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
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).
Encore, another beautiful resort from the Wynn collection, complements Wynn Las Vegas’ repertoire of accommodations, culinary offerings and leisure activities with additional designer boutiques, six bars and lounges, four signature restaurants and an opulent spa and salon. It boasts a younger, more modern vibe than its forerunner.
Encore takes a casually elegant approach to ambiance with sunlit corridors and atriums overflowing with flowers and plants, intimate nooks and theatrical eateries with dramatic flair. There is a signature butterfly motif on the carpeting and in other accents, as that is a symbol of good luck. High-energy music also wafts throughout the corridors. Nearly 130 ruby red glass chandeliers made by hand in Italy adorn the ceiling of the casino floor.
Although Wynn Las Vegas is home to 14 prestigious eateries, Encore has a smaller but similarly accomplished all-star team of chefs. Five signature restaurants pair master chefs and their personally prepared gourmet fare to create culinary experiences that please the most discerning and well-traveled palates. This includes Sinatra, a fine dining Italian restaurant by well-known Los Angeles chef Theo Schoenegger that pays homage to Ol’ Blue Eyes. Named for the mythical crystal dragon that presides over this dramatic Pan-Asian café, Wazuzu showcases Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Singaporean and Thai cuisines.
Dinner at the resort can be preceded or followed by a show. Wynn Theater showcases the eye-popping aqua production “Le Rêve – The Dream.” XS, one of the most expensive clubs ever built (gold glimmers everywhere the eye can see), and Surrender Nightclub are two great nightlife offerings at Encore, where the European-inspired poolside ambiance mingles with a club-like vibe to create an oasis. Encore is also home to Encore Players Bar, a hip new martini bar featuring 150 flavored vodkas, and Andrea’s, a unique dining and nightlife combination. Andrea’s is adjacent to Surrender and showcases an Asian-inspired menu, including dim sum, sushi, noodles and steaks, of Chef Joseph Elevado.
A vibrant atrium, spa, the Claude Baruk Salon and the many designer boutiques in the Esplanade at Encore round out the experience.
The 2,034 spacious suites at Encore start at 700 square feet and feature wall-to-wall windows with spectacular views of the city. Standard amenities include flat-panel TVs in front of both the bed and living areas, along with a 19-inch flat-screen TV in the bathroom. All the linens, robes, slippers and bath products are of the highest caliber. You’ll certainly sleep in the lap of luxury here.
With a coveted location at the heart of Strip — near all the amazing attractions as well as across the street from the Fashion Show mall — a stay at Encore provides the perfect base for your Las Vegas visit as well as an intimate, extravagant escape from the hustle and bustle of your day-to-day life.
Just six miles from the Strip, Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall is nestled in the shadow of the Sunrise Mountains in Las Vegas and boasts more than 600 rooms, decorated in a Southwestern theme.
Taking what was a calculated risk for 1979, father and son Sam and Bill Boyd opened Sam’s Town. Their goal was to create an environment where locals would feel comfortable playing. More than three decades in business, Sam’s Town has become an indispensable stop for locals and visitors alike.
Rooms are built around a truly spectacular indoor atrium, Mystic Falls Park, that must be seen to be believed. With a nine-story glass roof and a 25,000-square-foot indoor area filled with trees, waterfalls and footpaths, it is one of Las Vegas’ unique surprises.
The restaurants here are among the town’s most popular. The extensive menu at The Angry Butcher, featuring huge steaks with all the fixin’s is as delicious as they come. T.G.I. Friday’s has an outpost in Sam’s Town, as do several fast food eateries including McDonald’s, Panda Express and Subway.
The free “Sunset Stampede,” a dancing waters and laser show, dazzles crowds nightly. Dozens of other amenities — including a 56-lane bowling center, an 18-screen movie theater, an arcade, Gatsby’s Salon and the Sam’s Town Live entertainment complex — serve only to complement what is still one of the most popular locals’ casinos, with three separate floors of round-the-clock gaming action, a fine race and sports book, a lively bingo hall and a poker room.
