At the southern end of the Strip looms the massive ancient-Egypt-themed Luxor Hotel & Casino, which offers affordable rates, a mix of dated and contemporary rooms, and the typical array of resort features. In terms of room count, this upper-middle-range colossal hotel-casino is second only to the MGM Grand, with around 4,400 rooms and 487 suites, all of which have flat-screen TVs, sitting areas, and safes, but no coffeemakers or fridges. A daily resort fee (common for Vegas) covers Wi-Fi. Four outdoor swimming pools, gay-friendly summer pool parties, a 120,000-square-foot casino, the world's largest atrium, a giant sphinx, quality spa, and a host of dining, entertainment, and nightlife options help the Luxor Hotel Las Vegas stand out among its extravagant neighbors. It’s about half the price as the nearby Mandalay Bay, though it’s not nearly as luxe. Paris Las Vegas offers a similarly priced themed stay with more impressive rooms.
At the southern end of the Strip looms the massive ancient-Egypt-themed Luxor Hotel & Casino, which offers affordable rates, a mix of dated and contemporary rooms, and the typical array of resort features. In terms of room count, this upper-middle-range colossal hotel-casino is second only to the MGM Grand, with around 4,400 rooms and 487 suites, all of which have flat-screen TVs, sitting areas, and safes, but no coffeemakers or fridges. A daily resort fee (common for Vegas) covers Wi-Fi. Four outdoor swimming pools, gay-friendly summer pool parties, a 120,000-square-foot casino, the world's largest atrium, a giant sphinx, quality spa, and a host of dining, entertainment, and nightlife options help the Luxor Hotel Las Vegas stand out among its extravagant neighbors. It’s about half the price as the nearby Mandalay Bay, though it’s not nearly as luxe. Paris Las Vegas offers a similarly priced themed stay with more impressive rooms.
This 3,933-room Italian "villa" is the embodiment of Las Vegas luxury. The elaborate Italian-themed courtyard is one of many highlights, with five swimming pools, elaborate sculptures, and fountains. Rooms are sophisticated and contemporary, and all have marble bathrooms with separate glass showers and soaking tubs. Guests (mostly couples, and a healthy dose of families and business travelers) will find formal room service, a superb fitness center and spa, and the best buffet on the Strip; attractions such as the indoor botanical gardens and the dancing fountains are world-famous. Cirque du Soleil performs here, and the massive gaming floor is one of the best in Vegas. The Bellagio has prices to match its five-pearl service; in terms of competition, only the Encore and the Cosmopolitan can compare.
This 3,933-room Italian "villa" is the embodiment of Las Vegas luxury. The elaborate Italian-themed courtyard is one of many highlights, with five swimming pools, elaborate sculptures, and fountains. Rooms are sophisticated and contemporary, and all have marble bathrooms with separate glass showers and soaking tubs. Guests (mostly couples, and a healthy dose of families and business travelers) will find formal room service, a superb fitness center and spa, and the best buffet on the Strip; attractions such as the indoor botanical gardens and the dancing fountains are world-famous. Cirque du Soleil performs here, and the massive gaming floor is one of the best in Vegas. The Bellagio has prices to match its five-pearl service; in terms of competition, only the Encore and the Cosmopolitan can compare.
Opened in August 2008, the 478-room Club 36 is a time-share hotel with clean, modern suites equipped with full kitchens, dishwashers, and washers and dryers. But the indoor pool, noisy planes over the sundeck, limited dining, and remote location don't make it an ideal pick.
Opened in August 2008, the 478-room Club 36 is a time-share hotel with clean, modern suites equipped with full kitchens, dishwashers, and washers and dryers. But the indoor pool, noisy planes over the sundeck, limited dining, and remote location don't make it an ideal pick.
A business hotel beside the Convention Center with sleek interiors, a great gym and an excellent steakhouse. Rooms are standard and boring; suites can accommodate large parties and families. The scene at this non-gaming, off-the-Strip Marriott property is mostly conventioneers, and wouldn't be fun for leisure travelers.
A business hotel beside the Convention Center with sleek interiors, a great gym and an excellent steakhouse. Rooms are standard and boring; suites can accommodate large parties and families. The scene at this non-gaming, off-the-Strip Marriott property is mostly conventioneers, and wouldn't be fun for leisure travelers.
The upper-middle-range Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations is a massive 1200-unit timeshare property that offers spacious suites on the Vegas Strip. It's a non-gaming hotel and a bit limited on features -- there's no full restaurant here and room service is not 24-hours -- but it does have an attractive outdoor pool with a seasonal poolside bar serving food, as well as a lobby bar and a Starbucks cafe. The fitness center is well equipped with Precor machines. Suites, with up to four bedrooms, are sleek and modern, and come with kitchenettes/full kitchens. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill them with natural light, and larger units add extras like whirlpool tubs. For an alternative with more features, the neighboring Planet Hollywood has a casino and several restaurants, plus rooms are more stylish.
The upper-middle-range Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations is a massive 1200-unit timeshare property that offers spacious suites on the Vegas Strip. It's a non-gaming hotel and a bit limited on features -- there's no full restaurant here and room service is not 24-hours -- but it does have an attractive outdoor pool with a seasonal poolside bar serving food, as well as a lobby bar and a Starbucks cafe. The fitness center is well equipped with Precor machines. Suites, with up to four bedrooms, are sleek and modern, and come with kitchenettes/full kitchens. Floor-to-ceiling windows fill them with natural light, and larger units add extras like whirlpool tubs. For an alternative with more features, the neighboring Planet Hollywood has a casino and several restaurants, plus rooms are more stylish.
