73 Best Hotels in Nevada, USA

This three-story resort is the first stop along Kyle Canyon Road (about 17 miles up). It has the feel of a lodge, including a four-sided stone fireplace to gather around in the spacious lobby, which is appointed with vintage pinball games. The Canyon Restaurant provides large-window views of the surrounding mountainscape. There is a cocktail lounge with a rotating selection of regional beers on tap and a pool table, and a 24-hour convenience store/snackbar where you can pick up a map pinpointing the area's hiking trails. The hotel has 61 rooms with flat-screen TVs, and some have wall heaters that look like wood-burning fireplaces. Outdoor seating around the property provides a great way to take in the majestic scenery.

This sprawling resort with spacious rooms just west of the Strip was pioneering in its appeal to locals and visitors, but was in a holding pattern for three long years after being sold (but still operated by Caesars Entertainment) during the pandemic. The new owners, Dreamscape Cos., finally announced an $850-million refurbishment would begin in early 2023. In the meantime, popular attractions such as the penthouse Voodoo Lounge and a zipline closed while things got sorted out, and the Rio's pioneering buffet remained a pandemic casualty. If all of these losses drop the casino off the must-see list, the Rio is still competitive as a hotel and entertainment destination. The standard so-called suites don't actually have separate bedrooms, but they're spacious (at least 600 square feet), and higher-end units have double whirlpool tubs, wet bars, and other cushy touches. And the place makes up for its distance to the Strip by having plenty of entertainment options under one roof, including Penn & Teller, the Chippendales male revue, an old-school variety revue called Wow!, and a branch of New York's Comedy Cellar.

Minus Michael J. Fox and a weird DeLorean, this resort is as close as you'll get to a Back to the Future experience in Las Vegas, one that literally reinvents a reinvention (in this case the Sahara, whose ill-fated rebranding as the SLS was later rolled back). Zippy recap: the original Sahara, a totem of classic Las Vegas, closed in 2011, then reopened as the SLS in 2014, but never caught the magic of the original, so it was retro-rebranded (with new owners) in 2019. References from the past were both retained (renaming the lounge The Casbar after the original live music venue) and rejected (gone is the original Moroccan decor). The Sahara has pegged its appeal to a more boutique feel rather than a luxury blowout. More than 1,600 rooms are split between three towers, and recommended eateries include Bazaar Meats, Bella Italian Soul, and Chickie's & Pete's. A few trendy bars and lounges are available for the undemanding nightlife seeker, and you can top off your Sahara experience with a dip in the rooftop pool—one of three on the property.

The pioneering "locals casino" has anchored Boulder Highway since 1979 as a pure example of the casino as a mall-meets-community-center: locals flock to the movie theater, huge sports book, and sprawling underground bowling center. If you do make a special trip, the distinguishing feature is the Mystic Falls Park, an indoor garden under a beautiful skylight, rimmed by hotel rooms, a bar and patio seating at the Angry Butcher Steakhouse, punctuated by the occasional howls of animatronic animals and periodic synchronized light shows.

Perk or quirk—the South Point houses an equestrian center, a venue that frequently hosts rodeos and other horse-oriented shows. Elsewhere on-site are a 64-lane bowling alley, a 16-screen movie theater, a barbershop, and one of the biggest bingo halls in town. Hotel rooms are modern and welcoming, with flat-screen televisions, couches, and spacious desks. The palm-lined pool area is inviting, too, provided you don't mind low-flying airplanes taking off from nearby Harry Reid International Airport. The sports book packs in big crowds on game days, with more than 300 seats. Visitors also would be wise to capitalize on locals-oriented jackpots and promotions inside the modest poker room (just be sure to sign up for a players card).

The Strat (now officially shortening its former name, the Stratosphere Tower, to its longtime nickname) is synonymous with the 1,149-foot observation tower that soars over every other building in town, with remodeled standard rooms that are downright sumptuous for the price. The tower itself, an iconic part of the Las Vegas skyline, contains one-of-a-kind thrill rides, a fantastic restaurant (Top of the World), and a great bar (108 Drinks). Down below, in two hotel towers, are both the standard rooms and "Elevate" rooms, with higher-end amenities, that are also a decent value. Restaurants worth exploring: McCall's Heartland Grill, a comfort food palace, and CHI Asian Kitchen. There are two pools to enjoy: the Elation Pool, on the eighth floor, which is open to everyone; and the WET24 Adult Pool & Bar, on the 25th floor, which is only open to those 21 and up.

