Vegas visitors looking for excitement will find that and more at Harrah’s Las Vegas in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, where a festive atmosphere, diverse entertainment options and an action-packed casino permeate the property.
The celebration starts outside the casino at Carnaval Court, a rollicking outdoor bar that features live bands and flair bartenders. Souvenir kiosks and food stands complete the street fair ambience.
When entering the casino from Carnaval Court, a jester statue representing magic and jubilance ushers guests inside with the message: “The party has already started.” Nowhere is this more clear than just inside at the Piano Bar, where dueling pianos and karaoke keep the energy high. Harrah’s also boasts Numb Bar & Frozen Cocktails and the Signature Bar with color-changing lights, a crystal chandelier and big-screen TVs as well as 16 beers on tap.
Chandeliers resembling large gold Mardi Gras beads decorate the expansive casino, which is always brimming with action. Gamblers delight in everything from a comfortable poker room to a stylish high-limit gaming area with sliding glass panels, a keno lounge and Rapid Roulette tables. Sports wagering is available in the race and sports book, called the Sports Pit, with high-definition televisions wherever the eye can see.
Also in the casino is Toby Keith’s I Love This Party Pit, where dealers dressed in country-western garb sling cards while country music blares from speakers above. Those really feeling the honky-tonk vibe can head upstairs to Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill for a stiff drink, a bite and some dancing.
With a number of unique restaurants, guests can enjoy succulent steaks, prime rib, seafood and chicken at Ruth’s Chris Steak. Flavors, The Buffet represents cuisines from around the world. At the 24-hour Fulton Street Food Hall, you can get everything from New York-style pizza, sushi, homemade soups and artisanal sandwiches to bakery-fresh pastries. Plus, cool and refreshing ice cream with added mix-ins like fresh fruit are available at Icepan.
World-class entertainment at Harrah’s includes “Menopause The Musical” and the “Mac King Comedy Magic Show.”The hotel’s spa and Olympic-sized pool provide the perfect spots for guests to unwind.
Harrah’s boasts 25,000 square feet of meeting space. The lobby houses several jewelry, apparel and souvenir shops as well as a shoe shine station. There’s also a health club with the all the latest cardiovascular equipment and weight machines.
There is valet and self-parking. Guests will be charged $8 per day for self-parking and $13 per day for valet parking. Hourly self-parking and valet rates vary.
Though located within easy walking distance to many other properties, Harrah’s is home to a Las Vegas Monorail station, making it a snap to go just about anywhere on the Strip. Plus, free shuttle rides are available every half hour between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to the Rio and Bally’s/Paris Las Vegas.
Arguably one of the hippest, most rollicking joints in town, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino houses Vegas’ hottest concert venue and pool complex along with some chic nightspots, restaurants and retail outlets.
It’s all about the music here. From guitar-shaped door handles to a saxophone chandelier, every element of the resort worships at the altar of rock. The coolest collection of music memorabilia is enshrined on its walls and along its hallways. Check out jackets from Aerosmith, the Ramones and U2. There are also motorcycles, drum kits, countless autographed guitars and outrageous costumes worn by Madonna, Christina Aguilera, Elton John, Joan Jett and Billy Idol.
All of this memorabilia just scratches the surface of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s devotion to the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll. The entire resort — from the original structure built in 1995 to the all-suite HRH Tower added on in 2010 — has a hedonistic atmosphere reminiscent of a backstage bacchanal. At night, the casino’s Luxe Bar serve as ground zero for the parade of beautiful people. Vanity nightclub is also here, but is only open to public for special events and parties. It sports decadent décor elements including hand-cut crystals, rubbed brass and black chrome.
The resort’s crowning achievement, however, is The Joint. Steely Dan, the Ramones, Sting, Green Day, Ringo Starr, Duran Duran, Ozzy Osbourne, the Rolling Stones and many more smoked the original venue. A larger, state-of-the-art concert facility by the same name has since opened to carry the torch. It seats 4,000 people and offers a sound, lighting and video system that puts all others to shame. A smaller live music venue called Vinyl has also opened its doors. Emanating a speakeasy atmosphere, it has an industrial look and features a variety of bands.
Outside, the pool area, dubbed “Beachlife” and consisting of three separate pools (Nirvana Pool, Breathe Pool and Paradise Beach) is lush beyond belief with sandy beaches, tropical palms, private cabanas and swim-up blackjack, all accommodating the bronzed bodies who have made it the place to see and be seen. During the summer, the best revelry in the city takes place at Rehab. The Hard Rock Hotel originated this ultimate daytime pool party, where guests enjoy something akin to spring break debauchery.
Dining runs the gamut at the resort — from cosmopolitan to classic yet cutting edge. For instance, Nobu serves up modern Japanese cuisine and Fú has a unique fusion of Asian fare, while 35 Steaks + Martinis offers a cutting-edge take on traditional steakhouse cuisine. Culinary Dropout, a trendy gastropub by Sam Fox, provides another fabulous eating experience. Pink Taco cooks up Mexican favorites with a California flair. Plus, Mr. Lucky’s Café is the ultimate 24-hour coffee shop with a modern attitude. You never know who will walk in after a concert, and the off-the-menu special (the $7.77 plate of steak and shrimp) is sure to satisfy any meat-lover’s appetite.
Body-conscious guests will be pleased to discover a fully equipped fitness center, one that is much larger than you’d usually find at a hotel gym. Relaxation is also on the menu at the Reliquary Spa. With treatments like a Russian deep tissue massage, an Asian healing massage, a Turkish ritual and a Fijian body scrub, you’ll feel as if you’ve traveled all around the world.
Truly a Vegas original, the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino must be seen — and heard — to be believed. For the young, hip and trendy, this is an ideal place to kick off your Vegas party.
North Las Vegas resort Texas Station offers hospitality and Texas-sized entertainment options, including the Dallas Events Center, a 2,000-seat concert venue, as well as the South Padre nightclub, an 18-screen movie theater and a 60-lane bowling center.
