Background music for pools and beach clubs: 8 great playlists
More than any other spaces in your hotel, pools and beach clubs are where guests of all ages can truly let go — relaxing, socializing and soaking in the scene.
Because your brand presence doesn’t stop at your lobby or restaurant, the music in these areas should be just as well tuned. In fact, studies have shown that the right pool and beach songs impact mood and energy, influence guest flow and even encourage visitors to spend more on food and drinks.
Here are eight Soundtrack playlists — fit for a serene infinity pool, a family-friendly splash pad, a chic coastal beach club and everything in between — that will elevate your guests’ waterside experience.
1. Poolside Lounge
Featuring: Relaxing dance music
Ideal for stylish pools and cocktail-friendly decks, this smooth mix of house, electronic dance music (EDM) and tropical house delivers a breezy, modern sound with hints of Caribbean music, deep house and pop.
2. Summer Swim Dance Covers
Featuring: House- and dance-infused covers of pop hits
Tropical house and EDM remixes of iconic tracks — “Another One Bites the Dust,” "Sweet Dreams," “I Want It That Way,” “Paparazzi” and more — bring cool, contemporary energy to a stylish waterside hangout.
3. Pool Party
Featuring: Family-friendly tropical house
Upbeat and warm-weather friendly, this playlist’s laid-back tracks are perfect for a relaxed pool or beach day with the family.
4. Stylish Yacht Rock
Featuring: Soft rock tracks from the ’70s to today
Smooth, nostalgic melodies from the golden age of yacht rock, blended with modern takes on the genre, evoke a relaxed day on (or near) a boat.
5. Chill Out by the Pool
Featuring: Low-key and dreamy beats
A combination of ambient, down-tempo tracks sets the tone for a tranquil, refined pool space.
6. Water Park Pop
Featuring: Family-friendly pop
With a splashy mix of clean, high-energy hits from artists like Rihanna, Katie Perry and the Jonas Brothers, this playlist was made for kid-friendly fun zones.
7. Caribbean Beach Bar
Featuring: Reggae and dancehall
Sun-soaked grooves from the legends of Jamaican reggae and dancehall bring an island-inspired mood to your beachside bar or pool.
8. Poolside Summer
Features: Modern house and elegant EDM
Mid-tempo tropical beats and refined electronic vibes create a relaxed yet upbeat atmosphere for lounging in the sun all day.
Find your soundtrack
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