Best Non-Casino Hotels on the Las Vegas Strip (2026 Guide)

Perched on the top floors of the Mandalay Bay tower but operating with a completely private entrance and lobby, the Four Seasons is the undisputed gold standard for casino-free luxury in 2026. This is "stealth wealth" at its finest; you get the sprawling amenities of a mega-resort—including the shark reef and wave pool—but you retire to a hushed, non-smoking sanctuary that feels a world apart. In 2026, it remains the favorite for high-profile guests who value a discrete porte-cochere and a private pool deck where the staff-to-guest ratio is the highest in the city.

The True Cost: $62.36/night resort fee.

Vibe Check: An ultra-exclusive, hushed sanctuary; it’s like a private club where the staff-to-guest ratio ensures your poolside drink arrives before you even realize you’re thirsty.

Time Out Pro Tip: Use the "Hidden" hallway on the casino level of Mandalay Bay. It leads directly to the Four Seasons’ private lobby, allowing you to bypass 90% of the public crowd when returning from dinner.

Vdara was the first property to prove that a hotel on the Las Vegas Strip could thrive without a single slot machine. In 2026, it is the anchor of the "Wellness District" in CityCenter. Every room here is a suite with a kitchenette, making it the premier choice for longer stays or travelers who prefer a residential feel. Because it’s physically connected to ARIA and Bellagio via enclosed walkways, you have instant access to world-class gambling and dining, but your actual home base remains a smoke-free, sustainable oasis of calm and glass-walled views.

The True Cost: $55/night resort fee.

Vibe Check: Sleek, high-end Tokyo skyscraper vibes; all glass, clean lines, and a lobby that smells like eucalyptus rather than cigarette smoke.

Time Out Pro Tip: Request a "Lake View" suite. You get a perfect, unobstructed bird's-eye view of the Bellagio Fountains without having to stay in the noisy Bellagio tower itself.

The Waldorf Astoria is where the adults-only, "Quiet Luxury" crowd lands in 2026. With its lobby located on the 23rd floor—the famous "Sky Lobby"—you are literally elevated above the Strip's chaos from the moment you check in. There is no casino, no smoking, and no "Vegas noise." Instead, the focus is on the award-winning thermal spa and the legendary tea service. It is perfectly positioned in the heart of the Strip, yet it maintains a residential, private-club atmosphere that makes it the most polished non-gaming stay in Nevada.

The True Cost: $55/night resort fee.

Vibe Check: Understated opulence; it’s a non-smoking, non-gaming cathedral of calm where "tea time" is taken as seriously as "cocktail hour."

Time Out Pro Tip: Don't miss the SkyBar at sunset. It’s one of the few places in Vegas where you can enjoy a drink with a 23rd-floor view of the Strip without being deafened by a nearby slot tournament. 

In 2026, the rebranding of the Delano into the W Las Vegas is complete. While it is physically attached to Mandalay Bay, the W operates as its own "all-suite, no-casino" tower. It captures the younger, high-spend demographic that wants a high-energy lobby and a "Whatever/Whenever" service culture without the smoky slots

The True Cost: $50/night resort fee.

Vibe Check: Sophisticated minimalist meets edgy design; it’s the "coolest" non-gaming tower in the city, favored by the Marriott Bonvoy elite.

Time Out Pro Tip: W Las Vegas guests have exclusive access to the WET Deck, a private, elevated pool that is significantly more tranquil and exclusive than the main Mandalay Bay beach complex.

The North Strip’s heavyweight for families and business travelers who want a massive residential footprint. Every room is a suite with a full kitchen, and the tower is entirely non-smoking and non-gaming.

The True Cost: $35/night resort fee (Often waived for select 2026 deals).

Vibe Check: Polished, gold-tinted, and incredibly quiet; it’s the best "Value-Luxury" stay for those who want a quiet night's sleep near the Fashion Show Mall.

Time Out Pro Tip: Book through a private owner on platforms like Expedia to bypass the resort fee entirely. You still get full access to the pool and 24-hour gym.

A trio of gated, non-gaming towers that provide the most "condo-like" experience on the Strip. This is the only major non-gaming property that offers private balconies for every guest.

The True Cost: $50/night resort fee.

Vibe Check: A quiet, residential enclave; it feels more like an upscale apartment complex than a Vegas hotel, perfect for groups who want a kitchen.

Time Out Pro Tip: Take the moving walkway "shortcut." It’s an enclosed, climate-controlled path that deposits you directly into the MGM Grand "District," putting you at the heart of the action in under 10 minutes without hitting the street.