Texas Station boasts the same friendly atmosphere of its sister Vegas establishments (Boulder, Palace, Santa Fe and Sunset Stations — plus, Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa), but combines it with the charm, attitude and flavor of the Lone Star State.
At just over 47 acres with a 125,000-square-foot casino, elbow room is plentiful at Texas Station. A wide variety of gaming options — more than 2,000 slot and video poker machines, 27 table games, a 486-seat bingo hall and live keno — make the resort ideal for those looking to challenge lady luck.
Several full-service restaurants — Austins Steakhouse (winner of numerous Las Vegas best steakhouse awards), Texas Star Oyster Bar, the Grand Cafe, a giant buffet and a number of other eateries — provide great dining. Enjoy a drink and piano music at the A-Bar before your dinner or stop by the Martini Bar afterward and have one of their metropolitan cocktails with a Western flavor.
South Padre plays host to live musical acts and has a dance floor. Play billiards in the Splitz Bar. The Dallas Events Center, meanwhile, hosts big-name entertainment.
The entire family will enjoy the 18-screen Regal Cinemas, which offers everything from Hollywood blockbusters to independent films in plush comfort and state-of-the-art dazzle, with stadium seating and THX stereo. And did we mention the 24-hour, 60-lane bowling center that features Cosmic Bowling on Fridays and Saturdays?
There’s a lot to do deep in the heart of Texas. You had better get moseying along, partner, or it’s going to pass you by.
One of downtown Las Vegas’ most brilliant treasures, Main Street Station Casino, Brewery & Hotel is just steps from the Fremont Street Experience but years apart.
Filled almost to overflowing with antiques, rarities and memorabilia — including a chandelier from Paris’ renowned Figaro Opera House and a section of the Berlin Wall — there’s something here to impress nearly everyone, even before one samples Main Street Station’s terrific hospitality. Hanging above the table games are antique fixtures from the Coca-Cola Building in Austin, Texas. There is stained glass from singer/actress Lillian Russell’s mansion. The hotel offers a brochure so you can take your own self-guided tour to discover the treasures that await throughout the property.
Without a doubt, however, the star attraction is the Triple 7 Restaurant and Microbrewery. With oysters, sushi, gourmet pizzas and garlic herb french fries that simply can’t be beat, there are plenty of great tastes to accompany the establishment’s handcrafted brews.
Main Street Station also boasts one of the best buffets around. The Garden Court Buffet has a one-of-a-kind atmosphere (imagine a vaulted ceiling with countless chandeliers and ceiling fans) paired with every culinary delight imaginable.
After eating, one has a wide range of options available: enjoying the 28,000-square-foot casino, wandering over to Fremont Street for the spectacular light and sound shows, or retiring to one of more than 400 luxurious, wood-accented rooms.
True to its name, Main Street Station is one of downtown’s main attractions. Whether visiting or staying overnight, a lengthy stop here isn’t only recommended but also unavoidable, and for the best possible reasons.
Enjoy a friendly casino atmosphere, good food and spacious rooms just one block north of the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas. The California Hotel & Casino offers a truly amicable environment for your visit.
What promises to be a tribute to the 31st state is unofficially devoted to the 50th here. For some reason or another, the residents of the fair state of Hawaii have made the California their main stop in Las Vegas, transforming the property into a tropical oasis. The rooms often fill with visitors from the islands, buoying the establishment with their warmth and enthusiasm.
Of course, the friendliness and hospitality of Las Vegas are also in abundance. Rooms are comfortable with flat-screen TVs and refrigerators and modestly priced. The mood in the casino is jubilant, with live keno, roulette, a multitude of slots and pai gow standing at the ready.
Restaurants include the upscale Redwood Steakhouse with its elegant setting and fine steaks and the 24-hour Market Street Cafe. There’s also Aloha Specialties for those in need of a quick bite between bets.
Drinks are always served with a smile in three fantastic bars: the Main Street Bar, the San Francisco Pub and Dave’s Bar, situated next to Cal’s Sports Book.
Complimentary shuttles run throughout the day taking guests to Sam’s Town on the “Boulder Strip.” A rooftop pool, a handful of souvenir shops and an arcade round out this spirited vacation experience.
The islands have met the Entertainment Capital of the World at the California. How could it be anything but a party?
The hotel will be undergoing construction on the west hotel tower starting Sept. 6. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the front desk.
An off-Strip property, Palace Station serves locals and tourists with great food, comedy acts, affordable rooms and much more.
Originally the “The Casino,” Palace Station paved the way for the rest of the Station Casinos properties. The acclaimed Sunset, Texas, Santa Fe and Boulder Station hotels as well as Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa wouldn’t exist if not for the dazzling success of this establishment. And the driving forces behind Palace Station are constantly refining and building on their good fortune for the benefit of their guests.
The accommodations here are spacious and just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, offering choices that run the gamut from comfort to class. Rooms and suites in the 21-story Luxury Tower boast a sophisticated, modern décor and upgraded amenities, including flat-screen televisions, work areas and top-notch bath products. The courtyard rooms are clean, comfortable and convenient with plenty of amenities. And guests won’t have to trek through the casino upon check-in because all rooms and suites are easily accessible from the lobby and parking garage.
Palace Station’s casino virtually crackles with charged excitement, with more than 1,600 slot machines, 44 table games,a 307-seat bingo room and an Asian games area featuring pai gow tiles. There is also a high-limit slots area, an expansive race and sports book and a nonsmoking poker room. Those who come to Palace Station not to stay, but to play, will enjoy the convenience of a separate casino valet, located with easy access to the casino floor.
The dining at Palace Station is as diverse and rich as Las Vegas itself. The Charcoal Room steakhouse features a menu including top-grade cuts of beef, market select fresh seafood and appetizers like creamed corn au gratin. Little Tony’s, a classic pizzeria by 11-time World Pizza Champion winner Tony Gemignani, serves a variety of pizza styles as well as a selection of pastas, calzones, stromboli, antipasti and salads. The Grand Café is open 24 hours a day to satisfy your cravings, while Cabo Mexican Restaurant offers up Mexican food in a hip, modern atmosphere, featuring lights resembling chili peppers and a round inviting bar. There’s something for everyone at the Feast Buffet as well. Guests can also grab a triple grande latte or other drink of choice at the Starbucks off the lobby.