Paris Las Vegas is an upscale hotel and casino situated in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Its 2,916 spacious rooms have Baroque-inspired decor, plus iHome docks, large flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms. The huge property -- including the casino -- is meant to evoke an evening in Paris, complete with a massive Eiffel Tower that draws visitors from across Vegas. There are 14 restaurants that get positive reviews, including French, sushi, and Italian options. The huge pool has a laid-back vibe, and entertainment includes adult shows and live music. Other amenities include a spa, gym, and a shopping area with boutiques and cafes. Travelers wanting an on-Strip stay with a clubbier vibe and fun extras like a Flowrider surfing pool may want to check out Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino instead.
Paris Las Vegas is an upscale hotel and casino situated in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Its 2,916 spacious rooms have Baroque-inspired decor, plus iHome docks, large flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms. The huge property -- including the casino -- is meant to evoke an evening in Paris, complete with a massive Eiffel Tower that draws visitors from across Vegas. There are 14 restaurants that get positive reviews, including French, sushi, and Italian options. The huge pool has a laid-back vibe, and entertainment includes adult shows and live music. Other amenities include a spa, gym, and a shopping area with boutiques and cafes. Travelers wanting an on-Strip stay with a clubbier vibe and fun extras like a Flowrider surfing pool may want to check out Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino instead.
One block from the Fremont Street Experience, the 362-room El Cortez is a solid value pick in downtown Vegas. Standard rooms are small and dated, but renovated Cabana Suites are bursting with bright colors, and the four individually decorated Designer Suites feature cool design details. Like most hotels in downtown Vegas, El Cortez lacks a pool and has limited dining choices, though its casino restaurant, Siegel's 1941, has a retro brasserie vibe that pays tribute to the hotel's midcentury vintage. Travelers could consider the nearby Golden Nugget, which has two pools and several restaurant options including buffets and steakhouses, as an alternative, but its location isn't as quiet.
One block from the Fremont Street Experience, the 362-room El Cortez is a solid value pick in downtown Vegas. Standard rooms are small and dated, but renovated Cabana Suites are bursting with bright colors, and the four individually decorated Designer Suites feature cool design details. Like most hotels in downtown Vegas, El Cortez lacks a pool and has limited dining choices, though its casino restaurant, Siegel's 1941, has a retro brasserie vibe that pays tribute to the hotel's midcentury vintage. Travelers could consider the nearby Golden Nugget, which has two pools and several restaurant options including buffets and steakhouses, as an alternative, but its location isn't as quiet.
The highlights at this Westin are the brand's signature features: a large, modern gym, a great spa, and the Heavenly Bed. The dark atmosphere, dated decor, and sub-par upkeep diminish this mid-priced hotel's appeal. But travelers who want to be close to the Strip but away from the crowds will appreciate the location.
The highlights at this Westin are the brand's signature features: a large, modern gym, a great spa, and the Heavenly Bed. The dark atmosphere, dated decor, and sub-par upkeep diminish this mid-priced hotel's appeal. But travelers who want to be close to the Strip but away from the crowds will appreciate the location.
Sexy, swanky, and downright seductive, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas redefines luxury on the Las Vegas Strip. The 3,027-room behemoth is a destination all its own, with a glamorous 100,000-square-foot casino, 30 name-dropping dining venues, six iconic bars, two stunning outdoor pools, and more Instagram-worthy spots than you can fit into a weekend getaway. For young, well-heeled travelers in search of a little Vegas risqué, the Cosmopolitan is the ultimate option. Families, older couples, and anyone else looking for something a bit more subdued will feel more comfortable at the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas.
Sexy, swanky, and downright seductive, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas redefines luxury on the Las Vegas Strip. The 3,027-room behemoth is a destination all its own, with a glamorous 100,000-square-foot casino, 30 name-dropping dining venues, six iconic bars, two stunning outdoor pools, and more Instagram-worthy spots than you can fit into a weekend getaway. For young, well-heeled travelers in search of a little Vegas risqué, the Cosmopolitan is the ultimate option. Families, older couples, and anyone else looking for something a bit more subdued will feel more comfortable at the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas.
The 643-suite Marriott's Grand Chateau is a mid-range time-share property located right across from Planet Hollywood and a five-minute walk from the Strip. Spacious Guest Rooms or Villas have pleasantly homey decor and come equipped with full kitchens, living rooms, and dining areas, plus they have washers/dryers. Two outdoor pools include a small rooftop option, plus both pools have bars -- one of which serves food like cheeseburgers. There's no full restaurant on-site, but there is a 24/7 marketplace. Fitness facilities are modern and impressive, but there's no spa or casino. The hotel is one of few properties that doesn't tack on a resort fee, plus it offers free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. As an alternative, the Hilton Grand Vacations on the Boulevard has a spa and bigger pools.
The 643-suite Marriott's Grand Chateau is a mid-range time-share property located right across from Planet Hollywood and a five-minute walk from the Strip. Spacious Guest Rooms or Villas have pleasantly homey decor and come equipped with full kitchens, living rooms, and dining areas, plus they have washers/dryers. Two outdoor pools include a small rooftop option, plus both pools have bars -- one of which serves food like cheeseburgers. There's no full restaurant on-site, but there is a 24/7 marketplace. Fitness facilities are modern and impressive, but there's no spa or casino. The hotel is one of few properties that doesn't tack on a resort fee, plus it offers free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. As an alternative, the Hilton Grand Vacations on the Boulevard has a spa and bigger pools.