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5-star hotels in Las Vegas Strip
A shortlist of 5-star hotels on the Las Vegas Strip, drawn from guest ratings rather than brochure copy. It is for travellers who want the top tier of the boulevard — couples, families and business visitors comparing the big resort names against a few quieter ones.
Staying in Las Vegas Strip
The Strip is not a neighbourhood but a 4.2-mile stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard South, running from Mandalay Bay up to the Stratosphere, lined with casino resorts. It has two moods: by day the pool decks open at 9am or 10am and the casino floors are half-lit and half-full, while after 8pm the boulevard resets, the Bellagio fountains draw crowds four deep every 15 minutes and every marquee is working at once. Distances mislead — a walk that looks like ten minutes can take forty-five in July heat, so the air-conditioned casinos double as cooling stations. Almost every hotel on this list sits on Las Vegas Boulevard South itself, between 2777 and 3960, putting them within the busiest stretch of the Strip; Vdara is the exception, addressed on West Harmon Avenue just off the boulevard. Couples gravitate to the ratings leaders, families to the babysitting services, and business visitors to the meeting facilities.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereBellagio is one of the Strip's most reviewed 5-star addresses, with 138245 guest ratings averaging 4.7 out of 5. Guests have round-the-clock help from a 24-hour front desk, and evenings can be spent in the hotel's bars; a barber and beauty salon is on hand for occasions that call for it. The scale of the place suits travellers who want a full resort with everything under one roof, and the 4.7 rating suggests it delivers consistently.
See BellagioWynn Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, United States
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAt Wynn Las Vegas, guests get a 5-star resort with a 4.7 rating across 64031 reviews. A 24-hour front desk and security keep things running at any hour, and the bars give the evening a focal point without leaving the property. A beach nearby adds an outdoor option to the mix. It fits travellers who want a large, well-reviewed Strip resort where service and nightlife are both close at hand.
See Wynn Las VegasFour Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
3960 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFour Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is a 5-star property with a 4.7 guest rating, earned across 2425 reviews. Families are catered for with a babysitting service, and a bar and snack cafe cover casual refreshments through the day. The smaller review count points to a more contained operation than the big casino resorts, which suits guests who prefer a calmer base on the Strip with practical support for travelling with children.
See Four Seasons Hotel Las VegasThe Venetian Resort Las Vegas
3355 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Venetian Resort Las Vegas carries a 4.6 rating from 118355 guest reviews, making it one of the most heavily reviewed 5-star hotels in the list. A 24-hour front desk and security mean assistance is always available, and a babysitting service helps guests travelling with children. Bars and a snack cafe round out the everyday essentials. It appeals to visitors who want a large, busy resort where the practical details are already handled.
See The Venetian Resort Las VegasThe Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas
3708 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, United States
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas pairs a 4.6 guest rating with 76423 reviews. Breakfast is offered, which is worth noting among Strip resorts, and the bars give the property an evening life of its own. A 24-hour front desk and security keep the operation running around the clock. It suits travellers who want their day to start with breakfast on site and who value a resort with a lively bar scene and a strong record across a large number of stays.
See The Cosmopolitan Of Las VegasThe Palazzo at The Venetian
3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Palazzo at The Venetian is a 5-star hotel rated 4.6 out of 5 by guests across 27099 reviews. A babysitting service makes it a workable choice for families, while the bars and snack cafe cover drinks and light meals without leaving the building. Round-the-clock front desk and security are in place. It fits guests who want the scale of a large Venetian resort but with a separate identity and a solid, well-reviewed track record.
See The Palazzo at The VenetianEncore at Wynn Las Vegas
3121 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereEncore at Wynn Las Vegas holds a 4.6 rating from 24374 guest reviews. The 24-hour front desk and security mean the practical side is covered at any hour, and the bars provide an evening setting within the hotel. A barber and beauty salon is available for guests who want to be seen to. It suits travellers drawn to a 5-star resort with a distinct identity and a strong rating across a substantial number of stays.
See Encore at Wynn Las VegasThe Reserve at Park MGM
3772 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, United States
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Reserve at Park MGM is a 5-star hotel with a 4.6 guest rating, based on 1298 reviews. Breakfast is offered, and the bars give guests somewhere to end the day on site, while a 24-hour front desk and security cover the practical side. The comparatively modest review count suggests a more intimate operation than the big Strip resorts, which suits travellers who want a quieter 5-star base with breakfast included in the stay.
