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.
Discover South Beach in Las Vegas at Tropicana Las Vegas – A Doubletree by Hilton, which boasts a sun and beach theme.
Guests can enjoy light, bright rooms featuring tropical décor along with 42-inch plasma television sets, iPod docks and updated décor with interesting touches like plantation shutters on the windows. There is even a vanilla/coconut-like scent wafting through the hallways to appeal to guests’ senses and impart a tropical feel.
The hotel’s 50,000-square-foot casino features white marble tiling, stylish chairs at the slot machines and vibrant carpet while the race and sports book, operated by CG Techology, has plentiful seating and multiple big-screen televisions.
The Laugh Factory Las Vegas comedy showroom is also housed at the resort.
In addition, there is luxurious leather seating and live entertainment or DJs on many nights in the Tropicana Lounge, which is located just off the main casino floor and serves an array of classic cocktails or order a signature frozen cocktail from Chill’m.
Step inside Glow, A Mandara Spa, where beach, stone and jungle elements, enhance the divine pleasure of traditional and contemporary health and skin care.
Tropicana Las Vegas’ two-acre pool features lush tropical landscaping, a shaded area and a grassy area perfect for laying out in the sun or lounging under a tree. **The pool is closed for the season and is not available to guests.**
Guests can savor several dining choices including Bacio Italian Cuisine, an elegant restaurant at Tropicana Las Vegas featuring pizzas, calzones, pastas and more. There is also Biscayne Steak, Sea and Wine, which serves up their steakhouse fare in a cheerful dining room decorated with beige colors and dark woods.Try the Beach Café or the South Beach Food Court for quick eats.
If you’re in town for a conference, Tropicana Las Vegas offers more than 100,000 square feet of conference space, featuring state-of-the-art technology that will make your convention or special event sail smoothly. And The Wedding Chapel at Tropicana Las Vegas and its staff can make your big day a dream come true.
The Big Easy meets the Entertainment Capital of the World at The Orleans, located just a short drive west of the Las Vegas Strip. From the playful French Quarter-like façade to the alligator-shaped door handles, the soul of New Orleans envelops guests.
Inside, you’ll find bright festive colors, giant Mardi Gras masks hanging from the ceiling and watering holes like the Bourbon Street Cabaret, where you can enjoy a drink and live entertainment.
Of course, Vegas still is very much in evidence with a bustling casino offering slots, video poker and keno machines, a variety of table games, a 19-table nonsmoking poker room that’s open 24 hours a day, and a race and sports book, among its many assets.
The 850-seat Orleans Showroom hosts a mix of big-name bands, singers and comedians. Plus, the state-of-the-art Orleans Arena features concerts, family entertainment and sporting events.
The hotel offers plenty of things to do for the whole family from the 70-lane bowling center to the 18-screen movie theater. Young children will enjoy a session at the professionally supervised Kids Tyme, while teens can play video games at the Time Out Arcade.
A wide choice of dining is available at The Orleans including delectable prime rib at The Prime Rib Loft, sushi and Chinese fare at Ondori Asian Kitchen, and freshly shucked oysters at Big Al’s Oyster Bar. There are also plenty of casual dining options including Alder & Birch, the French Market Buffet, T.G.I. Friday’s, the Courtyard Café, Java Vegas Coffee and a food court housing Fuddruckers, Sbarro, Subway and Baskin-Robbins.
Rooms at The Orleans are comfortable, featuring such amenities as flat-screen TVs, hair dryers, coffee makers and spacious sitting areas. Plus, the hotel offers many amenities to make the stay pleasant for guests including a salon and barber shop, two pools and a large hot tub, a luxurious spa, the Rocky Mountain Chocolate shop and a liquor store. The hotel also has free shuttle service to the Gold Coast (its sister property) and to and from the Las Vegas Strip.
Above all, The Orleans offers the entertainment and distinctive charm of its namesake — a place to trade your blues for rhythm and blues, your scowl for a grin, and a bad day for a great evening. Mardi Gras has begun and will never end here. Don’t be surprised if you end up leaving with multicolored strings of beads around your neck!
