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    The Manhattan Lounge

    Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi

    Bar in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Why go

    The Manhattan Lounge is worth choosing for a polished Saadiyat Island drink, especially before dinner or as a late nightcap at the St. Regis. Do not treat it as a food-first booking: the verified case is stronger on resort atmosphere, smart-casual comfort, easy late-evening use than on cuisine or signature dishes.

    About The Manhattan Lounge

    The Manhattan Lounge is an Abu Dhabi venue with a price point of $60 per person, daily late hours, a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, the safest way to plan is to avoid assuming a specific cuisine, menu format, service style, or hotel-setting experience unless you confirm it directly with the venue before going.

    That makes the recommendation practical rather than speculative: choose it when the posted hours and price suit your evening, when a smart casual Abu Dhabi lounge fits the occasion. If you need a specific dining format, dietary accommodation, signature drinks list, or destination-meal experience, verify those details in advance.

    Use it as a flexible evening option, not a fully defined dining plan

    The schedule is the strongest planning detail: The Manhattan Lounge is open daily from 4 PM to 2 AM. That makes it easier to consider for an evening or late-night stop in Abu Dhabi, especially when you want something available beyond standard dinner hours.

    The food and beverage case should stay general because no specific menu, cuisine, cocktail program, or dining format is here. For a fuller dinner search, ’s full Abu Dhabi restaurants guide is the better place to compare restaurant options, while the full Abu Dhabi bars guide can help if the night should revolve around a bar choice. For The Manhattan Lounge specifically, plan around the confirmed price, hours, dress code.

    Who should choose The Manhattan Lounge in Abu Dhabi

    This is a reasonable fit for people who want an Abu Dhabi venue with late daily hours and a smart casual expectation. The dress code is useful to know before arriving: it suggests dressing neatly without assuming a formal dinner requirement.

    The value case depends on what you need from the night. At $60 per person, it may make sense if the timing, location in Abu Dhabi, smart casual setting match your plans.

    Plan the rest of the evening around details

    Use the confirmed hours as the main starting point: The Manhattan Lounge is open every day from 4 PM to 2 AM. Abu Dhabi evenings can involve multiple stops, so the late closing time may be useful if you are planning after-dinner plans or a later meet-up. For visitors comparing the wider trip, Pearl’s Abu Dhabi hotels guide can help with broader stay planning.

    For a broader shortlist, compare The Manhattan Lounge with other dining and bar options in Abu Dhabi generically rather than assuming it serves a specific role. The grounded decision is simple: choose The Manhattan Lounge if its Abu Dhabi location, $60 per person price, 4 PM to 2 AM daily hours, smart casual dress code fit your evening.

    Venue detailsWheelchair Accessible
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    Planning details

    Location
    St Regis Hotel main entrance for cars - Al Saadiyat Island - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    Website
    stregissaadiyatisland.com/themanhattanlounge
    Phone
    +971 2 498 8443
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Upscale and clubby yet relaxed, with plush lounge seating, dim atmospheric lighting, and a polished hotel-bar feel that extends onto a terrace overlooking the resort’s landscaped grounds and sea, ideal for pre-dinner cocktails or nightcaps.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ElegantSophisticatedRomantic

    Best For

    Date NightAfter WorkLate Night

    Experience

    WaterfrontTerraceHotel Bar

    Format

    Seated BarLounge SeatingOutdoor Terrace

    View

    WaterfrontGarden

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Hotel Bar
    Late Night
    Closes by Midnight
    Music
    Low Key Lounge and Background Music Suitable for Conversation.

    Signature Pours

    • Arabian Snapper
    • Bloody Mary variations
    Planning details

    Location

    St Regis Hotel main entrance for cars - Al Saadiyat Island - SDN1 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates · Directions

    +971 2 498 8443

    stregissaadiyatisland.com/themanhattanlounge

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • The St. Regis Pool & Beach Bar, Notable alternative
    • Nasma Beachfront Bar, Notable alternative
    • Sama Lobby Lounge, Notable alternative
    • The Pool Avenue, Notable alternative
    • The Roof Bar @ Turtle Bay, Notable alternative
    Bar context

    How It Compares

    The St. Regis Pool & Beach Bar is the cleaner pick when outdoor atmosphere is the point; The Manhattan Lounge makes more sense when the group wants an indoor hotel-lounge setting and an easier, lower-commitment stop near the St. Regis arrival flow. For value, the better choice depends on how long the group plans to stay: a lounge drink is efficient, while a pool or beach bar earns its keep through setting.

    Nasma Beachfront Bar and The Roof Bar @ Turtle Bay are stronger cross-shops for guests who want the venue itself to carry the evening. Pick those for a more destination-style bar plan; pick The Manhattan Lounge when proximity, ease, conversation matter more than scenery.

    Sama Lobby Lounge is the closest peer for a lobby-led experience, while The Pool Avenue points more clearly toward a resort-day mood. If booking difficulty is the deciding factor, The Manhattan Lounge is the low-friction option; if the group expects a stronger sense of occasion, start with the beachfront or rooftop peers.

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    The Manhattan Lounge Abu Dhabi and similar venues
    VenueLocationAwards
    The Manhattan LoungeAbu DhabiNo published awards
    The St. Regis Pool & Beach BarAbu DhabiNo published awards
    Nasma Beachfront BarAbu DhabiNo published awards
    Sama Lobby LoungeAbu DhabiNo published awards
    The Pool AvenueAbu DhabiNo published awards
    The Roof Bar @ Turtle BayAbu DhabiNo published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is The Manhattan Lounge worth the prices?

    It depends on the occasion. The price is $60 per person, so it is most likely to make sense if the Abu Dhabi location, late hours, smart casual setting fit your plans.

    Is the food good at The Manhattan Lounge?
    What's the crowd like at The Manhattan Lounge?

    What is confirmed is that The Manhattan Lounge is in Abu Dhabi, has a smart casual dress code, is open daily from 4 PM to 2 AM.

    Is The Manhattan Lounge good for a date?

    It can be a practical date option if you want an Abu Dhabi venue with smart casual dress and late daily hours. For any specific atmosphere or seating expectations, check directly before booking.

    Do I need a reservation at The Manhattan Lounge?

    If the timing matters, contact The Manhattan Lounge directly before you go.

    Is The Manhattan Lounge open late?

    Yes. The Manhattan Lounge is open daily from 4 PM to 2 AM, so it can work for an evening or late-night stop in Abu Dhabi.