Entertainment options include live music at Jack’s, a pub and sports bar, or guests can while away an evening with drinks at the Traxx and Trackside casino bars.
Surrounded by palm trees, the pool deck is relaxing and boasts two hot tubs. Plus, there is a fitness center, business center and gift shop.
Although Palace Station is located just off the Strip, complimentary shuttles run daily between the hotel and the Fashion Show mall on the Strip. Guests will also enjoy shuttle service to the airport. A concierge desk is available in the lobby to help with show or other travel arrangements.
Palace Station is willing, ready and able to make everyone feel right at home in Las Vegas.
Just blocks from the Fremont Street Experience, the El Cortez is Las Vegas’ longest continuously running hotel/casino and it is the only Las Vegas hotel still standing to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
One of its main features is the gaming, and being on the casino floor is truly a pleasant experience. The hotel boasts more than 1,000 slot machines (including many that are coin-operated — for a blast to the past); popular table games like blackjack, roulette, craps and baccarat; and an active sports book. It’s all waiting for fortune seekers to discover! Low-ante tables bustle with budding gamblers who want to ease into things slowly.
When it comes to dining, there’s Siegel’s 1941. Open 24 hours, it’s an upscale yet casual restaurant where you can dig into everything from roast prime rib, chicken Milanese, steak frites and corned beef hash to Belgian waffles and omelets. For quick bites head to Subway and Pizza lotto. Players can even take advantage of the casino’s Gambling Gourmet service, which provides them with game-side meals served from a rolling cart.
Live piano music can also be enjoyed in The Parlour Bar & Lounge, an elegant venue that boasts a menu packed with modern and vintage cocktails.
While the hotel has graced downtown since 1941 and still showcases its Spanish Colonial Revival style architecture on the exterior, more than $25 million has been spent in recent years on major improvements and renovations to all aspects of the property, right down to the wiring and electrical components in the elevators. All the rooms have been upgraded, and the property’s old Ogden House, located across the street, has been converted into the modern El Cortez Cabana Suites, a South Beach-style boutique hotel with 64 rooms and its own fitness center.
With a solid location anchoring the Fremont East Entertainment District and near to the dazzling light show of the Fremont Street Experience, affordable room rates and a historical air, the El Cortez is an indispensable part of Las Vegas’ exciting downtown area
Start spreading the news: You can vacation in Vegas while staying in New York City. At New York-New York, the ambience of the Big Apple meets the busiest intersection of the Las Vegas Strip. Visitors who stay here can also take advantage of Broadway-caliber entertainment, alluring nightlife and a death-defying roller coaster.
Every single detail of New York-New York harkens back to NYC, starting with the famous skyline. It features 12 room towers designed to re-create the Empire City’s most famous skyscrapers, including the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Century Building and the Ziggurat Building. Visitors will also discover a 150-foot replica of the Statue of Liberty and a 300-foot-long copy of the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus, the exterior reflects distinctive New York City landmarks like the IRT Power Station, Grand Central Station, the Ellis Island Immigrant Receiving Station and the United Nations Building Assembly Hall.
Speaking of the exterior, there’s a pedestrian-oriented outdoor plaza that runs along the frontage of New York-New York. It includes a mix of shops like Stupidiotic, Swatch and I Love NYNY and restaurants with patios like the Shake Shack, a hugely popular “roadside” burger stand, and Tom’s Urban. A stage is nestled in one end of the Brooklyn Bridge to showcase live bands and other entertainment. A sweet new attraction also stands here — Hershey’s Chocolate World, a flagship two-story store where guests can taste new treats. Its entrance features a towering Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bar and an 18-foot Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.
Guests can also enjoy a six-acre dining and entertainment district called The Park in the street between New York-New York and Monte Carlo. The Park features Beerhaus, Bruxie, California Pizza Kitchen and Sake Rock. It also connects to the 20,000-seat T-Mobile arena in partnership with AEG.
After exploring the outdoor offerings, step inside to see artistic drink pouring techniques by sexy bartenders at Coyote Ugly or be immersed in Celtic gaiety at Nine Fine Irishmen. The Bar at Times Square boasts its well-loved dueling pianos act at night, and Pour 24 is a contemporary bar with 24 American-made beers on tap.
A veritable city block of fine dining choices reflect the ethnically diverse cuisine from the Bronx to Brooklyn, Queens to Manhattan, Staten Island and beyond. The bakery-fresh bread of Il Fornaio will have you believing you’re in Little Italy, while the atmosphere of Gonzalez y Gonzalez replicates one of NYC’s most popular Mexican cafés. Succulent steak and seafood is prepared at Gallagher’s Steakhouse, which has been a beloved New York City eatery since 1927. Or venture to Greenwich Village for a quick nosh at the Village Eateries, an area of the hotel that offers authentic NYC-style street food such as pizza, kosher pickles, crepes and deli sandwiches.
Upstairs, the Coney Island institution Nathan’s Famous hot dogs fits perfectly inside the Coney Island Emporium, a midway-style arcade with 150 coin-operated games. Also at the amusement center is the Big Apple Coaster. Designed to replicate the classic yellow taxicabs, it’s guaranteed to thrill as it tears around the front of the resort at 67 mph.
For something a little more relaxing treat yourself to a therapeutic body treatment at The Spa at New York-New York. SoHo-style shops, a fitness center and a seasonal pool with cabanas and three hot tubs round out the hotel’s amenities.
Please keep in mind all rooms are non-smoking. If you choose to smoke, there will be a $250 cleaning fee at checkout. The property offers plenty of designated areas, including the casino and various bars.
You don’t have to be Frank Sinatra to sing the praises of New York-New York. With such a perfect location and so much to do, you’ll definitely be able to make a brand new start of it on your Vegas visit.
There is a charge for parking.