The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower has become a one-of-a-kind landmark in the Vegas skyline and, at 1,149 feet high, its tower is the spot for the ultimate view of Las Vegas. But offering a spectacular view, the highest thrill rides in the country, a bevy of dining options and a variety of accommodations, is just the beginning.
The Stratosphere’s casino is nearly as impressive an entity as the tower. It’s one of the larger gaming floors in town and is constantly updated with state-of-the-art slot machines and video technology. Plus, there’s an action-packed race and sports book and a 24-hour poker room with eight tables.
The Stratosphere also boasts a grand front entrance with valet service. There are 2,427 rooms, mostly in the Premier Tower. More than 900 rooms (called the Stratosphere Select) were recently remodeled and feature modern décor, flat-screen televisions, MP3 alarm clocks, 240-thread-count bedding, elegant furnishings and upgraded bathroom floors and vanities.
A variety of dining experiences awaits guests of the Stratosphere. Off the casino floor, you can enjoy a sock hop atmosphere at Roxy’s Diner or the charm and tastes of Old World Italy at Fellini’s Ristorante Italiano. McCall’s Heartland Grill offers steak and seafood with a Midwestern style. Try plate after plate of global cuisine at the Stratosphere’s sumptuous buffet. And at Top of the World, indulge in delicious eclectic cuisine while seeing the entire city of Las Vegas from your table. The restaurant’s floor rotates, giving guests an exceptional 360-degree view, featuring Mount Charleston, the Las Vegas Strip and beyond.
After dining at the Top of the World, head upstairs to the Level 107 Lounge. It features live music, great cocktails, appetizers and beautiful views. You can also grab a drink at AirBar on Level 108. You might see an occasional person fly by. Don’t worry, you haven’t had too much alcohol. SkyJump, a great attraction for thrill seekers who aren’t afraid of heights, is also located on Level 108. Adventurous visitors are strapped into a harness, attached to the “descender machine” and step off a narrow platform only to plunge 855 feet straight down.
In addition to SkyJump, the Stratosphere boasts a number of other hair-raising attractions including the Big Shot, a seated, shorter but equally thrilling ride, and X Scream, which extends you over the ledge of the Stratosphere Tower — and leaves you there. The stop is only for a few seconds, but it’s long enough to make you appreciate attractions on the first floor. A fourth ride is called Insanity-The Ride. Nothing more need be said!
After enjoying the day sampling the resort’s many attractions, spend your evening at a show like “MJ Live,” a Michael Jackson tribute.
Shop-aholics will find great deals in the Tower Shops, and those who enjoy being pampered can visit the Roni Josef Salon and Spa. Seasonally, there’s the lovely eighth-floor Level 8 Pool where you can catch some rays on an expansive deck, and the the 25th-floor Radiusº Rooftop Pool & Wet Lounge (closed for the season) where you can enjoy great views and the daily Sunset Happy Hour.
Whether it’s great heights, great attractions or a great show you’re looking for, the Stratosphere has an abundance of amenities to enjoy.
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.
For the classic Vegas experience, visit the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, where both business and leisure travelers are offered gourmet and casual restaurants, first-rate entertainment and world-class gaming action, as well as easy access to the Strip via the Las Vegas Monorail.
With a long history in the city, the Westgate Las Vegas originally opened as the International Hotel in 1969 and served as the venue where Elvis Presley broke all Vegas show attendance records. Nostalgic photographs of the musical maverick and a bronze statue of him remain on display.
In the Westgate Cabaret you can see “Purple Reign: THE Prince Tribute” and the topless revue “Sexxy” starring Jennifer Romas.
After an evening of entertainment, unwind inside the hip Tempo lounge, the Plaza Bar or The International Bar near the lobby.
Boasting several restaurants, the Westgate Las Vegas truly has something to suit every taste. An enchanting Zen-inspired Asian garden, where a tranquil rain splashes down into a koi-filled pond, sits outside the entrance to the award-winning Benihana. Nearby, Silk Road Noodle Bar, Rikki Tikki Sushi and Edge Steakhouse offer guests two more great choices in fine dining, while The Buffet provides a more casual option. Sid’s Cafe is a 24-hour eatery in the heart of the casino where you can get appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, main plates and desserts — as well as standouts like The Elvis Sandwich and the Chicken Lollipops. Grab a quick cup of coffee, a glass of wine or a snack at Fortuna, located near the lobby.
