It is hot in São Paulo, and temperatures are expected to reach 30ºC in the next few days. But after Covid spread across the country, it is increasingly difficult to leave the house to cool off, as many swimming pools have been closed because of the pandemic and travel has also been suspended. But now, with the advancement of vaccination, this is slowly changing.
Hotel swimming pools appear as a good option to alleviate the São Paulo heat a little. Some hotels in the city open their leisure areas — sometimes including other spaces, such as a sauna and gym — on a “day use” system. That is, after paying a fee, it is possible to enjoy these places without being hosted.
For rainy days, quite common in São Paulo at this time of year, there are also some indoor pools, usually inside the buildings.
See, below, a list of ten hotels in the capital of São Paulo that open their doors to those who want to spend an afternoon cooling off without being a guest. Prices start from R$95 per person — but can exceed R$1,500, depending on the address and amenities offered.
If you’re leaving the house, be sure to wear a good mask and keep distance.
Blue Tree Towers Analia Franco
At this unit of the Blue Tree hotel chain, the service that allows non-guests to use the pool for a day is sold at R$115 and can be used by one or two people, with no change in value. The Day Pass, as the package is called, entitles you to the pool, sauna and gym – you can also have breakfast without having to pay extra.
R. Eleonora Cintra, 960, Jardim Anália Franco, east region, tel. (11) 2672-7010. Daily from 9 am to 6 pm. R$ 115, with reservation by phone
Hilton Sao Paulo Morumbi
It is possible to cool off in the heat of São Paulo even on rainy days at the Hilton, which houses an indoor pool. The hotel’s “day use” service also frees up the whirlpool and gym. The on-site restaurant, bar and café can also be accessed, but with consumption paid separately.
Av. das Nações Unidas, 12.901, Cidade Monções, west region, tel. (11) 2845-0000. from mon to Thurs., from 6 am to 9 pm. BRL 120; children from 3 to 15 years: R$ 70; children from 0 to 2 years: free. on-site sales
Grand Hyatt Sao Paulo
It is another option for those who want to dive even in the rain. In addition to the outdoor pool with sun loungers, the hotel has a spa on the second floor, with an indoor heated pool, sauna and gym open to those paying for “day use”.
Av. das Nações Unidas, 13.301, Itaim Bibi, west region, tel. (11) 2838-1234. from mon to Fri., from 9 am to 9 pm. R$ 200, with reservations by tel. (11) 2838-3300 or by email [email protected]
Innside by Meliá São Paulo Iguatemi
The hotel, which until last year was called Tryp Iguatemi, has a rooftop pool. Those who are not guests and will spend the day there can use the gym, sauna and also an apartment during the service time.
R. Iguatemi, 150, Itaim Bibi, west region, tel. (11) 3704-5100. Daily, from 8 am to 6 pm, with an eight-hour limit per stay. From BRL 282.45 (BRL 269 + 5% ISS), with reservations by email [email protected]
Intercity Paulista
In addition to an indoor pool, the hotel’s “day use” entitles you to use the sauna and gym. The hotel’s restaurant offers lunch, charged separately, from 12:00 to 15:00. A bedroom can also be used during the period.
R. Haddock Lobo, 294, Cerqueira César, west region, tel. (11) 3123-6200. Sun. to Fri., from 10 am to 6 pm. BRL 210 (BRL 200 + 5% ISS), with reservation by tel. 0300-210-7700
Mercure SP Pinheiros
Located on the ground floor of the building, the Mercure SP Pinheiros indoor pool also welcomes those who just want to escape the heat of São Paulo for a day. It’s the most affordable value on this list. With sun loungers and tables in the surroundings, the pool is 1.40 meters deep.
R. Capote Valente, 500, Pinheiros, west region, tel. (11) 3069-4000. From 9 am to 6 pm. BRL 95; children up to 11 years: free. Reservations by phone or email [email protected]
Novotel SP Morumbi
The cheapest package, which costs R$ 249, allows the entry of two adults, two children and a pet. It is possible to go to the outdoor pool, gym, game room, coworking and restaurant on site – consumption, however, must be paid separately. In addition, a rest room is available.
R. Min. Nélson Hungria, 577, Vila Tramontano, west region, tel. (11) 3787-3400. From 9 am to 6 pm. From R$249, for two adults and two children, with reservations by phone or WhatsApp (11) 98967-3497
Renaissance Sao Paulo Hotel
In this hotel, close to Avenida Paulista, it is possible to enjoy the swimming pool, the gym and an apartment during the service period. The local bars and restaurants are also open, but consumption is paid separately – the Terraço Jardins, for example, offers dishes inspired by country and coastal cuisine.
Al. Santos, 2233, Jardins, west region, tel. (11) 3069-2233. From 8 am to 7 pm. BRL 262.50 (BRL 250 + 5% ISS), with reservations on the website renaissancesaopaulohotel.com
Tangara Palace
The luxury hotel offers two “day use” formats. The most complete option costs R$ 1,635 and gives access to indoor and outdoor pools, in addition to saunas, whirlpool and services such as reflexology, foot baths and massages. In the cheaper version, which costs R$ 650 for adults, only the outdoor pool and a consumption of R$ 120 at the bar are available.
R. Dep. Laércio Corte, 1501, Panamby, south region, tel. (11) 4904-4040. Day Spa – Relax Break: BRL 1,635, to have. to Fri, from 10 am to 6 pm. Pool Day Pass: BRL 650 for adults and BRL 250 for children up to 12 years old, of mon. to Thurs., from 10 am to 6 pm. Reservations by phone or email [email protected]
Tivoli Mofarrej Sao Paulo Hotel
Another hotel option in the south of São Paulo. There, in addition to access to the outdoor pool, the service entitles you to a room that can be used for the duration of the service.
Al. Santos, 1437, Cerqueira César, south region, tel. (11) 3146-5900. Daily from 10 am to 5 pm. From BRL 1,102.50 (BRL 1,050 + 5% ISS), with reservations by phone or email [email protected]
