It can be very frustrating finding an affordable, clean, chaos free pool in NYC. So i have done some research and found a couple of options for all of us looking to stretch our dollars this summer (since we don't know what is going on with the economy lol..is best we keep saving).
I personally prefer going to the beach because it feels more natural and summery but I went to the Asser Levy Rec Center and i really liked it. It is a free NYC parks pool. It can be better but it is a very good option. This summer i will try the pool at John Jay and i will come back and give you guys a review. Enjoy.
Asser Levy Rec Center
Address: East 23rd Street and FDR Drive
Phone: 212-447-2020
Getting There: 6 train to 23rd St. and walk east
Pool Type: Indoor and outdoor pools available
Cost: The outdoor pool is free. Membership for the indoor pool is $75/year (not open during the summer).
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Overview: The indoor pool is beautiful, featuring a fountain and skylights. The outdoor pool, open July through Labor Day, is clean and serviceable. Asser Levy also has basketball courts, a playground and an Arts and Crafts room. And it's fun to say "Asser Levy."
Phone: 212-447-2020
Getting There: 6 train to 23rd St. and walk east
Pool Type: Indoor and outdoor pools available
Cost: The outdoor pool is free. Membership for the indoor pool is $75/year (not open during the summer).
Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Overview: The indoor pool is beautiful, featuring a fountain and skylights. The outdoor pool, open July through Labor Day, is clean and serviceable. Asser Levy also has basketball courts, a playground and an Arts and Crafts room. And it's fun to say "Asser Levy."
John Jay Pool and Recreation
Address: 77th Street and Cherokee Place (east of York Ave.)
Phone: 212-794-6566
Getting There: 6 to 77th Street or 4,5 to 86th Street
Pool Type: Outdoor pool with diving
Cost: Suggested annual donation of $25 for adults and $10 for teens.
Hours: Daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Overview: John Jay is one of the best public pools in Manhattan. A snack bar and playground are nearby.
Address: 77th Street and Cherokee Place (east of York Ave.)
Phone: 212-794-6566
Getting There: 6 to 77th Street or 4,5 to 86th Street
Pool Type: Outdoor pool with diving
Cost: Suggested annual donation of $25 for adults and $10 for teens.
Hours: Daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Overview: John Jay is one of the best public pools in Manhattan. A snack bar and playground are nearby.
Manhattan Plaza Health Club
Address: 482 West 43rd Street at 10th Ave.
Phone: 212-563-7001.
Getting There: A,C,E to 42nd St.
Pool Type: Rooftop pool with retractable glass roof.
Cost:$25 day passes are available (includes use of gym and whirlpool).
Hours: Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Overview: Four-lane lap pool has a separate alcove for kids. Day pass is half the price of the rooftop pool at the Parker Meridien. The MPHC web site offers a coupon for a $10 day pass (workout and pool).
Phone: 212-563-7001.
Getting There: A,C,E to 42nd St.
Pool Type: Rooftop pool with retractable glass roof.
Cost:$25 day passes are available (includes use of gym and whirlpool).
Hours: Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Overview: Four-lane lap pool has a separate alcove for kids. Day pass is half the price of the rooftop pool at the Parker Meridien. The MPHC web site offers a coupon for a $10 day pass (workout and pool).
Chelsea Piers Sports Center
Address: Sports Center, Pier 60, 23rd St & the Hudson River
Phone: 212.336.6000
Getting There: E to 23rd St. and walk west, M23 bus to the Chelsea Piers
Pool Type: Six-lane indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Hudson River
Cost: $50 day passes available. Call for the latest membership fees.
Hours: Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Overview: Great pool for serious swimmers and millionaires. Membership is pricey, but the pool and the sports center are deluxe.
Address: Sports Center, Pier 60, 23rd St & the Hudson River
Phone: 212.336.6000
Getting There: E to 23rd St. and walk west, M23 bus to the Chelsea Piers
Pool Type: Six-lane indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Hudson River
Cost: $50 day passes available. Call for the latest membership fees.
Hours: Weekdays from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Weekends from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Overview: Great pool for serious swimmers and millionaires. Membership is pricey, but the pool and the sports center are deluxe.
