MGM Grand
The second largest hotel in the world and the largest in North America, the MGM Grand contains more than 5,000 guest rooms spread over four towers. The 6.6-acre outdoor pool complex is one of Las Vegas' finest, including five pools and a 1,000-foot-long lazy river.
MGM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 929-1111
mgmgrand.com
Luxor
No matter where you are in Las Vegas, you can see the world's brightest light beam coming out of the top of the 4,408-room Luxor pyramid. The hotel has several family-friendly entertainment options that are different from the standard Vegas glitz and glamour, including an exhibit of Titanic artifacts.
Luxor Hotel & Casino
3900 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(800) 288-1000
luxorlasvegas.com
The Venetian
If you want to enjoy a taste of Italy on your Las Vegas golf trip, stay at the 4,027-room Venetian and take a gondola ride along its quarter-mile-long canal. You can also see a street performance in the Grand Canal Shoppes or eat at one of the hotel's 19 fine restaurants.
The Venetian
3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(877) 883-6423
venetian.com
Excalibur
The castle-themed 4,008-room Excalibur has plenty of family-friendly entertainment options for golfers with children, including midway games, a video arcade and the Tournament of Kings dinner show.
Excalibur
3850 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 937-7777
excalibur.com
Bellagio
The nightly fountain show in front of the 3,993-room Bellagio is one of Las Vegas' best free attractions. Inside the casino, high-end luxury is the theme, with several of the city's top gourmet restaurants, a 116,000-square-foot casino, and 100,000 square feet of world-class shopping.
Bellagio
3600 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(888) 987-6667
bellagio.com
Circus Circus
Another option for golfers with children is the 3,774-room Circus Circus at the north end of the Strip. This tent-shaped casino has its own on-site theme park with rides, rock climbing walls, midway games and video games.
Circus Circus
2880 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 634-3450
circuscircus.com
Flamingo Las Vegas
The Flamingo Las Vegas features 3,565 guest rooms, many of which have been remodeled and turned into "Go" suites that include modern furniture and technology-based amenities like MP3 docking stations, state-of-the-art sound systems, flat-screen televisions and electronic curtains.
Flamingo Hotel and Casino
3555 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 732-2111
flamingolasvegas.com
Palazzo
The 3,443-room Palazzo is the sister hotel to the Venetian, but features its own distinctive style, including fountains, marble columns and a 60-foot-high glass dome in the lobby.
The Palazzo
3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(866) 263-3001
palazzolasvegas.com
Caesars Palace
Caesars Palace offers 3,349 guest rooms, a 50,000-square-foot spa, six outdoor pools, and more than 160 retail shops and restaurants. The Colosseum showroom has hosted major stars like Celine Dion, Elton John, Bette Midler and Cher.
Caesars Palace
3570 Las Vegas Blvd. South
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 634-6001
caesarspalace.com
The Mirage
The Mirage volcano is another great free attraction in Las Vegas, with several hourly eruptions each night. Inside the 3,044-room hotel and casino, you will find tropical plants, exotic animals and a dolphin aquarium.
The Mirage Resort & Casino
3400 Las Vegas Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(800) 627-6667
mirage.com
About The Author
Denise Sullivan has been a professional writer for four years after a long career in business. Her areas of expertise are business, law, gaming, home renovations, gardening, sports, and exercise. She is also a tennis and golf enthusiast and enjoys traveling the Western states.
