The Best of Las Vegas


Repost of my guest article on the travel blog Ready to Check In.

Planning a trip to Las Vegas can be a daunting experience. With a plethora of luxurious hotels, classy restaurants, and exciting activities, it’s easy to get overwhelmed when attempting to find the best bang for your buck. Here you will find a comprehensive list of the best that Las Vegas has to offer as rated by fellow travelers:
  • Top 10 Las Vegas Hotels on the Strip
  • Top 10 Las Vegas Restaurants
  • Top 10 Las Vegas Shows
  • Ways to Save on a Las Vegas Trip


Top 10 Las Vegas Hotels on the Strip


U.S. News & World Report creates an annual ranking of the highest-rated hotels in Las Vegas “based on an analysis of industry awards, hotel star ratings and user ratings”. They partner with TripAdvisor to provide traveler reviews and ratings, as well as amenities. Here are the top 10 luxury hotels in Las Vegas for 2018.



1. Waldorf Astoria, Las Vegas (formerly known as Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas)


Source: booking.com
Key features:
  • No casino on the property, making it ideal for those traveling for alternate reasons
  • Located on the Strip
  • Quiet atmosphere
  • Large rooms
  • Award-winning spa

2. ARIA Sky Suites


Source: booking.com
Key features:
  • Sits above the ARIA Resort & Casino on the Strip
  • Each room comes with a personal concierge
  • Free parking and wifi
  • Large suites with separate sleeping and living areas
  • Access to private pool with free food and drinks

3. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas


Source: visitlasvegas.com
Key features:
  • Located on the Strip
  • Free wifi
  • Part of Marriott Rewards membership program
  • Modern rooms with separate sleeping and living areas
  • Well-recognized friendly and informative staff

4. Encore at Wynn Las Vegas


Source: WYNN RESORTS
Key features:
  • Encore Casino on property and located on the Strip
  • Free parking and wifi
  • Highly rated for decor and style
  • Large suites
  • Well-recognized friendly and informative staff


5. Wynn Las Vegas


Source: WYNN Resorts
Key features:
  • Encore Casino on property and located on the Strip
  • Praised by travelers as best “non-suite accommodations on the Strip”
  • Free wifi
  • Gives feeling of seclusion with emphasis on nature and light
  • Highly-rated Andrea’s restaurant

6. SKYLOFTS at MGM Grand

Source: CJSvegas.com
Key features:
  • Loft-style rooms
  • Reservation includes a limousine service to and from the airport
  • Each room comes with a personal concierge
  • Free parking and wifi
  • Expensive accommodations, but includes multiple pampering amenities


7. Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

Source: booking.com
Key features:
  • Family-friendly with no casino on site and located on south end of the Strip
  • Quiet atmosphere
  • Free parking and wifi
  • Sits above Mandalay Bay tower with access to its pools and restaurants
  • Well-recognized friendly and informative staff


Source: booking.com
Key features:

9. ARIA Resort & Casino

Source: booking.com
Key features:
  • Located in the middle of the Strip
  • Free wifi
  • High emphasis on technology in each room
  • Multiple restaurants, bars, pools, and lounges
  • Member of MGM Resorts

10. The Palazzo Las Vegas

Source: booking.com
Key features:
  • Located on northern end of the Strip
  • Free parking and wifi
  • Large suites with sunken living areas
  • Highly-rated Canyon Ranch SpaClub
  • Multiple pools and amenities




Top 10 Las Vegas Restaurants


TripAdvisor has compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Las Vegas based on traveler reviews:

1. Mr. Mamas

American, Cafe, Diner - $
2. Juan's Flaming Fajitas & Cantina
Mexican, Southwestern, Latin - $$-$$$
3. VegeNation
Street Food, International, Vegetarian Friendly - $$-$$$
4. Kabuto
Japanese, Sushi, Asian - $$$$
5. Andiamo Italian Steakhouse
Steakhouse, Seafood, Italian - $$$$
6. Arawan Thai Bistro and Dessert
Asian, Thai, Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly - $$-$$$
7. Veggie House
Chinese, Asian, Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly - $$-$$$
8. Omelet House
American, Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly - $$-$$$
9. Oyster Bar at Palace Station
American, Seafood, Soups - $$-$$$
10. Weera Thai Restaurant
Asian, Thai, Vegetarian and Vegan Friendly - $$-$$$


Top 10 Las Vegas Shows


TripAdvisor has also used traveler reviews to construct a list of the highest-rated Las Vegas shows, designed to appeal to any inclination:

1. The Beatles - Love - Cirque du Soleil

2. Bellagio Fountains
3. O - Cirque du Soleil
4. Vegas! The Show
5. Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil
6. Le Reve - The Dream
7. KA by Cirque du Soleil
8. Paranormal - The Mindreading Magic Show
9. Absinthe
10. Mystere by Cirque du Soleil


Quick Tip: Ways to Save Money on a Las Vegas Trip

A trip to Las Vegas doesn’t have to be an expensive venture. There are many ways a savvy traveler can experience the city without draining their bank account. One way to save money would be to stay in a hotel that isn’t centrally located on the Strip. Choosing to stay at a budget-friendly hotel instead of one of the luxurious options mentioned above, can save a traveler some serious cash. Another way to save money would be to make use of the many buffets provided in casinos, designed to prevent customers from leaving the property. A third way to save money would be to utilize ride-sharing options such as Lyft and Uber to prevent parking fees from stacking up.

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