In the casino, crystal chandeliers run the length of the ceiling, while natural light from the hotel’s front entrance permeates the floor, which includes an array of games, from baccarat to slot machines. There is a glass-enclosed high-limit table area as well as high-limit slots. The SuperBook, an enormous non-smoking race and sports book spanning more than 30,000 square feet, includes a VIP section for high rollers, the non-smoking Ultimate Fan Cave and a deli. It also features the largest indoor LED video wall in the world, measuring at 240 feet long.
Accommodations at the Westgate Las Vegas are elegantly appointed and feature several modern amenities. The Signature rooms offer pillow-top mattresses, flat-screen televisions and wireless internet access. A simple upgrade to the Concierge Level rooms gives guests access to the exclusive executive experience of the Concierge Lounge, located on the casino floor of the hotel’s East Tower. Concierge Level guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, snacks, cookies and evening cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
Guests may want to indulge in a relaxing body treatment at the The Spa, play a game of tennis or lay out by the hotel’s third-floor pool with its stunning views of the Strip. There’s also a state-of-the-art cardio room for fitness buffs. Guests may also want to shop in one of the Westgate Las Vegas’ many gift stores, carrying everything from souvenirs to apparel and jewelry.
The business-savvy traveler will be pleased to find that — at nearly 200,000 square feet — meeting space is plentiful at the Westgate Las Vegas. A skywalk actually links the convention space to the neighboring Las Vegas Convention Center.
With its proximity to the Las Vegas Monorail, it’s easy to travel from the Westgate Las Vegas to just about anywhere on the world-famous Strip. But considering the wide variety of entertainment, dining and gaming options offered, you may never want to leave.
Hooters Casino Hotel, just east of the Las Vegas Strip, is home to a namesake Hooters restaurant and, of course, the world-famous Hooters Girls in tiny orange hot pants and white tank tops. But it offers so much more.
Not only is there an array of scantily clad ladies, but Hooters Casino Hotel also has a little something for everyone. The resort’s comfortable rooms are island-casual with tropical prints on the comforters and all the standard amenities. The casino is always packed with action and includes table games like roulette, craps and blackjack as well as plenty of slot and video poker machines, a poker room and a William Hill sports book.
Cocktails are available throughout the resort — in spots like Pete & Shorty’s.
Eating options include Hooters restaurant, featuring the “nearly world-famous” buffalo wings. Mad Onion Fine Food & Spirits is great place to enjoy a fine dinner. The décor is contemporary and the restaurant also boasts an intimate lounge.
Hooters Casino Hotel’s hospitality extends out to the resort’s pool area. Open 24/7, there are two tropical themed pools and a waterfall. Hooters Girls are also there to serve you a cold beverage at the pool bar.
Best of all, no one has to leave empty-handed. While the Hooters Girls have to stay behind, true fans can bring home a piece of the resort from Splurge, a shop that sells all sorts of Hooters Casino Hotel logo merchandise and memorabilia.
Hailed as Las Vegas’ “Most Historic Hotel,” the Golden Gate Hotel & Casino in downtown has stood the test of time and then some.
Since opening as the Hotel Nevada in 1906, this corner establishment has stood placidly at One Fremont Street while the city — and the world — changed around it. Most notably, Fremont Street Experience with free light shows and special events was built right outside its doors.
In step with the revitalization spreading throughout downtown Las Vegas, the Golden Gate underwent a major expansion not too long ago. A stunning lobby exhibits items from the hotel’s notable past — things like a Kellogg telephone and ledgers from 1907. There’s a high-limit gaming area in a nook just off the enlarged casino floor, which was also refurbished with new carpeting. The bathrooms have been redone, and silhouettes of either a gangster or flapper make them easy to find.
