A huge bingo room. A bowling alley. Two top-notch Asian restaurants. These amenities and more make the off-Strip Gold Coast beloved by visitors and locals alike.
Located a mile west of Las Vegas Boulevard on Flamingo Road, it’s hard to believe this resort hasn’t been around since the turn of the century, luring the citizens of the West and beyond to its abundant gaming and entertainment by the wagonload. A classic gambling hall charm pervades the Gold Coast, from its frontier-style exterior to its 120,000-square-foot casino. In addition to the 720-seat bingo hall, the hotel boasts a bustling race and sports book as well as more than 2,100 of the most popular slot and video poker machines around.
If gaming’s not your bag, the Gold Coast offers plenty of other diversions, including a 70-lane bowling center and a showroom that features a variety of live entertainment.
Of course, you won’t go hungry in this place. Gold Coast offers a score of diverse dining options. It offers exotic Asian specialties of Ping Pang Pong and the Noodle Exchange. T.G.I. Friday’s even has a location inside the resort, so you can always grab an affordable slab of ribs or tuck into a sizzling chicken and cheese skillet.
Take all of this and add a great swimming pool, meeting rooms, a salon, a barber shop and a convenient location directly across from both the Rio and the Palms hotels, and you’ll realize why the Gold Coast remains such a treasured gem.
Practically a hop, skip and a jump from the Las Vegas Strip and McCarran International Airport, the South Point provides a remarkable vacation experience with spacious rooms, a variety of restaurants, numerous entertainment options and the crowning jewel — a world-class, state-of-the-art Equestrian Complex.
Sitting on 60 acres, the hotel is designed with a fusion of Mediterranean and Pacific Coast-style architecture. Inside, the South Point boasts a number of enticing amenities, including oversized guest rooms and suites that have 42-inch LED televisions with cable service, clock radios with MP3 connectivity, coffeemakers, safes, hair dryers and wireless internet access (included in the resort fee).
When it comes to gaming, the South Point’s 80,000-square-foot casino offers an expansive race and sports book, more than 2,500 slot and video poker machines, a 600-seat bingo room, a 24-hour poker room and more than 60 live-action table games — from craps and blackjack to baccarat and roulette.
Live entertainment is available at the Grandview Lounge or in The Showroom at South Point, which features the Spazmatics, an ’80s-themed band, on Saturday nights. If you’re looking for a more family-friendly form of amusement, try knocking down pins at the 64-lane bowling center, winning prizes at the Time Out Arcade, taking in a movie at the 16-screen cinema or indulging in a treatment at the Costa Del Sur Spa & Salon, which features expert therapists who can tailor a relaxing, rejuvenating or self-pampering experience just for you.
South Point hotel guests also have access to a beautifully landscaped pool, hot tub and sand volleyball court. There is a fitness center, a beauty salon, a barber shop and a large business center as well.
Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, the South Point boasts a number of restaurants to satisfy every taste including the upscale Silverado Steakhouse and Primarily Prime Rib. Michael’s, an intimate gourmet room tucked away from the casino floor, has received countless awards for culinary excellence. Baja Miguel’s, Don Vito’s, the Big Sur Oyster Bar and the Garden Buffet are also fine choices. Indulge in the tastes of New York at the Del Mar Deli. Zenshin serves fresh sashimi and sushi rolls as well as BBQ grilled beef short ribs, miso-marinated black cod and Omaha bone-in ribeye. The 24-hour Coronado Café is the perfect spot to satisfy your late-night hunger pangs, and Kate’s Korner, an ice cream parlor, is sure to be a hit with the entire family. Plus, the popular Midwestern chain Steak ‘n Shake, known for its delicious burgers and hand-dipped shakes, is here.
Finally, horse lovers near and far will have the opportunity to experience events starring their favorite animals in Vegas’ only Equestrian Complex, which features a 4,400-seat arena and attached 80,000-square-foot exhibit hall. Horses will love coming to Vegas too — because all the stalls are comfortably air-conditioned for maximum equine comfort.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is conveniently located on the Las Vegas Strip. The hotel features a 100,000-square-foot casino, 13 restaurants and a buffet, a nightclub, several bars, three separate pool experiences to fit your mood and a 44,000-square-foot spa.
Most of the property’s 2,995 rooms feature sliding glass doors that open onto a large patio area, a feature not commonly found in Las Vegas. Once checked in, enjoy the room’s amenities. For your convenience, large, marble-floored bathrooms and plasma-screen televisions are all provided. Some rooms also feature kitchenettes with Sub-Zero refrigerators and microwaves.
