AAA The Extra Mile. Oct 2022.
While staying on the Las Vegas Strip puts you in the heart of all the action, many off-the-Strip properties offer authentic art/entertainment, late-night dining, and a local vibe. With tons of great amenities and easy access, these off-the-Strip resorts are generally less crowded and less costly.
VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS
At Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, you can stay in one of 1,500 well-appointed chambers and suites in the hotel’s three towers. Make plans to gamble at the ultra-modern, 60,000-sq.-ft. Mohegan Sun Casino, or kick back at the Élia Beach Club, which offers two pools and state-of-the-art entertainment. There’s also live music in the 4,500-person theater. Notable culinary experiences include Todd English’s Olives, Kris Yenbamroong’s Night + Market, the legendary Nobu, Michael and David Morton’s One Steakhouse, and Kassi Beach House, from restauranteur Nick Mathers.
THE ENGLiSH HOTEL, A TRIBUTE PORTFOLIO HOTEL
Minutes away from the busy Strip, you can immerse yourself in the “renegade,” trendy area of Las Vegas. The ENGLiSH Hotel, located in the vibrant Arts District, is an expertly-designed boutique hotel (for ages 21 and above only) operated by renowned chef Todd English. It offers 74 upscale rooms equipped with in-room cocktail carts, a see-through “sexy shower,” a secluded pool, and a swanky outdoor lounge.
GREEN VALLEY RANCH
If you prefer stress-free style over bustle, stay at the Mediterranean-styled Green Valley Ranch Resort located in Henderson, just 16 miles from the Strip. Here, you can enjoy a stroll through the vineyards and distant views of the Strip from the 9-acre “backyard” and a sand-bottom pool. There is also an award-winning spa, music lounges, and sports bars. Feed your body and soul with authentic Italian and modern Japanese cuisine, seafood, and steak at the resort’s many restaurants. And when you’re in mood for the nightlife of Sin City, a 24-hour limousine shuttle offers round-trip transportation to the Strip.
JW MARRIOTT LAS VEGAS RESORT & SPA
The Mediterranean-style JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa is tucked away in the planned community of Summerlin. The oasis offers a chance to cool off from the Nevada heat by the resort’s pool that includes a waterfall, grotto, and poolside cabanas. You can also play at the championship TPC Las Vegas Golf Course, relax at the luxury spa Aquae, try your luck at the on-site Rampart Casino, and dine at several, globally inspired restaurants.
THE WESTIN LAKE LAS VEGAS RESORT & SPA
With stunning views of Lake Las Vegas, you will not want to leave your beautiful, quiet retreat in Henderson. The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa has spacious rooms and suites, calming décor, and an atmosphere that beckons recreation and relaxation. Get treatments at G Aveda Spa Lago, swim at the two-level Nuala Pool, schedule a tee time at a nearby championship golf course, and enjoy a delicious meal at the award-winning Marssa Steak and Sushi.
THE M RESORT
The AAA Four-Diamond M Resort in Henderson is the official hotel for the Las Vegas Raiders football team. Its unique design includes skylights in the casino, natural lighting, spectacular, floor-to-ceiling views of the Strip and the mountains, and terraces for outdoor dining. With an elevation of 400 feet above the resorts and casinos on the Strip, you can enjoy the Las Vegas skyline in a luxurious atmosphere.
RED ROCK CASINO, RESORT & SPA
Located 20 minutes from the Strip, Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa is an affordable family-friendly destination with a sandbar pool, 72-lane bowling alley, Regal Cinemas, and a Kids Quest child care center. Adults can take a chance at over 2,700 slot machines and electronic gaming tables, relax at the innovative spa and salon, and dine at several on-site international restaurants. And when you feel the need for an adrenaline rush, head over to nearby Red Rock Canyon for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
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