suite features a private terrace with a plunge pool, ideal for lounging or enjoying drinks together in the water. Inside, the suite offers a separate bedroom or two, a living area with a sofa bed, and a marble bathroom with double vanities and a rain shower, giving everyone room to spread out.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Grand Class Suite
- Two-Bedroom Swim-Up Suite
- Family Swim-Out Suite
Royalton Negril Resort & Spa, Jamaica
The Swim-Out Suites at Royalton Negril Resort & Spa give groups direct access to a semi-private pool from your terrace. Each suite includes king beds, a sofa bed, modern bathrooms, and a furnished patio, providing space for everyone to relax.
The resort itself offers a main infinity pool, a lazy river, swim-up bars, and direct access to Negril’s famous 7-mile beach, with loungers and cabanas along the sand. Guests can choose from a range of on-site dining options (including Caribbean, Mexican, and Italian cuisine) enjoy nightly live entertainment, or visit the full-service spa without leaving the property.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Swim-Out Junior Suite
- Two-Bedroom Swim-Out Suite
- Family Swim-Up Suite
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, Jamaica
The Swim-Out Suites at Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall put you steps from the water with direct access to either a lagoon-style pool or a shared pool area. Each suite comes with a furnished terrace, king or double beds, and a spacious bathroom. Beyond the pool, the resort offers a variety of restaurants, including a teppanyaki grill and a Caribbean seafood spot, multiple swim-up bars, and a stretch of white-sand beach with cabanas and water sports equipment. Evening entertainment ranges from live music and poolside shows to themed dinners, giving your group plenty to do without ever leaving the property.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Swim-Out Master King Suite
- Swim-Out Family Suite
- Swim-Out Ocean View Suite
Royalton Blue Waters, Jamaica
The Swim-Out Rooms at Royalton Blue Waters are designed for families or groups who want easy pool access without sacrificing privacy. Each room opens onto a semi-private pool terrace where guests can lounge or take a dip, while the interior includes king or double beds, a sofa bed, and modern bathrooms. The resort itself features multiple main pools, a lazy river, swim-up bars, and direct access to Montego Bay’s white-sand beach, plus a variety of dining options ranging from Caribbean and Mexican to Italian cuisine. Evening entertainment, a full-service spa, and water sports ensure there’s something for everyone, whether you want to relax or stay active.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Swim-Out Junior Suite
- Family Swim-Up Suite
- Two-Bedroom Swim-Out Suite
Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa, Mexico
At Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa, the Swim-Up Suites give guests direct access to semi-private pools right from their terrace. Many suites feature in-water loungers and shaded patios that are perfect for a mid-day siesta.
Inside, the rooms offer king or double beds, a sofa bed, modern bathrooms with walk-in showers, and minibars, making it easy for groups or families to stay comfortable. The suites are close to the resort’s main infinity pools, beachfront, multiple swim-up bars, and restaurants serving Mexican, Italian, and international cuisine.
Swim-up suites are available in the following categories:
- Junior Swim-Up Suite Ocean View
- Master Swim-Up Suite Ocean View
- Family Swim-Up Suite
Tips for Booking a Swim Up Suite
- Read recent guest reviews (especially those with photos). Guests are brutally honest about shade, noise, privacy, water temperature, and whether the “direct access” is truly direct.
- Check traveler-uploaded photos on Google, TripAdvisor, and Instagram location tags. These usually reveal things marketing photos hide, like how far your terrace really is from the pool or whether the view is blocked.
- Look for sun exposure details. North-facing swim-ups can be chilly; south-facing ones get the best light.
- Check the room’s position on the resort map. Suites near the pool bar or main swim channels are livelier (and louder); those at the far ends are quieter and more private.
- Ask for corner or end-unit swim-ups when possible. They almost always have more space and better privacy.
- Confirm what the pool connects to. Some swim-ups are part of a long lagoon system; others are tiny, semi-private pockets that look big only in wide-angle photos.
Swim-Up vs. Swim-Out: Know Your Terminology
- Swim-Up: This usually refers to a ground-floor suite where the patio is flush with the pool deck, offering direct, step-less access. These are generally the most desirable and visible.
- Swim-Out: Typically refers to ground-floor rooms with direct pool access from the terrace, though some may require stepping down a few stairs. The term is sometimes stretched by resorts to include rooms with semi-direct access, so always confirm the exact layout and floor level before booking.
Swim-Up Suite Costs
Swim-up suites usually cost about $100–$300 more per night than the same room without direct pool access.
- High Season (Dec–Apr): This is when swim-ups are in demand and the premium hits its peak. If you’re eyeing a family-friendly category, book 9–12 months ahead as swim-up rooms book up quickly during school vacations.
- Low Season (Sep–Oct): This is the best time of year to find good deals on swim-up suites. Resorts typically dial back pool activities a bit, so the price gap between standard rooms and swim-ups shrinks. It’s often the perfect time to treat yourself to an upgrade for much less.
- Location Matters: Swim-ups near the action (like the pool bar or the beach) tend to cost more. Rooms farther from the hub are usually cheaper, even though they often feel way more private.
