From Memorial Day to Labor Day, Dallasites practically live poolside to escape the Texas heat. Lucky for us, the city’s best pools are serving more than just sunshine.
Whether you’re craving a swim-up margarita, buttery lobster roll, or a tropical cocktail served in coconut, these destinations are pairing fun in the sun with crave-worthy food and drinks. Here are Dallas’ best pools to eat, sip, and soak up the rays.
Bowie House
For a summer escape fit for a cattle baron, head to Bowie House. The Two Michelin Key Fort Worth hotel blends Western heritage, local culture, and modern luxury, and its Terrace Pool is one of the city’s most stylish pools to soak up the rays at. Lounge poolside with a sip of a frozen cocktail from Whinny’s, the hotel’s seasonal poolside restaurant. Whinny’s offers an array of ideal warm-weather favorites such as fresh salads, crisp crudités, and ice cream sandwiches for a treat. Pool passes and cabana reservations are available online. 3700 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, auberge.com/bowie-house
Tiki Social at Omni Las Colinas
It’s a Tiki takeover at Omni Las Colinas. For a second year, select Omni Hotels have partnered with tiki historian Jeff “Beachbum” Berry on Tiki Social, a limited-time menu of tropical-inspired cocktails. At Omni Las Colinas’ lakeside pool, enjoy The Coconutty Islander, a picturesque blend of rum, coconut, passion fruit liqueur, coconut water, lime, and macadamia liqueur served in a fresh coconut. Cabanas dressed in tiki decor add to the transportive atmosphere. Pair cocktails such as the Mai Tai Have Another or Kona Coasting with specialty dishes including crab rangoon dip, a tiki platter, and pineapple and Spam fried rice. Pool passes and cabana rentals are available through ResortPass. 221 Las Colinas Blvd. E, Irving, omnihotels.com
Parkside Pool and Bar at HALL Park Hotel
Perched seven stories above Frisco, HALL Park Hotel’s rooftop pool is a hidden oasis overlooking Kaleidoscope Park. The serene retreat offers a welcomed escape from Frisco’s constant growth, with panoramic views best enjoyed with cocktails and bites from Parkside Pool and Bar. Once the sun sets, head downstairs to Palato. The concept serves Neapolitan pizza, hearty pastas, and wood-fired entrees, best enjoyed with a crisp glass of Hall Sauvignon Blanc. Day passes are available through ResortPass. 3320 Internet Blvd., Frisco, hallparkhotel.com
The Deep End at Kimpton The Pittman Hotel
Dating back to the early 20th century, Kimpton The Pittman Hotel is one of Deep Ellum’s most enticing summer hideaways. Stop by the poolside bar and lounge The Deep End, and relax in a plush lounge chair with fried green Tomato caprese sandwiches, charred peach salads, and mini lobster rolls. Cool off with a Deep End frosé, prickly pear paloma freeze, pineapple coconut daiquiri, and watermelon mint margarita. For party vibes, the Cannonball, a 32-ounce sharable cocktail with rum, pineapple, passion fruit, lime, and sparkling wine, is a must. Pool and cabanas are available on ResortPass. 2551 Elm St., Dallas, pittmanhoteldallas.com
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa
The Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa is going all-in on summer. The Summer of Glow programming includes drone shows, neon-lit mini golf, and complimentary s’mores kits, while the Summer Scoop package sweetens a stat with unlimited ice cream and an upgrade featuring the massive 13-scoop Lone Star Legendary Sundae. At the all-ages family pool, guests can enjoy fruity cocktails from the Omni Tiki Social activation. For adults-only fun, the sixth-floor infinity pool pairs golf views with a Veuve Cliquot-soaked reprieve. Book a staycation, or head to ResortPass for a day pass. 4341 PGA Parkway, Frisco, omnihotels.com
JadeWaters at Hilton Anatole
Three words: Swim up margaritas. JadeWaters at Hilton Anatole is a family-friendly waterpark, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t any fun for the adults. With one of few swim-up bars in Leisure Cove, guests can order spicy margarita or a Garrison Brothers-spiked tea without ever leaving the water. Between lawn games, foam parties, DJs, and pool games, everyone will work up an appetite. JadeWaters offers everything from chicken tenders and burgers to fresh fruit and vegetables. Visitors can book the JadeWaters Fun Package, which includes a $75 nightly dining credit, $20 Jade Arcade credit, complimentary parking, and access to the resort pool complex. 2201 N. Stemmons Fwy., Dallas, hilton.com
Hotel Dax
Hotel Dax is the new kid on the block. Located in Addison, the hotel brings a fresh hospitality concept to North Texas’ busiest dining destinations, complete with Waterloom Pool Lounge, a laid-back getaway complete with glistening waters and oversized poolside TVs. Slather on the SPF, and settle in with a hand-fired pizza, wraps, and frozen cocktails. For frequent visitors, The Dax Social monthly membership gives you pool access, and 10% at chef Dustin Lee’s Top Brass, Bar Dax, and Waterloom. 14315 Midway Rd., Addison, hoteldaxaddison.com
Village Beach Club at The Village Dallas
Summer’s hottest pool is giving Dallasites unlimited access. For $A1299, the Village Beach Club’s All-In Summer Pass grants access to the pool Monday through Friday, along with VIP perks and guaranteed entry to sold-out events through September 30. The 34,000-square-foot venue features a swim-up bar, heated lap pool, hot tub, beach-style lounge, plus plenty of crave-worthy eats. The menu ranges from chicken caesar wraps, gochujang cauliflower bites, and barbacoa tacos to acai bowls. Behind the bar, the Spicy Mamacita, with Jalapeño-infused Socorro blanco tequila, and a Prickly Pear Lemon Drop are standouts. Day passes and memberships can be purchased online. 5670 Village Glen Dr., Dallas, villagebeachclub.com
WorldSprings
Why settle for one pool when you can choose from 46? WorldSprings is a passport-free voyage through more than 40 mineral-rich waters inspired by renowned soaking destinations around the world. Unwind in the mineral-rich waters akin to Italy’s Chianciano Terme and South Korea’s Osaek Springs. As you soak, attendants circulate with drinks and bites from the Springs Cafe & Bar. The nourishing, globally-influenced menu follows the script with, with options such as a falafel wrap, chilled soba bowl, smoothies, pressed juices, and grab-and-go snacks. For something spirited, sip a WorldSprings Margarita, fruity Nanea Sunset, herbaceous Mediterranean Garden or a Kyoto Highball. 3240 Plano Parkway, The Colony, worldsprings.com
The Joule
The Joule is Dallas’ crown jewel, and its cantilevered pool is one of the city’s most iconic. Suspended over Downtown Dallas, the pool delivers skyline views that are best enjoyed with a 1530 Passion Street in hand. The fizzy cocktail combines Mount Gay rum, passion fruit, lime, mint, and Topo Chico. From the kitchen, snack on Gulf Shrimp cocktail, Texas Bibb salad, and smoked brisket quesadillas. Saturdays bring an extra shot of energy with recurring pop-ups by LALO Tequila, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Mur Mur Rum, plus giveaways and more throughout the season. Reservations can be made on ResortPass. 1530 Main St., Dallas, thejouledallas.com
