These Pool Lounge Chairs Are a Must for Chilling Out This Summer

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A pool is a boon in the summer for so many reasons. Pools are, most obviously, a wonderful way to have fun, exercise, and cool off—but a big part of the pool experience happens outside the rim. If you like to relax in the heat, get some sun, and enjoy drinks with friends, you’ll need a comfortable pool lounge chair or two to make the most of the season.

Poolside lounge chairs come in a wide range of styles and materials, from inexpensive all-plastic options to classic wood paired with upholstered cushions that’ll last you several seasons. There are fresh takes on the iconic chaise, from double-wide rockers to swing-lounger combos.

Whether you’re looking for something basic for relaxing on your deck or a throne to splurge on for your luxurious poolside oasis, we’ve rounded up the best and most durable pool chairs for the summer.

Best Poolside Lounge Chairs

How Do I Choose an Outdoor Chaise Lounge?

You can choose the right poolside lounge chair for your space by prioritizing durable frame materials, comfortable and long-lasting fabrics, and a design that lends itself to all your favorite ways to relax. Here’s everything to know.

Frame

The material of the frame and the fabric determine a lot about a lounge chair’s overall comfort, sturdiness, and durability.

Most poolside lounge chairs come with metal or wooden frames for strength and durability. Metal frames, often treated with powder coating for weather-resistance, tend to be lighter in weight and more durable to the elements, while wooden frames have a sturdier, heavier feel and a more classic design but may require more upkeep over the years.

Faux wicker and rattan are also popular options, especially for chairs with detachable cushioning or no cushioning at all. Be aware that metal and plastic options can get quite hot in the sun, so you may want to prioritize a light-colored seating area.

While wood options offer less inherent resistance to the rain or sun, using a cover will extend the life of the chair, perhaps far beyond plastic or metal options. That said, if you prefer to keep your chairs uncovered during the summer months, a UV resistant and waterproof metal or plastic choice may be a better call.

Fabric

Many pool lounge chairs have fabric slings that provide seating and reclining surfaces. These are often made of quick-drying, weather-resistant materials like textilene, polyester, rattan, or faux wicker. If you have kids, we recommend avoiding rattan or wicker since they’re prone to breaking if you’re too rough on them.

The fabric on many loungers, including our top pick from Crestlive Products, is breathable to prevent puddles or water buildup. Most lounge chairs these days have UV treatments to prevent fading, too.

Many outdoor cushions use a synthetic fabric designed for long-term weather-resistance outdoors, though we still recommend pulling your cushions inside or covering your chairs during inclement weather.

Design

The design and general style of your poolside lounge chair depends largely on the style of your pool and backyard as well as your personal taste. Many options have reclining backs, while specialty picks have awnings for shade, rocking feet, wheels, or connected side tables.

How We Selected

In choosing these pool lounge chairs, we considered several factors including the fabric material, the sturdiness of the frame, portability and storage options, and how the chairs hold up to rain and sunlight over time. During our research, we researched hundreds of chairs before making our final decisions, with quality of materials and durability as top considerations.

We cover a wide range of styles as mentioned above, and offer choices across price points, from budget to high-end. We also feature pool loungers sold individually and in sets, and note when other options and colors are available so you can find the right fit for your pool.

Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair

This chair is friendly on the wallet and designed for sturdiness and durability, but its look is sleek and modern. The frame is made from powder-coated, rust-proof aluminum, so you can leave the chair outdoors and uncovered without any damage.

The lounger’s woven fabric is quick-drying, breathable, and UV-resistant, improving the longevity of the chair even if you like to hop right out of the pool and lie down.

The sling seat provides plenty of support and the back adjusts to five positions for reading, napping, or chatting with the neighbors. Customers rate it highly for its value and ease of assembly, and it’s sold individually or in a set of two.

All-Weather Wicker Chaise Lounge Chairs

Slide-out shelving is one of the top features of this chaise lounge set from Waroom with side tables wide enough for a book, tablet, and of course, a refreshing drink.

The removable headrests allow you to adjust your chair to support your neck and prop you up nicely to catch all the best rays from the sun.

The steel-frame chairs are wrapped in all-weather PE rattan that won’t fade, rot, or mildew. The cushions are covered in a fade-resistant polyester fabric, and their covers zip off for cleaning in the washer.

Each cushion is 2.3 inches thick, so you can expect a lot more comfort and support on these chairs than many other options.

