The world's best swim-up bars

Catalonia Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

For a mixture of relaxation and partying, head to Catalonia Bavaro Beach. With 700 rooms its visitors can either party by the pool or enjoy a quieter time on a stunning Dominican beach.

Winning the Oyster Awards for Best Spring Break Party Hotels in the Dominican Republic, this luxury resort really is the place to be if you want to taste tropical cocktails at a beautiful swim-up bar

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas

Have a gamble and party the night away while enjoying cocktails in a pool at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

Enjoy the resort and cool off in one of its two swim-up bars from 10am – 7pm while your favourite DJ's play

Indian Resort & Spa Mauritius, Le Morne

Change into your favourite swimsuit and lounge poolside while relaxing on holiday in this gem of a location.

Wake up to find massage/treatment rooms, a spa, sauna, fitness facility and a private beach, or visit the local attraction – Chamarel Falls.

The three-star resort has its own restaurant so there's no need to venture far from the beauty of the hotel or its surroundings when you need a bite to eat

Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Dubai

This five-star resort on Jumeirah beach offers overwhelming views of the Arabian seas while mixing "contemporary culture with European heritage" with its interior design.

Situated just minutes from the famous city's business district, you can sip your cocktail in one of the swim-up bars before or after going to see Dubai's most famous landmarks.

After the lavish pool and beach area you can head to the fitness centre for a workout – if you really want to...

The Raleigh, Miami

You're spoilt for choice when it comes to luxurious locations in Florida's most popular destination – Miami.

When temperatures reach 32° in the hottest month of August, who wants to be wearing much more than a bikini while sipping on a cool drink?

With a garden and pool as a backdrop, guests have relished in The Raleigh's pool bar for 70 years and floated in its waters – glass in hand

Omni Cancun Hotel & Villas, Cancun

Jetting off to Mexico? This family-friendly hotel sits along an extensive Mexican beach and includes a spa, fitness centre, tennis courts and kids club for all the family to enjoy.

This magnificent pyramid-style hotel comes complete with three pools with ocean views, a mega 35-seat Jacuzzi and a swim-up bar, perfectly situated along the Nichupte Lagoon's expansive beach

Banthai Beach Resort & Spa, Phuket, Thailand

As one of the southern provinces of Thailand, Phuket has a wide range of swim-up bar hotels. You'll be spolit for choice at Banthai Beach Resort & Spa, with three swimming pools and three pool bars leaving you no excuse to have a fruity cocktail other than in one of their luscious pools

Club Hotel Riu Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Surrounded by Ocho Rios' famous rainforests and spectacular waterfalls, this is the ideal location for a much needed break.

When you're not in one of the luxury rooms featuring luxurious hydro-massage tubs and Jacuzzi's, head to the sandy beach or bathe in its two pools and swim-up bar with your friends and family

Crystal Cove, Barbados

It can be difficult to decide on a destination for your romantic getaway but why not try breathtaking Barbados?

Crystal Cove is the idyllic scenery for your dreamy holiday. Take a swim in the sparkling water of their three lagoon-like swimming pools, or if you're the sporty type then take advantage of the two floodlit tennis courts. We suggest a midday mojito in a cove while the waterfall splashes around you...