The 10 Best Hotels in Vegas

Whether on the strip or off, these are the best hotels and resorts in Vegas when amenities and a luxurious stay are in your plans.

August 05, 2021

By: Mariette Williams

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The Best Hotels and Resorts in Las Vegas

Las Vegas has undergone many transformations over the years. The catchphrase of “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” has been updated to “What happens here, only happens here,” and the city offers plenty of family-friendly resorts and activities for guests of all ages. While it’s still a place to enjoy lots of entertainment options, visitors to Las Vegas can also expect luxury accommodations, excellent spa services and some of the best restaurants in the country.

Aria Resort and Casino

One of the perks of staying at the Aria Resort and Casino is the portfolio of large accommodations available to guests. The Deluxe and Stay Well rooms start at 520 square feet (a traditional hotel room is about 330 square feet), and the Executive Hospitality Suite tops out at 2,000 square feet and has panoramic views of the city. For guests who want even more space, the Two Bedroom Sky Villa has 3,370 square feet of luxury with a foyer and separate living room. The resort is also close to entertainment venues like the T-Mobile Arena and the Park Theater, and there are over 10 different bar and restaurant options, representing an international menu of Mexican, Thai, French and Italian food. The hotel is an ideal getaway for groups and couples who want lots of entertainment options. The adults-only LIQUID Pool Lounge is a perfect escape with cabanas, day beds and a 1,200 square foot pool, and the hotel concierge can also arrange tours to nearby Hoover Dam or Red Rock Canyon.

Caesars Palace Las Vegas

Caesars Palace Las Vegas has been a top choice for travelers for over 50 years and the resort has been the site of various high-profile sporting and music events. Visitors to the resort are those looking for an opulent Las Vegas experience. Inside the lobby areas, there are lots of gold details and intricate Greco-Roman decor, including a 20-foot statue of Augustus Caesar. The collection of 3,960 rooms and suites all have contemporary furnishings and jewel-toned accents. You could spend your whole vacation here — there’s a sprawling casino, a spa with 51 treatment rooms and 7 pools for swimming and sunbathing. There are lots of food and beverage options including the restaurant Almalfi by Bobby Flay, and reality tv personality Lisa Vanderpump’s Vanderpump Cocktail Gardens. For guests wanting to experience a piece of Las Vegas history, Caesars Palace is the place to stay.

Green Valley Ranch Spa and Casino

Less than 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, the Green Valley Ranch Spa and Casino is for guests who want to have a luxe Las Vegas experience away from the crowds. Driving up to the property, guests are greeted by an impressive European-influenced resort. There are a variety of accommodations from the well-appointed one- and two-bedroom suites to the colossal Presidential suites. The villa suites also come with a private plunge pool and butler service. The hotel is accommodating to families (there’s an hourly childcare service called KidsQuest) and the outdoor all-ages space called the Backyard Pool has daybeds, cabanas and a beach sand entry. There’s lots of fun for adults too. The Pond is an adults-only (21+) pool with a private bar, DJ and bottle service. The 40,000 square foot spa is impressive too. Book a session with a wellness coach to create an individualized wellness plan or enjoy a Lancier Caviar Lime Facial.

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort and Spa

Just 20 minutes northeast of the Las Vegas Strip, the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort and Spa is a Mediterranean-style property on 54 acres, perfect for travelers who want a secluded escape. Choose from one of the 548 gold- and cream-colored rooms and suites that are perfect for relaxing after a long day of playing golf at the nearby TPC Summerlin Golf Resort or hiking the nearby Red Rock Canyon.The food here represents a wide range of tastes. Hungry for Japanese dishes like sushi and teppanyaki? Head to Jade Asian Kitchen and Noodles. Hawthorn Grill has classic steakhouse fare with over 1,000 wine choices and Earl Grey Cafe is open 24 hours a day, serving casual international and American dishes. For those who need a caffeine kick in the morning, there’s also a full-service Starbucks.

Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa

Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa offers a unique desert oasis for travelers. It’s only 10 miles from the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s nestled among the striking Red Rock Canyons. The newly renovated rooms, suites and villas are decorated in soothing, earthy shades of brown and taupe and have impressive views of the Canyon. Red Rock Casino is a top-notch entertainment destination with a colossal casino and Red Rock Lanes which features 72 luxury bowling lanes. Guests don’t have to leave the property to check out the latest blockbuster — there’s a 16 screen Regal Cinemas and IMAX Complex right at the resort. Order meals from the award-winning Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar and Grill or T-Bones Chophouse that offers an extensive menu of USDA Prime steaks.

The Venetian Resort

The epitome of Las Vegas luxury, the Venetian Resort has three towers to choose from, the Venetian, the Palazzo and Venezia. The Venetian Resort easily has some of the largest rooms in Las Vegas, starting at 650 square feet and topping out at 8,000 square feet for the Chairman suite (which also includes 24-hour butler service). The resort also has some cool perks like gondola rides, air-conditioned pool cabanas and the 140,000 square foot Canyon Ranch spa and fitness center with over 150 services. The Venetian Resort also has an impressive collection of bars, restaurants and nightclubs right at the resort. From the 10,000 square foot Tao nightclub to the many restaurants helmed by celebrity chefs like David Chang, Emeril Lagasse and Wolfgang Puck, the Venetian Resort is the ultimate party and foodie destination.

Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

Located just off the Vegas Strip, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, features more than 1,500 rooms and suites with a modern, eclectic design that can best be described as “playful luxury.” Each of the rooms has two living spaces that can be separated by a privacy door with an area for sleeping and another for lounging. Ideal for a girl’s weekend or an adult’s getaway, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas includes Mohegan Sun Casino, operated by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, and a five-acre desert pool oasis that includes the Élia Beach Club. The resort has a collection of 15 culinary experiences including the well-known Japanese restaurant Nobu and the Shag Room, a bar offering delightful cocktails and live entertainment.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is great for travelers looking for an elevated Las Vegas experience in the heart of it all. All rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of either the dazzling Las Vegas Strip or the picturesque surrounding mountains. If you’re here to relax, you’re in luck. The non-smoking, non-gaming resort has a two-story spa with treatments like the popular Karmic Happiness Ritual, an indulgent body exfoliation, aromatherapy and side-by-side massage experience. The food at this resort is just what you’d expect from a Waldorf Astoria — there are four different dining options including the 23rd-floor SkyBar and Zen Kitchen. Guests can also enjoy an exquisite afternoon tea at the property’s 23rd-floor Tea Lounge with the finest tea infusions from around the world.

Resorts World Las Vegas

One of the latest additions to the Las Vegas Strip scene, Resorts World Las Vegas actually features three premium Hilton brands: Las Vegas Hilton, Conrad Las Vegas and the upscale Crockfords Las Vegas. The three hotel chains have seamlessly woven their brands together to create a world-class integrated resort, and it’s a perfect vacation destination for travelers who want plenty of options at their fingertips. Speaking of options, there are over 40 food and beverage options, a 5,000 square foot theater, and a nightclub right on the resort. During the day, guests can enjoy a 5.5-acre pool complex with seven different pools, including an infinity pool that overlooks the Las Vegas Strip. Though all of the rooms are luxury accommodations, guests can choose the specific hotel where they’d like to stay when booking, though they will get access to all of the amenities offered by the three hotels.

The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas

The Cosmopolitan is great for travelers looking for an “over the top” resort where every inch of the property is Instagram-worthy. The hotel’s signature purple hue can be found everywhere, from the lighting to the cushions on the chaise lounges by the pool. The walls of the guest suites are outfitted in cool gray wallpaper, and the accent pillows on the beds and couches come in jewel tones like emerald and azure. There are tons of food options, from the cheekily named all-day breakfast joint, EggSlut to the cool Bang Bar, a restaurant by celebrity chef David Chang. The Cosmopolitan is an adult playground with a 40,000 square foot concert venue and a world-renowned nightclub and day club, and the crown jewel of the resort is the Chandelier, a glittering three-level chandelier lounge set amongst thousands of shimmering beads. The coolest part? Each level has its own distinctly unique cocktail menu and experience.