Acacia Wood Chaise Lounge

This acacia lounger has sleek Scandinavian lines, high armrests, and an all-weather cushion to give you a classic, old-school design that fits in with any style of pool.

The backrest adjusts to four positions for customizable comfort, and the built-in wheels make it easy to maneuver throughout your yard, and out of the rain or heat when not in use.

The lounger also comes with a pull out side table where you can rest your drinks, books, or plate of snacks. Plus, it looks damn good.

Rebello Sun Lounger Set

This set is hard to beat when it comes to looks and comfort. The wicker-and-metal chaise is adjustable, and features a curved back for extra comfort. The material is quick-drying, weather-resistant, and the lounger comes with five reclining positions.

The resin wicker exterior matches well with most backyards both modern and pastiche, and the design is built to work with outdoor pillows and cushioning. (We recommend this cushion from Mainstays.)

Folding Lounge Chairs

This set of two poolside lounge chairs is an excellent value, with a solid lineup of attractive features. For starters, they have detachable side trays and headrest pillows, plus the chairs recline to an impressive seven positions.

They’re covered in an eye-catching, woven polyester fabric that’s PVC-coated for waterproofing and durability, supported by lightweight aluminum frames.

The quick-folding design makes them easy to carry and store, and reviewers praise their quality, low price, and versatility.

Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair

For a portable option, the Veikous pool lounge chair fits as comfortably on your deck as it does folded up in the trunk of your car on the way to the beach.

Alongside the adjustable head pillow and ridiculously light 13-pound frame, the lounge chair comes with a detachable pocket you can store your water bottle or book off the sand.

The four reclining levels aren’t the only adjustable feature as you can also fold the front legs down for a more relaxed position. The only drawback is the relatively low weight limit.

Kai Shelf Pool Lounger Set

For a lounger you can use not just next to the pool, but in the pool, these loungers from Floating Luxuries are worth considering. (Note that these aren’t made to float while you sit, but rather rest in a shallow spot—they’re heavy so they sit on the bottom.)

The loungers, which are a set of two, come equipped with a space for your drink beside your right arm and, notably, a phone storage spot in the upper corner of the chair, away from the water.

The in-pool design means the entire lounger is 100% waterproof, and each seat has a drainage hold in the middle to prevent the pooling of water.

Thhe chairs are also perfectly suitable for using on land, so no matter where you set them up, they’re a comfortable and ergonomic choice.

Chaise Lounge Chairs Set

These Sesslife chaise lounge chairs are designed to keep you laying down and relaxed without a care in the world. With six different recliner settings and an adjustable headrest, you have more customizable comfort in your hands than nearly any of our other recommendations.

The cushioned top comes in four different color combinations. The cushioning itself is also water resistant and treated to not fade when expose to harmful UV rays.

Each chair comes with a side tray where you can place your snacks, drinks, or a book with ease instead of just dropping them on the ground where water (or kids) can easily ruin them.

Mirabel Long Reclining Single Pool Chaise

The Etta Avenue Mirabel reclining chaise is built for stretched out sunbathing more than anything else. The slightly curved design cradles your body nicely without cramping your legs up, and the extra long design means you can stretch out completely without your feet dangling off the end.

The chairs are also relatively easy to store with foldable legs that tuck underneath, and the curved design makes it easy to stack one on top of the other.

Unlike some other options, you can start using this chair right out of the box as it comes fully assembled, so for the particularly unhandy (or, perhaps, a little lazy), this option is for you.

Chaise Lounge Chair Swing

You can chill out the shade—or not—with this lounger, as it features a removable UV-resistant polyester shade canopy. The curved lounge chair is suspended from a powder-coated steel frame, which allows you to gently rock back and forth.

The 2-inch thick weather-resistant polyester tie-on cushion adds extra comfort and support, plus it features a removable headrest.

There's no doubt this lounger is meant for all-day relaxing, and it gets an average 4.5 stars from more than 5,000 reviewers. If you want to add a pop of color to your patio or deck, it's available in five bright hues in addition to the charcoal gray that's shown.

Breton Long Reclining Chaise Lounge Set

The Sol 72 Outdoors Breton chaise lounge set is built with a sleek, universal design that would be just as comfortable on a modern resort pool as your backyard.

The lounge chairs are made wicker with an iron frame for added durability. The wicker is UV protected and water resistant, so it will be safe to use under all weather conditions.

The chair comes in three different colors to fit the theme and style of your yard more accurately.

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