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The 15 best hotels in Las Vegas for 2025

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Ah, Vegas—there’s no place on earth quite like it, and we know just how important it is to find the right hotel that’s going to ensure you absolutely rinse this once-in-a-lifetime trip. But, with quite literally thousands—and we mean thousands—of hotel rooms, plus shedloads of swimming pools, restaurants and (of course) casinos, where on earth are you supposed to start? Here, that’s where—below is Time Out’s refreshed list of Las Vegas’s best hotels, from sprawling Strip landmarks to expansive suburban resorts, with golf courses, pumpkin spa treatments and even rollercoasters thrown in. 

Which area is best to stay in Las Vegas?

Vegas is all about embracing the crowds, noise, and nightlife, and copping a place to stay in the Strip (the 6.8km hotel and casino-packed portion of Las Vegas Boulevard South) is undoubtedly the best way to do it. However, if you’re after something a little more laid back where you can dip your toe into the Vegas scene and also retire for some proper rest, stays such as the Hilton Vacation Club Desert Retreat or the Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa Casino could be the best places for you. 

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The Hilton Vacation Club Desert Retreat isn’t your typical Strip spectacle. Set in Summerlin’s quiet residential sprawl, it feels more like a suburban apartment complex than a casino hotel—and that’s the precisely appeal. After three nights exploring its sun-baked courtyards and hidden corners, it’s clear this is the antidote to Vegas sensory overload you didn’t know you needed.

What sets Desert Retreat apart is what it lacks: no slot machines, no cigarette haze, no 3 am crowds. Instead, you get space, serenity and thoughtful amenities within Spanish Colonial-style grounds of terracotta and stucco that embrace the desert setting.

Accommodation ranges from studios to three-bedroom units. My one-bedroom king suite felt like an apartment: 700 sq ft with a living area, full kitchen, and a bedroom blessed with blackout curtains. Earthy greens and warm tones reflect the landscape; furnishings show some wear, but everything is comfortable. The private balcony is cleverly shaded for morning coffee or evening drinks, while soundproofing ensures blissful quiet. The kitchen is impressively equipped, making longer stays genuinely practical.

Self-catering defines the experience—barbecue areas dotted around the property become social hubs—and service feels more residential than theatrical, with tight but not obtrusive security, gated entry and well-lit paths (it’s ideal if you’re a solo woman traveler). 

Facilities include a central pool with waterfall, smaller quiet pools, and a fitness centre with modern kit. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly—pools here encourage conversation, not parties. Accessibility is well thought-out, with lifts and ground-floor suites.Summerlin itself offers shopping centres, golf courses, and the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area on the doorstep. 

Time Out tip? Missing a taste of the action? The Strip is 20 minutes by car or a $13-16 cab ride, so you really aren’t too far away. 

Address: 8255 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89123, United States
Price per night: Starting from around $110 per night
Closest transport: Harry Reid International Airport is 15 minutes by car; rental car recommended

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Las Vegas is full of surreal sights, but New York-New York might top them all: towers shaped like Manhattan skyscrapers, a rollercoaster threading through the façades, a Rockefeller Center-style entrance, and a replica Statue of Liberty anchoring the corner. Campy, absurd, and over-the-top, it’s a maximalist’s dream—and honestly, one of my favourite Vegas stays.

Step inside and you’re in a perpetual twilight West Village that feels like New York reimagined from memory (rather than reality). A fake Christopher Street Station sits next to a Fulton Fish Market food stall, a Times Square sign marks ‘Bleeker Street’, and cobblestone ‘streets’ are really blue carpets leading to the casino floor. Here, slots and table games circle a Union Square-inspired bar, while Gallagher’s steakhouse, an Irish pub, Starbucks, and a Coyote Ugly add to the eclectic, whacky mix.

Rooms are housed in the themed towers, each accessed via brass Art Deco elevators and subway-style numbered hallways. My Penthouse Suite had wood panelled walls, a green velvet sofa, a glass-tile divider, and a Jacuzzi, but the comfortable beds, generous TVs, and Lanovera toiletries made it all feel unexpectedly polished (and much less boldly on-theme than the lobby and hallways). Strip views are a plus, but coaster-facing rooms catch faint screams until midnight—pack earplugs or request the quieter side.

Dining runs from Broadway Burger to Gallagher’s, but the best move is strolling over to Carbone at neighbouring ARIA for its legendary spicy rigatoni—far easier to book here than at its New York original (though you should still snag your reservation at least one week in advance of your stay).

