I practically grew up in Vegas, living just 3 hours away and having family that lived there, so the strip and downtown are not new to me. These are some of the best places to stay both on the strip and downtown to get the BEST Vegas experience, wheth...
This is a beautiful luxury hotel with some of the best views of the strip!
Trump International Hotel
This is a newer luxury hotel, less than 2 years old, in the heart of the strip!
Fontainbleau
This hidden gem is right off the Vegas strip which is great if you want the action of the strip, but you don't want to stay there.
The Grandview Las Vegas
You get the Big Apple experience in the heart of Vegas! There's a lot going on at this hotel.
New York - New York Hotel & Casino
When most people think of staying in Vegas, they think of the Bellagio. This is a beautiful hotel with beautiful grounds - including the famous Bellagio fountain!
Bellagio
Caesars is an icon on the strip. I love walking through all the luxury shops in their mall. It's definitely an experience!
Caesars Palace
This luxury hotel is different in that it has residential-style suites instead of the typical hotel type rooms.
The Cosmopolitan
This iconic hotel houses a little rock n roll history… Elvis performed 837 consecutive sold out shows here, breaking all Las Vegas attendance records!
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
The MGM is a staple on the Las Vegas strip! This hotel has had a complete refresh and is a great place to stay right in the middle of all the action!
Park MGM Grand
This hotel is one of the most recognizable structures in Vegas with its 30-story pyramid right on the strip! The rooms are unique because of the structure.
Luxor Hotel & Casino
This luxury hotel offers more than just a stay, it's an immersive experience offering a venetian experience right in the heart of Vegas! It's very pretty!
The Venetian Resort
This family-friendly hotel offers more low key relaxation in the middle of the high-energy glitz of the strip. Great for families vacationing with kiddos.
The Berkley
A super luxurious 5-star luxury resort situated high above the Vegas strip!
Aria Sky Suites
Another great resort for families with kiddos, it's at the gateway to Red Rock Canyon, just 10 short miles from the Strip, so you get the best of both worlds!
Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa
The rooms here are a good size, especially if you have kids in tow. They have lots of good dining options and a pool!
Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
This is another luxury hotel on the strip that's a favorite for families with kiddos! Be sure to attend the Tournament of Kings show. THe kids will love it!
Excalibur Hotel & Casino
The Hilton is always a solid choice - especially for families!
Hilton Grand
This rustic-luxe hotel is a great option if you want to be near the strip, but not on it. It features a newly renovated lodge experience with a boutique hotel experience!
Silverton Casino Lodge
This is an iconic luxury hotel in the middle of downtown that puts you in the middle of the Fremont Street Experience.
Golden Nugget
This crazy resort is right in the heart of Fremont St in downtown Vegas. It has a 6-tiered swimming pool!
Circa Resort & Casino
This is a great resource to use when planning a trip to Vegas. Knowing what's going on each season will help you figure out how crowded it may be when you plan to visit.
Things to Do & Events in Las Vegas During Every Season
