Why not add a little luxury to your Dorset holiday by booking somewhere to stay with an indoor heated swimming pool.

Indoor pools offer a perfect blend of convenience, fun and health benefits, making them an excellent choice for all ages. If you’re a regular swimmer, there’s no need to take a break from your routine and stop exercising, as you can continue your healthy lifestyle when on holiday.

All of the accommodation featured in this blog provide heated indoor pools so you’ll get a comfortable and warm swim no matter the weather outside. Whether it's a chilly winter day or a rainy afternoon, you can stay inside in the warm.

Not a fan of swimming in the sea?

© Pennsylvania Castle

If you don’t like swimming in salty water, are put off by the waves at the beach or find the sea water temperature too cold, an indoor pool is a great alternative. And you won't even have to travel that far as it's located just a few steps from your holiday accommodation.

Of course another added bonus is the warm showers, changing rooms and hairdryers that you don’t get at the beach!

Family fun time

© Parkdean Resorts West Bay Holiday Park

Swimming pools are a great place for children to learn to swim or practice their skills. It’s also a safe space to splash and have fun, with some swimming pools having lifeguards on duty for extra piece of mind.

At Weymouth, Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park's indoor pool has a Splash Zone. With Chesil Beach Holiday Park's pool having a flume for the children to zoom down. Both holiday parks have the added bonus of being a stone's throw from the beach.

Parkdean Resorts have 3 holiday parks in Dorset and all of them offer children's activities at their indoor swimming pools including inflatable jet skis, pool parties and giant inflatable spheres. At West Bay Holiday Park there's also a flume and toddler’s pool with slide. And at Warmwell Holiday Park, kids will love the wave machine and flume.

Spa facilities

© Summer Lodge Country House Hotel & Spa

Some of the accommodation featured in this blog also have spa facilities alongside their indoor pools. So not only do you get to enjoy a dip in the pool, but you can relax and detox in a sauna, steam room or jacuzzi afterwards.

The heat and warmth of a spa can help soothe muscles, reduce stress and promote relaxation, contributing to overall health and well-being.

Benefits of swimming

© Highlands End Holiday Park

Swimming is a fantastic activity for both physical and mental health. One of the most significant benefits of swimming is that it is a low-impact exercise, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. The resistance of the water adds an extra challenge, making swimming an effective way to build strength and fitness for a full-body workout.

Swimming has positive effects on mental health as well. The rhythmic nature of swimming can be meditative, helping to reduce stress and anxiety. The release of endorphins during exercise can improve mood and create a sense of well-being. Swimming in a heated pool can be particularly relaxing, adding an extra boost to mental health benefits.