18 Best Hotels in Las Vegas, From Sleek Casinos to Spa Resorts
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In Las Vegas, your hotel isn't just a place to sleep—it’s a destination unto itself. Want to wake up in the heart of Paris? Or perhaps you'd prefer the glamour of Venice or the elegance of Lake Como? Vegas has you covered. This city is a surreal mashup of the world’s most iconic destinations, all wrapped in neon lights and a bit of cheeky flair. From over-the-top themed resorts to sleek, modern sanctuaries, every hotel here has a personality, a story, and a dash of sparkle. Whether you're here to party, relax, or explore the unexpected, there’s a place to lay your head (and make a few memories) that’s as unique as the city itself. Ready to pick your perfect Vegas home base? Let’s dive into our roundup of the best hotels where the fun never stops and the luxury never lets up.
FAQ:
When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?
The best time to visit Las Vegas is in spring or fall. These seasons offer perfect weather—warm but not sweltering—along with fewer crowds and more reasonable hotel prices. With major events, festivals, and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s when the city is at its most dynamic (without the summer scorch). For a quieter experience, consider mid-week visits when the Strip is a little less packed.
What are some activities in Las Vegas besides gambling?
Las Vegas offers much more than just gambling. For culture, check out the Neon Museum, a dazzling stroll through vintage Vegas signs, or catch a Cirque du Soleil show. For stunning views, take a ride on the High Roller observation wheel or get a taste of Venice with a gondola ride at The Venetian. Adventure seekers can head to Red Rock Canyon for hiking, or try the thrill rides atop the Stratosphere. Don’t miss world-class dining, from Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen to Michelin-starred spots. Whether you're seeking thrills, art, or relaxation, Vegas has it all.
What is the best way to get around Las Vegas?
The Monorail is quick and efficient for cruising the Strip, while ride-shares like Uber and Lyft are ideal for door-to-door service. If you’re feeling adventurous, rent a bike or scooter to zip between attractions. Walking is always an option if you're staying centrally, though be mindful of the heat in summer. For a bit more freedom, a rental car is perfect for day trips beyond the Strip. And for a budget-friendly ride, the Deuce Bus offers a reliable way to hit major spots.
How we choose the best hotels in Las Vegas
Every hotel review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.
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Mark Mediana/Fontainebleau Las VegashotelFontainebleau Las Vegas
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Hot List 2024Saying that Fontainebleau is the longest-awaited of any Las Vegas property is no hyperbole: In fact, the 729-foot-high tower (the tallest hotel in Las Vegas) was topped out in 2008 but sat vacant through several ownership changes before Jeffrey Soffer’s Fontainebleau Development reclaimed it in 2021—and unveiled the final product in one of the most star-studded and lavish parties in Las Vegas history at the end of 2023. The hotel is a soaring tribute to the original architect of its iconic Miami Beach sister property, Morris Lapidus, complete with a massive oval lobby, monolithic bow-tie-shaped porte cochere, and other midcentury modern glam details. The 67-story Fontainebleau (now the tallest hotel in Vegas) features 3,644 rooms in several categories that afford incredible views of either the mountains or the Strip from floor-to-ceiling windows. There are some truly new-to-Vegas experiences on the dining front: Numbering among the 36 restaurants and lounges are Mother Wolf, which doles out Roman pizza and hand-cut pasta; and the witty Washing Potato, serving up dim sum and street food. The clever Reboot Lounge offers everything from a signature foot massage to compression therapy for legs (great for recovering from a long flight). Fontainebleau takes all the best Las Vegas amenities, adds a bit of Miami glamour, and supersizes everything on a massive stage. —Emily Gordon
Benoit LinerohotelNoMad Las Vegas
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Gold List 2020, 2023NoMad Las Vegas is a hotel within a hotel; specifically, the Park MGM, the completely rethought former Monte Carlo. But unlike some other hotel-in-hotel pairings in Las Vegas, there's some synchronicity here, since the Sydell Group had a hand in the redesign of the entire property. But while Park MGM is fun and accessible, NoMad is its totally grown-up side. It's all old-world luxury here, with sexy dark corners and a grand, library-inspired restaurant. When you walk into NoMad, it's like wandering into some amazing secret hidey-hole. If you thought you were too sophisticated for Las Vegas, you haven't been here yet.
