
Vdara Hotel & Spa
Best for travelers who want a quieter, all-suite, non-smoking stay with a large on-site spa and a seasonal rooftop pool.
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Vdara Hotel & Spa is a five-star, non-gaming, all-suite hotel and spa in CityCenter that suits travelers who want a quieter, smoke-free stay near the Strip. Encore at Wynn Las Vegas is a high-end sister casino resort with refined rooms, nightlife, multiple pools and Wynn-style luxury—good for guests who want full casino-resort amenities and nightlife.
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Best for travelers who want a quieter, all-suite, non-smoking stay with a large on-site spa and a seasonal rooftop pool.

Best for guests who want a full-scale luxury casino resort experience with multiple pools, nightlife, designer shopping and signature restaurants.
When Vdara Hotel & Spa wins: choose Vdara if you value larger suite layouts, a smoke-free non-gaming atmosphere, an 18,000 sq ft spa, and a calmer base within CityCenter for walking to Bellagio, ARIA and nearby Strip attractions.
When Encore at Wynn Las Vegas wins: choose Encore if you want a traditional luxury casino resort with a larger on-site gaming floor, more restaurants/bars and nightlife, multiple outdoor pools and a big-resort scale for entertainment.
Bottom line: Vdara is the quieter, spa-and-suite-focused option on the Strip; Encore is the full-service luxury casino resort for travelers prioritizing nightlife, gaming and multiple pool options.
| Category | Vdara Hotel & Spa | Encore at Wynn Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Quiet, upscale, non-gaming suite hotel and spa | High-end, full-service casino resort with nightlife |
| Location (Strip) | CityCenter between Bellagio and ARIA (connected walkways) | On Las Vegas Strip at 3121 Las Vegas Blvd, part of the Wynn complex |
| Property size / rooms | About 1,400–1,495 all-suite rooms in a 57-story tower | 2,034 guestrooms across Encore/Wynn towers |
| Check-in / minimum age | Check-in from 3:00 PM; minimum check-in age 21 | |
| Pools | One seasonal heated rooftop pool with cabanas and some plunge options | Multiple outdoor pools and poolside bars (resort complex) |
| Restaurants & bars | Two primary on-site venues: Market Cafe Vdara (24‑hr) and VICE VERSA Patio & Lounge | Multiple restaurants, 4 bars/lounges and 2 poolside bars (Wynn/Encore outlets) |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Vdara — 18,000 sq ft, 11 treatment rooms, sauna/steam/hot tub | Full-service spa on site (spa services, massages, facials listed) |
| Casino & nightlife | No casino or nightclub on site; smoke-free | On-site casino (slot machines, gaming tables), nightclubs and nightlife |
| Parking | Self-parking and valet available (self-parking roughly $20/day; valet ~ $40/day) | |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; guests 21+ must check in; pool supervision rules for kids | Not published |
Vdara sits inside CityCenter between Bellagio and ARIA with direct pedestrian connections to nearby Strip attractions.
Choose Vdara if you want easy walking access to CityCenter and a quieter location without an on-site casino.
Encore is part of the Wynn luxury complex on the Las Vegas Strip with resort-scale dining, shopping and entertainment nearby.
Pick Encore if you want to stay inside a full-scale Wynn resort with immediate access to casino, dining and nightlife.
Vdara is an all-suite property with a focus on larger living spaces and suite‑style layouts.
Vdara is for people who want more living space and suite conveniences rather than standard hotel rooms.
Encore offers a range of rooms and suites across the Wynn/Encore towers, from standard rooms to luxury tower suites.
Encore gives more room-type variety at a larger resort scale, including high-end tower suites.
Vdara keeps dining simple and convenient with two core venues plus market-style grab-and-go.
Vdara is best if you want reliable cafe-style options and a single lounge rather than many on-property choices.
Encore/Wynn features multiple restaurants, bars and poolside dining options across the resort complex.
Encore is the pick for travelers who want many dining and bar choices without leaving the resort.
Vdara has a single heated seasonal rooftop pool focused on a quieter pool experience with cabanas.
Vdara suits guests who want a calmer pool environment with cabana options rather than large-scale pool parties.
Encore provides multiple outdoor pools and poolside bars as part of its full resort offering.
Choose Encore if you want several pool options and a livelier pool scene at a large casino resort.
Vdara emphasizes spa and wellness with a large, highly regarded spa facility.
Vdara is for guests prioritizing spa, fitness and a low-key evening atmosphere.
Encore balances a full-service spa with an active nightlife and casino floor.
Encore is better if you want both spa services and late-night entertainment/gaming within the same property.

Vdara — all-suite, smoke-free property focused on spa and calm, walkable access to CityCenter.

Encore — full-scale casino resort with nightclubs, multiple bars and late-night dining options.

Vdara — The Spa at Vdara is a large, two-level facility with multiple treatment rooms and dedicated lounges.

Encore — multiple restaurants, bars and outdoor pools mean more on-site choices without leaving the resort.
Vdara is non-gaming and entirely smoke-free; Encore is a casino resort with gaming and nightlife.
Vdara has a large, 18,000 sq ft spa (The Spa at Vdara). Encore/Wynn lists full spa services on site, but Vdara emphasizes spa size and facilities.
Encore offers more restaurants, bars and nightlife; Vdara keeps on-site dining limited to Market Cafe Vdara and VICE VERSA Patio & Lounge with nearby ARIA options.
Both properties accept guests of all ages, but both require a guest 21 or older to check in. Pool age/supervision rules differ — check each hotel's pool policy before booking.
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