Also in the casino, guests will encounter the resort’s signature “dancing dealers” from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. nightly. The Bar Prohibition! in the casino is the place to go for a cocktail. With a classic speakeasy vibe, it boasts having once served Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. The One Bar with its bikini-clad and flair bartenders is also a great gathering spot located outside on Fremont Street.
Very little has changed to compromise the Golden Gate’s old school charm. The décor elements harken back to the Roaring ’20s or the Rat Pack era, while the latest technology has been utilized to bring the hotel into modern times. The existing 106 rooms have all been updated and now include hip amenities like 32-inch flat-screen televisions, Keurig coffee makers, pillow-top mattresses and iHome clock radios.
The hotel has opened a five-story tower that is home to 16 luxury suites, including two penthouses that cover the fifth floor. It also features a porte cochère for valet parking and the hotel’s exterior has contemporary pinstripe lighting accents.
The Golden Gate offers the best of both worlds. Guests can enjoy the intimate atmosphere of a historic boutique hotel and then step outside the front doors into the heart of the action in downtown Las Vegas.
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.
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.
Melding the nostalgia of old Las Vegas with the sophistication of the city’s most extravagant landmarks, the Golden Nugget remains the treasure of Fremont Street.
This legendary hotel has witnessed it turn from a barely paved road to one of the most photographed thoroughfares in the world and finally into its most recent incarnation, the Fremont Street Experience. Through all that time, the Golden Nugget has stood as proud and priceless as the 61-pound gold nugget displayed inside the casino.
From more than 2,400 luxury rooms to the hotel’s gold-leaf facade, everything is rich with Victorian refinement and sheer elegance here. The largest resort in downtown Las Vegas only gets better with age. The Golden Nugget’s most recent addition, the upscale Rush Tower to the northwest end of the property, provides more upscale, spacious rooms to discerning travelers.
Dining at the Golden Nugget is some of the most celebrated in town, including the gourmet cuts of Vic & Anthony’s and a mouth-watering buffet that draws people by the thousands. Lillie’s Asian Cuisine offers Pan-Asian cuisine in a contemporary, yet comfortable atmosphere while Grotto boasts the feel of an Italian trattoria with its Fellini-inspired murals and regional wine list. Cadillac Mexican Cantina & Tequila Bar has a menu of south-of-the-border favorites along with more than 70 boutique tequilas. For hearty portions of American-style food like burgers, sandwiches, ribs and more, head to the Claim Jumper. The Chart House is the place to go for freshly caught seafood served in the shadows of a 75,000-gallon tropical fish aquarium.
The Chart House, The Buffet and the Grotto all offer views of the hotel’s crown jewel: The Tank, a 200,000-gallon aquarium that is home to marine creatures from around the world including several shark species, Southern stingrays and a variety of large game fish.The three-story pool complex features The Tank along with private cabanas, a Jacuzzi, the H2O Bar, waterfalls and an enclosed water slide that passes through the aquarium. A second pool for adults (ages 21 or older) only, The Hideout, is accessible via the third floor and boasts eight plush cabanas.
The sprawling casino floor accommodates every kind of gambler, from the neophyte to the seasoned high roller. For those with cash to spend, there is a high-limit slot salon offering VIP services including a lavish lounge and a private cashier. The semi-enclosed poker room is accented by warm, wood features and has 10 smoke-free tables, plush seating and buy-ins to daily Texas Hold ‘Em tournaments. The Golden Nugget plays a significant role in the poker world with television series such as NBC’s “Poker After Dark” and GSN’s “High Stakes Poker” filming at the hotel. There’s also a country club-style race and sports book and a four-table baccarat pit.
For a break from the high-energy casino action, settle down with a signature cocktail in the intimate atmosphere of the swanky Rush Lounge or rejuvenate with a therapeutic massage or body treatment at Spa and Salon.
Party goers will dance the night away with a fantastic view of Fremont Street at Gold Diggers nightclub. Guests can also grab a drink at the indoor/outdoor Bar 46 with a view of the Fremont Street Experience.
