Las Vegas’ notable hotels go well beyond casinos and shopping, with notable restaurants and entertainment, spas, and nightlife all part of the experience. Whether you’re planning a couples getaway, a family trip or a work conference, we’ve selected the city’s standout properties for a range of travelers.
Our top recommendation is the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, with its refined accommodations and rare non-gaming atmosphere. If you’re traveling as a couple, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas makes it easy to balance downtime in a private terrace suite with dinner and entertainment downstairs, while the Bellagio’s Mediterranean-inspired five-pool complex is great for families and groups. Below, we’ve curated the best hotels in Las Vegas.
Best High-End Hotel In Las Vegas: Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is one of the few casino-free luxury hotels in the city.
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Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas
Who Will Love It: Luxury seekers and wellness fans
All-Star Amenities: Dedicated adults-only pool; two-story spa with heated relaxation chairs; en-suite soaking tubs with Strip views
What Not To Miss: Afternoon tea at Peacock Alley with Waldorf salad finger sandwiches and Champagne
Location: Central Strip
After undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation in 2025, the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas features fully refreshed rooms and suites, as well as a relocated ground-floor lobby with crystal chandeliers and rich navy-and-gold accents. Another addition is Peacock Alley, a tea parlor and lounge, inspired by the historic Waldorf Astoria New York, where you can enjoy afternoon tea or an evening cocktail overlooking the Strip. At the 27,000-square-foot spa, a dedicated spa concierge can help arrange treatments and guide you through the invigorating hydrotherapy spa circuit. The Waldorf is one of the few non-gaming (and non-smoking) destinations in Las Vegas, which makes it a quieter escape. “It’s tucked away and feels like a boutique hotel,” says Aleza Freeman, Las Vegas native and journalist. Still, everything from designer shops to buzzy restaurants—like the Spanish seafood hotspot Bazaar Mar from chef José Andrés—is within easy walking distance.
Best Hotel Pool In Las Vegas: Bellagio Resort & Casino
The Bellagio pool deck has two resort pools, two lap pools and an adults-only pool.
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Bellagio Resort & Casino
Who Will Love It: Families with older kids; friends and multigenerational groups
All-Star Amenities: Complimentary poolside yoga; fountain-view dining; VIP lounge with private check-in and personal concierge
What Not To Miss: A sweet treat at Cafe Gelato; Sadelle’s bagel tower with three tiers of house-cured salmon for breakfast
Location: Central Strip
The Bellagio resort does nothing on a small scale, from Dale Chihuly’s 2,000-square-foot “Fiori di Como” glass-blown installation in the lobby to the famed choreographed water fountain show that guests can watch daily. The resort’s newly refreshed Mediterranean-style pool courtyard is similarly grand, sitting at the center of the property and surrounded by perfectly manicured topiaries, umbrella-shaded lounge chairs and tent-top cabanas where you can relax all day. For swimming, choose from multiple resort pools and lap pools, or reserve a spot at the secluded, adults-only Cypress Pool set inside a private garden. The hotel’s casino is laid out so it leads to the resort’s restaurants, including Chef Michael Mina’s flagship seafood restaurant, which often features unique tasting menus designed around seasonal ingredients.
Best Hotel For Couples In Las Vegas: The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas
The first level of the Chandelier cocktail bar is open 24 hours a day.
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The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas
Who Will Love It: Couples and honeymooners
All-Star Amenities: Private terraces; full-service spa with Turkish hamman; poolside treatments and massages
What Not To Miss: The Verbena cocktail at The Chandelier; a private yoga class; Art-O-Mat vending machines that dispense tiny artworks
Location: Central Strip
The Cosmopolitan is ideal for couples who want to enjoy the city—and not worry about planning an itinerary. “Everything is here, so you can be spontaneous,” says Freeman. Spacious 720-square-foot one-bedroom suites feature oversized private balconies, separate living and sleeping areas and deep Japanese soaking tubs. For celebratory drinks, head to The Chandelier, a three-level cocktail bar with a glittering ceiling accented with millions of suspended crystals, or find the hidden speakeasy Beauty and Essex, accessible through a fake pawn-shop-inspired entrance. The 43,000 square-foot Sahra Spa on the eighth floor provides a tranquil escape with its Turkish-style hammam and yoga room for private classes. A few levels down, the Boulevard Pool on the fourth-floor deck gives stunning evening views of the Strip, including the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas.
Best Hotel For Business Travelers In Las Vegas: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
Suites at The Venetian have sunken living rooms, separate dining areas and some have views of the Sphere, depending on your floor.
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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
Who Will Love It: Business travelers; families; friend groups
All-Star Amenities: 160 Grand Canal Shoppes; in-suite custom floral displays; Aquavana thermal spa
What Not To Miss: The private omakase experience at Wakuda; singing gondoliers
Location: North Central Strip
With its all-suite accommodations and central location that provides easy, direct access to the Venetian Expo convention hall, The Venetian Resort makes balancing work and downtime effortless. Suites start at a roomy 650 square feet and feature separate living areas with dedicated workspaces, ideal for catching up on emails and taking calls or informal meetings. The Prestige Club level rooms come with extra perks, including a dedicated concierge, private check-in plus complimentary breakfast, and small bites and evening cocktails in the lounge. After a day of events and presentations, take a dip in the secluded South Tower pool, which stays open late along with poolside French bistro Bouchon. Or break a sweat in one of the three gyms at Canyon Ranch Spa and Fitness, which also has a 40-foot rock-climbing wall.
Best Hotel For Spa And Wellness In Las Vegas: Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The Stargazing Room at the Fontainebleau spa is part of the four-hour Celestial Waters experience.