Self-parking fees are: Free for less than one hour; $7 for 1 to 2 hours, $10 for 2 to 4 hours, $12 for 4 to 24 hours. Valet fees: $15 for 0 to 4 hours; $20 for 4 to 24 hours. Parking fees repeat for each 24-hour period. The parking fee for registered hotel guests includes in-out privileges within the same parking type (self or valet) across all MGM Resorts hotels (subject to availability).
The architecturally-stunning M Resort brings dining, gaming and casual elegance to the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, about 10 miles south of Mandalay Bay.
The resort was created for Las Vegas residents as a locals resort destination by a native of the city, Anthony A. Marnell III, and offers unparalleled amenities, service and quality. Inside the casino feels spacious and airy. The main lobby area has a wall made of glass windows that overlooks the M Pool and Entertainment Piazza. There are other entranceways located throughout the casino featuring large windows, a rarity for any casino. The interior has dark wood and unique glass lighting accents creating a modern yet relaxed atmosphere for guests.
Rooms are upscale but casual with dark tones and custom furniture, many with spectacular views of the Strip and valley.
There are several restaurants at M Resort featuring widely recognized chefs as well as a brew bar and a wine cellar/tasting room, providing an array of dining and drinking options. There’s the steak and ocean cuisine of Anthony’s Steakhouse. A popular dining destination for locals, buffet-in-the-round Studio B serves house beer and wine as part of its overall price. Attached is the Studio B show kitchen for private cooking demonstrations, which are showcased on 117 screens within the buffet.
Jayde Fuzion, a restaurant offering contemporary Asian sharing dishes that combine Japanese, Chinese and Korean flavors, boasts an interactive sushi bar with an all-you-can eat sushi menu served daily. Vig Deli features classic bar food like wings and pizza along with an array of sandwich options, made-to-order hot dogs and hand-made desserts. Located near the race and sports book it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a quick meal while watching the game.
Guests looking for a lighter breakfast can stop by Baby Cakes, which serves an assortment of coffee and espresso drinks along with European-style pastries, cakes and chocolates, or grab a quick burger at Anthony’s Gourmet Burgers & Brews. The 35-seat Marinelli’s Pasta Bar serves fresh, made-to-order small plate Italian dishes.
In addition to the various dining options the resort features varied atmospheres to enjoy a drink. Take two stairways or a glass elevator from the main casino floor down and you’ll find the Hostile Grape Wine Cellar, a contemporary wine cellar serving 160 wines by the glass and more options by the bottle. The M Bar located on the casino floor features contemporary music, videos played on various flat screen televisions located throughout and venue and live entertainment. Beer drinkers won’t want to miss 32° Draft Bar featuring 96 different beers on tap including everything from classic lagers to unique ales and stouts. Ravello Lounge overlooks the casino floor and features live musical acts. When the warmer weather rolls around guests can enjoy a drink and the sunset at Villaggio Bar located on the outside piazza.
During the warmer months the resort also hosts concerts at the M Pool and Entertainment Piazza boasting the Las Vegas valley and desert sky as a backdrop. The 110,000-square-foot complex features two main pools and two large Jacuzzis. There’s also Daydream, a secluded adults-only pool that features weekly parties and special guest DJs.
M Resort is also home to Spa Mio which utilizes the latest techniques and products to provide the ultimate in relaxation.
Take one step onto the fountain-fronted property at Bellagio Las Vegas, and you will instantly find yourself transported to an elegant European resort, replete with lavish rooms, award-winning restaurants and a luxurious spa, all the while surrounded by works from the world’s most renowned artists.
From the natural light bathing the lobby through glass ceilings to the fresh flowers and trees of the Bellagio Conservatory and Gardens, whose displays change five times a year, everything about Bellagio tells you that you’re not in Las Vegas anymore.
Dining devotees will not only be pleased with Bellagio’s first-rate dining options — they will be absolutely dazzled. From the AAA Five-Diamond Award-winning fare of both Le Cirque and Picasso (Bellagio is the only North American resort to house two Five Diamond award-winning restaurants under one roof), the only dining problem you’ll find at Bellagio is how to choose amongst the amazing selection. Celebrated chef Julian Serrano’s restaurant Lago has a dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Fountains of Bellagio and features creative small plates and a sophisticated mixology program. Casual eats are also available at Café Bellagio, Noodles and The Buffet. And guests can enjoy sweet treats at Café Gelato and the Palio Café.
Just as exclusive as the eateries is Bellagio’s shopping at Via Bellagio. The impressive list of fashion world luminaries includes Chanel, Dior, Giorgio Armani, Louis Vuitton and Prada. Fine retailers like Bellissimo and Platino are now open along the resort’s pool promenade as well.
The 65,000-square-foot Spa Bellagio provides dozens of ways to further immerse yourself into the luxury this resort offers. And the ultimate diversion is the elemental spectacle of Cirque du Soleil’s “O,” though other, more grounded entertainment at the hotel’s numerous lounges can also be enjoyed at your leisure. Some even offer incredible views of the spectacular Fountains of Bellagio show, a magnificent ballet of dancing waters choreographed to music and lights, in the manmade lake.
All of this excess is balanced by the more delicate delights at Bellagio: the succulent pastries of Jean Philippe Pâtisserie, the expansive balconies overlooking the resort’s meticulously-landscaped pools and the rare and treasured art featured in the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art.
Plus, nightlife is a notch above the rest with the elevated service and unique surroundings at The Bank and Hyde Bellagio, an indoor/outdoor venue that overlooks the Fountains of Bellagio. Lily Bar & Lounge is a sleek retreat that boasts lavish décor and signature cocktails as part of a more intimate nighttime experience. Some other great bars to check out include the Petrossian Bar near the lobby and the Sports Bar Lounge by the sprawling race and sports book.
The accommodations at Bellagio have also been completely updated. Three unique designs transport guests to a warm and elegant world replete with modern conveniences. Among the amenities are a custom pillow-top mattress, original artwork by Damon Clarke, a 40-inch Samsung HD television, a media hub, a laptop-sized nightstand safe and a bedside iHome docking station. Keep in mind all rooms, with the exception of the 19th floor, are non-smoking; guests who smoke in rooms will be charged a $300 cleaning fee at checkout.