Among the hotel amenities are free daily shuttle service to the Strip and downtown, a pool, laundry services and a rental car desk. There are even two RV parks with a total of more than 500 spacious spots.
It may not be on the Strip or in the heart of downtown, but Sam’s Town is still every bit the quintessential Las Vegas experience. Missing this resort is to miss the frontier spirit that built Las Vegas from the dust in the first place.
**Construction on the hotel will commence on May 29 and last until October 1, 2017. Don’t be alarmed if you hear a little more noise than usual. And the Mystic Falls Park will be closed from April 17 – May 17. When you arrive, the front desk will alert you of said construction and will answer any questions you may have.**
If you’re traveling for business or leisure, the Mardi Gras Hotel & Casino offers both comfort and a fine location to make your trip a pleasure.
The hotel is located three miles from McCarran International Airport, and free airport transportation is available. Plus, the Mardi Gras Hotel & Casino is only a half mile from the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, and there’s a Las Vegas Monorail station in the vicinity that provides coverage along the southern end of Las Vegas Boulevard. Conventioneers will also have easy access to the Las Vegas Convention Center, which is only one block away from the hotel.
Rooms at the Mardi Gras Hotel & Casino are well-appointed and very comfortable. Starting at 430 square feet, they are approximately 25 percent bigger than most standard hotel rooms. Each room comes with one king, one queen or two queen beds. Among the amenities are a coffee/tea maker, a cable television with pay-per-view movies, an iron and ironing board, a mini refrigerator and a hair dryer. Bathrooms have a combined shower and tub. In addition to free wireless internet access, guests can make complimentary local phone calls.
Food is never a problem at the hotel, thanks to the Bon Temps Café. The on-site full-service restaurant cooks up delicious, affordably priced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Snacks are also served in the 24-hour Mardi Gras Bar, which offers karaoke on Saturdays and daily happy hour specials.
Visitors who want to soak up the sun will discover a landscaped pool, along with a Jacuzzi and sun deck. The Mardi Gras Hotel & Casino is also home to a 24-hour casino filled with a variety of video poker and slot machines.
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.
Located on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, Circus Circus Hotel, Casino & Theme Park has been a family favorite for years. With circus acts in the midway, thrilling rides in The Adventuredome and both casual and gourmet dining, this hotel has something for everyone.
Since opening in 1968, Circus Circus has appeared on screen in many films. It was a malevolent wonderland in Hunter S. Thompson’s “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas” and a backdrop to the foreign intrigue in the James Bond thriller “Diamonds Are Forever.” The quirky romance between Austin Powers and Vanessa Kensington blossoms in front of the iconic clown marquee in “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery.”
Inside, the classic casino floor (some areas even still have the original popcorn ceiling) is an adult playground, complete with many table games and numerous slot machines. Overhead, live circus acts — acrobats, trapeze artists, clowns and jugglers — run throughout the day beginning at 11 a.m., and a carnival midway offers games of skill and chance for all ages.
Accommodations are affordable and comfortable, including the motel-style manor rooms, which are located separately from the main building with their own interior corridor and security staff.
Please keep in mind all rooms are non-smoking; guests who smoke in rooms will be charged a $250 cleaning fee at checkout.
A shopping promenade connects all areas of the hotel and houses several restaurants, including THE Steak House, a highly touted gourmet room serving Midwestern beef dry-aged to perfection. Throughout the property there are more than a handful of places to grab a quick bite or cup of coffee (such as the Pizzeria, the West Side Deli and Blue Iguana Mexican Express), while the casino is home to an enormous buffet.
Mötley Crüe front man Vince Neil has opened Vince Neil’s Tatuado Eat-Drink-Party! restaurant and Vince Neil’s Party Bus Bar at Circus Circus. They showcase the rock star’s love of tattoos and tequila in an atmosphere reminiscent of the legendary Sunset Strip rock clubs where Neil and his pals launched their paths to stardom.
Circus Circus also touts the largest space-frame dome in the United States, The Adventuredome, an indoor theme park featuring the Canyon Blaster, a double-loop, double-corkscrew roller coaster, guaranteed to make you scream. The new El Loco, featuring a 72-second ride with gravity-defying turns and over-the-edge twists, provides a heart-dropping thrill as well.
