The Venetian/Palazzo Megacenter
At 8,108 guest rooms, the complex that includes the Venice-themed Venetian and the European-themed Palazzo are the definition of "big." For eco-friendly travelers, you should know that the Palazzo is the biggest LEED-certified building in the U.S.
The Venetian/Palazzo Megacenter
3355 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 414-1000
venetian.com
MGM Grand Las Vegas
The Hollywood-themed MGM Grand Las Vegas was the biggest hotel in the world when it opened in 1993. An impressive 6,852 rooms, a lion habitat and a Cirque du Soleil show set this one apart.
MGM Grand Las Vegas
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 891-7777
mgmgrand.com
Wynn Las Vegas/Encore Las Vegas
One of the finest hotels in the U.S., the Wynn Las Vegas and the adjacent Encore Las Vegas boast a total of 4,750 rooms, a golf and country club, and a water theatre home to the permanent production of La Reve.
Wynn Las Vegas/Encore Las Vegas
3131 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 770-7000
wynnlasvegas.com
Luxor Las Vegas
At 4,407 rooms and famous for its black pyramid-shaped architecture, the Luxor Las Vegas is ditching the kitschy Egypt theme in favor of a more sophisticated collection of restaurants and and clubs. With any luck, they'll ditch Carrot Top's permanent show too.
Luxor Las Vegas
3900 Las Vegas Blvd South,
Las Vegas
(800) 288-1000
luxor.com
Mandalay Bay Hotel
Mandalay Bay has 3,309 hotel rooms, including three floors of penthouses. The beach-themed hotel features Shark Reef, the only exhibit in Nevada accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
Mandalay Bay Hotel
3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(877) 632-7800
.mandalaybay.com
Excalibur Hotel and Casino
At 4,008 rooms, Excalibur Hotel and Casino is Camelot come to life for families with children, as this castle look-alike is one of the few luxury hotels to offer attractions geared toward kids.
Excalibur Hotel and Casino
3850 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 597-7777
excalibur.com
Bellagio Las Vegas
For a more elegant experience, consider one the Bellagio Las Vegas' 3,933 rooms. Featuring an art gallery, a conservatory, and the permanent home to Cirque du Soleil's "O," this is the place to get cleaned up and cultured after an outdoor adventure.
Bellagio Las Vegas
3600 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(702) 693-7147
bellagio.com
Circus Circus
If you're still not feeling ready for 1,000-count Egyptian cotton sheets, Circus Circus offers you the opportunity to park your RV on their property. They have rooms too, of course, 3,774 of them, as well as a midway and circus acts throughout the hotel.
Circus Circus
2880 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(877) 224-7287
circuscircus.com
Flamingo Las Vegas
The Flamingo Las Vegas offers 3,626 rooms, an Art Deco Miami theme, and of course, flamingos, which live in an outdoor wildlife habitat in the center of the resort. It is currently the oldest resort on the strip, opened in 1946.
Flamingo Las Vegas
3555 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(888) 902-9929
flamingolasvegas.com
Caesars Palace
The Roman Empire-themed, 3,348-room Caesars Palace is the home Bette Midler, Cher, and one of the most successful (and expensive) shopping malls in the country, the Forum Shops. The Colosseum at Caesars is a massive music venue that has previously been home to Elton John and Celine Dion.
Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, Nevada
(866) 227-5938
caesarspalace.com