Courtesy The Venetian Resort Las VegashotelThe Venetian Resort
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Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024Just walking into The Venetian lobby feels like taking a trip to the Bel Paese; it’s completely frescoed to its vaulted ceiling, and its centerpiece is a massive, gilded sphere held up by four golden women. After having passed a replica of Venice’s campanile and Rialto Bridge, arriving in this basilica-style registration area should feel totally cheesy—and yet, it is so over-the-top and grand, you can’t help but be impressed. The complex is enormous, with more than 7,000 rooms and three million square feet of retail and meeting space spread across the Venetian and Palazzo hotels. But perhaps the most memorable thing about the place is its huge array of restaurants, including Estiatorio Milos for incredible seafood (and the Strip’s best lunch deal), Mott 32 for excellent Chinese food, and new openings from superstars Tetsuya Wakuda (Wakuda) and Eyal Shani (HaSalon). Beyond dining, everything you need can be found inside The Venetian. The gym is actually a Canyon Ranch, where you can go on the climbing wall, get nutritional counseling, and even have your gait analyzed, while the spa is full of unexpected extras, such as acupuncture.
Courtesy Wynn Las VegashotelWynn Las Vegas & Encore
$$$ | Gold List 2019, 2022, 2025 Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023When my mother and I first moved from the Philippines to the United States in 2003, we came to settle in Las Vegas. Among the entertainment capital’s flashy and over-the-top hotel offerings, my mother—and her preference for refined elegance—most often led us to the Wynn, which opened in 2005 as, in my childhood memory, the first nonthemed resort on the iconic Strip, where facsimiles of Venice, Paris, and Caesar’s Rome dominated the landscape. At the roughly 4,700-key property (which includes the original building and its sibling, the Encore, added in 2008), the theme, if I must name one, seemed to be luxury itself. To return to it now, as it gears up for its 20th anniversary in 2025, feels like a homecoming: Its casinos, high-end shops, and myriad dining and drinking outlets (29 of them, not including the three nightclubs) are better than ever, entertaining guests who’d rather indulge in high thread counts than days—or nights—of Sin City debauchery. As such, the rooms have gotten a significant upgrade in the last few years. My Tower Suite on the 40-something-th floor was tastefully designed, recently renovated in 2022, dressed in warm neutral tones, and equipped with easy-to-use tech like window shades that can open at a specified time and bring in the desert sun as I rose in the morning. The drapery, the bed, the small section of carpet in the bathroom—they all offer the body a rest after a day of taking in the sensory explosion that is the city far below. This place is in a league of its own, unbothered by the gimmicks and stunts of its peers. It is not without its light shows (this is still Vegas, after all), but sheer quality was, is, and always will be the Wynn’s calling card. —Matt Ortile
Courtesy Virgin Las VegashotelVirgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2022, 2023, 2024For much of his career, Sir Richard Branson has prided himself on doing the opposite of whatever is the industry standard, and Virgin Hotels is his solution to all that he has hated about hotels. So how has Virgin flipped the script in Las Vegas? For starters, there are no parking fees while many other Vegas casinos charge upwards of $40 a day. Rooms in the three guest towers feature groovy sitting areas with bright orange couches, a king bed with Virgin Hotels’ signature “nook” at the end, giant flat-screen TVs, a bathtub and a shower, and expansive views of either the pool area or the bright lights of Las Vegas. Speaking of the former, there are two pools: one for regular splashing and lounging, and another for the Kassi Beach Club, a 21 and over pool with a relaxing, Mediterranean vibe. Choose from 11 dining destinations and multiple bars—including the can't miss Shag Room, a somewhat hidden Moroccan-inspired lounge just off the lobby’s Commons Club bar.