An intimate race and sports book, pools and a unique rotating carousel-like snack bar round out the experience and should serve to reinforce any desire to run away and join the circus.
A Las Vegas institution, Circus Circus is one circus that’s always in town.
There is valet and self-parking. Valet fees: $10 for 0 to 4 hours; $15 for 4 to 24 hours. Self parking will still be free. However, guests visiting other MGM Resort International properties will still have to pay self-parking fees.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).
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.
According to the Travel Channel, the Best Western Plus Casino Royale on the Las Vegas Strip is one of the “best places in the world to strike it rich” – on par with the Kentucky Derby and the Monte-Carlo Casino in Monaco – due to “great odds and low minimums.” Maybe it’s because the Casino Royale offers 100 times odds on craps. The casino also features such table games as roulette, blackjack switch and Caribbean stud, as well as over 500 slot and video poker games (from one-cent to five-dollar pulls), including Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks.
Conveniently located across the street from the Mirage, this hotel offers more than 150 comfortable, affordable accommodations surrounded by the 24/7 sizzle of the Strip.
Stay on the premises for exciting gaming action, and you can enjoy lunch or dinner at the Outback Steakhouse, featuring beautiful views of the Strip. Or feast upon the classic White Castle as well as Denny’s and our food court.
Located just blocks from the Las Vegas Strip, The Westin Las Vegas Hotel – Casino & Spa offers all of the personal and business amenities for which Westin hotels are known, but with a healthy dose of Vegas glitz.
The intimate casino has over 150 slot machines – from 5 cents to $25 – and 6 table games, including blackjack, roulette and craps.
The Savona Bistro Restaurant serves prime steak, fresh seafood and Mediterranean cuisine in a contemporary setting.
Cozy Westin accommodations include more than 800 guest rooms featuring the hotel’s signature Heavenly Bed, a pillow-top mattress, down blanket, three crisp sheets, a comforter, duvet and five of the “best pillows in the business;” and the Heavenly Bath, a custom-designed Speakman shower with two heads with five adjustable jets and spray options. There’s also a coffeemaker, tasteful granite bathrooms with deluxe spa amenities, dual-line, cordless phones and high-speed Internet access (by request).
You can unwind with a massage or body wrap in the Hibiscus Spa or de-stress in the Westin workout fitness center, which has LifeFitness and Precor equipment.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip, known simply as TI, is aptly named because of its many hidden treasures. A paradise for adults, it includes some of the hippest hangouts in town, a tropical pool area with a party tub, a variety of restaurants and the first permanent Cirque du Soleil show in Vegas.
The hotel’s exterior features a sleek marquee with the TI initials. One of Treasure Island’s big features is Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall & Bar-B-Q, which has something for everyone. The saloon portion offers bikini bull riding contests, multiple bars, a stage, a dance floor and a “big Texas” attitude. The restaurant, which fronts the Strip, features barbecue-style favorites including ribs, big burgers and pork sliders. There’s also an outdoor patio.
The rowdy Señor Frog’s bar and restaurant, a party staple in Mexico, adds to the nightlife scene now.
Visitors flock to Vegas to relax, play and eat well, and Treasure Island has met the challenge of accommodating even the most sophisticated tourist, most aggressive card shark and most selective diner.
The hotel’s spacious guest rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing spectacular views of the Strip. They also boast the exclusive Elite Sensational pillow-top beds, flat-screen LCD TVs, small refrigerators, private safes and large soaking bathtubs.
The sprawling casino includes a small but stylish poker room, a race and sports book, several thousand slot and video poker machines as well as plenty of table games.
Phil’s Italian Steakhouse celebrates the best of Italian and American cuisines. The Vietnamese-themed Pho is a restaurant within a restaurant, located in The Coffee Shop. A world-class selection of dishes is also available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend champagne brunch in The Buffet at TI. And Little Richie’s Chicago-Style Beef and Dogs is a hot dog stand situated near the poker room and sports book.
