They glitter.
They invite you in with their refreshing, crystal-clear, light-blue waters.
They are in spectacular locations -- lakeside, oceanside, mid-mountain and roof-top, both urban and rural.
They foster relaxation and indulgence and quality time with a bespoke cocktail.
They are the eight hotel pools on the list of the 'top pools across Canada to cool off this summer.'
And the curved, outdoor pool at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort in downtown Kelowna tops the list.
"This gorgeous, lakeside getaway is located in the heart of British Columbia's wine country -- the Okanagan," states the news release from Marriott Bonvoy, the hotel chain's loyalty program.
"Explore the area by land or water with a cruiser bike, kayak or pedal boat and then make a splash at the hotel's outdoor pool, overlooking Okanagan Lake."
The Delta Grand's outdoor pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and red umbrellas, is actually one of three pools at the base of the hotel's south tower.
There's also an indoor/outdoor pool attached to Damara Day Spa and a whirlpool, too.
Aptly named Quench Pool Bar has a menu of cocktails, beer and wine, soft drinks and snacks.
"With soaring temperatures and hotter than usual conditions expected this season, beat the heat and cool off at one of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of hotels across Canada," continued the news release.
The seven other hotel pools on the list show you can lounge, wade, splash and plunge in a wide cross-section of pool types and locations.
- Sheraton Fallsview in Niagara Falls
This roof-top pool has a view of the most spectacular water feature in the world -- Niagara Falls.
- Humaniti Hotel Montreal
The roof-top pool and terrace at this luxury hotel in the heart of the city has live DJs and jazz evenings.
- The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver
The large, outdoor, circular pool offers up city and mountain views from its location just steps from Coal Harbour, Stanley Park and the downtown West End.
Opt for a poolside cabana or lounger and decide whether or not you'll do the Just Add Water Liquid Yoga Class.
- Delta Hotel Whistler Village Suites
The heated indoor-outdoor pool at this hotel at the base of the mountain facilitates year-round soaking and swimming.
- Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Nestled in the Rockies, this hotel's Nordic Spa has an outdoor hydrotherapy circuit, barrel saunas and an exfoliation cabin -- all with views of the mountains.
- The Westin Trillium House in Blue Mountain, Ontario
The free-form outdoor pool at this resort between Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment has oodles of deck space and is located next to the hotel's private beach.
- JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa
Located in cottage country, a two-hour drive north of Toronto, this resort has an outdoor waterpark and two beaches from which to launch your boat, canoe or kayak adventure.
Marriott is the largest hotel chain in the world with 7,887 properties and $21 billion in annual revenues.
The Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program covers an array of hotel brands from Marriott, JW Marriot, Delta, Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Sheraton and Renaissance to Fairfield, Four Points, Westin, Courtyard, Le Meridien, Element and Aloft.
