Austin

I meant to add - we were in LV recently. We asked for a renovated room with a view (Flamingo). It was nice having something to look at when in the room - even for short times. Much better sitting looking at the grounds, drinking my glass of wine rather than looking at the windows of another buildin. And if I could have fit the Bellagio and the fountains in my budget, I would have. I think my wine would have tasted even better in that situation! ;-)

LilyLace

I mean this in nice way: you crack me up Patrick! Yes I like a great view and
will pay extra for it. In Vegas if we have a good view from an upper floor, we leave the drapes open all night!

The lights and view make for a really romantic atmosphere.

Patrick

I guess this is making a little sense. I've always agreed about a sea view when staying on the ocean or a mountain view in some mountain resort, and certainly understand how such a view (especially if one has a balcony) makes for a dramatic improvement in the atmosphere of the room. But from our room at Bellagio, from the bed or chair, you had no view. The only way you could see the fountains was to stand at the window and look down, or pull up a chair right to the window and sit and watch. I guess I just didn't get it. I'd have rather put the extra $60 or so a night into a nicer or larger room itself, since I'm not in the habit of standing or sitting at my window.

dwoodliff

What would be the highest floor you could be on, if you wanted to lie in bed and see the Bellagio fountain "show"?

Donna

marykc

We Are going to Vegas in October to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. I think thats an accomplishment these days.We are staying at the Bellagio and we probably cant afford it, but sometimes I think you just really need to treat yourselves. Im not sure I will pull a chair up to the window but who knows. At least its a beautiful place and Vegas itself is very entertaining.
Now for my question, I love to watch football on Sundays. Where is a good place to go to watch all the games? (go Bills). It will be crowded when we are there, it will be October, and it will be during the world series.Its really fun to place bets on the games. Everyone is always yelling and screaming. Last time we went to Vegas we watched the games at the Venetian so we want to go somewhere different.
Thanks Mary

TedTurner

Bellagio has a very nice sports book, with leather chairs, etc, but on Sundays during football season expect most all the sports books to be quite crowded.
My other favorite sports books are Mandalay Bay, Caesar's, LV Hilton and don't forget about the ESPN Zone at New York New York

Leta

I'm defending my earlier post. We didn't spend all our time sitting by the window, but after a fun evening out it was nice to change into "something more comfortable", dim the room lights, order a dessert and drink from room service, and sit in the 'comfortable' chairs by the window and watch the fountains, while listening to the music they are choreographed to from the stereo in our room. And with the lights of Paris beyond the fountains, it was a gorgeous view. It WAS very romantic - like our own personal show. Much nicer than turning on the tv after coming in. Sure you can watch them from below with the crowds, but to enjoy them privately in your room is a bit more romantic! And we weren't looking down on them, we were looking out - so you do have to be at a certain level to have a good view - we were on floor 11 or 12 - and it was perfect.

Luubert

I would stay in the Belagio, alothought to me its rather expensive, I reccommend The Orleans. Its a 5 mins OFF the strip and i think off the strip is better. So you can get your beauty sleep. Large rooms even at a standard very very very clean and nicely furnished and up to date. over 20 restaurants so dont worry about the food, the casino is huge, also lots of gifts shops, bowling alley, movie theatre, 3 pools. and the price is amazing you can stay from 40+ USD/per night

annieskes2002

I agree with Luubert, about the Orleans. We stay there every year. The room is large and has a nice sitting area. It is very clean. There is a bowling alley, movie theater, and many restaurants to choose from. We like being away from the strip. When we want to go to a strip hotel we drive there. If you don't want to drive, there is a shuttle you can take to the Barbary Coast, which is part of the "Coast" Hotels. The Barbary Coast is well located. The prices at Orleans are inexpensive, a great deal!

capri767

I know its gotten a bit older than some of the others, but I still like The Mirage. We went in April for a long weekend(all adults) and had a blast...the pool is absolutely great , lively , and not overrun with too many kids for an all-adult holiday.The Venetian seemed to big and spread out for me and the Bellagio's crowd was a bit older(we are thirties)amd more subdued.We are discussing where to stay next, IF we deviate from Mirage...anyone know anything about the Green Valley resort?Thanks

caymansreef

The venetian. For all the reasons everyone has stated. It's a blast. great restaurants. great rooms. good price.
have fun

travdog

Hi Najjer, Venetian, hands down. Bellagio is lovely to visit, but the standard and even deluxe rooms leave a little to be desired. Venetian could use some updating in the rooms, but they are very, very clean and spacious. The service is good (no matter what you've heard to the contrary; we've stayed there a dozen times and never had any bad experiences at all, and I'm kind of picky!) The walk to the center of the strip is really nothing more than a couple of city blocks, and during December, the weather will be chilly enough to walk that distance with no problem. The Grand Lux cafe (their version of the Vegas 24 hour coffee shop) is great, and the crowd at this hotel are a more sophisticated group that the usual vegas sleaze fest. Have a great time!

socialworker

Hi Najier--I did not carefully read all the posts but I agree w/travdog about staying at the Venetian. Having a separate living room w/couch, stuffed chairs and even a nice table w/4 chairs made one feel like spending some time in the room was relaxing time, well-spent. Also room service breakfast was quite reasonably priced, as room service goes, and it was a lovely luxury to have it served where there was plenty of room w/a lovely table and tablecloth!! I strongly recommend it.

Darvy_Kuntz

If the pool is any concern, then DON'T stay at the Venetian. The pool is tiny and not big enough to accomodate guests. And, the tower of the hotel produces an almost inescapable amount of shade midday, from what I hear.

Stay away. Hold up two fingers in crucifix fashion when it comes to the Venetian pool.

I curse the Venetian pool.

A pox on your pool!

-Darvy, the travel gal

Little_Man

I just love the Venetian! Fabulous, fun, romantic!
It will probably be too cool for the pool, so I wouldn't worry about best pool.

tom42

Darvy - the OP is going in December, so the pool won't be of concern. While I agree that the pool area is not the best in Vegas, I certainly wouldn't call it tiny. There are actually a coupleo different pools and the area for lounge chairs is pretty large. I also did not notice an inordinate amount of shade. Are you referring to the pool area at the new Venezia Towers? That area is small and does have a lot of shade but is only used by guests in the Venezia Tower.

Darvy_Kuntz

Sorry, after having to read and scroll past all of the boring and tedious other posts, I plumb forgot that the "OP" (hilarious Fodor's-only term), is doing in in December. So here I am making a big fat "never mind", aieet?

Tom42, based on what my friend Tansy told me, all of the pools are like this. Not just the Venezia one. Bottom line: The Venetian Pools suck rocks. Big time.

Darvy_Kuntz

Sorry, after having to read and scroll past all of the boring and tedious other posts, I plumb forgot that the "OP" (hilarious Fodor's-only term), is doing in in December. So here I am making a big fat "never mind", aieet?

Tom42, based on what my friend Tansy told me, all of the pools are like this. Not just the Venezia one.

kristeng

As a former resident of Vegas, I would say either one is a great choice. It just depends on what you're looking for. Bellagio is a very nice, classy hotel with beautiful gardens. It feels the most ritzy. The Venetian is my favorite in all of Vegas, though. It's absolutely gorgeous and so much fun to look around. Even though I've been there many times, I never get tired of it. Definitely the best out of all the themed hotels on the strip. The strip is where you'll do most of your sight seeing, but I would recommend gambling elsewhere. Try New Orleans hotel and casino. I am not much of a gambler, but many locals I know like that casino.

paula1470

I love the rooms at the Venetian, big and spacious. It's a fun hotel just to wander around in and the location is fine. Enjoy your trip without the kids!