Included in Treasure Island’s entertainment offerings is the visually stunning “Mystère” by Cirque du Soleil, now nearly through its second decade of highly acclaimed performances.
The hotel recently opened a highly interactive attraction for the masses. With state-of-the-art equipment, Marvel’s Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N lets the whole family become secret agents. Top secret intelligence files, classified studies, and experiments lead you to a one-of-a-kind experience.
The pool features private cabanas and a party tub that fits 25 people. For some pampering, Oleksandra Spa & Salon offers luxurious treatments in a facility designed by a former Miss Universe contestant.
Topping it all off, the resort is conveniently located, offering a tram to the neighboring Mirage and a pedestrian bridge across Spring Mountain to the Fashion Show mall. There’s also a three-story, 48,000-square-foot retail center on the northeast corner of the property opposite the Fashion Show mall that’s anchored by CVS.
With the wealth of riches at Treasure Island, it’s no wonder that once you’ve set sail with this crew, you’ll never want to return to port again.
North Las Vegas is the latest hot spot in Southern Nevada. One of the hottest spots in that area is the Cannery Casino and Hotel. Near Nellis Air Force Base and the popular Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Cannery bills itself as a “resort destination.” It’s hard to argue with that – especially for those who’ve come for the races.
This hotel has 200 rooms, an elegant palm-bordered pool and Jacuzzi and 24-hour room service. The casino level offers six restaurants and two bars with nightly live entertainment.
As you might guess from the names of the bars – Pin-Ups Lounge and Victory’s Bar & Grill – the Cannery goes for a WWII-vintage canning factory atmosphere, from the extensive use of brick to the illustrations of ’40s models on the blackjack tables.
The 75,000-square-foot gaming area offers over 1,650 slot and video poker machines and 20 table games. There are weekly blackjack tournaments and free gaming lessons on weekend mornings. The property recently open a brand new race and sports book, a poker room offering 2 tables including low- and medium-limit Texas Hold’em, Omaha and 7-Card Stud and a 288 seat bingo room.
The signature restaurant is Waverly’s Steak House, showcasing dark wood tones and still-life paintings that give it the look of a ’40s-style plant manager’s office. There’s also the Cannery Row Buffet featuring BBQ lunch and dinner, Casa Cocina for Mexican and margaritas and the All-American, 24-hour Victory’s Cafe. Try Vino’s Italian Restorante and Deli for a taste of Italy in your own backyard.
The Cannery also features Galaxy Luxury Movie Theaters with 16 screens, a large indoor/outdoor entertainment and exhibit venue that accommodates up to 3,000 people for concerts, festivals, motor sports exhibits and boxing matches.
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.
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!
Get a taste of Mexico at the Fiesta Henderson. Located in Henderson, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip (with easy freeway access via the I-95 and 215 Beltway), this colorful resort provides a festive detour — and sprawling south-of-the-border restaurant — to señors and señoritas alike.
Parking at the Fiesta Henderson is a breeze thanks to the four-story, 1,500-space parking garage, as well as both VIP and valet parking. Once inside the casino, try a game of all-paper bingo in the 300-seat bingo room or play one of 1,600 slot and video poker machines. There are also 18 different table games and an eight-seat keno lounge. A state-of-the art, 137-seat race and sports book entices sports fans, offering lines on all major sporting events and horse races.
The Fiesta Henderson provides plenty of chances to eat, drink and be merry, with several restaurants and bars dotting the two-story property. Flair bartenders serve up authentic margaritas with style at Amigo’s Mexican Cantina, while diners can’t help but overindulge on the array of multicultural selections available at the Festival Buffet. For a more elegant dining experience, go to Fuego Steakhouse. Along with several fine cuts of meat, you’ll enjoy fresh seafood ranging from salmon to Australian lobster tail and Alaskan crab legs. Café Fiesta serves up great food around-the-clock — everything from French toast and omelets to shrimp cocktails and giant pork egg rolls. Rounding out the food options is a food court comprised of Starbucks, Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen, Subway and Fatburger.
