Article by: The Culture Trip
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With miles of hotels and tens of thousands of rooms, it can be hard to decide where to stay on the Strip.
There are over 65,000 hotel rooms on the Las Vegas Strip, ranging from basic budget accommodations to lavishly appointed villas. The right hotel can also depend on whether you seek a nonstop weekend hitting the clubs or a relaxing few days spent at the spa and pool. Either way, when you book a room in Las Vegas, be mindful of resort and parking fees, which can sometimes significantly raise the price of your room.
15. Stratosphere Las Vegas
Casino Hotel, Hotel
The Stratosphere is the tallest building in the city, frequently used as a kind of north star to those trying to navigate its streets. There are shops and a gaming floor on the bottom level, a restaurant and thrill rides on the top, and a bunch of hotel rooms in between. We recommend checking out the top-level bar and the lower-level comedy club. As for accommodations, the Stratosphere isn’t fancy, but it is reasonably priced and, as we pointed out, easy to find.
About this place:
Adventure, Family Friendly, City
14. Luxor Hotel & Casino
Resort, Casino Hotel
The Luxor is known for its Sphinx and its light beam, which is visible up to 300 miles (483 kilometers) away. It’s also presently known for its massive esports facility, with gaming stations, a video wall, and food by José Andrés. The Luxor has been undergoing a renovation, but its Egyptian theme lingers in hieroglyphic-patterned artwork and furniture in the rooms.
About this place:
Shopping, Casual, City
13. Flamingo Las Vegas
Hotel
The Flamingo was one of the first Las Vegas Strip casinos, opened by mobster Bugsy Siegel in 1947. However, nothing of the original building—or the one that appeared in Viva Las Vegas—remains today. Still, the Flamingo’s central location and sprawling pool complex draw guests, and its proximity to The Linq promenade multiplies food and entertainment options.
About this place:
LGBTQ-Welcoming, Casual
12. Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Casino Hotel
Bally’s Hotel & Casino boasts a spa, tennis courts, convention space and a monorail stop. Rooms are basic, but comfortable, a good option for those who’d rather spend their money on other things. The old-school baller Sterling Brunch happens on Sundays, while edgy entertainment options like the Miss Behave game show and the outrageous Queens & Cocktails drag show bring the nightlife.
About this place:
Family Friendly, City
11. The Linq Hotel & Casino
Hotel
Located in the shadow of the High Roller®, the Linq Hotel & Casino offers reasonably priced rooms with Vegas-themed art and mini-fridges. There is plenty of dining, drinking, and nightlife to be found in the adjacent promenade. In-house, you’ll find the Divas Las Vegas drag show, the TAG Sports Bar, and casual eateries along the lines of Hash House A Go Go and the lord of donkey sauce, Guy Fieri.
About this place:
City, Budget, Casual
10. SLS
Boutique Hotel, Casino Hotel, Hotel
The SLS was once the storied Sahara casino, where Marlene Dietrich sang in the Conga Room and Louis & Keely frolicked in the lounge. Today, the mid-mod/Middle Eastern motif has been replaced with a sleeker style—even more so in the part of the hotel that has been turned into Las Vegas’ W. The SLS is also home to José Andrés’ Bazaar Meat and a Strip-side Umami Burger.
About this place:
Arty, Stylish
9. Paris Las Vegas
Casino Hotel, Business Hotel, Hotel
Located in the center of the Las Vegas Strip, Paris Las Vegas offers gaming, dining, nightlife and, of course, the neon balloon and the half-scale replicas of the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. The interior is an Epcot Center-style rendition of the streets of Paris; rooms are decorated in traditional French style. Check out the people- and fountain-watching at Mon Ami Gabi restaurant, or catch Vegas legend Cook E. Jarr at Napoleon’s Piano Bar.
