Side-by-side comparisons and curated roundups to find the best value.
Sometimes the most useful thing is a side-by-side. Our roundups put competing day passes in one table — true cost, what's included, and who each one is actually for.
Use these when you're choosing between two resorts in the same destination, or deciding whether a pass beats simply booking a room.
| Resort | Destination | Price range | Verdict | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Strip Resorts | Las Vegas, Nevada | $15-$59 per adult | Depends | Budget-hotel guests wanting a pool upgrade, Couples wanting one premium pool day |
| San Antonio Hill Country Resorts | San Antonio, TX | $50-$106 per adult | Depends | Couples wanting a Hill Country pool afternoon, Families with kids who want a full waterpark |
| Tampa Bay Resorts | Tampa Bay, Florida | $15-$119 per adult | Depends | Cruise passengers needing a day base near the port, Families wanting a pool and Gulf beach combo |
| Austin Hotels and Resorts | Austin, Texas | $20-$100 | Depends | A resort-vibe pool day with a chair and a cocktail, Special occasions and date days downtown |
| Chicago Hotels | Chicago, Illinois | $25-$55 | Depends | A warm, guaranteed swim on a cool day, Rooftop skyline photos and a date day |
| Fort Lauderdale Beach Resorts | Fort Lauderdale, Florida | $35-$189 | Depends | Cruise passengers from Port Everglades, Couples wanting a pool-and-beach combo |
| Maui Resorts | Maui, Hawaii | $50-$150 | Depends | Families wanting pools, slides, and service, Vacation rental and condo guests wanting one resort day |
| New York City Hotels and Spas | New York, New York | $29-$185 | Depends | Summer visitors wanting a rooftop pool with a skyline view, Anyone wanting a year-round thermal spa circuit, not a seasonal pool |
| San Diego Resorts | San Diego, California | $12.50-$140 | Depends | Families chasing waterslides and multiple pools, Anyone who wants an oceanfront or bayfront pool day without the room rate |
| Miami Beach Resorts | Miami, Florida | $30-$199 | Depends | Miami visitors wanting a specific vibe, not just any pool, Families wanting a real waterpark day at Tidal Cove |
| Orlando Resorts | Orlando, Florida | $20-$85 | Depends | Families wanting a real waterpark day near Disney, Couples wanting a quieter, upscale pool escape |
| Cozumel Beach Clubs | Cozumel, Mexico | $45–$92 | Depends | Cruise passengers planning a Cozumel port day, Families wanting a pool and water toys |
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