The Golden Nugget puts the shine in downtown Las Vegas. It’s no mistake that travel authorities like AAA and Mobil have given the hotel their highest ratings year after year. So, even though the dazzling light show of Fremont Street Experience may be just steps away from the resort, it’s the Golden Nugget that truly is the brightest attraction.
The Fiesta Rancho casino-hotel, comfortably located away from the frantic rush of the Las Vegas Strip and downtown, offers a pleasant, locals-friendly atmosphere along with the same excitement and amenities that distinguish Strip resorts.
Of course, the Fiesta Rancho offers amenities that you won’t find on the Strip, most notably its NHL regulation-sized SoBe Ice Arena, which is available for public skating.
Another standout feature of the Fiesta Rancho is its restaurant selection. The 600-seat Festival Buffet offers 11 food stations and a wide variety of cuisine spanning the globe from China to Italy and back. The food court offers a variety of fast food options.
The Fiesta Rancho holds itself up as the “Official Royal Flush Capital of the World.” So, it makes sense that the resort’s 50,000-square-foot casino is not to be missed. After all, it had to earn that title somehow.
The Plaza Las Vegas, which anchors the west end of Fremont Street Experience, has a lot to offer visitors in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.
The property boasts an energetic casino packed with modern and classic gaming choices. Test your luck at blackjack, roulette and craps or head to the poker room where there are three automated PokerPro tables. There are also 500 slot and video poker machines on the spacious casino floor.
At the Plaza, William Hill operates the race and sports book, which has an extensive wagering menu and more than 75 screens for viewing all the big games. On the resort’s third floor, you’ll find downtown’s only bingo room.
Plus, there are good restaurants and enjoyable entertainment at the Plaza. Pizza enthusiasts need to grab a slice at Pop Up Pizza. This eatery’s hand-tossed pies are made with the freshest ingredients — and there are vegan and vegetarian options too! Oscar’s is a steakhouse named for Oscar Goodman, the city’s former mayor. It’s situated in the resort’s iconic dome. Along with a fabulous view of Fremont Street, Oscar’s features steaks cooked on a 600-degree grill and serves hand-crafted cocktails, including Goodman’s signature martini.
Guests can also get hearty breakfast, lunch and dinner fare at Hash House A Go Go. Quick eats can be found at the food court, which is home to Zaba’s Mexican Grill, Cafelatte, Subway and McDonald’s. Plus, there’s the indoor/outdoor Bier Garten, which offers German-inspired food, microbrews and imported beers on tap in a relaxed garden setting.
Entertainment at the Plaza is sure to touch your funny bone as comedians and other variety acts are showcased here.
The Plaza has 1,003 rooms with flat-screen TVs, a hair dryer and an iron/ironing board. Other amenities include a rooftop pool, a business kiosk and a fitness room. Marriage-minded guests should check out the wedding chapel, and more than 22,000 square feet of space is available for conventions, meetings and special events.
A historic property, the Plaza sits in downtown Las Vegas at the site of the city’s first train depot. Today, after a contemporary makeover, it’s still a hub of activity for visitors.
The off-Strip Palms Casino Resort offers guests some of the city’s most spectacular views of Las Vegas, unique rooms, memorable nightlife venues and a bevy of dining options.
From a sky-high nightclub with a retractable roof to a poolside paradise, the Palms is a hotspot for the cool crowd — and a playground for celebrities. The resort provides an array of well-appointed guestrooms with flat-screen TVs, minibars and safes as well as specialty suites with everything you’d ever need for a grand Vegas getaway.
In addition, the Palms boasts its 40-story Fantasy Tower, which houses a series of fantasy suites. From the mammoth and lush Celebrity Suite to the ultra hip G-Suite and the bowling alley-inclusive Kingpin Suite, the Palms’ Fantasy Suites turn a regular vacation into one fit for a Vegas high roller. Other options include the hip-hop-themed Crib Suite, the bachelorette party-friendly Hot Pink Suite and the sensual Erotic Suite. Plus, there are one- and two-story Sky Villas near the top of the Fantasy Tower, showcasing opulence and one-of-a-kind amenities — like a private cantilevered Jacuzzi pool overlooking the Strip.