About this place:
Stylish
8. MGM Grand Hotel & Casino
Boutique Hotel, Casino Hotel
The MGM Grand is the largest hotel in Las Vegas with over 5,000 rooms. There’s also plenty of space for shops, bars, nightclubs, over a dozen restaurants, three theaters and an arena—did we mention the VR arcade, the CSI attraction and the TopGolf facility? Among the many restaurants are offerings from Masaharu Morimoto, Joel Robuchon, Tom Colicchio and Wolfgang Puck.
About this place:
Business, City, LGBTQ-Welcoming, Golf
7. The Cromwell
Boutique Hotel, Casino Hotel
The Cromwell offers the Vegas requirements of a casino floor, cocktail lounge and celebrity chef on a smaller scale. Giada De Laurentiis’ Giada restaurant serves dinner every night and brunch on weekends, while Drai’s offers dayclub and nightlife options. The elegant bar, Bound, fulfills your cocktail needs. Rooms have vintage touches like reclaimed trunk tables and velvet wallpaper, along with Vegas flair such as mirrors surrounded by lights à la showgirl.
About this place:
Boutique, Stylish, Design
6. Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
Casino Hotel, Hotel
The Mandalay Bay takes its tropical theme seriously, with an 11-acre man-made beach and pool, as well as the Shark Reef Aquarium. The Mandalay Bay’s massive convention center and arena host large-scale events, while the House of Blues brings in smaller shows as well as a residency by Carlos Santana. An array of bars and restaurants plus a shopping arcade also offer guests a variety of options.
About this place:
Beach, Relaxed
5. The Venetian
Casino Hotel, Hotel
The Venetian hotel is adjacent to the Palazzo, and the hotels share the Grand Canal shops and restaurants, as well as the Canyon Ranch Spa. The Venetian has more suite options than the Palazzo, but the Palazzo has a larger pool area. Restaurant options at the Venetian include Yardbird, Chica and Thomas Keller’s Bouchon. Rooms are well-appointed, with velvet drapes and wrought-iron railings.
About this place:
Business, City
4. Caesars Palace
Casino Hotel, Hotel
Caesars Palace remains the definitive kitschy Vegas resort—in the best possible way. The crystal casino is still ’60s chic, and Cleopatra’s Barge lounge is ’70s swank. The Forum Shops still look like a row of tiny temples to ’80s-style conspicuous consumption. Restaurants include Guy Savoy and Nobu, as well as NYC imports Rao’s and Old Homestead. Rooms range from basic kings to luxury villas, all done in sleek style.
About this place:
Fine Dining, Design
3. Bellagio Hotel & Casino
Resort, Casino Hotel, Hotel
The Bellagio is best known for its music-synchronized fountains, but there are other attractions. In the conservatory and botanical gardens, extravagant floral designs are displayed, containing tens of thousands of blossoms, and the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art has hosted exhibits on everything from Andy Warhol’s art to Samurai armor and weapons. There are also abundant fine-dining options such as Yellowfin, Prime, and Le Cirque.
About this place:
Fine Dining, Romantic
2. Wynn Las Vegas
Casino Hotel, Golf Hotel, Hotel
With its golf course, lake, and plant-filled atrium, the Wynn Las Vegas defies the usual Las Vegas casino edict of blocking out the outside world. The scarlet-toned gaming floor is eccentrically yet elegantly designed, and several bars provide views of the “Lake of Dreams.” Wynn has a number of big-name DJs at its nightclubs, and every bar offers quality mixology.
1. The Cosmopolitan
Casino Hotel, Hotel
The Cosmopolitan’s stylish setting is enhanced by video art, Swarovski chandeliers and a relaxed, hip vibe. The Boulevard Pool offers Blade Runner-esque views of the Strip and converts into both a concert venue and movie theater. Restaurants range from shakes n’ burgers at Holsteins to the amazing paella at Jaleo—and don’t miss the three-story, crystal-encased Chandelier bar. Rooms are sleek and spacious, many with balconies and/or views.
About this place:
Arty, Unusual, Stylish
