The Westin Casuarina
Located about a block away from the Strip, the Westin Casuarina is a prime spot to unwind.
The hotel features an outdoor heated pool and a 10,000-square-foot spa with 15 treatment areas and a steam room. When you're hungry, stop by the Westin's 24-hour restaurant, the lounge or Starbucks in the lobby. You can also work out in the gym, try your luck in the casino or walk down the street for gaming action at other hotels.
Golfers enjoy playing on several public courses within a few miles of the Westin, including the Bali Hai Golf Club and the Las Vegas National Golf Club, each about 10 miles away.
Westin Casuarina Las Vegas Hotel, Casino & Spa
160 E. Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, Nevada 89109
(702) 836-5900
starwoodhotels.com
Marriott Resort
The JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa is about 15 miles from the Strip--and right across the street from two premier golf clubs. Angel Park includes two 18-hole courses, a nine-hole course, a natural-grass putting green and the Summerlin Golf Academy for improving your game. TPC Las Vegas is a PGA Tour facility with an 18-hole course and golf school.
The Marriott itself features a swimming area, fitness center and a spa with treatment rooms, a sauna and a hydrotherapy pool. Dining choices include Ceres, serving American cuisine; Shizen Japanese Restaurant; The Carmel Room with Mediterranean fare; and Spiedini Ristorante for Italian food. You'll also find a buffet, a cafe, Starbucks and an Irish pub.
JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
221 N. Rampart Blvd.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89145
(702) 869-7777
marriott.com/hotels
Ritz-Carlton
Golfers and their families enjoy the Ritz-Carlton Lake Las Vegas, about 17 miles outside the city. The surrounding area has several popular golf courses, including Cascata in Boulder City and the Revere Golf Club in Henderson.
While parents golf, children can participate in supervised activities such as nature hikes, art projects and tours of the hotel's pastry kitchen. The Ritz-Carlton is right on the lake, so the whole family can take part in fly-fishing, kayaking and swimming.
Dining choices include the Medici Cafe and Terrace, serving steak and Italian food; the Firenze Lobby Lounge offering lighter meals; and the Poolside Cafe, with fare such as hamburgers and wraps.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas
1610 Lake Las Vegas Parkway
Henderson, Nevada 89011
(702) 567-4700
ritzcarlton.com
About The Author
Barbara Dunlap is a freelance writer from Bend, Oregon. She specializes in active lifestyle topics, including golf and tennis, fitness and travel. She was assistant home and garden editor at The San Francisco Chronicle and is currently content manager for Retire Northwest, an online resource guide.
