Swimming Pool

Leith

I have read in LP that there are various 5 star hotels that allow non- guests to use there swimming pool for a fee of between rp150-rp300. Has anyone availed themselves of such services.

Shannon

I have - it was in Dehradun and was a nice hotel, though I don't think 5 stars. I had an Indian call to ask for the price - which was a good thing, because when we got there they tried to increase the price on us! I think it was 150rs.

We did this a couple times...the day after the first time, I opened up a local newspaper and saw a picture of my friend and me swimming! We didn't even notice a photographer.

TimMakins

I've done that a few times. The fee is normally for a set period of so many hours. Basically, they are happy to let you in as long as you will blend in with the rest of their guests, so dreadlocks and cheesecloth are out! Sometimes you have to bring your own towel, but in other places they will provide you with one. You are expected to order a drink from time to time, and maybe some snacks. Bringing in your own picnic is not appreciated, and don't try to steal the toilet paper from the dunnies! There will normally be a changing area, and lockers for your clothes.

Tim in Ireland.

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