Whether you call it Treasure Island or TI, what sets this resort apart is a dash of elegance mixed with a decidedly unpretentious vibe. Whereas other properties boast of a branch of Tiffany's, this one features a $10 & More store with—yup—merchandise starting at $10. Whereas others feature sky-high-priced restaurants, fun eateries such as Señor Frog's and Gilley's BBQ anchor the scene here. This more inviting approach for a modern Strip property is the product of owner Phil Ruffin's plan to make the place more accessible to all. Thankfully, accommodations are still top-notch. Mystere, the Strip's first Cirque du Soleil show, still is going strong here, and the Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N interactive exhibit is decidedly kid-friendly. The hotel, now affiliated with the Radisson chain, is connected by a free tram to the Mirage (which will be closed when Mirage closes), though many visitors can walk the distance more quickly. T.I. is also a short walk from The Venetian, Wynn, and Fashion Show Mall.

This low-key property is actually a hotel-condo, with beautiful suites that have efficiency kitchens, pull-out sofas, and lots of extra space. Because the rooms are so big, they're perfect for large groups looking to shack up together during the visit to Vegas, and canine family members can be included. Each room has 50-inch digital flat-screen TVs and a media hub with ports for MP3 players, digital cameras, DVD players, and gaming consoles. Bathrooms aren't as spacious as they could be, but the built-in seat in the walk-in shower is a refreshing addition, and Stay Well rooms and suites are available. Because Vdara has a more laid-back vibe than ARIA, the Vdara Pool & Cabanas feels like a private swimming hole. You can order everything from suntan lotion to tapas and made-to-order cocktails. This personal attention continues in the two-floor Spa at Vdara, where therapeutic European temperature changes are a specialty. The Vice Versa Patio & Lounge is hip and swanky; some locals actually go out of their way to visit here.

"Virgin" may be a curious name for Las Vegas, but Sir Richard Branson's brand is selling a completely made-over version of the Hard Rock Hotel—the guitars and rock memorabilia replaced with a tranquil yet sophisticated desert vibe. Several carryovers have been renamed or renovated, including The Theater concert venue previously known as The Joint, the famous Nobu restaurant, the 24/7 coffee shop now called The Kitchen at Commons Club, and the Mexican cantina now called Casa Calavera. New restaurants include One Steakhouse by David and Michael Morton, as well as the bright and airy Night + Market boasting a Thai menu from Los Angeles chef Kris Yenbamroong. The 1,500 rooms and suites in the three hotel towers are now operated as part of Hilton's Curio Collection. The all-suites Ruby Tower has its own check-in area. The renovated 5-acre pool area hosts the Elia Beach Club, bordered by an event lawn for concerts and events, and patio seating expanded for some of the restaurants.

Convention attendees have loved this hotel's proximity to the Las Vegas Convention Center for decades, but converting some of its hotel rooms to time-shares has also helped the hotel stay in the game as the Strip has exploded with bigger and bolder properties. It's an amazing testimony to resilience, and has been renovated extensively since the mid-2010s. Some lean years for the showroom made famous by Elvis robbed the overall property of that certain sizzle; but entertainment has been on the upswing as well, thanks to recurring Barry Manilow dates scheduled throughout 2023 and one-night concert stops by Kool & The Gang and other casino favorites. Magician Jen Kramer and stand-up comedy have lately shared a unique little cabaret venue. The property's real standout attraction now is its Superbook, which pioneered the mission-control-style sports book and continues to set the line for betting action (the giant screens got upgraded during the pandemic). Because the hotel is east of the Strip, west-facing accommodations have great views. A variety of suite options include one- and two-bedroom accommodations with amenities ranging from spa tubs to dining tables and wet bars. Live cooking action at the world's largest and arguably most famous Benihana restaurant has been a consistent novelty amid changes inside and outside this piece of Las Vegas history.

This lavish resort with a Moroccan vibe sits on the shore of Lake Las Vegas and has richly appointed rooms with arched windows that offer sweeping views of the glittering lake and desert. There's even a small beach where soft, white sand is trucked in every summer. A favorite spot on the property is the Arabesque Lounge, a Moroccan-inspired bar and sitting area just off the main lobby. Here bartenders pour the resort's signature rum-and-Tuaca cocktail—named, appropriately, the Casablanca. The G Aveda Spa Lago specializes in massages and facials. The resort was newly renovated in 2018.

Beneath towering pines at the lake's edge stand 28 cozy, modern, vacation cabins with peaked knotty-pine ceilings, and although they're not fancy, they come in various sizes, some perfect for families. There are also four sparely furnished rooms in the large lodge building that holds the resort's restaurant. Across U.S. 50, a sprawling year-round campground is geared toward RVers, but with walk-in tent sites, too. The resort, old-school in its ambience and ambitions, has horseback riding, snowmobiling facilities, and a marina with boat, WaveRunner, kayak, and other water-sports rentals, all of which contribute to the summer-camp atmosphere. Pets are allowed for a fee.