When you’re ready to dine, The Cosmopolitan has a variety of cuisine options. Try the Greek food of Estiatorio Milos. Scarpetta is a New York City institution featuring authentic Italian cuisine. Or for something different try Chef José Andrés’ take on Chinese and Mexican cuisine at China Poblano. Chef Scott Conant offers up a wine bar and more with D.O.C.G. These are just a few of the culinary experiences at the more than 10 restaurants and Wicked Spoon Buffet in The Cosmopolitan.
At night, make sure to visit Marquee Nightclub. Resident and big-name DJs make sure the club is always jamming. Marquee also operates a dayclub poolside in the summer.
Marquee is not the only place to party the night away in The Cosmopolitan. Several bars and lounges can be found at the hotel including The Chandelier. This unique three-level bar boasts a different experience on each level. For ultimate in cool, stop by Bond. This ultra lounge hosts live performances and house music plus some unusual LED art. The Cosmopolitan also has a social club called Rose.Rabbit.Lie., which is part restaurant, part bar and part nightclub.
Many of the world’s top and up-and-coming music acts take to the stage at The Cosmopolitan in The Chelsea or out at the Boulevard Pool.
When you’re ready to place your bets, the casino area features advanced, up-to-date technology to make guests’ gaming experience fun and easy. Part of this experience includes Casino Cabanas, a comfortable spot where guests and their friends can gamble while socializing.
If you need to relax and rejuvenate, the spa features two fitness centers, a beauty salon, a barber shop and a complete list of spa services. There are also tennis courts and other sports facilities available.
When heading to The Cosmopolitan for a meeting, convention or special event, you can trust that you’ll have access to the latest state-of-the-art equipment. Computers, a business center and overhead projectors are all available for use. The convention area offers 200,000 square feet of meeting space and is able to accommodate different types and sizes of events.
**Beginning May 16, 2017, the hotel will start charging for parking.**
The spirit of Italy is alive in The Venetian resort, complete with frescos, plenty of pasta, canals, gondolas and strolling performers. The hotel offers spacious, beautifully appointed suites, an impressive upscale shopping center, a wide variety of gourmet restaurants and cafés, several attractions and more.
The breathtaking megaresort combines the latest technology and the venerable art and culture of the European jewel: Venice. The Venetian’s take on this world-renowned city is a must-see. Coming to this resort is the next best thing to visiting Venice itself. Plus, The Venetian is an eco-friendly property with an impressive array of green initiatives in place — like LED lighting, solar panels, a reclaimed water system, eco-safe cleaning products, low-flush toilets and much more.
As you enter the lobby, don’t be surprised by the visitors taking pictures of the ceiling as if they were in the Sistine Chapel: A detailed, exquisite fresco covers the arched ceiling leading from the registration desk to the casino, promising great things.
The accommodations at The Venetian are aesthetically stunning as well as technologically advanced, with refinements from Italian marble in the bathrooms to 32-inch flat-screen HDTVs, wireless internet access and minibars. At the Venezia Tower, the resort’s luxury tower designed to impart an even higher sense of refinement, the suites start at 700 square feet and boast 9.5-foot-high ceilings, 130-square-foot bathrooms, three telephones, multiple flat-screen TVs and Roman tubs with separate glass-enclosed showers, among other things.
Take a ride along a canal in the popular gondolas that run outdoors and through The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo. This impressive Italian street-themed retail complex features an abundance of exclusive stores, priceless art and even performers, sure to please the avid shopper. Authentic cobblestone covers the shopping mecca.
After shopping, there’s more fun to be had at the internationally beloved Madame Tussauds Las Vegas wax museum.
Treat your taste buds at any of the numerous acclaimed fine dining restaurants that The Venetian has to offer, which include the creations of culinary giants Thomas Keller (of Bouchon and Bouchon Bakery) and Tom Moloney (of AquaKnox). Buddy V’s, a restaurant by “Cake Boss” star and internationally renowned baker Buddy Valastro, features an Italian-American menu and is inspired by Valastro’s family gatherings and the beloved recipes passed down by his mother, grandmother and aunts. Carlo’s Bakery, which serves Valastro’s famous cannolis, Italian cookies and cakes, is adjacent to it.