Time Out tip: The pool is free for guests, family-friendly, and comes with a lively bar. It’s more playful than glamorous, the coaster loops adding theme-park fun rather than Venetian-style luxury, so you should expect silliness instead of rest and relaxation. 

Address: 3790 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Prices start at: $80 per night
Closest transport: Head to Tropicana Avenue for the 201 and Deuce buses, and Harry Reid International Airport is a seven minute drive. 

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Step into ARIA’s soaring atrium, with its rippling glass ceiling and ribbons of natural light, and it’s clear this isn’t just another Vegas casino hotel. Opened in 2009 and now part of ARIA Campus, the property blends sophistication with technology.

ARIA’s eco-credentials (LEED Gold certification) and embrace of tech stand out. Mobile check-in, keyless entry, and responsive climate systems make stays smoother when they work. Designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli, the curved glass towers rise elegantly above the Strip, while art installations by Maya Lin and Jenny Holzer elevate the interiors. It feels more like a resort that happens to have a casino than the other way round.

Rooms, like my Stay Well Deluxe King, balance Vegas sparkle with wellness touches—circadian lighting, air purification, vitamin C shower heads. At 520 sq ft, the space feels luxurious, with heated bathroom floors and touchscreen controls. Yet quirks undermine the five-star promise: no slippers, and $30 bottled water in sensor minibars that charge instantly. Views vary wildly—west-facing high floors offer dazzling panoramas, while lower levels face service areas.

As for the dining options, Bardot Brasserie nails 1920s Parisian charm and standout dishes like duck confit; Salt & Ivy serves stellar breakfasts on its poolside terrace, and Proper Eats Food Hall offers a casual, tech-enabled setup. Easy’s Cocktail Lounge is a rare, pressure-free space to relax, and Liquid Pool Lounge and JEWEL Nightclub cover the day-to-night party spectrum.

Three pools with private cabanas create a true desert oasis, balancing adult sophistication with family-friendly areas. The spa delivers calm amid Strip chaos, and the gym is state-of-the-art. The casino, however, is deliberately maze-like—clever business design, but a nuisance when you’re simply trying to get somewhere.

Time Out tip: request a high-floor, Strip-facing room for the best experience.

Address: 3730 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas Strip, NV 89158, United States
Price per night: Starting from around $200 per night
Closest transport: Harry Reid International Airport is a 15 minute drive away

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If the Strip had a grand dame, this MGM Resorts property would be the place. It exudes a sort of unselfconscious elegance, evident in everything from the lobby’s Chihuly glass ceiling to the observatory’s horticultural wonderland and the iconic fountains, which never fail to captivate. 

The fountains themselves are made up of more than 1,000 nozzles and nearly 5,000 lights, you can catch a display every fifteen minutes (between 8pm-midnight) and every 30 minutes (from 3pm-7.30pm), when the water soars a whopping 460 feet into the air, without even booking a room. However, we think that would be a massive oversight. If your budget allows, stay here and book a fountain-view room—it really is a legendary sight of the Las Vegas Strip, and will make for particularly spectacular scenes at dusk. 

However, the almost 4,000 accommodations on offer range from queen rooms to Grand Lake View Suites, and the offering inside is just as cool as the views outside. Most are decorated in more muted, neutral tones with pops of color in the form of a dusky blue ottoman or a burnt orange armchair and allow shedloads of natural light, and come with gleaming ensuites with lots of marble surfaces. 

Given this hotel is inspired by Mediterranean villas, it’s no surprise that its newly-renovated pools nod to enchanting Italian gardens with beautifully manicured shrubs and hedges and surprisingly authentic looking fountain details. Kick back and enjoy either in a cabana, on a daybed or at COMO Poolside Café & Bar, where you’ll find a delectable menu of dishes such as grilled salmon piccata and watermelon bellinis. 

After some serious relaxation? Bellagio also has a full service spa and salon—opt for anything from red light therapy to a ‘pumpkin glow package’, which involves pumpkin body scrub and a bespoke full-body massage. 

Time Out tip: The Bellagio is home to the ‘O’ Theatre, where Cirque du Soleil has had its long-running show since 1998—snag some tickets in advance of your trip. 

Address: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Price: Starting from approximately $190 per night
Closest transport: Bally’s/Paris Las Vegas Monorail Station is about a 10-minute walk

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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

The clue is kinda in the name, but The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is arguably the Strip’s sexiest, most stylish hotel. When it opened back in 2010, it set out to be different from all the other older, most established places to stay, and it achieved that goal with sophistication and wit, now known for attracting a younger, more urbane and chic crowd. 