Looking for entertainment? Many of the latest Hollywood blockbusters are showing in the 12-screen movie theater. Live music can be heard on weekends in the Cerveza Cantina. Two other bars — the Coco Loco and the Sports Bar — also dole out spirits all night long.
To top it all off, accommodations at the Fiesta Henderson are both comfortable and affordable, with great views of the city or the mountains and access to the property’s pool and Jacuzzi.
Service-oriented and family-friendly, the Fiesta Henderson offers everything you need so that your stay — whether it be for one night or several nights — is filled with fun.
**Starting Oct. 3, 2016, the Monte Carlo will undergo construction that will close The Pub, outlets in the Street of Dreams, rooms and the pool. Resort guests will be able to receive free admission to MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay pool complexes. Access to the tram to Aria and Bellagio will be available to guests for consistent, reliable transportation. Upon check-in, you will receive a notice of this construction and anything else that might be going on during your stay.**
Monte Carlo is ideally situated on the southern end of the Strip and is convenient to almost everything.
From the glowing crystal chandeliers to the sparkling marble floors, an exquisite ambience is apparent upon entering the lobby. Monte Carlo guests are accommodated in upscale, stylish rooms featuring only the best — pillow-top mattresses, fine linens, wood furnishings, iHome docking stations and flat-screen TVs. The bathrooms boast Italian marble.
All hotel rooms are non-smoking. Keep in mind there is a $250 cleaning fee charged at checkout for guests who smoke in an of the rooms.
A boutique hotel experience can be found on the top (32nd) floor. HOTEL32 truly pampers visitors. You’ll feel like a VIP with round-trip limousine service to the airport, a personal suite assistant, private in-room check-in and access to a private lounge. The fridge is even stocked to quench your every desire.
Dining at Monte Carlo covers an expansive epicurean spectrum, from the Chinese- and sushi-style meals of the Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar to the spicy festivities at Diablo’s Cantina. Brand Steakhouse offers an enticing evening of fine dining with oversized steaks and chops cooked to order, while d.vino is perfect for connoisseurs of Italian food and wine.
Guests looking for a quick bite to eat have access to a range of different dining options at the Monte Carlo. The Buffet offers a cornucopia of American and international dishes. And the food court houses such well-loved brands as Manchu Wok, Sbarro, Rubio’s and Starbucks.
Several casual, indoor/outdoor eateries have been constructed as part of a pedestrian-oriented experience along Monte Carlo’s Strip-facing facade. This includes the rollicking Double Barrel Roadhouse, which offers live music and the sexy “DB Girls.” Its drinks menu is also packed with a wide range of spirits, cocktails, wines and craft beers. Yusho by Chicago chef Matthias Merges serves Japanese-inspired street food like noodles and steamed buns as well as beers and a sake selection, and 800 Degrees Pizzeria has fired up its oven to prepare delicious thin-crust pizzas. There’s also a Sambalatte coffee shop, and you can get inventive ice creams and sorbets at BLVD Creamery. A rotating roster of live bands, solo musicians and street performers appear on the plaza daily from late afternoon until late night.
In addition, guests are a quick walk away from the six-acre dining and entertainment district called The Park in the street between Monte Carlo and New York-New York. The Park houses casual eateries and bars and also connects to the 20,000-seat T-Mobile Arena in partnership with AEG.
Visitors who want a really cool nightlife experience can stop by the Minus5 Ice Bar. The bar is made entirely of Canadian ice. There are ice sofas, ice sculptures, ice walls and even ice cups. Ignite Lounge is another hip spot featuring sexy cocktails, LED color-changing lights and deep red-tinted doors.
There is a charge 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).
A free tram connects Monte Carlo to CityCenter and Bellagio and is open to the public.
Monte Carlo also features a fine Spa & Salon, a fully equipped fitness center and a pool with a lazy river and a sand volleyball court. The pool is currently under construction, but resort guests will receive free admission to MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay pool complexes.
Monte Carlo has a fine setting that’s ripe with amenities and ideally located near all the Strip has to offer.