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Las Vegas hotels offer more than just a place to stay. Whether you prefer classic resorts like the Bellagio or trendy spots like the Cosmopolitan, our guide to the best places to stay in Las Vegas will help you make the right choice.

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Casino Hotel, Hotel

Expansive outdoor pool area with purple lounge chairs, daybeds and cabanas with skyline views at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
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Decadent, sexy and just a little bit different, the Cosmopolitan embodies its long-time tagline: “Just the right amount of wrong.” Located near CityCenter, this trendy hotel is definitely one of the coolest places to stay in Las Vegas. From suites with wrap-around terraces overlooking the Fountains of Bellagio to vintage cigarette machines that dispense art and a cocktail lounge inside a chandelier, the Cosmopolitan is designed to surprise. The rooftop pool, which is home to dive-in outdoor movie nights in the summer and ice skating during the winter, is a must-see.

Caesars Palace Las Vegas, Hotel and Casino

Casino Hotel, Hotel

Nighttime view of the multiple fountains in front of the entrance to Caesars Palace Las Vegas, with replica of Winged Victory at front
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Caesars Palace is practically synonymous with Las Vegas. The sprawling Strip hotel evokes classic Vegas vibes, with its luxurious Garden of the Gods pool complex and expansive casino. The establishment is also a haven for foodies, as it hosts a roster of popular restaurants and bars owned by the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay and Lisa Vanderpump. Caesars is worth visiting for the Bacchanal Buffet alone, which features a seemingly endless selection of upscale items and serves 275 people per hour.

Bellagio Hotel and Casino

Resort, Casino Hotel, Hotel

Outdoor pool with large fountain in center, surrounded by plush lounge chairs at Bellagio Hotel and Casino
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Also considered a Las Vegas classic, the Bellagio is an ideal choice for travelers who love art and culture. It is home to the famous Fountains of Bellagio, which put on a show every half hour during the afternoon and every 15 minutes from 8pm (7pm on weekends) until midnight. Here, you’ll also find a Mediterranean-inspired pool, the aquatic-themed O by Cirque du Soleil, the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art and the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Garden, whose display changes with the seasons. While staying here, make an effort to book a fountain-side table at LAGO by Julian Serrano, Spago or Jasmine.

Palms Place Hotel and Spa at the Palms Las Vegas

Boutique Hotel

Outdoor pool area with stone deck, blue mosaic tile pillars, palms and white lounge chairs at Palms Place Hotel and Spa, Las Vegas
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The Palms had a major moment in the early aughts (the first Las Vegas season of MTV’s The Real World filmed here), and, over a decade later, it’s having a bit of a renaissance thanks to a $620 million (£483 million) renovation. The property is home to a ton of Damien Hirst art, including a 60ft-tall (18m) headless demon sculpture that towers above the resort’s pool. The hotel also impresses with award-winning restaurants, such as Scotch 80 Prime, Vetri Cucina and Greene Street Kitchen, a speakeasy-style spot with Banksy artwork inside. If you can swing it, book a room with a private infinity pool.

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Casino Hotel, Hotel

The outdoor canals, gondola and replicas of Venetian landmarks like the Doges Palace at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas
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If you can’t make it to Italy, the Venetian is the next best thing. This lavish casino resort (on the north end of the Strip) and its sister property, the Palazzo, greet you with marble columns, hand-painted frescoes on the ceiling and canals, where gondoliers sing. Spend some time marveling at the architecture, and indulge in enormous meatballs at LAVO Italian Restaurant. Then, dance the night (or day) away at TAO Nightclub or TAO Beach. Don’t miss the upscale cocktail bar Rosina, which is known for its champagne call button.

Wynn Las Vegas

Resort, Casino Hotel, Golf Hotel, Hotel

Lush gardens with waterfall and lagoon in front of the twin curved copper-hued buildings of the Encore and Wynn Las Vegas
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Wynn Las Vegas and its sister property, Encore, beckon luxury travelers with a signature curved design that holds a plethora of dining, nightlife and entertainment options. Book a room with unparalleled Strip views, and head to Encore Beach Club for one of the wildest pool parties in Sin City. If you’re looking for a show, Le Rêve is a mesmerizing, water-centric performance that rivals Cirque du Soleil. The Wynn is also home to upscale shopping and fine-dining restaurants.