Don’t take our word for it, however. Discover for yourself the rare experience Bellagio has to offer, and find your own extraordinary piece of Europe in the center of the Las Vegas Strip.
Self-parking fees are: Free for less than one hour; $7 for 1 to 2 hours, $12 for 2 to 4 hours, $15 for 4 to 24 hours. Valet fees: $20 for 0 to 4 hours; $25 for 4 to 24 hours. Parking fees repeat for each 24-hour period. The parking fee for registered hotel guests includes in-out privileges within the same parking type (self or valet) across all MGM Resorts hotels (subject to availability).
Fremont Street Experience may boast the brightest lights, but the iconic Four Queens Hotel & Casino is a star in its own right.
The venerable resort is located in the heart of downtown, but it has been there since well before the high-tech Viva Vision canopy started dazzling crowds. There’s enough classic Vegas glitz and old-school charm inside the Four Queens to rival the light show’s best displays.
The casino floor at Four Queens is always active and brimming with excitement as well. It boasts more than 1,000 slot machines, 27 gaming tables, a keno parlor and a sports book. Most recently, a bank of the popular Paradise Fishing slots was installed at the east entrance.
Dining at Four Queens is among downtown’s most celebrated. Enjoy the savory gourmet delights of Hugo’s Cellar, where every woman walks away with a fresh rose. For a more casual experience, try a fresh-baked pizza in the Chicago Brew Pub, where you’ll also discover a cigar lounge. And the 24-hour Magnolia’s Veranda serves up quick eats, including an unbeatable prime rib dinner special.
The Canyon Club showroom boasts a variety of live entertainment — everything from dance bands to comedians. Comedy magician Mike Hammer is currently mesmerizing audiences in an early evening show followed by Steve Connolly, who stars in the Elvis tribute show the “Spirit of the King.”
Featuring 690 comfortable and spacious rooms in twin 19-story towers, the Four Queens maximizes your stay with a 24-hour bell staff, laundry service and room service. Among the hotel’s other amenities are a lovely pool, meeting rooms and a gift shop to round out your Vegas experience.
With celebrated dining, convenient services and classic Vegas charm, the Four Queens is one of the brightest stars in downtown Las Vegas.
Quick note to all guests who are staying at the hotel. The south tower is currently undergoing renovations.
Sunset Station is one of the best reasons to stray from the Las Vegas Strip. Whether you’re seeking fun for the whole family, a wild night out with friends or an elegant, romantic evening for two, this neighborhood hotel-casino located in Henderson (about 20 minutes away — just off the I-515/U.S. 95) can make wonderful things happen.
A 13-screen cinema, an enormous bowling alley, an action-packed casino, lounges and bars with entertainment and a variety of dining options are among the offerings at Sunset Station, which sits on an expansive 98 acres, portraying the ambience of a Spanish Mediterranean village inside and out.
The well-appointed rooms at Sunset Station come with a variety of amenities. More than 2,400 slot and video poker machines; 39 table games including blackjack, craps and roulette; a bingo hall; a 300-seat race & sports book; and a keno lounge comprise the casino.
At the center of the casino, the stained glass-accented Gaudi Bar provides a spot to people watch and keep an eye on the casino action while relaxing with a few drinks. Live music is offered here on weekends. Concert-goers can also enjoy some of the music industry’s hottest acts in Club Madrid and the Sunset Amphitheater. Another fun bar on the premises is the Kingpin Lounge, where visitors can play billiards. It’s located in the resort’s 72-lane Strike Zone Bowling Center.
If you’re looking for a meal, there are eight dining options as well as an impressive food court. Savor wonderful steaks and California cuisine in the elegant Sonoma Cellar Steakhouse. With its full salsa bar, Cabo Mexican Restaurant serves up sizzling Southwestern fare, while the Feast Buffet features seven live cooking stations from around the globe. Pasta Cucina is a hub of hearty Italian delights and the Oyster Bar offers things like homemade chowders and steamed clams prepared before your eyes.
Guests will also appreciate other amenities at Sunset Station, including the professionally supervised Kids Quest indoor play area, a lively arcade, a lovely pool deck with a hot tub, a fitness center and a business center. In addition, business travelers can make use of 13,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, complete with catering, audiovisual services and wireless internet connections.
Though billed as a locals casino, tourists won’t regret taking the short driving detour off the Strip to visit Sunset Station.
Aliante Casino + Hotel is a modern hotel/resort built in the middle of the master-planned North Las Vegas community of Aliante. The hotel offers friendly service, great gaming action, fabulous restaurants, exciting nightlife and a variety of live entertainment.
The hotel features guest rooms and suites; many with dramatic, sweeping views of the mountains and city lights. Guests can enjoy a beautiful pool area complete with private cabanas and outdoor bar, a business center, valet service and several lounges with live entertainment.
Conventions benefit from 30,000 square feet of event and banquet space accommodating groups of all sizes.
Dining and entertainment are sure to please every visitor with many options. Five fabulous restaurants along with a convenient and familiar food court will curb every appetite. Don’t forget, room service is available to guests of the hotel. Enjoy a live musical concert in the 600-seat showroom, complete with VIP booths, or catch your favorite first-run movie in the 16-screen on premise movie theater.
Aliante is a great local casino/resort, just minutes from the excitement of the Las Vegas tourist corridor.
With its brilliant pink and orange façade, the Flamingo is as colorful as the history behind it.
It seems appropriate that the Flamingo is a direct descendant of the hotel where modern Las Vegas began. Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel’s original Flamingo is gone (torn down in 1993), but the hotel that bears the name continues to live up to its name.
The lush gardens behind the room towers seem removed from Las Vegas entirely, with live pink Chilean flamingos, ducks, swans, turtles and koi fish frolicking in ponds and under three-story waterfalls. A number of swimming pools — including the stunning main pool with its seasonal water slide and the party-like Go Pool — make the Flamingo seem less of a casino and more of a full-fledged resort.
