With domestic travel roaring back to life, seek out a quiet spot by these pools-with-a-view for some well-deserved R&R.
Photo 1 of 8 The Zen Pool at Club Med Cherating is the only pool at the resort that's right by the beach, the perfect spot to spend a lazy afternoon away from the crowd in this family resort (Photo: Club Med Cherating)
Photo 2 of 8 The adults-only Horizon Pool at The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi seems to flow right into the Andaman Sea, offering a spectacular view of both sea and Mount Machinchang, the second highest peak on the island (Photo: The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi)
Photo 3 of 8 The Datai Langkawi has three pools, but if you're looking for some peace and quiet, head to the Adult Pool located above an ancient rainforest — it's being with nature without the hard work (Photo: The Datai Langkawi)
Photo 4 of 8 Nestled in a charming fishing village on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia, the expansive pool at Tanjong Jara Resort offers a tantalising view of South China Sea in the company of swaying coconut trees (Photo: YTL Hotels)
Photo 5 of 8 This shady pool is a nice touch to the nostalgic appeal of Sekeping Kong Heng, which itself is located above a traditional coffeeshop in old town Ipoh (Photo: @heartpatrick / Instagram)
Photo 6 of 8 The Quiet Pool at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi admits adults only and is partitioned into a few private cubicles that descend into the common infinity pool overlooking the Andaman Sea (Photo: Seet, Ken / Four Seasons)
Photo 7 of 8 The pool at Ember Beach Club, One&Only Desaru Coast is a veritable oasis on a pristine stretch of sand overlooking South China Sea (Photo: @oodesarucoast/Instagram)
Photo 8 of 8 Elevating the idea of a hot tub, this geothermal pool at The Banjaran Hotsprings in Ipoh offers you not only the healing benefits of natural hot springs but also a breathtaking view of the surrounding limestone hills (Photo: @thebanjaranhotsprings/Instagram)