11 Best Pool Loungers and Deck Chairs for Summer

COMPILED BY Gina Dionisio


Time to recline in the sun.

Summer in South Africa calls for long lazy days outside by the pool or on the beach, and nothing beats a lounger when you want a little R&R in the sun. From classic and minimalist to bold and bright, the below list features our pick of the best loungers (and deck chairs) for the season.

Swaartberg Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Haldane Swaartberg Lounger

This simple but generous lounger by Haldane Martin will help you embrace the slow life. The low earthy base is made from durable Iroko (an African Hardwood) and a double thick memory foam mattress. | haldane.co.za

Printed Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Mr Price Home Printed Lounger

Foldable and lightweight, this graphic print lounger from Mr Price Home is ideal lazy days around the pool or at the beach. | mrphome.com

Zanzibar Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Weylandts Zanzibar Lounger

Made from durable polypropylene, Weylandts iconic outdoor range is all about contemporary African design with soul | weylandts.co.za

Palissade Chaise Longue

best pool loungers and deck chairs – HAY Palissade Chaise Longue

Palissade Chaise Longue is Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec’s outdoor line for HAY. These loungers are solid without bulkiness, elegant and non-fragile. Available locally from Crema Design. | cremadesign.co.za

Bali Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Coricraft Bali Lounger

Made from solid Teak wood with weather-resistant cushioning, the Bali Lounger from Coricraft is made to withstand all weather conditions. | coricraft.co.za

WAZ Outdoor European Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – WAZ Outdoor European Lounger

The WAZ Outdoor European Collection is amphibious by nature and therefore loves being in and out of the water. We love this European Lounger in eye-catching fuchsia. | wazoutdoor.com

Coast Occasional Set

best pool loungers and deck chairs – MØN Coast Occasional Set

For a laid-back feel on the patio or at the pool, MØN’s Coast Occasional Set features ergonomic design with a minimalist aesthetic. | monexteriors.com

Papa Sun Lounger

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Haldane Papa Sun Lounger

Spend all day sprawled upon Haldane Martin’s Papa Sun Lounger. The soft performance fabrics from Sunbrella are supportively scooped up by curved ribs of stainless steel solid rod with a round minimalist tube frame. Available in 21 colours. | haldane.co.za


3 Best Deck Chairs

From sleek and minimalist to retro chic, these are our top picks.

best pool loungers and deck chairs – The Llandudno Pop Chair

The Llandudno Pop Chair

These chairs pack away easily, are light and easy to transport. Available in 4 colourways: Bakoven (beige stripe), Boulders (blue stripe), Wilderness (green stripe) and Llandudno (yellow stripe).

R950 | thebeachbumscpt.com

best pool loungers and deck chairs – Wooden Beach Chair from Umbrellas

Wooden Beach Chair

The classic wooden beach chair – perfect for the patio or beach.

R900 | umbrellas.co.za

best pool loungers and deck chairs – RAW Iconic Outdoor Chair from Yuppiechef

The Beach Icon

RAW Iconic Outdoor Chair from Yuppiechef.

R2 349 | yuppiechef.com


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