But the animals and water attractions aren’t the only entertainment at the Flamingo — plenty of humans worth checking out call the resort their home too. The women of “X Burlesque” offer some adult fun in the late evenings. Jeff Civillico is featured in a wacky comedy/juggling show in the afternoon. There are shows to suit all ages as well, including the song stylings of brother and sister duo Donny and Marie and the celebrity tribute show “Legends in Concert.”
Restaurants at the resort cater to tastes ranging from American and Italian to Japanese cuisines. The Paradise Garden Buffet serves up delicious food in an idyllic setting, looking right out at the picturesque wildlife habitat. Favorites at the Center Cut Steakhouse include the 20-ounce ribeye and 24-ounce porterhouse. And you can always grab a quick bite in the Tropical Breeze Cafe or the food court.
To keep the party going, while your night away at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, a crazy Caribbean-themed entertainment complex with a menu of island favorites and a cast of strolling entertainers. There’s even a Margaritaville Casino for Parrotheads to enjoy, complete with 22 tables, 220 slot machines and the 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar. Pick up a cocktail at Bugsy’s Bar or the lobby bar. Other dining choices include Center Cut Steakhouse and the rollicking Mexican restaurant and bar chain Carlos’n Charlie’s.
It goes without saying that the casino is enormous, with more than 1,600 slot machines, countless table games, a poker room and a giant race and sports book to reward the fortunate. Those looking to be pampered or get in a good workout will be impressed with the facilities at The Spa at the Flamingo. Charming weddings can be held in the Garden Chapel.
The north entrance of the Flamingo is also connected to The Linq, an outdoor shopping, dining and entertainment district that’s home to the High Roller observation wheel.
The resort has also transformed its standard rooms into more contemporary accommodations — FAB rooms. Modern décor elements include splashes of signature Flamingo pink and warm, wood-toned furnishings. Guests will enjoy upgraded beds with ultra-soft pillow-top mattresses, plush linens and faux fur throws. FAB rooms even come equipped with 32-inch flat-screen plasma televisions.
There is valet and self-parking. Guests will be charged $8 per day for self-parking and $13 per day for valet parking. Hourly self-parking and valet rates vary.
True to its lineage, the Flamingo is — and always will be — a quintessential Las Vegas experience.
Locals know the truth about Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino. Situated near the Strip and hotspots like the Hard Rock Hotel and “restaurant row,” it boasts an ideal location. In fact, it’s one of the friendliest establishments in Las Vegas.
The casino is smaller than many of its Strip counterparts, but modern and absolutely loaded with amenities. It includes a William Hill Race & Sports Book with leather chairs, table games, a 195-seat bingo room and countless slot and video poker machines.
Wrought iron chandeliers hang from the ceilings, and flowered ivy decorates the faux-finished walls in the casino. There are two lively bars: a sports bar and the Corona Cantina with a stage where live entertainment is often featured.
The Sterling Spoon Cafe, a wonderful 24-hour coffee shop, can curb any craving with everything from American to Mexican and Chinese favorites — as well as breakfast any time of the day. You can also indulge in a more upscale steak and seafood menu with fine spirits in The Back Room at The Sterling Spoon on Friday and Saturday nights. The S7 Buffet is another affordable option offering themed dinners seven nights a week. P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Buca di Beppo, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Roy’s, the Gordon Biersch Brewery & Restaurant, Fogo de Chao and more are located across the street, only steps away.
A pool and hot tub in a lushly landscaped courtyard, a fitness center, free shuttle service to both the Strip and McCarran International Airport (for a detailed schedule of departures and pickups, contact the front desk), and a gift shop round out the amenities at Silver Sevens, where you are guaranteed a wonderful stay!
Described as the crown jewel of the 67-acre urban metropolis CityCenter, Aria Resort & Casino flaunts an illustrious list of firsts for the Las Vegas Strip and beyond. It’s not only the largest hotel in the world to earn the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design’s Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, but it also features the most technologically advanced guest rooms in the country.
In addition, Aria offers more than 15 restaurants serving a variety of cuisines. Julian Serrano prepares Spanish-style tapas and small plates ideal for sharing. Jean Georges Steakhouse offers quality meats and inventive side dishes. Michelin-starred chef Masa Takayama is at the helm of both Bar Masa and Tetsu. There are also more casual dining choices including The Buffet at Aria and Aria Café, while the Jean Philippe Pâtisserie is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Michael Mina’s Bardot Brasserie serve fine food (like shellfish and roasted bone marrow) while celebrating the cocktails and café culture of Ernest Hemingway’s Paris. And chef Shawn McClain is behind a casual pizza eatery called FIVE50 Pizza Bar with handmade pastas and craft beers. Carbone is an Italian-American dining experience with waiters (known as “captains”) delivering entertaining tableside preparations.
Nightlife options at Aria include the sophisticated Alibi Cocktail Room and the ultra-swanky Jewel Nightclub. Some other more low-key bars that boast creative cocktails are Lift Bar and Lobby Bar.
Among Aria’s other offerings are the The Spa & Salon and a 215,000-square-foot pool deck. Liquid Pool Lounge is also a great spot during the summer for daytime indulgence in a party-like atmosphere.
Architecturally unique and sustainable in its design, Aria promises impeccable hospitality and personalized service. Expansive spaces like a three-story lobby are complemented by the warm, intimate décor elements of reclaimed wood and native stone.
Innovative water features by WET Design (creators of the Bellagio fountains and Mirage Volcano) greet guests at Aria’s arched porte-cochère. At the center of the driveway, the recycled water of Lumia lights up with bright, vibrant colors as it shoots into arcs and twisting ribbons. The curved 250-feet-long by 24-feet-high water wall, Focus, stretches across the front of the building.
Guests will also be greeted by public art, such as Maya Lin’s sculpture of the Colorado River, “Silver River.” Created from 100 percent reclaimed silver, it flows majestically above the registration desk.
Like the rest of the hotel, the casino utilizes unique earth-friendly initiatives, such as slot machine bases that serve as floor air-conditioning distribution units to effectively cool public spaces from the ground up. Nonsmoking pathways and specialized air curtains help minimize the impact of tobacco smoke on both guests and employees.
