Best Hotels on the Strip

"What's the best hotel on the Strip?" is the wrong question — the right one is "best for what?" A first-timer who wants to walk to everything, a couple after a romantic splurge, and a family chasing a great pool will all have different answers. Here are the standout Las Vegas Strip hotels grouped by what you actually want.

Not sure which part of the Strip to target first? Start with our guide to where to stay in Las Vegas.

Best for luxury

For top-tier rooms, dining, and service, the Strip's luxury leaders are hard to beat:

• Wynn and Encore — consistently among the most refined resorts in the city.
• Bellagio — iconic, elegant, and home to the famous fountains.
• Aria — sleek and modern with strong dining.
• Waldorf Astoria — a non-gaming, serene luxury option.

Best for location

If walking to the most famous spots matters most, base yourself mid-Strip:

• Caesars Palace — classic Vegas at the center of it all.
• Bellagio and Cosmopolitan — steps from the densest cluster of attractions.
• Paris — right across from the Bellagio fountains.

See exactly how the locations compare on the interactive Strip map.

Best for views

For the best room views over the Strip:

• Cosmopolitan — its terrace rooms are famous for Strip and fountain views.
• Paris — Eiffel Tower-side rooms overlook Bellagio.
• The STRAT — height gives sweeping views from the north end.

Best for suites and space

• Venetian and Palazzo — all-suite properties with generously sized rooms.
• Vdara — non-gaming, non-smoking suites near the center.

Best for value

You don't have to pay mid-Strip luxury prices:

• Excalibur and Luxor — budget-friendly on the south Strip.
• Circus Circus — long-time value pick on the north end.
• North-Strip and off-peak bookings generally beat center-Strip rates — see Las Vegas on a budget.

How to choose

Pick the category that matches your trip, shortlist two or three, then compare them on total price (including resort fees), location, and the amenities you'll use. Browse every property in the hotels directory, confirm the location on the map, and check our where to stay guide for the bigger picture on Strip zones.