One of the most difficult decisions for you to make when traveling to Las Vegas is... which Las Vegas Hotel are you going to stay at? There are so many wonderful hotels, it can be a difficult decision.
The Las Vegas hotels along the Vegas Strip are what most people envision when they plan a trip to Las Vegas. The hotels along the strip are known as the Las Vegas "theme hotels". Most of the big Las Vegas hotels are based on some type of theme and each hotel provides special attractions and ammenities to entice Las Vegas visitors.
So what are the best Las Vegas hotels?
Well, that is definitely a matter of personal preference. We provide you an overview of some of the top Las Vegas hotels located on the Strip and what makes them special.
We also provide you a complete list of the Las Vegas Strip Hotels, the number of hotel rooms they offer, and the primary shows at the hotels.
The Venetian Hotel and Casino is one of the top Las Vegas hotels, especially if you love fine dining (they have over 15 restaurants). If price is a consideration for you, the Venetian is a bit on the high side,but well worth the money. The hotel rooms and suites are large and gorgeous. There are so many attractions in the Venetian Hotel, once there, you won't ever need to go elsewhere. Be sure to experience the gondola ride along the canals, and check out the exclusive shopping at the Grand Canal Shoppes.
Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino is a wonderful, classy and very comfortable hotel. If you are attracted to the pools, then head to the Beach at Mandalay Bay. You can float on an inner tube along the lazy river, or for if you are more adventurous, spend some time in the wave pool. Be sure to check out the Shark Reef and aquarium. The Red Square is the perfect place for a Chocolate Martini. You won't be disappointed staying at Mandalay Bay, it is truly one of the top hotels in Las Vegas.
Bellagio Hotel and Casino is defintely about class and quality. The Bellagio is famous for the water fountain show set to music in front of the hotel. The first thing you notice when you walk into the lobby is the Glass Sculpture, Fiori di Como, by Dale Chihuly. The Bellagio is known for high stakes poker, high end shopping, and the beautiful and well manicured botanical gardens. The variety of tropical orchids growing among the streams and waterfalls is truly amazing.
Wynn Las Vegas Resort and Casino is truly a luxury hotel that is very classy. The rooms are nice and large, starting around 600 sq. feet in size. There are over 20 different restaurants in the Wynn Resort. The signature show at Wynn Las Vegas is Le Reve. Created by Franco Dragone, Le Reve takes place in the aquatic in-the-round dome theater. Le Reve is all about imperfect dreams and fantasies that we all have.
Las Vegas Hotel Themes, Number of Rooms, and Shows
Aria Resort & Casino is one of the newest hotels in Las Vegas, has 4004 hotel rooms, and Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil is the main show.
Bally's Las Vegas follows a Cosmopolitan Las Vegas theme, provides 2814 rooms, and Jubilee! is the primary show.
Bellagio Hotel & Casino has an Italian theme, provides 3933 hotel rooms, and the main show is Cirque O.
Caesars Palace follows the Roman theme, has 3349 hotel rooms and the main show features Cher.
Circus Circus Las Vegas follows the Circus theme, has 3774 hotel rooms, and the main show is Circus.
Excalibur Hotel and Casino follows a Medieval theme, has 4008 hotel rooms, and the primary show is Tournament of Kings.
Flamingo Las Vegas has a South Beach theme, 3626 hotel rooms, and various shows.
Harrah's Las Vegas provides the Carnival theme, has 2677 hotel rooms, and Rita Rudner is the main show.
Imperial Palace Hotel & Casino has an Asian theme and Legends in Concert is the main show.
Luxor Hotel is an Ancient Egypt theme, has 4407 hotel rooms within the shiny black pyramid, and the primary show is Carrot Top.
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino follows a Southeast Asia theme, has 3309 hotel rooms and the primary show is Disney's The Lion King.
MGM Grand Las Vegas presents a Hollywood theme, is one of largest hotels with 6852 hotel rooms, and the primary show is Cirque KA.
Monte Carlo Resort & Casino follows a Monte Carlo theme, provides 3002 hotel rooms, and features Magician Lance Burton as their main show.
New York-New York Hotel & Casino represents the City of New York, has 2024 hotel rooms, and Cirque Zumanity is the main show.
Paris Las Vegas provides a Paris theme with a replica of the Eiffel Tower, has 2915 hotel rooms, and Barry Manilow is the featured show.
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has a Hollywood theme, 2600 hotel rooms, and Stomp Out Loud is the main show.
Riviera Hotel & Casino has a Modern theme, 2100 hotel rooms, and the primary show is Crazy Girls.
Sahara Hotel & Casino follows a Morrocan theme, has 1720 hotel rooms and Amazing Johnathan is the primary show.
Stratosphere Las Vegas boasts the Thrill Ride theme, has 2444 hotel rooms, and features the show Superstars.
The Mirage has a Polyenesian theme, 3044 hotel rooms, and Cirque LOVE is the main show.
The Palazzo follows a European theme, has 3068 hotel rooms, and Jersey Boys is the main show.
The Venetian is a Venice theme, has 7128 hotel rooms, and Blue Man Group, Jersey Boys, and Phantom of The Opera are the main shows.
Treasure Island Hotel & Casino features a Carribean theme, complete with pirates, 2885 hotel rooms, and Cirque Mystere is the main show.
Tropicana Resort and Casino is one of the original Las Vegas hotels and has a tropical theme, 1878 hotel rooms and the main show varies.
Wynn Las Vegas has a theme of Life Imitating Art, 2716 hotel rooms, and Le Reve is the main show.