In conjunction with the luxe accommodations, it’s no wonder the stars are attracted to the Palms. The resort features great nightlife options, beginning with Ghostbar. Its open-air deck offers amazing 180-degree views of the city from 55 stories high. A significant player in Las Vegas’ music world, the Palms is also home to the Pearl concert venue as well as The Studio, where major artists flock to record their newest hits. The resort’s sophisticated center bar Social offers guests more refined fun.
Also tops at the Palms is the dining scene. Sky-high restaurants include chef Geno Bernardo’s Nove Italiano, which serves Italian favorites and handmade pastas, as well as a spectacular view from the dining room. At chef Andre Rochat’s Alizé, diners can enjoy similar floor-to-ceiling views along with a sophisticated French menu.
On the ground floor, the sleek N9NE Steakhouse has a sizzling atmosphere to match its succulent cuts of prime aged beef. China House is also here. The menu features dim sum and more than 200 beef, chicken, pork and seafood options, along with a variety of soups. At China House, there is also a focus on traditional hot pots.
Fast, casual dining choices at the resort include the Bistro Buffet, the little coffee shop Cafe on the Way and a sizeable food court known as The Eatery.
Hooters has opened its largest restaurant at the Palms along with a poolside bar that has 50 TVs.
If you’re looking to work out or get a manicure, the Palms has Recharge Salon & Fitness. Outside, the revered Palms Pool & Dayclub provides a welcome reprieve from Vegas’ heat with multiple pools, including two designed just for shallow lounging. And during the summer months, you don’t want to miss some of the most debauched pool parties (think Ditch Fridays) in town.
If indoor fun is more your style, check out the 14-theater Brenden Theatres complex. There’s plenty of gaming action to tempt you on the casino floor as well, including a Cantor Race & Sports Book with 93 betting carrels.
And if all of this isn’t enough, take a stroll through the Skytube (located in the food court) to the adjoining Palms Place property, where you’ll have access to another hip lounge, Cafe 6, a spa with a hammam and another enchanting pool area.
Indeed, with all of these offerings and the hip atmosphere, the Palms makes every guest feel like a celebrity.
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.
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.
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.
Tuscany Suites & Casino is an all-suites property located on Flamingo Road just a few blocks east of the Las Vegas Strip.
The boutique-like hotel with a Mediterranean atmosphere sits on 27 acres that are lushly landscaped and feature fountains along with a lagoon-style pool.
Guests will enjoy working out in the fitness center where there are also treatment rooms for spa services.
There are four restaurants at Tuscany Suites & Casino that are sure to satisfy any hunger pangs. Indulge in gourmet-caliber Italian food — like the osso bucco — in a romantic setting at Tuscany Gardens.
Guests can head over to Marilyn’s Cafe at any hour of the day. You’ll find everything from a wide range of breakfast offerings to a late-night menu — as well as fine dinner entrees like prime rib, pork ribs and seafood. Caffè Bottega serves freshly brewed coffee and smoothies. You can also get quick eats like salads and paninis there.
Try your luck at one of more than 800 slot and video poker machines in Tuscany Suites & Casino. There are plenty of table games (blackjack, roulette and craps) too. Sports fans can place bets at the William Hill Sports Book situated near the main entrance.
A good night’s sleep is guaranteed in the spacious suites because the beds come with pillow-top mattresses. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffeemakers and cable TVs. There is a small dining table and a living area with a sofa and armchair. Bathrooms boast separate tubs and showers.
Tuscany Suites & Casino also offers 40,000 square feet of space for meetings, conventions and special events such as wedding receptions.
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).
Much more than just a neighborhood casino, the Suncoast Hotel & Casino is a virtual entertainment juggernaut, featuring a huge casino, an expansive bowling center, a cineplex and headliner entertainment.
Located in one of Las Vegas’ premier areas, the Suncoast resort is adjacent to two of the valley’s best golf courses – Badlands and Angel Park – and is just a few minutes from Northwest Las Vegas’ finest shopping.