Aria has been designed to achieve a 30 percent improvement in energy efficiency. Guests can even “green their stay” by programming a preferred level of light and room temperature, as well as indicating the frequency of their linen and towel changes. The Control4 Suite System allows you to program your personal preferences, thanks to a simple remote control and television control panel.
Even with all the action under Aria’s roof, the CityCenter experience continues outside. The Crystals at CityCenter retail and entertainment district is located just beyond the lobby, while a pedestrian-friendly walkway offers access to Vdara from Aria’s north valet. Getting around the CityCenter complex and to other nearby resorts is easy as well. A tram runs between Bellagio and Monte Carlo with a stop at Crystals.
So a stay at Aria not only puts you in the lap of luxury, but also in the heart of all the action in CityCenter and within easy walking distance to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip.
Guests will be charged for parking.
Self-parking fees are: Free for less than one hour; $7 for 1 to 2 hours, $12 for 2 to 4 hours, $15 for 4 to 24 hours. Valet fees: $20 for 0 to 4 hours; $25 for 4 to 24 hours. Parking fees repeat for each 24-hour period. The parking fee for registered hotel guests includes in-out privileges within the same parking type (self or valet) across all MGM Resorts hotels (subject to availability).
At the Excalibur in Las Vegas, guests will find contemporary rooms, a busy casino, party-like dining experiences, a knightly show and more, all housed in a gigantic castle.
Set majestically between the skyline of New York-New York and the Egyptian pyramid of Luxor at the intersection of Tropicana Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard on the Strip, guests at the Excalibur can discover much more than knights and armor in this hotel.
At the heart of the property, escalators and elevators provide easy access to the upper levels. Upstairs, you’ll come across The Steakhouse at Camelot and The Buffet at Excalibur (which features an interactive dessert station as well as six food stations serving an array of cultural cuisines including American, Asian, Italian and Latin), a variety of shops selling everything from jewelry to souvenirs and the Castle Walk Food Court, which is expansive at 25,000 square feet and includes Schlotzsky’s, Cinnabon, Hot Dog on a Stick, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, Pick Up Stix, Tropical Smoothie Café, Auntie Anne’s Soft Rolled Pretzels and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.
Also located upstairs is the motorcycle-themed Octane Lounge. Start your evening there with drinks and then stop by the showroom shared by knights sans shining armor — the Thunder from Down Under dance troupe — and a Bee Gees tribute band. This floor is also home to the Canterbury Wedding Chapel.
On the casino level, guests’ cups will most certainly runneth over at Dick’s Last Resort, where food and drinks are delivered with a side of irreverence. Buca di Beppo is also known for making plates runneth over with its delicious, family-style Italian food, and Johnny Rockets serves up yummy burgers, fries and ice cream shakes. The Lounge offers live entertainment with a variety of music from pop to punk.
Near the front of the resort you can access stairs and escalators to the downstairs Fun Dungeon, where a midway offers carnival-style games with plush prizes and an arcade full of all the latest video games, designed for kids and kids-at-heart. You can also enjoy a feast and a show at the arena-style “Tournament of Kings.”
After a long night of rabble rousing and general good cheer, those looking for a little relaxation or to burn some calories will want to visit The Spa at Excalibur. It houses a sauna, steam room and fitness center, as well as offers a full menu of pampering body treatments.
The sprawling casino has plenty of slot and video poker machines as well as a wide variety of table games. Original stained glass panels depicting scenes from medieval times colorfully decorate the roof above the gaming floor. For more excitement, check out The Party Pit. Here you can play blackjack, roulette and three-card poker games while a sultry dancer performs on a stage behind the dealers.
The 2,000 widescreen rooms at the Excalibur boast modern décor, upgraded amenities (including 42-inch flat-screen TVs and alarm clocks with iPod connectivity) and large bathrooms with granite countertops, while the standard rooms continue to offer comfort with touches of the classic castle-theme at an affordable price. Keep in mind there is a $300 smoking fee for guests who smoke in non-smoking rooms.
Rounding out the kingdom is the pool area, which is much more than just a moat. This includes the Drenched pool café, a separate adults-only pool with cabanas, a fire pit and sun decks perfect for the king and queen of the castle. There is also a family pool with a thrilling water slide.
For those looking for easy access to other hotels, an indoor walkway connects the Excalibur to the Luxor. There is also a pedestrian bridge from the Excalibur to the New York-New York and the Tropicana. Finally, there is a free tram that goes from the Excalibur to the Luxor and then to Mandalay Bay.
Guests will be charged for parking.
Self-parking fees are: Free for less than one hour; $5 for 1 to 2 hours, $8 for 2 to 4 hours, $10 for 4 to 24 hours. Valet fees: $10 for 0 to 4 hours; $15 for 4 to 24 hours. Parking fees repeat for each 24-hour period. The parking fee for registered hotel guests includes in-out privileges within the same parking type (self or valet) across all MGM Resorts hotels (subject to availability).
With first-class accommodations and a slew of acclaimed chefs, The Palazzo is the perfect respite for those seeking a taste of the finer things in life. From a three-story Barneys New York to a beautiful waterfall atrium, the resort is always striving to reach new heights in the hospitality industry.
As the largest LEED-certified building in the world, the resort is also committed to the environment. During the construction of The Palazzo, some 70 percent of waste materials were recycled, diverting nearly 42,000 tons from the landfill. Numerous green initiatives regarding recycling, energy, lighting, water, air quality and cleaning products are also in place here.
Combined with The Venetian and the Sands Expo and Convention Center, The Palazzo is among the largest hotel and convention complexes in the world. The two hotels are connected by The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo, an 875,000-square-foot multilevel shopping complex with approximately 160 high-end stores — including Barneys — and water features like The Palazzo’s stunning Waterfall Atrium and The Venetian’s indoor canal. Amenities at The Palazzo and The Venetian are interchangeable, and together the properties boast the most James Beard award-winning restaurants under one roof.
A cathedral ceiling majestically tops the casino, while a second 80-foot dome floods the lobby with natural light. With 139 types of games, as well as countless slot and video poker machines, the casino floor itself lacks the stale smell of cigarette smoke typically found in Las Vegas casinos. As a property certified by Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), smoking is off limits for the majority of The Palazzo — including 50 percent of the casino floor.