Enjoy gourmet pub fare paired with artisanal brews in the Public House, or sink your teeth into a succulent cut of meat at Delmonico Steakhouse. Yardbird Southern Table & Bar features delicious Southern fare and an outstanding brunch, but also an innovative cocktail menu with a special on-site ice room where mixologists harvest hand-cut blocks to create many of the libations.Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich’s restaurant B&B Burger & Beer has a menu that features local ingredients and the beer-driven beverages that are sourced from Las Vegas and Southern California craft breweries. Traditional and contemporary takes on Italian cuisine abound in Canaletto, B&B Ristorante and Zeffirino. Plus, there’s an extensive menu of international favorites and 20 fine desserts at the Grand Lux Café.
If you want to pamper your body as lovingly as your palate, the Canyon Ranch SpaClub should not be missed. It’s the largest spa in town with more than 120 different services and activities including massages, beauty treatments, fitness classes, wellness training and more.
There is also no shortage of nightlife thanks to the celebrity-studded Tao nightclub and other smaller yet ultra chic venues such as the V Bar and Oculus. The Bellini Bar serves up specially crafted Bellinis and a long list of beers, wines and cocktails nightly. The Rockhouse, a dive bar designed like an adult playground with tire swings, birdcages, billiards, beer pong tables and a mechanical bull, is open in The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo.
With pools that resemble the fountains of Italian palazzos and amenities that will leave you exclaiming “Bellissimo!” Venice’s twin sister city has come afloat at The Venetian. Ah, la dolce vita!
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.
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.
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).
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).
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.
MGM Grand truly lives up to its name, not only in sheer size, but also in its vast offerings. Located at one of the busiest intersections in Las Vegas, it provides a world of entertainment, dining and unwinding — both day and night. Recently, the resort completed a $160 million remodel to upgrade all of its rooms and suites, has added a brand new nightclub and several new restaurants.
Entertainment is plentiful with several options in a variety of unique venues. The Cirque du Soleil show “KÀ” takes audiences on a heroic journey that will feel like the latest blockbuster movie. A lineup of renowned performers come to the David Copperfield Theatre, while some of rock ‘n’ roll’s greatest acts, from the Rolling Stones to U2, take the stage in the Grand Garden Arena — also home to many highly touted championship boxing events. And Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club offers plenty of laughs.
You have multiple dining choices at the MGM Grand that include the exquisite tastes of Joël Robuchon and L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, the sophisticated tastes of Fiamma Trattoria or the classic pub fare of Michael Mina Pub 1842. Whether it’s steak and lobster at Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak or the beloved American delights at Avenue Café, you’ll never go hungry here. Plus, you can experience the traditions of different cities in Las Vegas — Hakkasan Las Vegas restaurant offers unique Cantonese-style cuisine with flavors of Hong Kong and Shanghai, try Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House for the tastes of the “Big Easy” or venture over to Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill for the tastes of Southern California. The Morton Group, led by restaurateurs Michael and Jenna Morton, opened Crush — a celebration of food, drinks and friends — at the resort, and Hecho en Vegas, serves a wonderful mix of traditional Sonoran cuisine and popular Mexican favorites.
Along with fine dining, there are plenty of places for casual eats — from the MGM Grand Buffet to the ample MGM Grand Food Court and Blizz Frozen Yogurt.
The Lobby Bar offers an extensive cocktail list and Centrifuge lures the crowds at nighttime and well into the early morning hours. Tap Sports Bar serves American favorites for lunch and dinner, but guests can also enjoy 48 draft beers, sports memorabilia and watching games on 60-inch HD TVs.
A multiple-story nightclub venue — Hakkasan Las Vegas — is open for pleasure seekers who want to delight in dancing, drinking and dining. Keep the party going all day long in the summer at the pool club Wet Republic or relax at the Grand Spa, which offers several therapies in more than 20 zen-inspired treatment rooms, far away from the chaos of the casino.
MGM Grand’s enormous casino entices players, with games including blackjack, craps, roulette and an array of slot and poker machines, as well as keno, a baccarat lounge and high-limit slots. The race and sports book offers private skyboxes, a bar and the adjacent Stage Deli. The high-end gaming lounge Whiskey Down has a 64-seat bar that serves up an array of brown spirits and specialty cocktails.
Fun and adventure await guests as well. Aspiring detectives (or those who just like to solve mysteries) can get their hands on the interactive CSI: The Experience. Other attractions on site include a television research studio (CBS Television City) and a pool complex with a 1,000-foot-long lazy river and five outdoor swimming pools.
Shopping is plentiful along The District and in The Underground, two neighborhood-like areas at the resort. You’ll discover glittering jewelry and watches, keepsakes, clothes, sweets and more.