Across the two towers (Chelsea and Boulevard) there are more than three thousand rooms, which range from the compact 630 square-foot City Studios to the ultra-luxe Lanai Suites. Got the cash to splash? These places have two stories and floor-to-ceiling windows with pool views, a private patio with a plunge pool and (nine out of 11 of them have) private access to The Chelsea Pool. 

But with all the brilliant facilities this hotel has on offer, we bet you’ll spend more time out and about—starting with the Pool District. Here, you’ll find the Boulevard pool (sociable, vibrant, where there’s usually upbeat tracks playing), the aforementioned Chelsea pool (more indulgent and restorative) and the Marquee Dayclub (head here for true Las Vegas atmosphere with specialty cocktails and music, plus DJs after dark on Friday and Saturday nights). 

Hungry? Cool, there are 29 different food spots to choose from—we told you this was a big hotel. Head to Scarpetta if you’re craving Italian, Amaya if it’s Mexican you’re after, but if you ask us, Zuma is the place to be. On the menu you’ll find award-winning, world-class cocktails and some elegantly, expertly executed Japanese food, served up in a way which is inspired by the traditional izakaya dining style. 

Time Out tip: Don’t sleep on the hotel bars! Ghost Donkey is a speakeasy-style mezcal and tequila bar which puts artisanal brands on the map—start your night here.

Address: 3708 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Price: Starting from approximately $140 per night
Closest transport: Bally’s/Paris Las Vegas Monorail Station are about an 8-minute walk from the hotel

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Created in 2020, this Downtown Vegas casino hotel offers a slightly pared-back approach to the pure Vegas experience you’ll find at most of the large hotels in this area of town. Don’t let that make you think it’s in anyway a quiet or a docile place to stay at, or that there isn’t much going on here. This place has got you covered for entertainment, recreation and relaxation - plus a whole lot of eating and drinking—but it adopts a less full-on persona (more baseball caps and a cold bottle than a sequinned dress with thigh-high boots, if you get where we’re coming from).

We view that approach as representing a big tick in the ‘pros’ column for this place. You’ll get to be right in the heart of so much of the action, while also feeling able to relax and be yourself when in the hotel. Its other big selling points will probably speak loudest to sports fans. The resort includes the massive three-storey Sportsbook, which doubles as the world’s largest sports betting experience. Even if you’re not there to put your money where your mouth is, it’s still worth a visit just to enjoy watching your team with a group of friends in one of the private boxes or to get a look at those huge, huge screens.

Their Stadium Swim also continues the sports theme, while the array of dining options includes all-win options like mouthwatering deli sandwiches, half pound Victory Burgers and Carolina-inspired BBQ dishes. When you feel in the mood for something a little bit more high-end, head upwards to the Legacy Club for rooftop cocktails and get your fill of those views.

Time Out tip: Explore Freemont Street because there’s a lot going on, from free gigs to awesome bars. Remember your ID whenever you leave the property—you’ll need it to get back in.

Address: 8 Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101
Price: Starting at $119 per night
Closest Transport Link: Monorail: Westgate Station; Train: Sls Station.

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‘Welcome to Vegas’ done the seriously classy way. This mega hotel is right on the Strip, but it shirks the in-your-face vibe of other hotels and instead delivers big on a combination of elegance, sophistication and traditional hospitality principles. It opened in 2021 and is part of the Resorts World complex which, along with Crockfords, also houses a Conrad and a Hilton hotel. Of the three, Crockfords is by far the most high-end. 

Guests can opt for a room, a suite, a villa or a ‘palace’, all of which trend on a sleek but sophisticated vibe. The majority also have views out across the Strip - to help you really soak up the local ambiance - but don’t dismiss the idea of booking a ‘city view’ room. The light-dotted panorama seen through the window is really something to behold.

Eateries-wise, there’s plenty (as an understatement) to keep alive the feeling of pure decadence. For a special date night, consider sharing seafood cooked by a Michelin-starred chef at Aqua or getting a taste of old school Chinese cuisine at the vintage-inspired Genting Parlour. There are also some quirkier options including Copper Sun which uses the traditions of Inner Mongolian cookery and the poolside Agave, where you can grab seafood tacos and cocktails.

