If you’re visiting Las Vegas and want to stay somewhere with space and a few home comforts, it’s easy to find hotel suites for prices that won’t break the bank.
(Photo: Ellis Island Hotel Casino & Brewery / Courtesy Booking.com)
One of the benefits of Vegas is that hotels tend to be relatively affordable – which is just as well given the often pricey temptations the city has to offer. Another feature of the city’s accommodation scene is the size and scale of its hotels – and it allows many of them to boast expansive suites among their offerings. We’ve picked out 5 of Sin City’s best suites that will leave you with plenty of cash to spare for enjoying the city’s myriad of hedonistic attractions.
Ellis Island Hotel Casino & Brewery
Situated a brisk 10-minute walk from the Vegas Strip, the Ellis Island Casino Hotel & Brewery is – as its name suggests – brimming with on-site entertainment options. Among them are four restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool, a casino, and a karaoke bar. Guest rooms are no less impressive, including the King Suite which can accommodate up to four people across an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed and also feature a flat-screen TV, two bathrooms, a balcony, a fridge and minibar, and a coffee machine. The hotel is also a popular option for families, with kids aged 17 and under staying free with an adult. Nearby attractions include the iconic Bellagio hotel, fronted by an 8-acre lake with dancing water fountains, which is just a block away. From $195 per night.
The Carriage House
(Photo: The Carriage House / Courtesy Booking.com)
If you’d like the option to cook your own food while in Vegas, the suites at The Carriage House may well fit the bill. Situated a few minutes’ drive from the Strip, the hotel’s spacious accommodation options include a one-bedroom suite for 4 guests that’s equipped with its own kitchen. Other in-suite facilities include a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and an iPod docking station. Elsewhere in the hotel, there’s an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site parking. A monorail station is just 5 minutes away on foot, providing easy access to the rest of the city. From $134 per night.
Club de Soleil
Picturesque palm trees flank the entrance to this charming Mediterranean style resort hotel on West Tropicana Avenue, just seconds from the green expanse of Charlie Frias Park. An all-suite property, guests can make use of kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations and coffee makers. There’s also a well-equipped fitness room and a tennis court available for communal use. To reach the strip, you can jump on the resort’s complimentary shuttle service which takes you on the 3.5-mile journey in around ten minutes. From $118 per night.
Horseshoe Las Vegas
(Photo: Horseshoe Las Vegas / Courtesy Booking.com)
Located directly on the strip, this hotel places guests at the heart of the Vegas action. But you’ll need to drag yourself away from the on-site amenities first, which include an outdoor pool and a choice of eight different restaurants. Among the accommodation options here are Resort Studio Suites, which come with a king-size bed, flat-screen TV, a coffee maker, a refrigerator, a work desk, a seating area and a private bathroom. The Bellagio Fountains are just seconds away on foot. From $124 per night.
The Mirage
The Mirage is a quintessential super-sized Vegas hotel complete with full-service casino, and spa – and several expansive suites. Among them is the Mirage Suite, a spacious double room featuring a minibar, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with dining table, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and separate bath. But it’s the resort’s unique dolphin and wild animal habitat that is arguably its main draw, creating the sense of being in a tropical wildlife refuge in the centre of Vegas. There’s also an eye-catching replica lava-flowing volcano that adds to the sense of drama. A variety of dining options, plus bars and lounges, complete the resort’s enticing package. From $238 per night.
By Paul Joseph