There aren’t many hotels with offerings so grand that it’s practically an entire vacation under one roof. With such a wide variety of things to do and see at the MGM Grand, don’t be the least bit surprised if it takes more than one visit to experience it all.
A friendly note: All of the hotel rooms are non-smoking. If you smoke, there will be a $350 cleaning fee at checkout. Stay in designated smoking areas and you’ll be fine.
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).
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
A 24-hour party atmosphere reverberates through the vibrant red, purple and blue neon towers of the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, where large suites, ample entertainment and popular dining combine for the ultimate off-Strip experience.
Meals at the Rio are as exciting and rich as the colorful surroundings. One of the most beloved buffets in Las Vegas — the Carnival World & Seafood Buffet — delivers on its moniker, offering the delicious fare of just about every ethnicity. Another must-try eatery in the Rio includes KJ Dim Sum & Seafood Chinese Restaurant. Hash House A Go Go has a home-style atmosphere. It serves breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner items that are delivered in oversized portions.
No Vegas vacation would be complete without a show, so take in the sleight-of-hand and gross-out grand illusions of magical duo Penn & Teller. Ladies will find it hard to keep their hands to themselves when the well-greased male dancers of Chippendales rip off one tank top after another. And men will also be enthralled with the beautiful ladies and sexy choreography in the topless revue “X Rocks.”
The all-male wait staff at Flirt Lounge, located in the lobby of the Chippendales Theatre, keeps the “Ultimate Girls Night” experience going strong with its full menu of exotic concoctions. Both men and women will delight in amazing views of Las Vegas from the VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub, located on the 51st story of the resort’s Masquerade Tower. High-tech fun and cool cocktails also await in the iBar.
Whether watching a flair bartender prepare Brazilian-inspired drinks with a smile or the expert gaming dealers distribute cards, this resort exudes high-energy fun. The vibrant 100,000-square-foot casino floor features more than 1,200 slots, all the favorite table games, poker room, race and sports book and keno lounge. The resort also plays host to the main event of the World Series of Poker each year.
Although you may be in town to party, the staff here takes customer service very seriously, and the hotel’s commitment to guest satisfaction has earned it national praise. The suite-sized rooms are also among the largest in town, with amenities ranging from a refrigerator to an in-room safe.
The Rio’s pool area, which includes a sandy beach, looks and feels like a tropical paradise, and the Rio Spa & Salon will soothe your senses after a long night of dancing. The Rio offers shopping in Masquerade Village and throughout the property as well.
The VooDoo Zip Line, an 800-foot zip ride, adds more excitement at the resort. Taking off from the VooDoo Rooftop Nightclub, located atop the hotel’s 50-story Masquerade Tower, guests can cascade toward the Ipanema Tower, reaching speeds up to 33 miles per hour while enjoying beautiful views of the Las Vegas Strip.
So get in the Carnaval spirit and head to the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Like its namesake in South America, this is a true cidade maravilhosa — a marvelous city — in the middle of the desert.
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.
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.
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.
Great food, a casino with a 574-seat bingo hall, lots of bars and amenity-filled rooms — it’s no wonder adults love Boulder Station. Plus, kids enjoy the movie theater and a supervised play area.
One of several Station Casinos resorts in Las Vegas, including Sunset, Palace, Santa Fe and Texas Stations as well as Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, Boulder Station has its own distinct look, feel and identity despite being part of a growing family. Located on Boulder Highway, just minutes away from the Strip and downtown, this establishment truly has something for everyone.
First and foremost, the casino, a prodigious 75,000-square-foot gaming floor surrounded by restaurants, bars, a gift shop and attractions, draws an even mix of locals and visitors. The resort’s wooden floors and brick columns display a rustic, comforting appeal that makes guests feel like they’re at home.
Dining choices are plentiful, ranging from the bold Baja flavors of the Cabo Mexican Restaurant to the Feast Buffet, a smorgasbord of freshly prepared dishes including waffles and flambé for dessert. For a more quiet and intimate atmosphere, diners can enjoy fine steaks at The Broiler or Italian food at Pasta Cucina, which offers thin-crust, stone-oven pizza and pasta specialties like manicotti Florentine and Tuscan angel hair.