MGM Grand Hotel and Casino

Boutique Hotel, Casino Hotel

Lazy river cuts through outdoor deck dotted with palm trees, brown lounge chairs and orange daybeds at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas
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If you’re the go-big-or-go-home type, the MGM Grand might be your perfect place to stay in Las Vegas. Located on the southern end of the Strip, this hotel is like its own city, complete with thousands of rooms. Step inside the emerald-colored building, and you’ll find the largest nightclub in the US, Hakkasan, rooftop golfing at Topgolf, restaurants from Masaharu Morimoto, Michael Mina and Jöel Robuchon, plus a 6.5-acre (3ha) pool complex with a lazy river and cabana rentals. For the ultimate high roller, MGM Grand’s the Mansion is an invite-only hotel-within-a-hotel experience that comprises 29 villas that range from 2,400 to 12,000sqft (223 to 1,115sqm).

Park MGM Las Vegas

Resort, Casino Hotel, Hotel, Luxury

Aerial view of the three-pronged white and green high-rise of the Park MGM in Las Vegas, with other Strip hotels behind it
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The former site of the Monte Carlo got a huge makeover and became the Park MGM. This south Strip hotel is home to the Park Theater, a 5,200-seat space, where you can catch Lady Gaga, Aerosmith, Cher, Janet Jackson, Bruno Mars and other big names. The hotel’s intimate nightclub On the Record is another great spot for entertainment. Food enthusiasts will enjoy Park MGM’s restaurant collection, which includes Italian marketplace Eataly, Roy Choi’s Korean barbecue joint Best Friend and the whimsical, French-inspired Primrose.

Flamingo Las Vegas – Hotel and Casino

Hotel

The lush outdoor pool area, with a rock grotto, waterfalls and palm trees embedded throughout the pool at Flamingo Las Vegas
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True to its name, this pink-hued hotel in the center of the Strip is home to an actual flock of Chilean flamingos. The free Flamingo Wildlife Habitat is one highlight, but there are plenty of other things to love about this freshly renovated resort that remains one of the cheap places to stay in Las Vegas. The waterfall- and palm-studded GO Pool Dayclub has become a summertime party spot in recent years, and the resort’s easy proximity to the restaurant and shops at the LINQ Promenade is also a notable feature. The Flamingo also has the distinction of being the oldest operating hotel on the Strip, making it an excellent option for those who love Las Vegas history.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas

Luxury

Luxury bar with high ceilings, dragon-embroidered carpet, designer chandeliers and dramatic city views at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
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The former Mandarin Oriental has smoothly transitioned into the equally luxurious Waldorf Astoria. This sleek, elegant CityCenter hotel is perfect for Las Vegas travelers who prefer chilled martinis to foot-long margaritas and relaxing spa treatments to pulsing nightclubs. Treat yourself to a sky-high room with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer sweeping views of the city, and wake up for afternoon tea service on the 23rd floor Tea Lounge. Head to the 27,000sqft (2,508sqm) spa, and enjoy a massage in one of the 16 treatment rooms with glimpses of the neon lights below. Afterward, savor dinner at the acclaimed Twist by Pierre Gagnaire.

LINQ Las Vegas

Resort, Hotel

Outdoor pool with in-pool oval daybeds surrounded by square daybeds and the colorful hotel building at the LINQ Hotel, Las Vegas
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LINQ is more than just a hotel. It’s an experience with all the trimmings. Pool parties, a zip line, magic shows, a Ferris wheel, a bowling alley, comedy gigs and rock-and-roll concerts are all part of the stay at the LINQ. That’s not even mentioning the restaurants, established by famous chefs Gordon Ramsay and Guy Fieri. Then, as with most places in Las Vegas, it provides its fair share of jackpots and interactive games. The sleek bedrooms are modern and tidy, and there’s a pool and spa within the complex as well.

Still haven’t found what you’re looking for? Then, check out our lists of budget stays, luxury rooms and romantic hotels in Sin City, or book into one of the top hotels on the Strip. If you’re here for a short trip, we’ve got you covered with our guide on how to spend a weekend in Las Vegas. If you’re staying a bit longer, we recommend day trips from the city to explore the surrounding areas. After all that exploring, treat your tastebuds to some delicious food at a fine-dining restaurant.

Additional reporting by Molly Codyre.

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