The Pool at Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

"The grassy lounge area behind the pool spills onto the beach's downy sands"

"Other highlights include great freebies (bicycle tours, hosted wine hours, bartending lessons), two solid restaurants with bars, a well-equipped fitness center, and in-room or poolside spa services"

"The oversized turquoise pool, fringed with cabanas and swaying palm trees, is sure to please; an added perk is the complimentary wine hour that’s held daily 5–6pm"

"The outdoor pool area is exclusive to hotel guests, done up with lounge chairs, cabanas and the odd plastic cow or sheep — a fun but somewhat overplayed design conceit — and stays busy throughout the day"

"Along with a pool surrounded by cabanas, palm trees and an outdoor bar, the hotel offers direct beach access and all you need (chairs, towels, etc"