Of course, the real treats await inside of the resort, beginning with the more than 80,000-square-foot casino, which features more than 2,400 slot and video poker machines, numerous table games, a 600-seat bingo center and a 150-seat race and sports book.
For those looking for more family-oriented diversions, the Suncoast boasts a 16-screen Century Theaters complex and a 64-lane Brunswick bowling facility.
More adult-oriented entertainment can be found in the Suncoast’s 500-seat showroom, which regularly features headliner entertainment from the likes of Air Supply and the Gin Blossoms. Before a show, catch a meal at one of the property’s great restaurants, perhaps one of the Italian specialties at Salvatore’s or a pub favorite at The Game.
Whatever it is you’re looking for, it’s a sure bet that the Suncoast has it. Come and experience all the comforts of a Strip hotel without any of the hassles. You’re sure to leave this coast smiling.
Escape from the neon lights of Las Vegas and enter into the City of Lights at Paris Las Vegas, where guests are transported off the Strip and into France’s romantic capital. Dining, entertainment, nightlife and accommodations at this resort are très magnifique.
Paris Las Vegas captures all the intricate details of the real Paris, right down to the cobblestone sidewalks and half-scale replicas of the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Other landmarks that have been duplicated at Paris Las Vegas and can be found throughout the premises are the Louvre, the Paris Opera House and the Hotel de Ville. Plus, the building façades surrounding the casino are modeled after those of actual French neighborhoods.
The hotel’s showroom, Le Théâtre des Arts, often features headliners, concerts, cultural productions and more. Patrons can enjoy some naughty mind games at “Anthony Cools – The Uncensored Hypnotist.”
Those who are not afraid of heights won’t want to miss the chance to ride to the top of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy panoramic views of the city. Halfway to the top, the world-class Eiffel Tower Restaurant combines the fine French cuisine of Chef J. Joho with a hint of romance. Mon Ami Gabi, the restaurant that originated the now popular patio dining on the Strip, offers its own charm down on the casino level. Popular chef, DJ and cookbook author Steve Martorano is serving up homestyle Italian cuisine in Martorano’s at Paris. And Hexx Kitchen & Bar features American food favorites 24 hours a day — as well as a bean-to-bar chocolate factory.
Guests will forget the casino is close by as they stroll past bubbling fountains and down the winding alleyways of Le Boulevard, filled with charming boutiques and restaurants that resemble Parisian cafes. Le Crêperie cooks up entrée and dessert crêpes while Le Village Buffet offers classic French foods from six different regions of the country in a village atmosphere. Plus, Yong Kang Street is a dumpling and noodle house inspired by the lively restaurant district in Taipei.
Looking for some luck — or a way to spend your winnings? Visit Le Burger Brasserie and order their signature dish, a $777 Kobe beef and Maine lobster burger. Topped with caramelized onions, imported Brie, crispy prosciutto and 100-year aged balsamic vinegar, the burger is served with a bottle of Rose Dom Perignon Champagne. You can also enjoy a meal at Gordon Ramsay Steak, run by the fiery “Hell’s Kitchen” star.
The City of Lights doesn’t go dull after dark. Chateau Nightclub provides a unique nightlife experience. It features opulent décor and a high-energy dance floor inside with magnificent views of the Strip outside on The Terrace. And there’s plenty of entertainment to experience in the resort’s bars and lounges. Indulge in live music and dancing at Le Cabaret Lounge or Napoleon’s Piano Lounge.
Guest rooms at Paris Las Vegas are spacious and beautifully appointed, offering dual-line phones, in-room safes, full-length mirrors, marble bathrooms and more. Let go of that last bit of stress at the Paris Spa by Mandara or catch some rays at the two-acre pool complex. Those who always dreamt of a Paris wedding will want to visit the hotel’s chapels, Chapelle du Paradis or Chapelle du Jardin, and other facilities.
Paris Las Vegas also caters to the business customer, with 140,000 square feet of convention space as well as a business center.
There is valet and self-parking. Guests will be charged $10 per day for self-parking and $18 per day for valet parking. Hourly self-parking and valet rates vary.
All in all, the resort manages to capture not just the heart, but the spirit of Paris itself.