The Railhead, a centralized lounge, offers dancing and live music performances. The Kids Quest youth activity center presents a fun and dynamic playground for children to explore while their parents enjoy the hotel’s adult diversions — like cocktails at the Havana Lounge, Brewer’s Bar or KIXX. And the 11-screen Regal Cinemas complex is one of the finest movie theaters in town, with comfortable seating, spacious auditoriums and a friendly staff aiming to make any night at the movies an unforgettable one.
In addition, guests will appreciate the recently remodeled rooms. Boasting a boutique hotel feel, each one features elegant wall coverings, fixtures, rich wood furnishings and custom-designed artwork. Among the amenities are a built-in closet, a computer desk, pillow-top mattresses and a 40-inch plasma television with cable service. The bathrooms also boast granite countertops and new light fixtures.
Like its sister establishments, Boulder Station sets its own standards and surpasses them. Small wonder this family is one of the proudest in town.
A stay at The Cromwell is sure to be an unforgettable one.
Located at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip on the northeast corner of Flamingo Road and Las Vegas Boulevard, the boutique-style resort has lots to offer travelers.
Not only is The Cromwell close to many of Vegas’ most popular attractions, but the hotel also boasts 188 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, exceptional hospitality, the first-ever restaurant by chef Giada De Laurentiis and three party-oriented experiences by nightlife visionary Victory Drai.
The accommodations have a sexy, Parisian-inspired atmosphere. Rooms are dimly lit and feature wood-toned floors, oversized headboards and vintage furnishings. The bathrooms have steam showers and Muk bath products.
Among the other things you’ll find at the resort is a 40,000-square-foot casino with 66 table games, nearly 440 slot machines, a high-limit room and a reserved gaming room. The lobby is reminiscent of an old world parlor with bookshelves lined by leather-bound tomes. Bound by Salvatore, the lobby bar, features the signature cocktails of world-renowned bartender Salvatore Calabrese — including the bubbly Cromwell Fizz, The Breakfast Martini and the espresso-infused Keep Me Awake Bro and Never Say Goodnight. Plus, there is a centralized bar and lounge called Interlude.
De Laurentiis, the well-known author and television personality on the Food Network, is behind the 10,000-square-foot eatery Giada. It’s situated on the second floor and has a patio that showcases breathtaking views of the Strip and Fountains of Bellagio. Her Italian cuisine embraces her birthplace of Rome while blending in some Californian influences. Signature dishes include lemon spaghetti, eggplant rollatini, marsala herb chicken meatballs and lemon ricotta cookies. Giada is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
On the 11th floor is Drai’s Beach Club & Nightclub — a rooftop pool club and nightlife venue. Drai’s After Hours club, which is located below the ground floor, offers up a late-night partying concept.
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.
Rounding out The Cromwell’s amenities are a 24-hour fitness room and a gift shop called Curios that carries everything from jewelry and gourmet food to whimsical accessories.
The LINQ Hotel & Casino caters to visitors of all ages and attitudes. It’s not a stuffy, elite-style resort, but a modern and socially connected place. Wireless internet access is available in its rooms and throughout the property. Plus, guests will enjoy things like booking shows and making restaurant reservations with a concierge touchscreen option.
Adjacent to The LINQ Promenade, the open-air shopping, dining and entertainment district anchored by the High Roller observation wheel, The LINQ Hotel & Casino boasts many amenities and a fun atmosphere that make it an important part of the center Strip.
For instance, the entertainment offerings here are standouts. In the evening “Divas Las Vegas” starring Frank Marino is never a drag — even though all the performers are in drag. Mat Franco, winner of season nine of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” brings his astounding tricks to The LINQ Theater. In addition, guests can stroll out to The LINQ Promenade, where they’ll be able to see concerts or go bowling at Brooklyn Bowl.
Once you’ve taken in all the entertainment that abounds, you can treat yourself to The LINQ Hotel & Casino’s ample dining choices. Chef Guy Fieri’s first Las Vegas restaurant, called Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar, is located at the resort’s north entrance. For excellent south-of-the-border cuisine, check out Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar at the south entrance. Or for one of the best breakfasts you’ve ever had — as well as amazing burgers and salads for lunch and dinner — try the Hash House A Go Go. Several restaurants in The LINQ promenade are also sure to satisfy your appetite — like the Yard House, Flour & Barley, Off the Strip Bistro, Sprinkles Cupcakes, Haute Doggery, Tilted Kilt and more.
Inside the resort’s welcoming casino are plenty of table games and more than 800 slot and video poker machines. You’ll also discover an action-packed race and sports book.
