Desert bohemian stage
A relaxed, low-key energy replaces classic Strip brashness, flowing from breezy lounge alcoves through an uncrowded casino floor to evening concert stages.
What it’s good at
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Desert-bohemian interiors feature bright sitting chambers, earthy mid-century tones, and living cacti across sunlit public spaces.
Bronze
A five-acre pool complex features shoreline beach entries, a concert theater, and a 60,000-square-foot casino floor.
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Nine varied venues span intimate velvet alcoves at The Shag Room to daybed cocktails at Kassi Beach Club.
Outside the door
On Paradise Road off the main Strip, a short ride to the central casino corridor.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
This subtle bohemian style, including actual desert cacti, is found throughout the resort…
The rooms
Two-zone chambers separate dressing areas and makeup vanities from sleeping lounges behind sliding doors, styled with warm orange seating.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The spa & gym
Leave the phone upstairs.
A Roman-style bathhouse and steam room anchor the spa, while five outdoor pool acres offer shoreline beach entries and daybeds.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Dining ranges from poolside spritzes at Mediterranean-inspired Kassi Beach House to black cod at Nobu and Commons Club cocktails.
How it began
The resort reimagined the storied Hard Rock Hotel site in 2021, replacing loud rock memorabilia with tranquil desert modernism.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Situated on Paradise Road just east of the main Strip, the location offers a quick cab ride into the central neon corridor.
Good to know
Stay here
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Curio Collection by Hilton
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The app
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
Outside the door
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.