Las Vegas, the punch line to many jokes or the dream vacation, it manages to be so many different things at once to such a broad range of people, but whatever reason you are going for, the one thing everyone wants to do is try out the casinos. So which are the hottest right now? Let us have a look.
The Cosmopolitan
3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South Las Vegas, NV 89109
A 3000 room hotel and a 100,000 square foot casino, right in the middle of Las Vegas’ famous strip, Cosmopolitan has gained popularity by being something a little bit different. A vibrant atmosphere, mixing arty sophistication with the best nightlife in Vegas, and. With 13 restaurants of excellent quality and a nightclub that attracts celebrities by the handful, it’s no wonder this is the new ‘place to be seen’ in Vegas.
Room prices average at $200 a night, with a range of offers always available, including $115 food credit for longer stays.
The Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
This is perhaps the Vegas icon, the Casino and hotel that carries its reputation for excessive luxury and decadence with pride, a place where nothing is too over the top, and if you have the funds, anything you want is yours. Restaurants from names such as Michael Mina mean the best dining in town, and the 1200 fountains put on a show to behold every day across the man-made Bellagio Lake, whilst the Spa offers hydrotherapy and hot-stone treatments to sooth the body. Decadence and comfort in equal measure, the Bellagio has it all.
Room rates, as you would expect from this hotel, vary depending on your desires, from $300 a night for a basic room to $6000 a night for the fantastic villas.
The MGM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
The Grand is perhaps the most recognizable hotel in the world, with the Lions proudly standing guard at the entrance, promising a return to the glory days of Hollywood inside. Proclaimed the ‘City of Entertainment’, with 5000 rooms and a simply huge casino, is loosely based on the world of ‘Oz’, everywhere you wander in this massive complex you see reminders of the Hollywood glory days all around you, whilst the Hakkasan restaurant and nightclub brings exclusivity to your evening, not to mention great food and entertainment.
You can take a dip in one of the world’s largest pools, relax in the Spa or shop till you drop in the big name stores.
As you would expect with so many rooms, there is an equally wide choice of room rates, but with charges from $100 a night upwards there is something for most budgets.
Aria
3730 Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109
A strikingly modern creation, the 4000 rooms here features touch pad lighting and entertainment to please any tech geek. Home to much of the city’s $40 million fine art collection, Aria is an art lover’s paradise, highlights include the 84 foot Maya Lin sculpture of the Colorado River. The Cirque du Soliel provide something far beyond the variety dhows found elsewhere, artistry and danger wrapped together in a mesmerizing display.
Rooms average out at around $150 a night and there are constant offers, with $75 in food credit for a two night stay one of the more popular.
Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
No list would be complete without Caesars Palace, 4000 rooms built in a Roman themed temple to gaming and indulgence. Get your picture taken with Julius Caesar, Cleopatra, or a Roman soldier, shop away the day in more than 160 stores, or spend some time relaxing in the Roman Bath style Gardens. Caesars attracts some of the biggest names in entertainment to bring some star quality to your evenings, and a nice Spa and baths to bring relaxation to your daytimes. Caesars is an event in itself.
With an average of $130 a night for rooms, Caesars Palace offers a great choice for any Vegas vacation.
Conclusion
Whatever you are looking for from your trip to Las Vegas, there is a casino hotel to provide it, from the opulent extravagance of the Bellagio, the modern touch of the Aria or maybe the over the top showmanship of Caesars Palace, whatever your budget there is an option to suit. You can create your dream Las Vegas vacation with endless choices, and with such a wide variety of venues and entertainment on offer.