When planning your trip to the notorious Sin City, you can’t overlook the most important aspect of your whole holiday: where you’ll be staying. Not only does your hotel set the whole vibe for the trip, but it’ll be your home base—and in a city known for its gambling and nightlife, why not go big and go home at the same time?
We’ve sussed out the best hotels Las Vegas has for you—and we didn’t just look at the rooms. We’re talking restaurants, casinos, shows, bars, and more. Here are the best hotels in Las Vegas.
NoMad
If you’re after two international trips in one, hit up NoMad. Bringing a taste of Europe to the Las Vegas Strip, you get the romance of the French and the glamour of Sin City. Every room is decked out with a seating area, a flat-screen TV—with cable channels!—a private bathroom, a desk, and, of course, breakfast.
But, let’s be real, you won’t want to be eating in your room once you check out the two in-house “Beauty and the Beast”-esque restaurants. That’s right, a multi-story—pun intended—library housing 25,000 books from David Rockefeller’s personal collection is where you can grab your dinner. Not to be overlooked, the Santorini-inspired pool is the perfect place to sip a cocktail, and the casino with a ceiling reminiscent of the Sistine Chapel isn’t bad either. The only thing that’s not European? The entire hotel is smoking free. Book your room here.
MGM Grand
Anyone order a hotel with the works? It’s called MGM Grand. Pet-friendly classic suites, a whopping casino—obviously, we’re in Vegas, baby—a huge array of entertainment options, multiple pools, and an assortment of award winning restaurants, you could easily spend a whole week here and never leave the hotel.
A labyrinth of options, it’s almost overwhelming deciding where to go first. Should you check out the resident Cirque Du Soleil show? Or the Comedy Club? Or one of the three Starbucks on the property? Or should you float down the Lazy River, stopping to grab an alcoholic slurpee or two? The possibilities are endless. Book your room here.
Waldorf Astoria
If you’re needing more of a “Sin City without the sin” type holiday—otherwise known as a family trip—head over to Waldorf Astoria. The smoke free and casino free hotel is the perfect place to bring the kiddies for a wholesome trip to the big city. With the CityCentre a mere 150 metres away, it’s the perfect base for a family of sightseers.
If you’re not a “doer” when it comes to holidays, fret not. Drop the kids off at the pool and stroll over to the in-house spa, where you can get all the massages, facials, manicures, and even haircuts that you need to get the dirty air of reality off you. Finish the day with a steak at the Zen Kitchen, and then head up to Hotel Bar for insane views of the city with cocktail in hand. Book your room here.
Bellagio
Another icon on the Vegas Strip owned by MGM is Bellagio. You may recognise its iconic fountains from any scene with Vegas in it—we’re not kidding. They’re in like every Vegas scene ever. And every 30 minutes, you can experience the dancing water display for yourself. If that tickles your fancy, book one of the hotel’s non-smoking “Fountain View” rooms. But, if that ain’t quite your style, don’t worry. Just book the “Penthouse Suite” for the whole Vegas skyline to be yours.
Views aside, there’s so much to do at this hotel. From the 18 restaurants on site, to the 14,000-square-foot Botanic Gardens, to the five pools, to the millions you could win in the casino, the Bellagio is a numbers game—and everyone who stays here is a winner. Book your room here.
The Cromwell
What’s more Vegas than a rooftop pool? An adults-only rooftop beach club with live performances of course. That’s where The Cromwell comes in. Relax in a private bungalow, sipping cocktails in a jacuzzi just for you—11 stories above the Vegas Strip. But, if that isn’t your vibe—first of all, how??—The Cromwell has much more to offer.
The Parisian-inspired boutique hotel includes a casino, a fitness centre, two restaurants, a gift shop, a cocktail lounge, and, most importantly, a rooftop nightclub known for its wild events. Drai’s Nightclub has hosted performances by icons like Wiz Khalifa, 2 Chainz, and Rick Ross, all in an intimate setting—or, as intimate as you can get in 30,000 square feet across two levels. Book your room here.
Nobu
Want a Vegas trip with just slightly less “Vegas-ness”? Nobu might be the hotel for you. Connected to Caesars Palace for all of the fun extras—but in a separate tower to avoid the Vegas vibe—Nobu has a sleek, modern feel in their rooms, with Japanese-inspired touches. Giving you a probably more family friendly vibe, they provide non-smoking rooms, family rooms, gardens, an outdoor swimming pool, and, of course, all of the Caesars Palace amenities.
Obviously it wouldn’t be a Nobu Hotel without one of the world renowned Nobu Restaurants on site—and this one’s a goodie. The only U.S. Nobu to have Teppan tables, you can watch the experts cook as you eat, one piece at a time. This Nobu also includes an exclusive lounge, where you can sample appetisers not on the menu anywhere else. Gotta love some majorly exclusive food, right? Book your room here.
Four Seasons
Get pampered at Four Seasons—with an in-house spa and wellness centre, twice-daily housekeeping, a fitness centre, and hourly complimentary pool-side amenities like frozen fruit skewers, there’s really no losing here. Whether you just need a getaway from life in general, or you want a wholesome holiday with the fam—hard to come by in Vegas, hey?—Four Seasons has you sorted.
The pet-friendly hotel offers babysitting, pet sitting, and cabanas on the pool deck, so you can do some adult sitting. They really cater to parents, with cribs, childproofing items, a kid-friendly buffet, and free use of games and books. Most importantly, it’s one of the only hotels on the Vegas Strip with no casinos and no smoking. A slay for parents everywhere. Book your room here.
