TUI's best luxury swim-up rooms with cheapest one £100 a night

There is hardly any point in returning to dry land again thanks to the rise of the swim-up pool.

A few years ago the idea of swimming pool leading up to your front door was the reserve of the most exclusive resorts. Now, more and more family friendly hotels have plenty of rooms with their own exclusive access to a cerulean dipping spot.

holiday firm has more than 400 hotels across 35 countries, and many of them have swim-up pools. Here are just five of the resorts with the feature.

1. Royalton Blue Waters – Jamaica

The Royalton Blue Waters has swim-up suites that come complete with direct access to a pool, a pair of in-water loungers and a furnished terrace. Plus, membership to the hotel’s Diamond Club is included, with exclusive perks like access to a private club lounge, premium drinks and snacks, and a separate beach area and bar. What’s more, the lagoon-like main pool, which has snagged a beachside spot, features a swim-up bar.

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As its name suggests, the sits on the shore, complete with its own private beach, in the sleepy region of Trelawny, in northern Jamaica. It’s got a stylish look and its activities programme covers everything from cooking classes to reggae sessions. When it comes to food, this place goes all out with its selection of five restaurants. Along with an international selection of dishes, healthy eaters and a bunch of different dietary requirements are covered with specialised spreads in the buffet restaurant.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Trelawny, Jamaica staying at the 5T Royalton Blue Waters on an all-inclusive basis from £1,573 per person.

2. JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort – Thailand

seriously stylish swim-up rooms back onto the main pool at the resort – which just happens to be South-east Asia’s longest – and come with a terrace, sunbeds and a parasol. You wouldn’t even need to leave the room for the entire holiday.

However, for guests who manage to tear themselves away, there are four restaurants to choose from, loads of activities like mountain biking and cooking classes to get stuck into, and the hotel is conveniently located right next to the beach. There’s also a luxury spa, with treatments like body scrubs and therapy baths, and a kids’ club to keep little ones entertained.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Khao Lak, Thailand staying at the 5T JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort on a B&B basis from £1,102 per person.

3. TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach – Croatia

is reserved just for adults, so whether on a romantic retreat or relaxing, this peaceful place is a haven of tranquillity. The scenery will have anyone reaching for their camera, too – the hotel sits at the base of one of Croatia’s signature pine-cloaked mountains.

When it comes to swim-ups, there are a few options at this place. From a swim-up double with a sea-view terrace and – of course – steps into the water, to a swim-up junior suite with a complimentary bottle of wine upon arrival to sip on the pool-edged terrace.
The infinity-edged main pool faces on to the ocean, so expect views that seem almost endless. Want something to sip while taking it all in? One can choose between a duo of bars – one of them specialises in mojitos.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Makarska, Dalmatian Coast, Croatia staying at the 4T Plus TUI BLUE Adriatic Beach on an all-inclusive basis from £993 per person.

4. TUI BLUE El Dorado Seaside Suites – Mexico

are set on a secluded, palm-backed stretch of sand and lines up poolside butler service, Jacuzzi rooms as standard and plenty of gourmet dining options for those romantic dinners. Guests can upgrade their junior suite to a swim-up suite, so stepping straight from the terrace into the long lazy river and switching between Jacuzzi and pool takes but a step.

Picking a premium swim-up suite means getting little extras like an aromatherapy menu and access to a private area with concierge service and poolside butler service. Need to refuel after all that swimming, sunbathing and being waited on? The bar and restaurant scene at this hotel are delectable with dishes prepared by international chefs.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Riviera Maya, Mexico staying at the 5T TUI BLUE El Dorado Seaside Suites on an all-inclusive basis from £1,394 per person.

5. Kandima Maldives – Maldives

Looking to push the boat out? is the place to be. Pick a beachfront villa with a private pool and soak up the sun from the comfort of the room’s own lounger-lined terrace. Travellers looking to have the sea on their doosrstep can choose an above-water villa for direct access to the lagoon this hotel calls home.

The water theme continues into the rest of the hotel – the main pool’s one of the longest in the Maldives. It’s buddied up with a swim-up bar and a DJ deck, which makes it the ideal spot for weekly pool parties. Little ones get their own splash park, too.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to the 5T Kandima Maldives on a B&B basis from £1,823 per person.

6. TUI BLUE Riu Tikida Garden - Morocco

In one of the greenest areas in , the swim-up rooms in this dreamy resort can be accessed via a terrace, decked with two sun-loungers as well a table and chairs. With Moroccan-style architecture and warm earthy colours, these suites will feel like a desert oasis.

The adults-only resort also boasts four main pools, as well as an indoor pool perfect for a splash after a relaxing afternoon in the Tikida Spa, featuring a sauna, hammam, massages and beauty treatments. Located amongst one of Marrakesh’s Palmeries, guests can divide their time between relaxing in the shade and taking in the golden rays.

The resort also features three restaurants, including the Culinarium, their signature à la carte restaurant hosting themed evenings that revolve around the likes of seafood, sunsets and local specialities.

TUI offers a seven-night holiday to Marrakesh, Morocco staying at the 4T Plus TUI BLUE Riu Tikida Garden on an all-inclusive basis from £707 per person.