The resort’s 3,066 all-suite rooms start at 720 square feet and are decorated with a modern Italian style. They provide all the comforts of home along with the luxuries of a high-class hotel, and include sunken living rooms, remote-controlled draperies, multiple flat-screen TVs and Roman tubs. The Prestige Suites, located on the 23rd floor, offer enhanced VIP treatment with a champagne check-in and access to an exclusive lounge where a complimentary breakfast, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails are served.
Dining is inarguably second to none at The Palazzo with restaurants like celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s Cut, an AAA Four Diamond Award-winning steakhouse. Carnaval-inspired SushiSamba unites Brazilian flavors, Peruvian tastes and Japanese technique. Chef Mario Batali’s Carnevino is for connoisseurs of aged beef, and chef Emeril Lagasse’s Table 10, inspired by his flagship New Orleans restaurant, showcases bold Creole cooking. Grimaldi’s, a New York City import, serves up its incomparable thin crust pizza.
Adjacent to SushiSamba is its sister venue, The Lounge at SushiSamba, a vibrant boutique nightclub featuring interactive entertainment. Another hotspot for dining and drinks is the Mediterranean-inspired Lavo.
For a more casual meal, enjoy light fare at Wolfgang Puck’s seasonal restaurant, Solaro, located at the five-acre pool complex on the hotel’s fourth floor. Also on the pool level near the entrance to the Canyon Ranch SpaClub, the Canyon Ranch Grill offers healthy options as well as a menu of organic liquor.
Those seeking sophistication and elegance on their Vegas vacation will find it here. The Palazzo is unparalleled in providing world-class dining, shopping and accommodations right in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip.
Offering some of the best dining experiences on Fremont Street Experience, the Fremont Hotel & Casino is one of downtown Vegas’ most beloved hotels.
The property has been one of the crowning gems of Fremont Street since 1956, when it became the first high-rise hotel in the area. Even after the hotel changed hands — Boyd Gaming bought it in 1985 — the devotion to quality and comfort has never lessened.
The 447 spacious, recently renovated guest rooms and suites — with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators and wireless internet access (for a fee) — are comfortably removed from the round-the-clock excitement of the Fremont’s 32,000-square-foot casino. Several stellar restaurants also stand ready to serve, from the splendid Pacific Rim cuisine of the Second Street Grill to the playful tropical setting of the Paradise Buffet & Café. And popular beef rib purveyor Tony Roma’s packs in guests by the truckload. For a quick bite, there’s always the Lanai Express or Dunkin’ Donuts. Plus, cocktails are poured round the clock in the casino bar and sports bar.
There’s more to the Fremont, but you should discover those bonuses through repeat visits. Offering classic Vegas service and quality, the Fremont Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas impresses with wonderful dining, comfortable rooms and exciting gaming action.
Down-home attitude and Wild West charms make Arizona Charlie’s Decatur popular with locals and tourists. Good food, comfortable rooms, popular lounge acts and a poker room make this hotel an all-around winner.
More than just a “neighborhood casino” on Las Vegas’ west side, Arizona Charlie’s Decatur is almost revolutionary in nature. Not only does it boast a huge 24-hour bingo parlor, but it also houses an enclosed non-smoking slot area. Along with a race and sports book and keno lounge, gamblers can try their luck on 12 exciting table games.
Of course, there’s much more to Arizona Charlie’s Decatur than its lively casino. Live entertainment in the Naughty Ladies’ Saloon rules almost every night of the week, ranging from popular lounge acts to the occasional national country and classic rock bands. Dining here is also a rich experience, whether you choose the elegant cuisine in Ron’s Steakhouse, the many of options of Charlie’s Market Buffet or just the comfort food of the Sourdough Cafe.
Accommodations are comfortable and affordable. Guests can take advantage of a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, arcade and gift shop too.
As friendly and willing to please as the cowpoke it was named for, Arizona Charlie’s Decatur is one of Las Vegas’ safe bets.
Downtown Grand is located on Third Street between Stewart and Ogden avenues in downtown Las Vegas, just steps from The Mob Museum and two blocks from Fremont Street Experience as well as a short stroll from the hip bar scene in the Fremont East Entertainment District. The hotel is also less than a mile from shopping at the Las Vegas Premium Outlets – North and cultural events at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts.
Downtown Grand is comprised of two towers — the 17-story Casino Tower (east) and the 25-story Grand Tower (west), which are joined by an elevated walkway. Together, they house nearly 630 rooms and suites that range in size from 350 to 1,200 square feet. All of them provide sophisticated and stylish accommodations for downtown visitors. Guests will also enjoy flat-screen high-definition TVs with cable channels, Serta Presidential pillowtop mattresses, down pillows, alarm clocks, work desks and convenient standard and USB power outlets. The bathrooms are contemporary with either showers or combined shower/tubs as well as hair dryers and environmentally friendly amenities.
Among Downtown Grand’s dining offerings is a stylish bistro called the Freedom Beat. The Ninth Island, a shave ice and daiquiri bar from Hawaii, has also set up shop on this side of the Pacific Ocean.
Another inventive culinary concept at Downtown Grand is The Commissary, which features communal seating and an outdoor patio. Also open on a seasonal basis is The Pool Deck. In addition to an outdoor pool with a fire pit and cabanas, there is a bar, a lunch menu and park-like landscaping.
At night, you’ll find a lively scene in Downtown Grand’s casino bar Furnace or the Art Bar, which also serves small bites.
The 30,000-square-foot casino floor at Downtown Grand features an industrial chic décor and cool brick façade. It houses more than 600 state-of-the-art slot machines and 30 table games.
And that’s not all. Downtown Grand is at the heart of a much bigger neighborhood: the 10-acre, four-block district known as Downtown3rd, aka “dt³.” Downtown3rd aims to offer visitors and locals a pedestrian-friendly, entertainment-oriented experience. Presently, it consists of the cool drinking and dining joints Triple George Grill, Hogs & Heifers Saloon and Pizza Rock.