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A Resort Day Without Leaving Omaha

LOCATED AT THE COTTONWOOD HOTEL ● 302 S. 36th St. Omaha, NE 68131

Luxury Hotel Pool Club in Omaha

The best pool in Omaha is at the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel, in the heart of the Blackstone District. Loungers, frozen cocktails, and dishes drawn from the world's great resorts: the French Riviera, Palm Springs, Miami, Central and South America, the Mediterranean coast. All of it gathered at one pool in Omaha.

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Who Can Access The Pool

The Pool Club is reserved for hotel guests, Cottonwood Social Club members, and guests with a reservation through ResortPass (loungers, daybeds, and cabanas). At select times, the Pool Club deck and bar will be open to the public with no day pass required. These hours are for food and drinks only, not for swimming or pool access. See below for public access times.

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Pool Access During Your Stay

Hotel guests are welcome at the pool starting at noon on the day of check-in and may use the pool until 11:00 a.m. on the day of checkout. Stop by the front desk to receive your wristband, which is required for pool entry.

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Open to the Public

Select hours when the deck and bar are open to everyone, no day pass needed. Food and drinks only, no swimming or pool access.

  • Sunset Drinks | Friday & Saturday, 6:00 p.m. Cocktails and food by the water as the sun goes down. Food until 7:00 p.m., drinks until 8:00 p.m.
  • Pool Club after Hours DJ Series | Coming Soon
  • Weekday Lunch | Coming Soon

*During public hours, you may see hotel guests and members in the pool. They wear wristbands for pool access. To get in the pool yourself, you'll need a day pass through ResortPass.

Splashing Good Eats, Drinks, and Vibes

The Menu

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The Menu

From poolside snacks and ceviche to handhelds, tacos, and our full bar program, the Pool Club menu is designed for long, sunny afternoons.

Signature Frozen Cocktails

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Signature Frozen Cocktails

Three frozen cocktails on rotation all summer: the Frosé, the Chi Chi, and the Zombie. $15 each, served all season long.

Pool Club after Hours DJ Series

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Pool Club after Hours DJ Series

We're turning up the summer energy on Thursday and Saturday nights with live DJs and great vibes.

More details coming soon.

Sunset Hours at the Pool Club

For the first time ever, The Pool Club is open to the public at sunset. No room key. No day pass. Just walk in, grab a cocktail, and pull up a seat by the water as the sun goes down.

HEADS UP: This is drinks and food only. No swimming. You will not be able to get in the pool. Come for the cocktails, the bites, and the golden-hour view, not for a dip.

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  • Sun - Thu | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  • Fri - Sat | 6:00 p.m. - Midnight
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Family Fun at The Pool

Make lasting memories at one of the most family-friendly pools in Omaha, Nebraska. The Cottonwood pool offers a safe, welcoming space for hotel guests and members of all ages, whether you're splashing with little ones or lounging between dips, while ResortPass access is available for guests 21+. With poolside snacks, spacious seating, and a relaxed vibe, it’s the perfect spot for fun-filled family days.

Cottonwood Pool Club FAQs

Can I bring outside food or drinks to the Cottonwood Pool Club?

No outside food and beverages are not permitted at the Cottonwood Pool Club, including items from other hotel restaurants. Guests may bring empty tumblers, which can be filled at designated water stations. Glass items are strictly prohibited.

Where can I eat at the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Guests can enjoy poolside dining at the Cottonwood Pool Club, featuring snacks, handhelds, tacos, ceviche, and frozen cocktails. Additional dining is available at The Orléans Room located on property.

Are towels provided?

Yes, one towel per guest is provided and can be exchanged for a fresh one as needed.

Is there a dress code for the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Yes, there are just a few simple guidelines to keep things comfortable for everyone. Guests should wear shoes in the hotel until they reach the pool deck and again when heading back inside, and a cover-up or shirt is required when moving through indoor hotel areas. We also kindly ask that guests towel off before re-entering the building.

What are the hours of the Cottonwood Pool Club?

The Cottonwood Pool Club is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Food and beverage service hours vary, with extended evening service during Sunset Hours.

Who can access the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Access to the Cottonwood Pool Club is available to Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel,guests, Cottonwood Pool Club members, and guests with a valid ResortPass reservation for cabanas, daybeds, or lounge chairs. The Cottonwood Pool Club offers limited public access during designated dining hours when the pool is not open for swimming.

Do hotel guests have access to the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Yes, Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel guests may access the Cottonwood Pool Club starting at 12:00 p.m. on the day of check-in and until 11:00 a.m. on the day of checkout. Wristbands are required and are provided at the front desk.

Do I need a reservation to visit the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Reservations are required for cabanas, daybeds, and lounge chairs booked through ResortPass. Hotel guests do not need a reservation for general pool access.

Can the public visit the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Yes, limited public access is available during designated dining hours. During public hours, you may see hotel guests and members in the pool. They wear wristbands for pool access. To get in the pool yourself, you'll need a day pass through ResortPass.

What are Sunset Hours at the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Sunset Hours at the Cottonwood Pool Club take place daily from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The pool deck is open to the public for food and drinks only during this time. During public hours, you may see hotel guests and members in the pool. They wear wristbands for pool access. To get in the pool yourself, you'll need a day pass through ResortPass.

How much are cabanas and day passes at the Cottonwood Pool Club?

Cabanas at the Cottonwood Pool Club start at $395. Day passes start at $75, subject to availability.

Is the Cottonwood Pool Club family-friendly?

Yes, the Cottonwood Pool Club is family-friendly and offers a relaxed environment with spacious seating, poolside service, and amenities suitable for guests of all ages. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a supervising adult and children who are not fully potty-trained must wear a swim diaper with a swimsuit over it.