Las Vegas, the city in Western America that never sleeps, is renowned for its stunning architecture, lavish entertainment, massive casinos, and luxurious hotels under thousands of sparkling lights.

This city in the state of Nevada is particularly famous for its massive casinos and theme hotels along the so-called “Strip” of Las Vegas. This refers to a section of the long street “Las Vegas Boulevard,” where these hotels are located side by side. Each hotel is enormous and offers plenty of entertainment, such as large casinos and performances by world-renowned artists like pop stars, magicians, comedians, and DJs. Las Vegas is situated in the middle of the desert, and you can feel it. Fortunately, most activities happen in the evening and inside air-conditioned hotels.

Staying in a Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip

Definitely stay in one of the themed hotels on the Strip. The rooms are not expensive since Las Vegas makes its money from the casinos. There are even times when you can stay for free in the famous hotels of Las Vegas! Stay for about three nights in Las Vegas so you have enough time to explore this city.

Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino

This hotel is located in the middle of the famous Strip, less than 5 kilometers from the airport. The hotel offers a pool, spa, and two casinos with 1600 slot machines. We found the casino to be huge, and it’s not even the largest in Las Vegas. There are various restaurants and activities such as stand-up comedy. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The hotel is rated a solid 7, and the location a 9! You can stay here in a double room for as low as €77 per night. The location is ideal; from the middle of the Strip, you can walk to various attractions in the evening. You’re right in the thick of things!

Prefer not to stay on the Strip? Choose the Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino

The Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino is located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas, 15 kilometers from the airport, 5 kilometers from the Strip, and 400 meters from the famous Fremont Street. After the Strip, this is the most famous street in Las Vegas and the street where Las Vegas originally began. The hotel offers a casino, dining options, and a pool. The hotel scores an 8, and you pay €86 for a night during the high season.

Note: Almost every hotel on the Strip in Las Vegas charges a resort fee upon check-in or check-out. This is an additional charge per room that is not included in the room price and can amount to dozens of dollars per night. Always check how much the resort fee is before booking a room to calculate your final price. The resort fee is purely a way for hotels to easily generate additional income. In return for paying this fee, you can use certain services offered by the hotel, such as Wi-Fi or the room phone. Some hotels offer a discount if you can prove with a casino card that you’ve gambled a significant amount.

The Best Attractions in the Unique Hotels of Fabulous Las Vegas

The enormous hotels in Las Vegas are essentially the main attractions. Most hotels have a specific theme and almost all of them offer something unique. Below, we’ve outlined the highlights and best tips on the Las Vegas Strip for unforgettable days in Fabulous Las Vegas!

A Roller Coaster in Hotel New York

This hotel has recreated a piece of New York, including a 45-meter-high replica of the Statue of Liberty. Additionally, there’s a spectacular roller coaster in the lobby with 180-degree turns. They offer 11 restaurants and live entertainment such as the Zumanity™ show by Cirque du Soleil. This show combines acrobatics with burlesque.

A Magical Fountain Show in Front of the Bellagio Hotel

When you’re in Las Vegas, you can’t miss the large fountains in front of the Bellagio hotel. The show starts every half hour during the day from 3:00 PM and every quarter hour in the evening from 8:00 PM to midnight. The water shoots up to 140 meters high! It’s one of the most beautiful water spectacles in the world. The Bellagio hotel has five beautiful pools, lush botanical gardens, and an art gallery. There are also several restaurants, including the chic Picasso restaurant, where you can dine outside with a view of the fountains. Cirque du Soleil also performs here, but with the “O™” show. The breathtaking performance takes place in, on, and above the water.

The Volcano Eruption at the Mirage Hotel

The pool at the Mirage might be the most special in Las Vegas. When you swim all the way to the end of the pool, you pass six waterfalls. Additionally, this hotel features a replica volcano that erupts, complete with smoke, fire, and music. The volcano eruption is best viewed right in front of the hotel, and the show takes place every evening on the hour. This hotel also offers a Cirque du Soleil show: The Beatles LOVE. This performance includes the Fab Four’s musical catalog, special effects, freestyle dancing, and aerial acrobatics.