Courtesy The PalazzohotelThe Palazzo at The Venetian Resort
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2023, 2024Tucked alongside its renowned sibling, The Venetian, The Palazzo exudes a refined elegance that sets it apart. Both resorts share a grand Renaissance Italian design, but The Palazzo distinguishes itself with its striking two-story crystal sculpture fountain at the rotunda entrance. The property is renowned for offering the largest standard rooms on the Strip—spacious 700-square-foot bilevel suites with L-shaped sofas and a calm, more sophisticated ambiance than the Venetian’s family-friendly vibe. Recently, new suites with sweeping views of the MSG Sphere add another layer of allure, offering an unparalleled vista of the city’s most anticipated landmark. For those seeking an extra touch of luxury, the Prestige upgrade is a worthy indulgence, providing additional space and exclusive perks, all at a more attractive price than comparable rooms in other major cities. Dining at The Palazzo has evolved into a gastronomic destination in its own right. Rosina, an intimate Art Deco lounge, offers a serene retreat, while Wakuda, a hidden omakase speakeasy by two-Michelin-starred chef Tetsuya Wakuda, elevates the culinary experience to an art form. Whether you’re looking to relax in quiet opulence or indulge in world-class cuisine, The Palazzo is a standout choice in Las Vegas, offering a sophisticated blend of luxury, service, and style.
Dave Burk/Caesars PalacehotelCaesars Palace
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024The Strip’s Ancient Rome–themed wonderland is anything but stuck in the past; its largest building block—the 1,181-room Palace Tower—which got a $100 million reno just a few years back, is testament to that fact. Those looking for a splurgy trip should go straight for the 29th-floor villa suites, which, like the grand villas in the Octavius and Augustus towers, are massive and full of great (and OTT) design details. Because Vegas is all about donning your new identity for a while, you can pick from villas with completely different aesthetics, from Ancient Greece to a formal northern European villa furnished in Biedermeier furniture, to neoclassical French Empire and English Regency, all with features like 24K gold-plated fixtures and hand-painted murals, private elevator entry, limo transport, and VIP check-in. Bacchanal continues to offer one of the most mind-blowing buffets in the world (it never ends and serves about 500 dishes at any one time), and if you feel like walking to the other end of the massive complex, you'll get to the Forum Shops, where the retail offerings are vast and there are even more places to dine. It’s truly a self-contained city.
Scott ChebegiahotelAria
$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2024Aria is a sleek, curvilinear building, complemented by contemporary features such as a water wall and public art displays. The people who are checking into Aria are generally keen on staying in a more modern building, and like the proximity to high-end shopping (it's in the same CityCenter complex as The Shops at Crystals). When you walk in from the valet, you feel like you're in a monumental glass atrium. There's almost never a wait at registration, and the lobby feels so spacious that it never has that cramped, crowded feeling that other casinos have. The spa is also one of the best on the Strip, with a salt room and an incredibly relaxing section with heated beds, which are imported from Japan and made of a single block of stone. The 420 Sky Suites were all recently renovated, with spa-like bathrooms and a lighter, brighter color palette, as well as mod Vitra armchairs and comfortable wingback headboards.
Courtesy Circa Resort & CasinohotelCirca Resort & Casino
$Until Circa opened in October 2020, no new hotel had been built in Downtown Las Vegas for 40 years. What a tribute to all the fun and wackiness of the area; the place has distinguished itself as an unapologetic, adults-only temple of fun. It plays to a pretty specific demographic: sports lovers who come for its Stadium Swim pool complex—pool, lounge seats, sports bar, and bungalows all facing a massive, 40-foot-high HD TV that always has a major game playing. For dining it has the obligatory Las Vegas steakhouse, but also a pan-Asian eatery that’s both an ode to the Midwest and to Las Vegas, and a fantastic (if very expensive) deli. There’s plenty to keep you inside this resort for days, but you could easily venture out to the funky dive bars, the (wild) people-watching, and the galleries of the 18b Arts District, all just steps out the front door. And if it’s views of the Vegas Valley you want, Circa’s Legacy Club, a partly open-air lounge on its 60th floor, has some of the best. (You can enjoy them Vegas-style next to 500 custom gold bars and a ticker that shows their fluctuation in value in real time.)
