Pool at Paradisus by Meliá Bali
The pool experience is largely positive with guests praising the size, cleanliness, spacious atmosphere, and recent renovations. However, some contradictions exist regarding pool depth and water temperature, plus occasional overcrowding concerns.
Strong recency pattern shows predominantly recent reviews (June-July 2026) with overwhelmingly positive sentiment, particularly regarding renovations and layout. Earlier 2024 reviews show more mixed feedback (one specifically cited pool as too small and crowded in August 2024). This suggests recent improvements have addressed prior capacity concerns.
What the reviews tell us
Main pool area recently renovated and highly praised as spacious, clean, luxurious, and rarely overcrowded, with consistent cleanliness even during busy times
Multiple pools and waterpark cater well to families and different guest preferences, with dedicated kids' water park allowing parents to relax while supervising
Pool depth contradicts across reviewers: German guest found main pool too shallow for swimming, while other guests consistently praised spacious design and size
Water temperature mostly praised as comfortable and lovely, though one Australian guest requested cooler temperatures
Plastic pool card requirement for towel service flagged by Perth guest as inconsistent with five-star standards
Paradisus by Meliá Bali's pool facilities receive predominantly positive reviews across multiple recent assessments. The resort features multiple pools including a renovated main pool area that guests consistently describe as spacious, clean, and luxurious. The waterpark and dedicated kids' areas are well-regarded, with parents particularly appreciating the ability to relax while supervising children. Most recent reviews (2026) emphasize the impressive size and lack of overcrowding. However, some contradictions emerge: while most guests report pleasant water temperatures, one Perth reviewer specifically requested cooler temperatures. More notably, the pool depth presents conflicting accounts—one German reviewer criticized the main pool as too shallow for proper swimming, yet multiple other guests praised the spacious, well-designed layout. The Reserve area is highlighted as exceptional with beautiful fresh water pools and perfect complementary facilities. A minor service concern arose regarding the plastic pool cards required for towels, which one Australian guest deemed inappropriate for a five-star property. Overall, the facility demonstrates strong appeal across diverse reviewers, with recent renovations and multiple pool options enhancing the guest experience.
Pool Depth and Water Temperature Disagreements
Two key contradictions surface: (1) Pool depth—A German reviewer (Hallstadt) on 2026-07-01 explicitly stated the main pool is 'too shallow for proper swimming' and noted most usage was by children and cocktail-enjoying adults, yet the overwhelming majority of other guests praised the spacious design and size without mentioning shallow depth as an issue. (2) Water temperature—A New Zealand guest (2026-06-22) found the pool 'a lovely temperature' and another Perth guest (2026-05-12) appreciated 'comfortable water,' but a different Perth guest (2026-05-22) requested pools be made 'cooler,' suggesting individual preference variation or possible seasonal/time-of-day temperature inconsistency.
The evidence
Representative quotes from 37 supporting reviewsThe main pool is too shallow for proper swimming
Excellent facilities such as the pool
The Reserve was out of this world, beautiful fresh water pool
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