Another reason to book? The Awana Spa is a haven of indulgence and wellness, with a focus on both European and Asian-influenced treatments. They also have a network of six vitality pools called ‘the fountain of youth’ because… why not?

Time Out tip: Check out the convenience of the resort’s premier dining and gaming offerings and discover entertainment on your—literal—doorstep.

Address: 33 Resorts World Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89109
Price: Average rate of $335 per night
Closest Transport Link: Monorail: Las Vegas Convention Center Station or Westgate Station.

8. Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa Casino

Looking for a five-star hotel with access to hiking and cycling routes, as well as the usual Vegas suspects like casinos and spas? Welcome to the Green Valley Ranch Resort in—you guessed it—Green Valley Ranch. Located just 15 minutes away from the Strip, you've got the perfect balance of a secluded vacay retreat and getting the party started. Which means that, while the price is on the high end, it’s worth it for essentially two holidays for one.

When not doing ‘All that Vegas Stuff’—and, just to be clear, you’re very close to all that when you want to be—you can enjoy a slower pace of life with time spent lazing around the resort pool, visiting the spa for a Lancer caviar lime facial or just booking into the salon to get your nails done. Along with the main resort pool, there’s also ‘The pond’ which sounds a little bit more homespun than the reality of this more intimate but very luxurious pool on the Opium Deck allows for.

It’s also well worth noting that this place caters well to families, with the huge ‘Kids Quest’ complex offers drop-in childcare (with some seriously cool entertainment options) for children aged 30month to 12 years. This means they get to have a Vegas experience that’s entirely catered to their tastes, while you get some reliable time off to yourselves.

This place can also boast a superb range of dining options, ranging from the classic Steak House (sometimes, it’s the only way to go), to a sunshine-filled Italian restaurant and a very fun Mexican eatery. We also love the sweet (in every sense) Bake Shop selling ridiculously creative cakes perfect for the little ones.

Time Out tip: Make use of the complimentary shuttle to and from the Strip—and the airport. 

Address: 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson, Las Vegas, NV, 89052
Price: Starting at $215 per night
Closest Transport Link: Train: Mandalay Bay. Monorail: Mgm Grand Station

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9. The ENGLiSH Hotel

Here’s another Vegas hotel option that promises a slightly different aesthetic and experience to many of those in this neck of the woods. The ENGLiSH Hotel (their capitalisation, not ours) opened its doors in March 2022 and is run by Todd English. The result is a 74-room hotel in the Arts District that is run with precision but also feels 100 percent more intimate than those towering palaces on the Strip do. It also, as expects, has some pretty nice food on offer too (we’ll get to that later).

The room designs take inspiration from the Roaring Twenties era, but here that has been translated into striking contemporary spaces with lots of black, lots of white and lots of urbane style hits. There’s a definitely rock-star-crash-pad thing going on here (if you’d book the Chelsea Hotel in New York, then try here for your Vegas stay) but it’s kept paired back and sophisticated. When booking, consider opting for a view with poolside views, it will add an extra note of tranquility to your stay.

Everyone staying here has access to their room service 2.0 menu. Overseen by The Pepper Club, it offers Mediterranean-inspired dishes of a kind not normally found as a room service option. To us, that sounds like the start of a very sexy night alone in your room with your partner. But if you’d rather venture—slightly—out, head to The Pepper Club’s onsite restaurant, a decadent, indulgent and delectable abode that serves dishes that are high quality without being pretentious or overfussy.

Just one thing to note—this is a hotel for over 21s only, so don’t rock up with the rest of the Von Trapp family in tow.

Time Out tip: Stay here if you're looking to be close enough to the action of the Strip – without hearing it 24/7.

Address: 921 South Main Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101
Price: Starting at $293 per night
Closest Transport Link: Train: Sls Station. Monorail: Westgate Station. 

10. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

Located right on the heart of Las Vegas' infamous Strip, the Four Seasons Hotel has all you need for a quintessentially Vegas stay, despite being one of the few non-gaming and non-smoking hotels in this area of town. Instead, you get to be in the heart of the action while also returning each evening to a place where elegance dominates and making you feel brilliant is the name of the game. Everything you would normally expect from a Four Seasons Hotel is here - only you’ve also got the dazzling world of Vegas right on your doorstep as well.

Understandably, many of the rooms look out over the Strip. But you can also book a Stadium- or Valley-view suite instead. On which note, the Four Seasons brand always caters well to families. If you’re travelling with children, consider booking one of their many suites, all of which come with various handy options around cribs and rollaways. They also have great options for accessible rooms, including those with roll-in showers. Luxurious but also brilliantly practical.