Thomas Hart ShelbyhotelThe Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024If you’ve ever seen Cosmopolitan’s provocative ads about being the “right kind of wrong,” you’ll understand who it’s trying to attract—and it’s succeeding. The guests are usually on the younger side of the Strip demographic, with plenty of money to spend on all the great restaurants, cabanas at the pool, and bottle service at Marquee Nightclub. Its rooms are some of the best for entertaining on the Strip (and some of the very few with open-air terraces). In recent years, the Cosmopolitan has focused on upping its offerings for bigger spenders, and its rooms reflect that: the Chelsea Penthouses, for instance, start at 2,400 square feet, and the three-bedroom penthouses have terraces with panoramic views. All the rooms, though, appeal to those who love clean-edged design. Cosmopolitan has long had some of the Strip’s most standout restaurant and lounge options, and they’re constantly adding fun new things. Look for The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, a swanky room behind a janitor’s door where you can take in a major whiskey selection and, yes, actually schedule an old-school shave and haircut, and the hidden Ski Lodge at Superfrico, inspired by ski chalets in Hokkaido, Japan. The hotel was acquired by MGM Resorts International in 2022 and is operated by Marriott, and is now part of a new brand collection, the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, that gives Marriott members special access and points on stays.
Tory Kooyman/BellagiohotelBellagio
$$$ | Gold List 2022 Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024When this Lake Como–inspired wonderland opened in 1998, it instantly became the model for the over-the-top Vegas extravaganza resorts that would follow; its fountains remain the biggest free show in town. The Strip icon could have rested on its reputation, but the Bellagio has taken the last couple of years to reinvest in the experience for its guests—not just those who walk in for the spectacle. The Chicago firm The Gettys Group Companies, in partnership with MGM Resorts International Design Group, oversaw a full renovation of all 2,568 guest rooms in the main tower, taking design cues from the fountains with natural stone and pops of aqua; in some rooms, vast showers replaced the old tubs. But even as it modernizes, the resort has smartly realized it can’t get rid of its icons. The hotel is currently renovating its Spa Tower to the tune of $110 million, in jewel tones Champalimaud Design is borrowing from Lake Como and the Alps; this is where to check in for a more residential feel.
Courtesy Mandarin OrientalhotelWaldorf Astoria Las Vegas
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2022, 2023, 2024When you pull into the Waldorf Astoria, it feels secluded and private—a certain number of people actually live here full-time and enjoy all the amenities. You'll be greeted by name when you arrive at the lobby on the 23rd floor, and there's no line for check-in. The true pièce de résistance? No gaming, which means everything is blissfully quiet. And if you're skeptical of the pool scene in Vegas, you'll love this one, arguably the most civilized, mellow, and sophisticated little spot in the city. You can hole up for an entire afternoon and relax without thumping music or bumping into the bachelor party in the next cabana. And whenever you need a snack, you can either walk right over to the Pool Cafe or just order something from there to your cabana. It's glamour at its absolute low-key best.
Resorts World Las VegashotelResorts World Las Vegas
$ | Hot List 2022 Readers' Choice Awards 2023, 2024There are plenty of large resorts on the Strip that have most of the things you’re looking for in Las Vegas, but Resorts World manages to roll them all—celeb residencies, splashy restaurants, a massive gaming scene, a fabulous spa—into one. If you want to check in and not feel as though you’re missing out elsewhere, this is where to go. There are three distinctly different hotel brands inside, each with its own entrance: the 332-room Crockfords, on floors 60-66 of the east tower; Conrad Las Vegas, the 1,496-room contemporary hotel; and the Las Vegas Hilton, whose 1,678 rooms fill the west tower. While the resort was originally billed as a Chinese hotel casino, this doesn’t look like a themed resort. Other than a few subtle exterior architectural references and lots of use of red, what you’ll experience is more a resort with clean lines and a residential feel.
Courtesy Four Seasons/Christian Horan PhotographyhotelFour Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023When you arrive in the circular driveway of the Four Seasons Las Vegas, it feels impossible that you’re in Vegas—and what’s more, that it could be connected to the renowned Mandalay Bay. It’s a gaming-free sanctuary at the southernmost end of the Strip, and it barely feels worlds away from the trademark splash and bang of the city. Although it occupies floors 35 to 39 of Mandalay Bay, it has its own lobby, restaurants, and scene—and best of all, a serene pool and beautiful spa. Just a few years ago, Four Seasons completely renovated its rooms, and what were very lovely but somewhat standard cream-colored Four Seasons rooms are now classic Art Deco–inspired retreats done up in a sophisticated color scheme with bold, graphic wallpaper.