Wynn
Hungry? Just check in to one of the 15 restaurants at Wynn. The huge hotel doesn’t just cater to those with big appetites though—with three pools, a theatre, a wellness centre, a barbershop, and a plethora of masterclasses, there’s something for everyone. And when we say a plethora, we mean a plethora. From chocolatiering, to being a master bartender, to becoming a florist, to going behind the scenes with Wynn’s K9 unit, you can really become anything you want here.
And, to keep with the theme of reinventing yourself, Wynn also has a bunch of shops to revamp your wardrobe. The hotel itself offers up designer stores like CHANEL, Balenciaga, Gucci, and Dior, while the Wynn Plaza boasts other recognizable names like Saint Laurent, Hermès, and Stefano Ricci. Hope your credit card is ready. Book your room here.
The Palazzo
Spend one week at The Palazzo and you’ll feel like a brand new person. With a fitness centre, a rock-climbing gym, a full spa and salon, and access to nutritionists and trainers, you’ll never feel better than you will after a stay here. Their Canyon Ranch Spa is an award-winning Vegas staple, and offers up hundreds of facial, massage, and body treatments in a 134,000-square-foot venue—one of the largest day spas in the world.
The Palazzo, connected to The Venetian, also has a range of restaurants on site—fifteen, to be exact. Combine that with their bars, two swimming pools, free wifi, and non-smoking rooms, and you’ve got yourself a holiday to remember. Not too shabby, if you ask us. Book your room here.
Crockfords
From restaurants, to pools, to shows, to spa lounges, to nightclubs, to casinos, to world-class rooms, Crockfords has you covered. Honestly, why even leave the hotel? You can spend your days watching over Vegas from the infinity pool—one of the seven pools on site—and then go to dinner at one of the 24 restaurants within the hotel.
But, let’s be real, you don’t go to Vegas for the pools and restaurants. You go for the chance to win big. And where better to do it than the 117,000 square-foot casino at your fingertips? Try your luck on one of their 1,400 slot machines or 114 table games. If you win, that’s basically a free holiday, right? Book your room here.
ARIA
Hayfever victims unite! At ARIA, you can actually get a good sleep. Not only is this hotel known for their insanely comfy beds, but their rooms are allergy-free. Pair that with some floor to ceiling windows, room service, and a view you won’t forget, and you’ll barely leave the room.
If you do decide to venture outside your four walls, you won’t have to go very far to find adventures for yourself. Adding a bit of class to the Vegas Strip, ARIA boasts a huge fine art collection, so you are more than welcome to peruse the works of Sanford Biggers, Jenny Holzer, Parker Ito, Rashid Johnson, and more. Not a fan? Check out the three swimming pools, the 14 restaurants, and the whopping casino instead. Book your room here.
Caesars Palace
An icon of the Vegas Strip, you’d be remiss to overlook Caesars Palace. The Greek-inspired hotel features 15 restaurants on site—many of which are celebrity owned. We’re talking Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, Guy Savoy’s Brioche, and Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy. And you can’t overlook Nobu Matsuhisa’s Nobu—after all, it wouldn’t be Vegas without a little bit of name-dropping.
Obviously, there is more to Caesars than just food. The Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis, made up of seven pools aptly named after Greek gods, is the perfect place to cool down with a drink in hand. And once you’re sick of simply lounging and eating, you can get your blood flowing at the fitness centre. It’s called balance, baby. Book your room here.
The Venetian
You can live in luxury at The Venetian. With rooms nearly double the size of a standard Vegas hotel, every room is a suite. Sunken lounge rooms, remote controlled blinds, high speed internet, and room service—what more could you possibly want?
And if your answer was “a party!”, then they’ve got you sorted there too. With a beachside dayclub AND a nightclub, you can rage your way through your entire holiday, if you so desire. Chuck in some karaoke, gambling, eating, and jacuzzi-ing, and you’ve got the best possible version of Vegas. Book your room here.
The Flamingo
Time to throw on your prettiest pink outfit and stand on one leg—no, it’s not Barbie, it’s The Flamingo. This Caribbean-style hotel serves up looks, vibes, and, most of all, good times. Need proof? Check out their adults-only burlesque shows—or get a little fabulous at Rupaul’s Drag Race LIVE!
And, if you were wondering about the name, wonder no more. The Flamingo legitimately houses multiple flamingos. That’s right, without leaving your hotel, you can head into four acres of a wildlife oasis, where you can spot Chilean flamingos, turtles, songbirds, and koi fish, all for free. A zoo and a hotel in one? Sign us up. Book your room here.
The Westin
Got some separation anxiety when it comes to leaving your precious pooch at home? Well, cancel your next order of Zoloft, because you can bring your furry friend with you when you stay at The Westin. The pet-friendly hotel gives off an all-American vibe, with their restaurant—The Good Plate—serving up USA favourites, like turkey burgers, steaks, and, of course, a bunch of beer.
When you’re finished eating, you’ve got a few options. You could head on over to the WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio for a sweat, get a mani pedi at The Hibiscus Spa & Salon, or you could just keep the buzz going with a drink at the rooftop bar and pool. Still need more drinks after that? MAXIM Lounge is at your service—grab the MAXIMum amount of drinks possible, we dare you. Book your room here.
Look elsewhere for your trip stateside? Check out the best hotels in New York or Los Angeles, and the best Airbnbs in Miami.
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