Pools with the best New Zealand views

Over in New Zealand however, summer is in full swing. Tourism New Zealand has therefore rounded up its most spectacular swimming pool views to inspire and whisk you away to places with blue hues and ocean views.

ARO HA – SOUTHERN ALPS
Surrounded by the towering Southern Alps and overlooking Lake Wakatipu, wellness retreat Aro Ha offers breath-taking views from its sub-alpine terrace. The retreat features an icy plunge pool as well as an outdoor hot tub, both filled with water from the onsite spring. www.aro-ha.com

CAPE KIDNAPPERS – HAWKE’S BAY
Set amongst 6,000 rolling acres of green pastureland, dive into Cape Kidnappers’ 50ft heated infinity pool. Take in 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean and chill out under the shady poolside cabana. www.capekidnappers.com

DELAMORE LODGE – WAIKEKE ISLAND
Famed for its wineries and white sand beaches, Waiheke Island is also famous for the pool at Delamore Lodge. The resort’s luxury outdoor swimming pool  offers one of the best views in the world across the Hauraki Gulf and has received international acclaim. www.delamorelodge.com

EAGLES NEST – RUSSELL, BAY OF ISLANDS
Awarded an accolade for one of the World’s 10 Best Cliff-Edge Pools, Rahimoana Villa at Eagles Nest offers a 25-metre horizon-edge pool. From its hill-top perch, guests can absorb 320-degree views of the beautiful Bay of Islands. www.eaglesnest.co.nz

HUKA LODGE - TAUPO
Huka Lodge’s Owner’s Cottage boasts a spectacular cantilevered infinity pool, which overlooks the deep turquoise waters of the Waikato River. Initially opened as a fishing camp in the 1020s, guests can even enjoy fly-fishing straight from their bedroom. www.hukalodge.co.nz

KAURI CLIFFS – MATAURI BAY
Kauri Cliffs’ main lodge overlooks the Cavalli Islands, one of the top dive sites in the North Island, Guests can enjoy the luxury lodge’s three private beaches and a stunning infinity pool. www.kauricliffs.com

RIVERSIDE LODGE ONE, BLACK BARN VINEYARDS
Riverside Lodge One is just one of Black Barn Vineyards’ 17 unique properties. Perched above the water, the lodge’s pool overlooks the eastern side of the Tukituki River and comes complete with its own pavilion. www.blackbarn.com

SPLIT APPLE RETREAT, ABEL TASMAN
Split Apple Retreat is built high into a cliff face on the ocean’s edge, looking out onto Tasman Bay. The saltwater infinity pool overlooks the rugged shores of the Tasman Sea.The nearby Abel Tasman National Park is home to some of New Zealand’s top secluded beaches, offering further enviable views. www.splitapple.com