Nightlife is great at The LINQ Hotel & Casino as well. This lobby bar 3535, named for the numerical part of the resort’s address, features unique martinis and cocktails made from premium infused spirits. TAG Sports Bar will quench your thirst with one of more than 300 different beers. In O’Sheas Casino, you’ll be pleased to find a cheap bar and a rollicking good time on the stage — or you may be challenged to a game of beer pong. Order a variety of frozen daiquiris at Fat Tuesday, get a handcrafted cocktail from a flair bartender at the Catalyst Bar or quench your thirst at the Purple Zebra Daiquiri Bar on The LINQ Promenade.
When you finally retire for a good night’s sleep, you’ll appreciate The LINQ Hotel & Casino’s comfortable accommodations. There are 2,256 rooms and suites with pillow-top mattresses, charging stations with USB ports, 47-inch LED flat-screen TVs and rain shower heads. Guests also delight in floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase views of the High Roller, the Strip or the surrounding city.
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.
There is also a pool deck for adults only with two pools and a center bar that serves up a diverse selection of frozen drinks, draught beer and signature cocktails. Rounding out the amenities at The LINQ Hotel & Casino are the full service Spa at The LINQ, which offers facials, body treatments and massages, as well as a fitness center, a salon and a wedding chapel.
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.
Just three miles from McCarran International Airport and less than a mile from the Las Vegas Strip, the Days Inn Las Vegas at Wild Wild West Gambling Hall offers the proximity you desire without the frenetic pace of the Strip.
There are comfortable rooms that come with a hair dryer, iron and ironing board, and free wireless internet access. All of the suites are non-smoking.
The garden setting and two-story buildings surround a lovely heated pool and Jacuzzi area, perfect for a night of relaxation. The hotel offers a well-trained staff available 24 hours to cater to the needs of the guests. There’s also a 24-hour casino. Plus, you can grab a bite to eat any time of day in the on-site restaurant.
The hotel offers free parking, and children 12 years and younger stay for free with an adult.
Vegas visitors looking for excitement will find that and more at Harrah’s Las Vegas in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, where a festive atmosphere, diverse entertainment options and an action-packed casino permeate the property.
The celebration starts outside the casino at Carnaval Court, a rollicking outdoor bar that features live bands and flair bartenders. Souvenir kiosks and food stands complete the street fair ambience.
When entering the casino from Carnaval Court, a jester statue representing magic and jubilance ushers guests inside with the message: “The party has already started.” Nowhere is this more clear than just inside at the Piano Bar, where dueling pianos and karaoke keep the energy high. Harrah’s also boasts Numb Bar & Frozen Cocktails and the Signature Bar with color-changing lights, a crystal chandelier and big-screen TVs as well as 16 beers on tap.
Chandeliers resembling large gold Mardi Gras beads decorate the expansive casino, which is always brimming with action. Gamblers delight in everything from a comfortable poker room to a stylish high-limit gaming area with sliding glass panels, a keno lounge and Rapid Roulette tables. Sports wagering is available in the race and sports book, called the Sports Pit, with high-definition televisions wherever the eye can see.
Also in the casino is Toby Keith’s I Love This Party Pit, where dealers dressed in country-western garb sling cards while country music blares from speakers above. Those really feeling the honky-tonk vibe can head upstairs to Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill for a stiff drink, a bite and some dancing.
With a number of unique restaurants, guests can enjoy succulent steaks, prime rib, seafood and chicken at Ruth’s Chris Steak. Flavors, The Buffet represents cuisines from around the world. At the 24-hour Fulton Street Food Hall, you can get everything from New York-style pizza, sushi, homemade soups and artisanal sandwiches to bakery-fresh pastries. Plus, cool and refreshing ice cream with added mix-ins like fresh fruit are available at Icepan.
World-class entertainment at Harrah’s includes “Menopause The Musical” and the “Mac King Comedy Magic Show.”The hotel’s spa and Olympic-sized pool provide the perfect spots for guests to unwind.
Harrah’s boasts 25,000 square feet of meeting space. The lobby houses several jewelry, apparel and souvenir shops as well as a shoe shine station. There’s also a health club with the all the latest cardiovascular equipment and weight machines.
There is valet and self-parking. Guests will be charged $8 per day for self-parking and $13 per day for valet parking. Hourly self-parking and valet rates vary.
Though located within easy walking distance to many other properties, Harrah’s is home to a Las Vegas Monorail station, making it a snap to go just about anywhere on the Strip. Plus, free shuttle rides are available every half hour between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to the Rio and Bally’s/Paris Las Vegas.