There are two pools here: the oasis private pool and the bigger Mandalay Bay Resort Pool Complex, which includes a lazy river, a sandy beach and a wave pool. You can also visit the five-star spa, which offers classic and bespoke treatments, plus a fun nail bar to visit frequently.

Dining-wise, the centerpeice is Veranda, an airy contemporary American restaurant, but there’s also a steak house, several beautiful bars and a lot of options for room service (for those of us who like to eat our waffles in the bath tub).

Time Out tip: Make time for a fresh set of nails or a full body massage at the on-site spa. Go on, treat yourself.

Address: 3960 Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89119
Price: Starting at $465 (approximately) per night
Closest Transport Link: Train: Mandalay Bay. Monorail: Mgm Grand Station. 

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11. SAHARA Las Vegas

For years, the Sahara Casino tried to leave behind its past, and the all-suite Lux Tower was called SLS Las Vegas. Now, it’s proudly back to its casino origins—and it’s undergone $150 million in renovations along the way, including the fresh 24-hour CASBAR lounge, premium gaming room, new hotel lobby and sparkling upgraded spa. Because, in all honesty, it wouldn’t be the Sahara without its megasized 60,000-square-foot casino.

However, if you’re looking for a few other things to entertain yourself with during your stay, the SAHARA has several other aspects to recommend itself. This includes a very beautiful pool with an adults-only cabana section with gorgeous seating, plus a massive pool deck area with bungalows which can be enjoyed by guests of all ages. If you need additional relaxation and pampering, make sure to also visit the Amina Spa to try out its speciality seasonal treatments.

Where eating is concerned, there are currently six main options to try (with another one on the cards soon). The restaurants include contemporary Italian, delightfully attractive Chinese dumplings and some really fun tacos. For those who really like their meat, a visit to Bazaar Meat by José Andrés should definitely be part of their stay. This place goes in 100 percent for all things carnivorous but does so with applaudable selectivity, style and wit. There are also two memorable bars—the Casbar lounge and The Tangier. If you want to impress someone, head to the former and try out the customisable cocktails where a photo of any kind can become the top of your beverage!

Time Out tip: Book in for a treatment at the on-site spa and wellness center—it’s as dreamy as it sounds.

Address: 2535 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Price: Starting at $90 approx. per night
Closest Transport Link: Train: Sls Station. Monorail: Westgate Station. 

12. Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

This was once the Hard Rock hotel, but underwent some serious renovations when it was bought by the Hilton franchise to join its Curio Collection in 2020. Now, it’s the Virgin Hotel, and it boasts eight restaurants, room service, and lounge areas including The Bar at the Commons Club. Sure, it might not immediately sound as flash as some Vegas hotels but there are lots of ‘pluses’ to staying at this resort (and some bargain rates are just one part of that).

In fact, although it might initially seem a little smaller, this resort has four outdoor pools, all laid out as part of a tropical-style paradise. There are loungers, cabanas, daybeds (all of which sounds utterly desirable to us, as we sit at a desk typing this) and the wonderful Kassi Beach House which will set you nicely with an Italian-inspired brunch or dinner you can eat without moving from that spot by the pool.

If you fancy something else, there’s also a branch of the world-famous Nobu for off-the-charts sushi and Michelin-rated Chinese dishes at Chef Xue. Combine all this with the resort’s own Roman-style bath house (part of their excellent spa) and - now we think on it—you’ve got the basis for an extremely nice holiday.

Time Out tip: By staying in the resort, you’ll get 20 percent off the spa and a complimentary appetizer with two mains at the Kitchen at Commons Club.

Address: 4455 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89169 
Price: Starting at $130 per night
Closest Transport Link: Monorail: Bally’S/Paris Las Vegas station or Mgm Grand station.

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13. Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

OK, we admit it: we’re not exactly hitting you with the unknown gems here, are we? But in Vegas the big name hotel brands really set their stalls out and it’s well worth a moment to consider what each one is able to offer. Where the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas in concerned, it's all about combining that quintessential on-the-Strip location with more refined, wellbeing-centred ideals. Yes, you may have come to Vegas to ‘go big or go home’ but that doesn’t have to mean you totally lose sight of nurturing your body and your soul (or at least, you won’t have to if you stay here).