Courtesy MGM Resorts InternationalhotelVdara Hotel & Spa
$$If you want to feel like you're checking into a destination spa, Vdara may be the hotel that comes closest in Las Vegas. The lobby has soaring ceilings, and the whole hotel—although it's a glass high rise in ultra modern CityCenter—is built to maximize light and bring in natural materials. It's the only completely non-smoking AND non-gaming hotel in Las Vegas. The spa is one of the nicest in the city, plus never as crowded as, say, Qua in Caesars, or one of the other spas in large casino resorts—there's a meditation lounge, waterfall, wooden floors—definitely a go-to spot while you're here. While Vdara has slightly higher room rates than some comparably sized hotel rooms, and upgrade is worth a little extra money for all the extras you get: Studios have little kitchen areas so you're not always going in search of food, and if you're staying for a while, there's no reason to skip the laundry service you can access.
Courtesy Nobu Hotel Caesars PalacehotelNobu Hotel Caesars Palace
$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2020, 2021, 2022Everyone knew of chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s restaurants when he opened his first hotel here in 2013, but its debut marked the beginning of a new era for the renowned restaurateur—and for the city’s storied hotel scene. Within the behemoth that is Caesars, it ends up being a surprisingly intimate stay: Few hotels can pull off the boutique-within-a-hotel concept and feel as if they are truly an individual experience. When you walk into the very small lobby (of what was once the old Centurion tower), it feels as Nobu and Rockwell Group imagined it—very spare and Japanese, with beautiful touches like wood walls resembling what could be a Louise Nevelson sculpture. The Rockwell Group’s 2022 rethink of the rooms inspired by kintsugi, the Japanese art of gold epoxy-veined pottery, gives them a warm, residential feel. And if you’ve ever dreamed of picking up the phone and having the amazing food of Nobu delivered right to you, your time has arrived. It’s easy enough to go to the restaurant downstairs—the only Nobu that serves breakfast—but you should absolutely take advantage of the in-room dining while you’re here.
Courtesy MGM Resorts InternationalhotelMGM Grand Hotel & Casino
$$$ | Readers' Choice Awards 2019When you picture Vegas, you picture MGM Grand—with Cirque Du Soleil shows, roaring lions on display behind glass, and raucous bachelors’ parties likely coming to mind. It's impossible to casually list reasons to stay at the hotel, because it pretty much has… everything. It’s the largest hotel in the U.S. and the third largest in the world. In addition to the 6,852 rooms available there's an expansive range of experiences at an equally wide range of prices, with basic rooms for less than $100 depending on the season, to ultra-luxe suites that go for thousands of dollars a night. In 2022, it completed a 700-room renovation of its Studio Tower, reminiscent of midcentury desert glam of the city’s Golden Age. No matter where you sleep though, the appeal of the iconic casino, the five swimming pools, endless entertainment, nightlife, and dining options, and the Strip itself are reasons enough to make MGM Grand an ideal home base for any Vegas trip.
Courtesy Red Rock Casino Resort & SpahotelRed Rock Casino, Resort & Spa
$This hotel channels all the glamour of old Vegas, with backlit onyx, tinted glass, and thousands of Swarovski crystals reminiscent of classics like the Desert Inn. But it also feels really contemporary and natural: Since it backs up against the stunning Red Rock Conservation Area, its rooms and public areas are very much in keeping with the colors of the desert—natural hues and dark woods with pops of color. Ever evolving, this hotel that’s beloved by both locals and an increasing number of drive-in travelers has opened high-end restaurant after restaurant recently (Marc Vetri’s Osteria Fiorella, Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill, a new outpost of the city’s legendary Lotus of Siam, and the stunning Naxos Taverna). And those who associate locals’ casinos with old-timers playing bingo should check out the new High Limit Room, a 9,000-square-foot salon of table games attended by dedicated butler service.
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