I came here on a Sunday with my best friend after a super long weekend in Vegas so my brain was pretty fried by the time we got here. Finding the pool was all kinds of difficult. We had to check in at two locations before we were finally at the damn place.
Unlike the other so-called party pools, Tao Beach is pretty calm. Definitely more upscale than Wet Republic or Ditch Fridays. The cabanas are really nice and the cocktails are great. There is this one muddled grape cocktail they serve that I am obsessed with. Since the summer I've searched hugh and low for a place that has that similar drink and Fraiche in Culver City has a good imitation. Nothing beats the original though! The staff is super good looking and attentive.
Ok so this place has two pools. The smaller one is in the back and is the size of my jacuzzi. This pool is awkward to be in because all the couples are practically getting it on right next to you. Yikes. Quick! Escape to the other pool! Wtf? A wading pool? Ok I'm not expecting to swim laps but this pool made me feel extra claustrophobic. They did have a really cool live band come in the afternoon that I liked. Come here for the nice staff and delicious drinks. That's all.