Glow - Poolside Sports Bar

Glow is the poolside restaurant and sports bar at the Aloft Abu Dhabi, a casual all-day venue built around a clean, well-kept pool area with a laid-back atmosphere that suits both families and solo travellers. The format is simple: order from the bar or your lounger, eat poolside or at the bar terrace, and watch sport on the jumbo screen in the evening. A 100 AED day pass for non-hotel guests is fully redeemable on food and drinks, which makes this one of the better-value pool day options in the city. The menu covers the casual poolside register without overreaching. The wagyu burger draws specific praise for its quality, the fajitas and chicken quesadillas are reliable, and the club sandwich and salads work well as lighter options. Smoothies are fresh and well-blended, and the cocktail list - the strawberry daiquiri in particular - is stronger than expected for a pool bar. Fruit platters make a good shared option for families. The team creates a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. Staff are quick to set up loungers, towels, and ice water on arrival, and the pool-bar service maintains an easy rhythm throughout the day - attentive without hovering. The setting is tranquil enough for a relaxing afternoon but has enough energy to sustain an evening watching sport. The kitchen closes around 23:00, so plan dinner accordingly.