See The Reserve at Park MGMThe Skylofts At Mgm Grand
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, United States
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereThe Skylofts At Mgm Grand is a 5-star property rated 4.6 out of 5, with 431 reviews behind that score. A 24-hour front desk and security are in place, and the bars give the evening a setting within the hotel. A beach nearby adds an outdoor option. It is a good fit for guests who prefer a smaller, less crowded 5-star address than the huge casino resorts, while still wanting the essentials of service and nightlife on hand.
See The Skylofts At Mgm GrandAria Resort & Casino
3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, United States
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAria Resort & Casino is a 5-star hotel with a 4.5 guest rating across 45279 reviews. The bars provide an evening focus inside the resort, a barber and beauty salon is available for grooming, and a 24-hour front desk and security keep things running at all hours. It suits travellers who want a large, established Strip resort where the daytime and evening needs are covered within the building and the rating is backed by tens of thousands of stays.
See Aria Resort & CasinoRed Rock Casino Resort and Spa
11011 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, United States
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereRed Rock Casino Resort and Spa is a 5-star hotel rated 4.5 out of 5 by guests over 32482 reviews. An aerobics offering gives guests a way to stay active on site, and a babysitting service supports families travelling with children. Bars and a snack cafe cover drinks and light meals. Its address on W Charleston Blvd places it away from the Las Vegas Strip itself, which suits guests who want a 5-star resort base outside the Strip corridor.
See Red Rock Casino Resort and SpaWaldorf Astoria Las Vegas
3752 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, United States
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereWaldorf Astoria Las Vegas holds a 4.5 guest rating from 2783 reviews. Breakfast is served, and the bars give the day an evening counterpart without leaving the property. A babysitting service is available for guests with children, and a barber and beauty salon covers grooming. It fits travellers who want a 5-star address on Las Vegas Blvd S with a breakfast option and family support, and who value a rating earned across a smaller, more contained set of stays.
See Waldorf Astoria Las VegasVdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas
2600 West Harmon Avenue, Las Vegas, United States
- Fitness Center
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is a 5-star hotel rated 4.4 out of 5 across 10309 reviews. Rooms come with a balcony and a fireplace, and some include a dishwasher, which points to a more apartment-like stay than a standard hotel room. A fitness centre and free wifi are provided. It suits guests who want to stay in for the evening and who value in-room cooking and laundry facilities alongside a fitness offering.
See Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las VegasW Las Vegas
3940 South Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, United States
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
Why stay hereW Las Vegas holds a 4.4 rating from 8427 guest reviews. Concierge and bell boy services are on hand to handle arrivals and requests, and car parking is available for guests arriving by road. Dry cleaning and express check-in and check-out help keep the stay efficient. It appeals to travellers who want a 5-star hotel where the logistics of arriving, parking and departing are straightforward and service is available to smooth the way.
See W Las VegasFontainebleau Las Vegas
2777 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, United States
Best for: Business trips
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFontainebleau Las Vegas is a 5-star hotel with a 4.3 guest rating, based on 6779 reviews. A business centre is available for guests who need to work during the stay, and the bars give the evening a setting within the resort. A beach nearby adds an outdoor alternative, while a 24-hour front desk and security cover the practical side. It suits travellers mixing work and leisure who want a 5-star base with business facilities on site.
See Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellagio | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 138,245 | – |
| Wynn Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 64,031 | – |
| Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.7 | 2,425 | – |
| The Venetian Resort Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 118,355 | – |
| The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 76,423 | Yes |
| The Palazzo at The Venetian | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 27,099 | – |
| Encore at Wynn Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 24,374 | – |
| The Reserve at Park MGM | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,298 | Yes |
| The Skylofts At Mgm Grand | ★★★★★ | 4.6 | 431 | – |
| Aria Resort & Casino | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 45,279 | – |
| Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 32,482 | – |
| Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.5 | 2,783 | Yes |
| Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 10,309 | – |
| W Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.4 | 8,427 | – |
| Fontainebleau Las Vegas | ★★★★★ | 4.3 | 6,779 | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, The Palazzo at The Venetian and Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa all list a babysitting service among their facilities. Three of them stand on Las Vegas Boulevard South within the busiest stretch of the Strip, while Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa is addressed on W Charleston Blvd.
