Millions of tourists visit Las Vegas yearly to try their luck at the city’s many glittering casinos. There are a lot of possibilities, so picking the best casinos isn’t easy. According to Celine Mahdavi, a travel expert for Fora, the most excellent casinos don’t just have a large selection of slot machines and table games; they also go the extra mile to make their customers feel like VIPs. “They should be greeted immediately once they are seated at a table or machine,” she explains as an example.
“Friendly and attentive service is paramount,” Addie Bell told Travel + Leisure, echoing the comments of SmartFlyer’s independent affiliate Jetset & Travel’s founder and CEO. Picking a gambling establishment “that instils comfort and confidence during your gaming experience” is equally crucial.
Wynn Las Vegas
Mahdavi gives the Wynn Las Vegas casino, which is around 110,000 square feet, many good reviews. According to her, the casino offers many amenities, including high-limit salons and more than 1,800 slot machines.
“Guests can enjoy a state-of-the-art race and sportsbook as well as poolside gaming,” the statement further says. Stunning artwork and floral arrangements provide an opulent atmosphere perfect for high-class gaming. This famous hotel, which has been voted best by readers of T+L, has a casino, first-rate nightlife, designer stores, a variety of gourmet restaurants (including the first American Chinese restaurant to receive a Michelin star, Wing Lei), and over 2,700 rooms and suites.
Encore Las Vegas
Encore Las Vegas is a 70,000-square-foot casino adjacent to the Wynn Las Vegas. With 860 slot machines and 95 table games, this exquisite venue is sure to please. For high rollers, Sin City’s Sky Casino is the place to go for breathtaking cityscape views, but you’ll need at least $300,000 to place a wager there. This massive resort, which has won the World’s Best Award multiple times, features over 2,000 rooms and suites, with an average size of over 700 square feet. According to Bell, Tower Suites are the pinnacle of luxury accommodations because they feature “private entrances and dedicated concierges who deliver exceptional experiences.”
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Stefanie Van Aken, a local Las Vegan and an affiliate of Montecito Village Travel’s RSMLVTravel loves the 100,000-square-foot casino at this posh hotel, which has floor-to-ceiling glass walls and picture-perfect views of the Strip. According to her, the atmosphere is “always good and exciting.” She mentions the ability to “feel like you are a part of the action” as you go through the casino floor.
Over a thousand slot machines, including a VIP High Limit Slot Lounge, complement the traditional table games. The modern BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge is also notable, as it features a sports bar, enormous LED video walls, a plethora of televisions, and twenty or more poker machines. Make sure you stop by the multi-story Chandelier, a popular spot for people-watching, for a drink before you depart. Grab a bite to eat at one of the on-site restaurants before or after you hit the slots. The hotel has “a great dining program, with Zuma, STK, and the new La Petite Maison being the livelier of the group,” according to Van Aken.
Bellagio Las Vegas
According to Fora travel advisor Jane Henzerling, the Bellagio Las Vegas casino is “elegance personified.” She notes, “There’s usually a good range of table minimums, the craps table is almost always lively, and if you’re near the Petrossian Bar, you can hear strains of the wonderful piano music there.”
Meanwhile, Mahdavi says, “The casino has one of the most opulent baccarat areas that Las Vegas has to offer, and the Club Privé high-limit lounge offers guests a rich whiskey program and fine cigar selection for the ultimate experience.”
The World’s Best Award-winning property is also renowned for its entertainment — including “O” by Cirque du Soleil, which Van Aken describes as “the grand dame of shows in Vegas” — and restaurant offerings. “One of my favourite things to share with my clients is dinner at Picasso or Prime Steakhouse and then a glass of wine or dessert on the patio overlooking the fountain,” says the travel pro.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The opulent Fontainebleau Las Vegas near the northern end of the Strip reopened to the public in December following years of renovation. In contrast to the city’s numerous dimly lit spaces, this magnificent casino boasts 42-foot-high ceilings and abundant natural light throughout its massive 150,000 square feet.
There are 105 high-limit slot machines and video poker machines, table games, and a chic sportsbook (also known as The Tavern). The focal point is a gigantic chandelier made of 1,200 glass columns styled like bowties. The resort’s “impressive and interesting” collection of works, including specifically curated paintings and sculptures, is also guaranteed to impress, as Van Aken pointed out.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
The Venetian boasts one of Henzerling’s favourite casino bars. A circular wonder right in the middle of all the excitement, with fantastic video poker machines and the friendliest bartenders on the Strip, according to Henzerling. However, there is more: A sportsbook, 225 table games, and a poker room.
A high-limits gaming lounge (across 15,000 square feet), and the entire casino (spanning over 200,000 square feet) are all located within the premises. Even though you might want to spend most of your time in the casino, you shouldn’t miss out on the resort’s other features. Such as the three large pool decks, forty or more restaurants, and eight unique nightlife venues. And the thirteen thousand square foot Canyon Ranch spa, where you can get everything from reiki to candle massages.
Ellis Island
Henzerling recommends Ellis Island, a casino, hotel, and brewery, for those looking for an off-strip spot with affordable tables. Just a block from the glittering Strip, this family-owned watering hole has been serving residents since 1968 with its small, old-school atmosphere that makes it feel like a world away. It’s one of the few casinos that locals patronize. An amusing situation unfolds at the $5 blackjack tables every time. And the 24-hour cafe offers scrumptious breakfasts all day, according to Henzerling. Choose from 250 slot machines or test your luck at the tables with games like craps, roulette, or blackjack.
Durango Casino & Resort
Durango Casino & Resort debuted in December 2023, approximately ten miles from the Strip. Over 2,300 slot machines and 60+ table games fill 83,000 square feet of gaming space at the $750 million complex. Which also has a racebook and sportsbook. Eat Your Heart Out, a 25,000-square-foot food and drink hall in Durango, is home to a branch of the famous Prince Street Pizza in New York City. In addition to the eleven restaurants and seven bars. This hotel also features 209 modern rooms and suites, perfect for a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the casino.
Aria Resort & Casino
This World’s Best Award-winning resort’s 150,000-square-foot casino has a 24-table poker area and almost 2,000 slot machines. And many table games like Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em, baccarat, and roulette. Drink cocktails while you play at the High Limit Lounge, where the stakes are high.
In the afternoon, unwind at the 80,000-square-foot spa, and relax by the glittering pools. Or treat yourself to a celebration dinner at one of the many trendy restaurants, such as Carbone or Catch, if you’re looking for the pinnacle of luxury, book one of the Sky Suites. These suites come with exceptional amenities including a private pool and lounge as well as a personal concierge.
Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace’s 124,000-square-foot casino features 185 table games, 1,324 slot machines, a sportsbook, and a 4,500-square-foot poker area. The property as a whole showcases breathtaking Roman-inspired design elements.
Such as a 15-foot-tall statue of Augustus Caesar at the front entry and a domed ceiling with a crystal chandelier that will leave you in awe. In addition to over 3,500 rooms and suites. The resort boasts a vast Colosseum theatre and dozens of shops. A spa that is 50,000 square feet and features three Roman baths. Ten bars and lounges, twenty-two restaurants, seven pools, and more.
