Las Vegas, the city that never sleeps, famous for gambling and bizarre wedding chapels, also features great performances by Cirque de Soleil, comedians, magicians and musical groups. Las Vegas is not a very big city, so many of the best hotels and casinos are near the airport or on the famous Las Vegas strip.
The unmistakeable pyramid-shaped, world-class Luxor Hotel and Casino is on the Las Vegas strip and less than 10 minutes from the airport. The 120,000 square-foot casino features all the traditional games and daily poker tournaments. The 4,400 rooms and suites offer one king or two queen-sized beds, over-sized bathrooms, 27' TVs and WiFi. There are eight bars and nightclubs, featuring the 26,000 square foot LAX nightclub. There are four restaurants, a deli, food court and 24-hour room service. For relaxation, try one of the many spa services, four pools and jacuzzi. For meetings of all kinds, there is over 15,000 square feet of meeting space with catering.
Luxor Hotel
3900 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89119
877-386-4658
luxor.com
The emerald green MGM Grand on the famous strip, is 3 miles from the airport and offers maximum luxury. The hotel offers over 5,000 suites with either one king or two queen-sized beds, marble bathrooms, HD flatscreen TVs, WiFi and mini-bars. Some suites include separate sleeping areas, jacuzzis, bars and terraces. Entertainment and recreation is everywhere, with nightly shows like the acrobatic "KA by Cirque de Soleil," the 170,000 square foot casino, fitness center, spa, five pools and three jacuzzis. The 15 restaurants range from fine-dining to casual and include Emeril's New Orleans Fish House and Joel Robuchon's Restaurant. Nightlife venues include Studio 54 and Tabu lounge. With over 600,000 square feet of meeting space, groups of all kinds can be accommodated.
MGM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
877-880-0880
mgmgrand.com
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is just over 2 miles from the airport and a mile from the strip. The 1,500 rooms, suites and poolside villas offer all the expected luxuries of a fine hotel, including plush beds, large-screen LCD TVs, WiFi, mini-bars, stereos and marble bathrooms. The suites and villas offer separate dining and living room areas. Try your luck in the 72,000 square foot casino with over 600 slot machines. Party in the Vanity nightclub or one of the two bars. If your lucky enough to be there on Sunday, then the hotel offers a great pool party. Dining options include Ago's Mediterranean cuisine, the Rare 120 steakhouse and some casual restaurants. Relax around the Beach Club pool, visit the spa or work out in the Rock Star gym. The meeting facilities can accommodate 5 to 5,000 people.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
4455 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89169
800-693-7625
hardrockhotel.com