Sharks at the Mandalay Bay Hotel

In this hotel, an underwater tunnel has been built around a giant aquarium. There are over 2000 animals to admire, including sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Tickets can be purchased for $30. In addition to the ‘Shark Reef,’ this hotel is known for its pool, which features a real sandy beach area. Beach cabanas can be rented by the pool. Another Cirque Du Soleil show can be enjoyed at this hotel: Michael Jackson ONE, with acrobatics, music, and dance.

Enjoy Free Circus Acts at Hotel Circus Circus

This hotel is located at the end of the Strip but is definitely worth a visit, especially if you’re traveling with children. It features an indoor amusement park with a roller coaster and free circus performances. You can choose to pay per attraction or buy a day pass. The pool features water slides and a playground. The ‘Carnival Midway’ is fun for both kids and adults, offering popular and classic games for all ages. A stay at this hotel is not too expensive for its location on the Strip!

World-Class Attractions at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower

This affordable hotel is known for its magical Stratosphere Tower, standing 350 meters high. The hotel offers several dining options, including the must-visit Top of the World restaurant, located 243 meters high in the Stratosphere Tower. This restaurant rotates 360 degrees. There is also a cocktail bar, ‘Level 107 Lounge,’ with reasonably priced cocktails and Happy Hours at various times of the day! Also worth visiting is the RADIUSº Rooftop Pool & Wet Lounge. This pool on the 25th floor is adults-only and offers a panoramic view of Las Vegas. In the evening, you can visit the well-known L.A. Comedy Club, featuring various American live comedians. Tickets start at €29.

In the tower of the Stratosphere, there are three thrilling attractions. The ‘Big Shot’ shoots you 50 meters into the air, the ‘X-Scream’ has you dangling over the edge of the building at 264 meters high, and the ‘Insanity,’ the world’s second-highest thrill ride, spins you around at 270 meters high.

You can pay for the attractions individually or purchase an Unlimited Ride Pass. One individual attraction costs €31, and the Unlimited Ride Pass costs €45. If you’re not into thrill rides but want to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view, you can opt to visit the tower only. The Stratosphere Tower offers the best view of the Strip and is both indoor and outdoor. It’s best to buy tickets in advance as only a certain number of people are allowed per day.

Finally, you can also make a SkyJump from the tower. This open-air leap from 253 meters above the Strip is a unique experience, available both day and night. The price is $130.

Shopping and Comedy at Planet Hollywood Hotel

The Miracle Miles Shops at Planet Hollywood Hotel are a great place to shop. Unlike the expensive designer and brand stores in the hotels, there are affordable stores here. There are 170 shops, 15 restaurants, and three theaters. The hotel has two outdoor pools and hot tubs with views of the Strip. There’s also an excellent comedy club featuring top comedians from the U.S. Book an evening of comedy at the Las Vegas Live Comedy Club.

Gondolas at The Venetian Hotel

This hotel might be the most famous in Las Vegas. ‘The Venetian,’ together with the adjacent ‘The Palazzo’ hotel, forms one hotel complex with 7117 rooms, making it the largest hotel complex in Las Vegas and even the largest hotel in the world.

It’s not just any hotel: the entire city of Venice has been recreated inside. It offers ten outdoor pools, 80 international restaurants, and the Grand Canal Shopping mall with more than 80 shops. You can even take a ride in an authentic gondola! The hotel also houses the famous wax museum Madame Tussauds.

You can purchase a combo ticket for a visit to Madame Tussauds and a gondola ride. You can also buy individual tickets at the hotel, but separate tickets are more expensive than this combo ticket. These are the most popular and most booked attractions in Las Vegas.

Excallibur Hotel

Step into the fairytale-like Excalibur Hotel, where the architecture evokes the charm of a medieval castle. With its colorful turrets and a touch of magic, this hotel offers a unique and imaginative experience. The Excalibur Hotel combines the grandeur of a medieval fortress with a hint of mystical enchantment. The facade of the Excalibur Hotel tells a story of knights, damsels, and epic quests, where the architectural details have been meticulously crafted to immerse visitors in a world full of fantasy and wonder.