With so many Orlando apartments having long lists of amenities, it may be hard to narrow down your choices when you're on the hunt. That's why it's always a good idea to prioritize your favorites.
If you're moving with a pet, amenities for them may top your list. If you love to work out, but don't want to pay for a gym membership, a solid fitness center could be most important. If you want an apartment that helps you relax, spa-like features may take the cake. If you want a place to chill, a place to hang and a place to cool off on hot Florida days though, don't forget to think about the pool.
The best apartment pools in Orlando offer up more than just a body of water. They create an atmosphere where you can relax and take advantage of other amenities. Where are these great spots you ask? Why, right on this list.
NORA
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Bright orange lounge chairs encircle the rectangular, resort-style pool at NORA. Set among the palm trees, you're looking at a very chill area to cool off and hang out. Covered wicker couches, set off to the side, give you a space when you want to get out of the sun but stay close to the pool.
If the pool isn't enough water for you, living in this North Quarter community puts you within walking distance of Lake Eola. Known as Sandy Beach by the locals, this lake and park include swan paddle boats and hosts the weekly Orlando Farmers Market. It's also an ideal venue to attend events all year long.
Alta at Health Village Apartments
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If it's a pool with a view you want, check out the impressive rooftop space at Alta at Health Village Apartments. Striped beach umbrellas and private cabanas sit alongside the sleek pool with its own decorative fountain. Beside the pool and deck, you'll also find a nice rooftop fire pit and seating area. You can hang out up here and stay dry or take a dip. It's all topped off with great views of the Orlando skyline.
If you like living close to lakes as much as you want a pool at home, this North Orange community is the perfect place. Here, you're close to Loch Haven Park, which not only has three lakes but is also home to the Mennello Museum of American Art, the Orlando Science Center and the Orlando Shakespeare Theater.
Amara at Metrowest
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What's better than having one pool in your apartment community? How about two? Amara at Metrowest delivers with two resort-style pools spread out across the property. One is definitely much larger than the other, but both have ample seating in the sun and under umbrellas.
You'll get lake views directly from this Metro West community, and living here puts you close to both Lake Pamela and Turkey Lake. You'll find Lake Pamela within the borders of Valencia College, and Turkey Lake, where locals like to boat and fish, beside Bill Frederick Park.
The Oasis at Moss Park
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It's not every day you find a great apartment pool that sits right next to a lake with a towering fountain. Here at The Oasis at Moss Park, this is what you get along with a funky bricked deck and a long row of cabanas. The entire area feels like an escape, and the large, beach-entry pool makes it all that more luxurious.
Near Lake Nona, in southeast Orlando, this East Park community perfectly aligns with the chill vibes you'll find throughout the neighborhood. There are plenty of green spaces to accommodate families and pets. Shared tennis courts are also available within the neighborhood.
Camden Lake Eola
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A long, covered bar with an outdoor kitchen and prep area sits right beside the sparkling, heated pool at Camden Lake Eola. You can swim and eat with ease, and hardly get up from your lounge chair. This area, and an outdoor courtyard, are all up on the seventh floor, offering up some great Orlando views.
Also centered around Lake Eola, this South Eola community is close to galleries, theaters and great restaurants. There are also retail shops on the first floor of the building if you want to get a little shopping done quickly.
Essex Luxe Apartments
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The zig-zag shape of the huge pool at Essex Luxe Apartments makes it an ideal space for just floating along. Within a perfectly landscaped courtyard, tall trees and nicely landscaped grounds encircle the pool and its many lounge chairs. Private cabanas are set off to the side as well.
With an impressive array of outdoor amenities, living here you'll find a nice playground, hammocks for lounging, a game lawn and a stone fire pit. There's also another fire pit beside the pool, a grilling area and a covered outdoor kitchen with seating.
Arbors at Maitland
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One of three swimming pools, this particular one within Arbors at Maitland has something that most pools don't — a fountain right in the middle. An entry point in each corner, this unique pool sits in the middle of the community's beautifully landscaped grounds. Pops of color frame the space with a combination of loungers umbrella-covered four-tops and cabanas with large couches.
If you prefer to use your pool time for working out, you'll also find a lap pool in this Summit South community. Use in conjunction with the two-story fitness center you'll find indoors. Rounding out our list of three, the final pool is a lounge pool for those who just want to sit and chill as they cool off from that intense Orlando sun.
Millennium Metro West
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It's all about the huge pool, hot tub and hammocks at Millennium Metro West. Relaxation is key here whether you're using the in-pool sunbathing loungers, a cabana or sitting on an outdoor couch under a big umbrella.
This modern, Metro West community takes its amenities seriously, giving you an outdoor space that does it all. Alongside the pool area, you'll find a huge dining table to enjoy a meal in the fresh air and a prep kitchen area with three grills. A cute green space among the palm trees houses the hammocks and a few four-top tables with bright yellow chairs and striped umbrellas.
Camden World Gateway
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Size does matter when you're talking about a community pool, and Camden World Gateway doesn't disappoint. This oasis has a pool so big there are two sets of stairs to walk into it. A funky shape and fun water features give you a unique space to cool off with friends. Lime green pool chairs and bright blue umbrellas top off this great deck.
With Disney's main gate only three miles away, this World Gateway community is in a prime location for Mickey lovers. You're also close to Disney Springs, Sea World and Universal Orlando.
Coda Apartments
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Situated in the center of the community, the pool at Coda Apartments impresses. So much more than just the resort-style pool, this luxury outdoor space features two rows of poolside loungers, picturesque landscaping and plush red couches for a little gathering space.
If hanging at the pool all day makes you hungry, take a few steps over to the poolside grill and Green Egg to whip up something special. You'll find bar and table seating right here as well. When you need a little rest, grab one of the cabanas for a quiet moment.
Chill out in one of the most incredible apartment pools in Orlando
Now that you've seen the level of luxury you can find around the pool of an Orlando apartment, what are you waiting for? Pop this great amenity on the top of your wish list and start that apartment search today.