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas · The Venetian Resort Las Vegas · The Palazzo at The Venetian · Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa
Highest guest ratings
Bellagio, Wynn Las Vegas and Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas each hold a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5 — the top of this shortlist. Bellagio and Wynn Las Vegas carry the review volume to match, at 138245 and 64031 reviews; Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas has 2425.
Quiet, off-boulevard address
Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is the one hotel here addressed on West Harmon Avenue rather than Las Vegas Boulevard South. It is a 5-star property rated 4.4 out of 5 from 10309 reviews, and its facilities include a balcony, a fireplace and a fitness centre.
Larger resorts
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas (118355 reviews, 4.6), The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas (76423, 4.6) and Aria Resort & Casino (45279, 4.5) sit on Las Vegas Boulevard South and combine 5-star class with the deepest review counts on this list after Bellagio and Wynn Las Vegas.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas · The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas · The Venetian Resort Las Vegas · Aria Resort & Casino
Where to stay in Las Vegas Strip
Las Vegas Boulevard South
The stretch is shoulder-to-shoulder between Flamingo and Spring Mountain at 9pm, and the Bellagio fountains fire every 15 minutes. Pool decks open at 9am or 10am; after 8pm the boulevard resets. Walking is slower than it looks — use the interior connections and pedestrian bridges.
Our picks here: Bellagio
West Harmon Avenue
Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is addressed at 2600 West Harmon Avenue, off the boulevard itself. The site's walking route advice runs through the casino interiors and pedestrian bridges rather than along open street level, which matters most in summer, when the sidewalk heat makes the indoor crossings the practical way to move between resorts.
Our picks here: Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Most people fly into Harry Reid — the Strip is the reason they come. Once there, the boulevard is a 4.2-mile stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard South, and walking times are deceptive: Bellagio to Wynn can look like ten minutes and take forty-five in July heat. Use the casino interiors as cooling stations in summer and the pedestrian bridges for crossings. Bellagio to Caesars via the bridge takes 8 minutes, the same trip at street level 20 with the light cycles. A full walk past Park MGM, New York-New York, MGM Grand, Planet Hollywood, Paris, Bellagio and the Venetian's canals takes two to three hours if you stop to look.
When to go
Summer daytime is brutal — the sidewalk can hit 105°F — so the interior connections and pedestrian bridges do the work then. Daytime is the quieter version of the Strip: pool decks open at 9am or 10am and the casino floors are half-lit. Come back after 8pm and the boulevard resets, with the fountains drawing crowds four deep and the Sphere lighting up from across the I-15. Plan a walk of two to three hours if you stop to look, longer once the fountains pull you in for a second show.
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Questions, answered
How many reviews do these hotels have?
Counts range widely. Bellagio has 138245 reviews and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas 118355, while The Skylofts At Mgm Grand has 431 and The Reserve at Park MGM 1298. All are rated between 4.3 and 4.7 out of 5.
Which hotels on this list have the best guest ratings?
Bellagio, Wynn Las Vegas and Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas each score 4.7 out of 5. The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, The Cosmopolitan Of Las Vegas, The Palazzo at The Venetian, Encore at Wynn Las Vegas, The Reserve at Park MGM and The Skylofts At Mgm Grand follow at 4.6.
Are these hotels on the Strip itself?
Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is on West Harmon Avenue, and Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa is further out on W Charleston Blvd.
Which hotels suit families?
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, The Palazzo at The Venetian and Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa all list a babysitting service among their facilities.
How long does it take to walk the Strip?
Budget two to three hours if you stop to look at anything, longer once the fountains pull you in for a second show. Bellagio to Caesars via the pedestrian bridge takes 8 minutes; at street level the same trip takes 20 with the light cycles.
When are the pools open?
Pool decks on the Strip open at 9am or 10am, according to the site's guide. Mornings are the quieter stretch, with the casino floors half-lit and half-full before noon.
Is summer a good time to walk between the resorts?
Summer daytime is brutal, with the sidewalk reaching 105°F. Use the interior connections and pedestrian bridges, and treat the air-conditioned casinos as cooling stations between stops.