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Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Who Will Love It: Wellness seekers; spa and fitness enthusiasts
All-Star Amenities: Private cabanas at the adults-only pool with dedicated servers; Fleur De Lis suites with butler service
What Not To Miss: The formerly off-menu lobster mac ‘n cheese at Don’s Prime; Muhammad Ali’s boxing gloves in the Hall of Excellence; al fresco poolside movie screenings
Location: North Strip
Anchored by the 55,000-square-foot Lapis Spa & Wellness, The Fontainebleau Las Vegas is the go-to wellness destination in the city. Plan to spend a few hours navigating through the restorative Celestial Waters thermal circuit, featuring hot and cold plunge pools, an infrared sauna, Himalayan salt room, and immersive hydrotherapies. Self-care enthusiasts can also take part in Aufguss, a 15-minute sauna ritual that incorporates essential oil-infused ice and sound healing. Wellness extends beyond the spa too, with the six-acre Oasis pool deck and on-call personal trainers at the gym who will customize a complete routine of lunges, squats, burpees and more. Back in your room, floor-to-ceiling windows frame mountain, pool or Strip views, while upgrading to a suite adds more space to unwind complete with oversized showers or deep soaking tubs.
Best Hotel For Nightlife In Las Vegas: Encore At The Wynn
The Sinatra restaurant at Encore is home to the late star’s Oscar statue for “From Here To Eternity” and other memorabilia.
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Encore At The Wynn
Who Will Love It: Friend groups; couples or travelers celebrating an anniversary or special occasion
All-Star Amenities: Private casino floor; Sinatra restaurant with the star’s Oscar statue; Italian marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs
What Not To Miss: Late nights at the five-table Little Bubble Bar; the Bohemian Chic mocktail at Casa Playa, made with tongue-tingling “Electricdust” powder
Location: North Strip
Vegas has no shortage of nightlife but the Encore, the sister resort to Wynn Las Vegas, carves out its own scene with a dedicated casino floor, nightclub and day club—all of which have a more intimate vibe, according to Freeman. At The Beach Club, you can sip cocktails by the three-tiered pool with DJ-fueled dance parties until 6:00 p.m., while night owls will enjoy the evening pool parties three times a week until 4:00 a.m. Or head to Eastside Lounge for dueling piano sessions—requests are taken from the crowd into the wee hours. As an added perk, guests have access to the Wynn amenities, including live shows, casinos and bars, which are easily reached via a connected walkway. When it comes to dining, Freeman recommends booking at least one dinner at Encore’s Sinatra, which serves the star’s personal recipe for spaghetti and clams, and another at the Delilah at Wynn, a sophisticated supper club where jazz singers and showgirls take the stage nightly.
Best Hotel For Families In Las Vegas: Four Seasons Las Vegas
Poolside service at the Four Seasons Las Vegas includes Evian facial spritzes, frozen fruit skewers and flavored popsicles.
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Four Seasons Las Vegas
Who Will Love It: Families with young children; multigenerational groups
All-Star Amenities: Luxury pool plus access to 11-acre water park; spa with co-ed zen lounge and couple’s treatment rooms; in-room fitness equipment and private personal training sessions
What Not To Miss: Buttercup mani-pedi for ages 12 and under; Shark Reef Aquarium, home to 2,000 sea creatures; Maine lobster pot pie at Bourbon Steak
Location: South Strip
Occupying the top floors of Mandalay Bay tower, the Four Seasons Las Vegas pairs the service the hotel is known for with a non-gaming (and non-smoking) atmosphere and plenty of family amenities. For parents traveling with babies and toddlers, the resort provides travel cribs, baby bathtubs, high chairs and complimentary diapers to help simplify packing. Coloring books, toys and a bedtime glass of milk (non-dairy options are available, too) are also available for younger kids. The concierge can also arrange babysitting and child-proofing services, such as providing outlet covers. The resort pool features family-sized cabanas and a children’s menu at the poolside cafe. Guests also have access to Mandalay Bay’s 11-acre water park with three pools, a lazy river, a separate wave pool and a freshly combed sandy beach.
How We Chose The Best Hotels In Las Vegas
The hotels on this list reflect in-depth evaluation and meticulous vetting by the editorial team. We selected the top contenders based on personal visits as well as extensive research and reporting.
- We prioritized hotels and resorts in Las Vegas that appeal to different types of travelers with options that range from the adult-focused The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to the family-friendly Four Seasons Las Vegas.
- We considered properties that cater to specific interests, including those known for top-notch wellness, nightlife and pools.
- All editors who worked on this story have firsthand experience in Las Vegas. We also consulted Las Vegas native and journalist Aleza Freeman, who has stayed at most of the hotels featured in this guide, for additional on-the-ground perspective.
Why Trust Forbes Vetted
The Forbes Vetted travel team has researched, written and published dozens of hotel guides featuring cities and destinations worldwide. Our expansive hotels and destination coverage includes the best hotels in Park City, the best hotels in Miami and the best summer vacation destinations in the U.S.
- Forbes Vetted senior travel editor Sunshine Flint, the author of this article, has traveled to more than 30 countries and has covered hotels and destinations for over two decades. She recently stayed at The Cosmopolitan.
- This article was edited and overseen by Forbes Vetted deputy editor Jane Sung, who leads the travel, beauty and fashion verticals. She has reported on travel gear and destinations for more than 15 years and has traveled to Las Vegas dozens of times, with visits to several of the hotels on this list.
Our Experts
- Aleza Freeman is a journalist and Las Vegas native. She has stayed in many of the hotels on the Strip, and provided key guidance and insights.
