28 Above-Ground Pool Ideas to Beautify Your Swimming Spot

The Ultimate Lounging Pool

This oval above-ground pool is surrounded by relaxing places to sit, eat, and visit. The long table is surrounded by floor cushions and blankets, making it cozy even in colder weather.

Illuminated Stone

For a high-end look, this above-ground pool features a stone facade that’s illuminated by garden lights. A nearby deck features a pizza oven that’s perfect for a a pizza pool party during summer days.

Painted DIY Stock Tank Pool

Stock tank pools are becoming a popular, budget-friendly choice for an above-ground pool. This tutorial from Lolly Jane shows you how to paint the outside of one.

The result is a chic pool that looks great. Besides making the stock tank pool (which is easy to DIY, FYI), you can add several features around it to make it more enjoyable to use. An umbrella is near for shade, a bench where someone can take a seat, and hooks for towels.

Small Space, High Style

Even the most unusual and smallest of backyards can house an above-ground pool. This elevated backyard is one a slope and is smaller than a traditional backyard, but it uses the space efficiently. A narrow wood walkway gives easy access to the tiled pool and is a great spot to take in the surrounding views. Using the natural decline of the slope also helps make the above-ground pool appear like an in-ground pool.

Colorful DIY Mural

Bring in some privacy and color by adding a vibrant DIY mural by your above-ground pool, like H2O Tank Avenue did here. You can prop up a sheet of metal with a wooden frame, then add a primer coat of paint. Then the simple mural was painted. Some modern pool loungers and potted cacti make the space complete. Bonus: You can hide your pool filter and equipment behind the pretty wall.

A Backyard Getaway

The stonework on this semi-above-ground pool is reminiscent of an Italian villa. The large potted plants that surround the pool, along with the water feature, help you get away without ever leaving your backyard.

Plunge Pool Dreams

An above-ground, rectangular plunge pool is surrounded her by lush greenery, vines, and a palm tree. Unique light fixtures give light to the pool and some nearby chairs.

Inflatable Pool Deck

If you don’t want to commit to an above-ground pool, you can still enjoy an inflatable whirlpool. Here, herzenstimme decked out her pool with a wood deck and a privacy wall. String lighting and other accessories really pull the space together.

Modern Getaway

This above-ground pool upgrade is going to take your breath way. The rectangular above-ground pool is surrounded by a modern cedar deck. Pops of color have been added with the lounger cushions and it all has a relaxing feel to it.

Pool Water Feature

Not only is an above-ground pool great for swimming and relaxing, but it can also serve as a beautiful garden feature. This above-ground pool by Brothers Three Pools features a large water feature, a stone facade, plants, lighting and large round stepping stones.

Paver Deck

This round, above-ground pool has been placed in a corner of the yard and has a unique deck made out out of pavers. A wooden walkway gives you a place to enter and exit the pool. Mulch surrounds the pool as well as a wide variety of plants and flowers. This design by H2O Tank Avenue makes for a very relaxing place to take a dip.

Relaxing Oasis

After you’ve enjoyed the pool, you can relax in this pretty sitting area designed by H2O Tank Avenue. Cushioned chairs, throw pillows, and a rug makes this space special. A pergola sits over top with twinkle lights lighting up the whole area.

Pool Skirt

Let your above-ground pool show off your style with one of these unique pool skirts. Made to fit a variety of pool sizes, these skirts will keep your space looking stylish.

Pool Fountain

The latest addition to this beautiful pool by Kristina Evans was an inexpensive pool fountain that sits by the edge and creates a relaxing water flow over the pool. There’s a lot more going on here with the bright white flowers, lounging space, and covered deck (which makes the pool look in-ground).

Dreamy Getaway

This dreamy oasis at Airstream Island starts with a stock tank with the sides covered to match the surroundings. A walkway takes you through the lush garden, complete with plastic pink flamingos. A partial deck is built around the pool giving you some places to sit and relax. What’s more, it can also serve as a stealthy way to hide the pool filter and some equipment.

Visually Appealing

A stock tank pool is an easy solution if you want a backyard pool without the maintenance or cost. It requires virtually no installation, it’s easy to clean and with a little TLC, it is aesthetically pleasing. House of Butterfield spruced up her black stock tank pool with a matching wood deck with stairs and outdoor pillows and an umbrella for a relaxing spot to sunbathe and sit in the shade.

Colorful Pool With Deck

Dazey Den chose to accent this above-ground pool and deck with bright shades of orange and white to give the backyard desert setting a cheerful and festive feel. Plus, adding bright paint is one of the most budget-friendly ways to add personality to your above-ground pool.

Barn Gate Turned Pool Towel Hanger

Turn a vintage barn gate into something new with this project by Funky Junk Interiors. Add a variety of old hooks and you have yourself a towel hanger that you can lean anywhere near the pool. The top of the gate even makes a little shelf perfect for sunscreen.

Backyard Fun

You’ll have lots of fun in this backyard. A stock pool is surrounded by some gravel and pavers plus a stone walkway to get to and from the house. The back porch has seating and a grill. Looks like it’s ready for some fun.

Surrounded by Nature

What a beautiful setting for an above-ground pool. There are large trees and pretty flowers that surround the pool. Some landscaping is done with a path leading in and out of the pool.

Pallet Pool Noodle Oraganizer

This clever project from Funky Junk Interiors is perfect if you have kiddos enjoying the pool. Take a single pallet and thread pool noodles through it for easy storage. Water toys and cleaning tools can also be stored here.

Room for Lounging

If you want to have plenty of room for lounging by your above-ground pool, you’ll want to take a look at this design. There’s room for chairs, plants, artwork, an umbrella, and even a lamp. Other additions include towel racks and a bench.

Perfect for a Night Swim

The best part about your own backyard pool is that it’s always open, so you can go for a nighttime swim whenever you want. Vaughn Hill Home’s backyard pool features a large deck with built in benches, lounge chairs and a gazebo with hanging string lights so you can go for a swim day or night.

A Private Oasis

Even if you live in a crowded neighborhood, you can still make your backyard feel private and secluded. This hot tub in Wild Rose Country Home’s backyard has a deck area to house towels and other items and a tall privacy screen to help escape the real world.

Deck Extension

The clear waters of this round above-ground pool have never looked so good sitting against this modern-looking deck extension from Summer Vale Cottage. It would be an easy build and would add a lot of enjoyment to your pool.

Elevated Stock Pool

This stock pool from Hill Creek Ranch has been slightly elevated off the ground and surrounded by decorative pavers. An extra-large umbrella covers almost the whole pool, keeping everything shady. Keeping inflatables in the pool just makes it look more inviting.

Pool House

This small pool house has been built to complement the above-ground pool. Besides the pool house, there are chairs for relaxing in, and a lovely deck that really brings everything together.

Color Coordinated Pool

Help your above-ground pool blend into your backyard decor by painting it. This small backyard space from Dazey Den has a bright palette that echoes the exterior paint colors and is carried onto the pastel pink stock tank pool and green deck for a cohesive look.