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If you ask us, there's no outdoor design element more luxurious than pool cabanas. While we're loyal fans of adjustable chaise lounges, we’re willing to go the extra mile and incorporate a cabana when we can. After all, cabanas do a little more than your typical poolside seating. The genius loungers provide a stylish vignette with shade, privacy, and, best of all, a refuge from the bugs.
So if your outdoor space is complete with a pool, this is your chance to jazz things up. Ahead, we’ve rounded up our top cabanas that do more than keep your precious pores from burns and bugs, these pieces elevate the look and feel of your backyard. Not to mention, they may even make you more of an outdoors person. Best of all, we found something for every type of yard—big and small.
From a contemporary option with 120 square feet of covered space to a wicker cube with circular openings and plush daybeds, there's plenty to consider. Our personal favorite? A Pottery Barn structure with adjustable day beds, Sunbrella curtains, and a built-in end table. And if you’d rather opt out of white glove delivery and build your cabana yourself, there are several DIY options as well. (Rest assured, they’re not hard to make!) Some, in fact, even come with a set of tools. No matter which one you choose—pre-made or ready-to-assemble—you’re bound to love this poolside purchase.
Finding the balance between a classic pergola and a traditional gazebo, this stylish cabana is ideal for anyone who loves hosting summer parties. With 120 square feet of covered space, you can fit a lot under this powder-coated steel roof. And what we love most are the curtains, which offer added privacy and, of course, a barrier against the bugs.
With its powder-coated aluminum frame, this anti-corrosion cabana can withstand all types of weather, from torrential downpours to UV indexes of nine or higher. There are also detachable curtains and netting that you can adjust through dual tracks or individually.
This cube-shaped daybed looks like something we'd find lining the pool of a luxury hotel in Miami. With space for two, it's a cozy oasis you'll want to use all summer—especially because it requires no maintenance. After all, the cushions, pillows, and curtains are all made of water-resistant polyester.
This daybed was quite literally built to weather any storm. Created with premium grade-A teak—the wood found on most luxury yachts—and resilient quick-dry foam cushions, this ethereal nook is the place to be on the hottest summer days. And with two adjustable chaises and a built-in side table, there's hardly any reason to get up after taking a seat. Lastly, you can customize the outdoor-proof fabric in any of Sunbrella's stylish patterns.
Complete with an open roof and two swinging benches, this Highwood structure isn't exactly your typical cabana, but we are into it. Available in three finishes—though we're partial to the black—this pergola works in any outdoor space.
There's no better excuse to snag this chic cacoon than the sale price. That's right, the circular (and modular) sofa that comes with its own adjustable shade is a whopping $4,800 off. And while the shade may look sheer, it offers full UV protection when you need it most.
With its sophisticated tiered roof and UV-, rust-, and water-resistant frame, this Purple Leaf gazebo doubles as the perfect poolside cabana. Moreover, our favorite element is something you can't see in the photo. It features a few U-shaped hooks along the frame to hang towels, lanterns, or even flower baskets.
This may look like a classic Balinese pergola, but it's more modern. Its beams are treated with powder-coated steel that, unlike wood, is maintenance- and rust-free. Plus, the convertible top lets you enjoy the stars at night and the shade during the day.
This UV-protected 12 by 15-foot solarium is like a miniature house, complete with durable polycarbonate panels, two sliding doors, and replaceable window screens. A word to the wise, it's not insulated, so you may not want to hang out in here in the dead of winter.
The size of your pool cabana depends on the size of your space. Ideally, your cabana is proportional to your pool area, but if you're short on space, the best size for the cabana should be big enough for at least one day bed.
There are two types of cabanas: temporary styles, which are made of canvas or vinyl, and fixed ones, which are permanent and often constructed of wood or metal.
The easiest way to elevate any pool is with a cabana and we've found the most stylish picks on the market at all different price points. You can even make the project more affordable by putting the cabana up yourself.
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