
Vdara Hotel & Spa
Best for calmer, smoke-free suite stays with a focus on spa and a smaller, quieter pool scene.
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Vdara Hotel & Spa is a five-star, non-smoking, non-gaming all-suite hotel in CityCenter that suits travelers who want a quieter, spa-forward stay near the Strip’s action. The Palazzo at The Venetian is a five-star, luxury all-suite casino resort connected to The Venetian for guests who want larger suites plus shopping, dining, and full casino nightlife on-site.
Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Best for calmer, smoke-free suite stays with a focus on spa and a smaller, quieter pool scene.

Best for travelers who want large suites with immediate access to a big casino, many restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.
When Vdara wins: pick Vdara if you want a smoke-free, non-gaming all-suite hotel with a strong spa, a calmer atmosphere, and a seasonal rooftop pool within CityCenter.
When The Palazzo wins: choose The Palazzo if you want an on-site casino, many dining and shopping options, large suite choices, and convention or nightlife energy tied into The Venetian complex.
Bottom line: Vdara is the quieter, wellness-forward all-suite option on the Strip; The Palazzo is the full-scale luxury casino resort for guests who want big suites plus Vegas entertainment and retail under one roof.
| Category | Vdara Hotel & Spa | The Palazzo at The Venetian |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Quiet, smoke-free, non-gaming, spa-forward | Large-scale luxury casino resort with active nightlife and retail |
| Location | CityCenter between Bellagio and ARIA, walking access to nearby Strip highlights | On the north-central Strip, directly connected to The Venetian and Grand Canal Shoppes |
| Size (rooms) | About 1,400–1,495 suites (57-story tower) | 2,854 guestrooms |
| Pools | One seasonal heated rooftop pool plus cabanas and some plunge pools | Multiple pools with poolside bars and cabana options (on-site pools listed; 2 poolside bars) |
| Restaurants & bars | Market Cafe Vdara (24-hr) and VICE VERSA Patio & Lounge (tapas/lounge) + pool bar | 11+ restaurants, 4 coffee shops/cafes, 2 poolside bars, bar/lounge and 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Vdara — 18,000 sq ft, 11 treatment rooms, sauna/steam/hot tub, spa access 18+ | Full-service spa on-site (spa and fitness available; reservations recommended) |
| Casino & nightlife | No casino, no nightclub — lounge-only evening options | Large casino floor (831 slot machines, 105 gaming tables), nightclub and live shows |
| Event & meeting space | About 16,500 sq ft of event space (ballrooms and meeting rooms for up to ~360) | Extensive conference center and 349 meeting rooms (conference space ~2,250,000 sq ft listed) |
| Smoking policy | Entirely non-smoking property (penalties for smoking in rooms) | Designated smoking areas; property enforces fines in those areas |
| Family policy | All ages welcome; minimum check-in age 21 | |
Vdara sits in CityCenter between Bellagio and ARIA, with easy walking access to nearby Strip attractions.
Best if you want a quieter CityCenter base within comfortable walking distance of major Strip sights.
The Palazzo occupies a central Strip position directly linked to The Venetian and Grand Canal Shoppes.
Best if you want immediate access to big-resort shopping, dining and casino entertainment.
Vdara is an all-suite property with roomy layouts and a consistent suite-focused product.
Pick Vdara for consistent suite formats and a quieter in-room experience.
The Palazzo offers many large suite options and a wide variety of room types in a big resort.
Pick The Palazzo for more variety of large-suite configurations and view choices within a major casino resort.
Vdara keeps dining compact: two main outlets plus 24-hour market-style café and in-suite options.
Good if you prefer a short list of reliable on-site dining and easy access to nearby ARIA restaurants.
The Palazzo has a large on-site dining roster, multiple cafes and 24-hour room service.
Pick The Palazzo when you want many on-site dining and late-night options without leaving the resort.
Vdara centers around a single seasonal heated rooftop pool with cabanas and a calmer pool scene.
Pick Vdara for a smaller, quieter pool experience that fits the hotel’s low-key atmosphere.
The Palazzo provides multiple pool areas, poolside bars and larger poolside social spaces.
Choose The Palazzo for larger pool choices and a more social poolside scene tied to a full resort.
Vdara emphasizes spa and wellness over nightlife or gaming.
Vdara is the choice if wellness and a subdued evening scene matter more than nightlife.
The Palazzo combines a full-service spa with active casino nightlife and live entertainment.
The Palazzo suits guests who want both spa services and the convenience of casino nightlife and entertainment.

Vdara — an entirely non-smoking, non-gaming all-suite hotel focused on calm and spa amenities.

The Palazzo — a full-scale casino resort with gaming, nightclub and live entertainment.

Vdara — The Spa at Vdara is 18,000 sq ft with 11 treatment rooms and focused wellness programming.

The Palazzo — many restaurants, multiple cafes and direct access to the Grand Canal Shoppes and The Venetian.
Vdara is the clear choice — it is entirely non-smoking and has no casino on site.
The Palazzo — connected to The Venetian and Grand Canal Shoppes, with many dining and entertainment options in-house.
Yes. Both properties welcome guests of all ages, though the minimum check-in age is 21 at both hotels.
The Palazzo has multiple pools and poolside bars for a busier pool scene; Vdara has one seasonal rooftop pool and a quieter atmosphere.
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