Where accommodation is concerned, it’s a mixture of rooms and suites, wherein clean expanses of white are made softer and warmer by golden lighting, cozy grey sofas and a more personalised, abundant inclusion of furnishings than in some hotels. There’s also some nice work going on with dark wood panelling and perpendiculars.

You’ll also find spa-soaking tubs to enjoy in the rooms, which will help get you in the mood for the hotel’s headline act: an award-winning two-storey spa, which includes the eight-floor pool deck with its cabanas, cafe and seriously cushy atmosphere. To us, this place screams ‘me time’ away from any and everyone, but if you’re more of a romantic than we are, they also offer some nice-looking couples treatments.

Evening dining options include the fresh-feeling Zen Kitchen and its thoroughly modern take on American tastes, flavours and foods. However, we’re properly big fans of Peacock Alley, the beautifully lit space designed for cocktails and Afternoon Tea (or… both). Indulge in this most British of traditions across a very drawn-out sitting and leave the rest of the day and night to take care of itself.

Time Out tip: Add a dash of British decadence with afternoon tea in the Tea Lounge.

Address: 3752 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89158
Price: Starting at $587 per night
Closest Transport Link: Monorail: Mgm Grand station or Bally’S/Paris Las Vegas station.

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Once the sophisticate of the Strip, the Wynn and Encore have traded their elitist atmosphere for a more energetic vibe without sacrificing any of the luxury. And luxury is what you’ll find the moment you step inside, starting with the two Forbes five-star spas. 

The Spa at the Wynn was given a contemporary facelift back in 2019 and now brags velvety textures, a sultry purple color palette and relaxing, after-dark atmosphere, and treatments include their signature ‘good luck ritual’, a therapy based on five Chinese elements of massage, hand and foot treatments and work on your scalp to promote happiness and prosperity. Over at the Spa at Encore, the vibe is more opulent and exotic—think Polynesian-influenced Nalu Body Rituals, and a spa-level juice bar. Yum. 

Need a nap after all that relaxing? Rooms here start at 640 square feet and offer floor-to-ceiling windows, signature Wynn Dream beds, luxe linens and marble bathtubs. Steve Wynn’s famed attention to detail is evident everywhere you look, but perhaps especially in the Wynn’s Fairway Villas, which come with his-and-hers bathrooms, bars, living and dining areas and even their own massage rooms. A seriously good way to impress if you’re going away for a special anniversary or honeymoon.

As with lots of other hotels on the Strip, and on this list, there’s also a brilliant pool set-up here with stunning landscaping and cabanas, but what makes its outdoor offering unique is a sprawling 18-hole championship golf course—yes, you read that right. 

Time Out tip: Can’t face the Strip tonight? Head to the hotel’s 1,800-slot casino—along with 26 poker tables and a variety of card games available to play.

Address: 3131 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Price: Starting from approximately $335 per night
Closest transport: Harrah’s/The LINQ Monorail Station are about a 12-minute walk from this hotel

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Big name brands like ‘Hilton’ can leave you thinking that ‘a Hilton is a Hilton is a Hilton’. When, in fact, many of the hotels owned by the brand have their own distinct characteristics. This is particularly true of this one, which forms part of the monumental Resorts World complex, along with two other hotels, Crockfords and Conrads. Of the three, the Hilton recommends itself as a surprisingly affordable and unpretentious option (good if you’re travelling with youngsters or simply like a more low-key atmosphere to the place where you’re staying.

The Hilton rooms are simply decorated, urban spaces with a focus on maximising your view out of the hotel and giving guests a non-cramped feeling. Their various options are also good if you’ve got access needs, including mobility requirements. They all include some cheery flashes of color in the carpets and wall art.

But quite frankly, the reason you’re staying here isn’t to admire the world’s most attractive interior design. It’s because Resorts World provides an endless list of entertainment options without the need to even leaving the hotel. This includes—naturally—a casino, plus a massive three-storey shopping area, a nightclub, an all-day pool party and an evolving roster of live shows. And that’s before you get to the biggest pool complex on the Strip and a very nice spa.

Dining options are similarly expansive. In fact, this place is home to more than 40 bars and restaurants. More unusual options include Crossroads, the first entirely plant-based high-end dining option on the Strip, which serves visually beautiful (and tasty) Mediterranean dishes with a leaning towards all things Italian.

Time Out tip: The Convention Center is across the road from the hotel—as well as the rest of Vegas’s vibey Strip.

Address: 99 Resorts World Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89109
Price: Starting at $150 approximately per night
Closest Transport Link: Monorail: Las Vegas Convention Center Station. 

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