What better way to while away a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon than a leisurely brunch with unlimited food, drink, and live entertainment? Why, a brunch with pool access, of course!
A brunch with pool access is one of the best ways to spend part of your weekend in Abu Dhabi. It combines gourmet grub with the chance for a refreshing dip.
Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated international spread or simpler snack-style foods, this article rounds up some of the best brunches with pool access around the city!
Note that some of the brunches mentioned are seasonal (running during the cooler months only) and tables do get booked up quickly. This guide needs a 2025-26 update – many restaurants have now ceased offering pool access as outline below; please call in advance to avoid any disappointment.
Nahaam 2.0, Conrad Abu Dhabi
Reopening on 12 October 2024, you can enjoy the best gourmet dining and poolside fun at Conrad Abu Dhabi. Spend the afternoon sampling a variety of dishes from each of the hotel’s amazing restaurants served at live cooking stations.
Whether you want authentic Italian cuisine from Sole, or traditional Lebanese classics, your palate will certainly be satisfied by this high-calibre spread. Once you’ve had your fill of savoury favourites, indulge in some of the best desserts to be found anywhere in Abu Dhabi!
With a live band and complimentary beach and pool access, this is a brunch not to be missed!
Packages start at AED 395 for the soft drinks package and AED 525 for house beverages, including pool/beach access (this may have been removed for winter 2025-26, please check when booking)
- Saturdays 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm
- Conrad Hotel, Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, Tel +971 2 811 5555
- Click here to learn more and book
Splash-Tastic Family Brunch
A newbie for 2024, this poolside brunch has replaced the regular Saturday favourite at Fairways in Vogo (formerly the Westin).
Now, it is an outside affair with a very casual feel, perfect for catching up with mates while entertaining the kids. Expect live entertainment with DJ Keith Dibbs, games hosted by Dyallan & Dillon, and a BBQ grill keeping tummies fed.
Packages start from AED 99 for kids, AED 199 for Soft drinks, and AED 319 for House beverages.
- Saturdays 13:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Shades, Abu Dhabi Golf Club
(It looks to have finished now for 2025; they have taken down their website).
Latest Recipe, Le Meridien
A great value option can currently be found at Le Meridien. Brunch can be enjoyed on a Saturday at Latest Recipe, starting from AED 139 for soft packages and AED 219 for house. Add AED 50 pp to get pool and beach access after brunch.
- Saturday 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Le Meridien Abu Dhabi, Tourist Club Area
- Click here to learn more and book
Broadway Brunch & Beach Emirates Palace
Broadway at Emirates Palace offers an elegant three-course Saturday brunch with table service and a sophisticated set menu of share plates. Thanks to its excellent mocktails, it is ideal for adults, teens, and non-drinkers.
While it’s not your typical Abu Dhabi buffet brunch and lacks kids’ entertainment, the experience is elevated by post-meal access to the luxurious beach club, complete with pools, slides, and a lazy river.
This is an excellent choice for those seeking a refined, quieter brunch followed by a relaxing afternoon in one of the city’s most iconic resorts. For younger families, the Sunday Roast with Kids Palace entertainment might be a better fit, though note this doesn’t come with the beach access.
- Saturday 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Mandarin Oriental Emirates Palace
- See our full review of Broadway’s Brunch and Beach
Ibiza Pool Party, Cafe Del Mar
This is one of our favourite adult-only weekend pool brunches, with the emphasis on pool over beach. Join the Saturday ‘Ibiza’ pool party, which offers free flow on selected beverages and unlimited visits to the BBQ. Pool access, towels, and loungers are all part of the deal at this chilled-out outdoor brunch event.
Packages start at AED 399 per person, including pool access.
- Saturdays 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
- Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, Tel 050 402 2283
- Click here to learn more and book
Safina, Saadiyat Beach Club
The Saadiyat Beach Club Brunch at Safina Restaurant is a fantastic choice for families and couples. It offers a delicious array of tempting treats.
The new ‘Farm to Beach’ brunch champions fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. There’s a large variety of fresh seafood and live cooking stations serving grilled meats, salads, and pasta dishes. Dine Al Fresco beneath the palms or relax indoors in the elegant and stylish Safina restaurant. There’s also a fantastic kids’ club to entertain the little ones!
Packages start at 345 AED for the soft drink package and AED 445 for the house beverage package. Brunch guests can purchase a Beach Club Day Pass, which provides access to the beach, pool, gym, and other facilities for an additional 200 AED pp.
- Saturdays 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm
- Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, Tel +971 2 656 3500
- Click here to learn more and book
Verso, Grand Hyatt
The La Famiglia Brunch at Verso offers an Italian-style table service brunch that’s fun for the whole family. With top-notch food, children’s activities, and pool and beach access, this is undoubtedly one of the best ways to spend time together on a Saturday.
(This may have been removed for winter 2025-26. Please check when booking as we understand the brunch restaurant has changed to )
Packages start at AED 180 for the soft drink package and AED 280 for the house beverage package, which includes pool and beach access.
- Saturdays 1.00 pm – 4.00 pm
- Grand Hyatt, Abu Dhabi, Tel +971 2 510 1234
- Click here to learn more and book Verso for brunch
Capila Sunday Brunch, Hilton Abu Dhabi
Capila Pool Bar & Grill is the hottest new thing in town, making a splash with the family crowd for a chilled-out Sunday afternoon that combines a satisfying brunch with poolside relaxation. It’s the only one on this listing that is truly poolside for the whole afternoon.
Enjoy a three-course brunch-style menu with live entertainment from a DJ and a performing duo, while children avail the pool and Kids Club.
Packages start at AED 165 for the soft drinks package and AED 290 for house packages with pool access. One child under 10 is permitted complimentary with each adult. You can also get a 30% spa discount to add an extra special treat to your afternoon of relaxation.
- Sundays 12:30 pm – 4.00 pm
- Hilton Abu Dabi, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Tel: 02 208 6900
- Click here to learn more and book
Amerigos, Park Inn
Mexican food enthusiasts will adore this Central American-inspired brunch, complete with complimentary pool access! Served indoors, this fiesta-style brunch experience is definitely something to taco about!
Packages start at AED 169 for the soft drink package and AED 269 for the house beverage package, including pool access.
- Saturdays 12.30 pm – 4.00 pm
- Park Inn, Yas Plaza, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Tel: 02 656 2222
- Click here to learn more and book
AT25, The Marriott Downtown
Looking for a cost-effective, lazy Saturday by the pool? Then why not try brunch at AT25? Here, you’ll get access to the pool, unlimited house beverages, and an unlimited array of dishes for just 150 AED! There’s also live entertainment! What more could you want for your Saturday?
Packages start at AED 150 and include pool access and alcoholic beverages.
Even better, their staycay packages start from AED 799++ for couples to enjoy a night in a deluxe room, brunch at AT25, and breakfast on Sunday morning at Kuzbar (seasonal offer).
- Saturdays, 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm
- Marriott Downtown, Abu Dhabi,
- Click here to learn more and book
PJ’s Pool Party
A newcomer in November 2024, PJ’s has a Sunday afternoon offering with a Pool Party included. Enjoy unlimited F&B while cooling off poolside with prices starting at AED 175.
- Sundays 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Click here to learn more and book (another one where the link has gone, so we think it’s finished for the winter 2024/25 season)
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