The Venetian ResortvsPalms Casino Resort
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, The Venetian Las Vegas is preferred by most reviewers compared to Palms Casino Resort. The Venetian Las Vegas comes in at 91 with approval from 17 sources including Michelin Guide, Concierge and Star Service.
The Venetian Resort Show All Reviews
3355 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
From $149/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Ranks behind only the Wynn properties as the Strip’s most luxurious resort."
Frommer's
"One of the most elaborate hotel spectacles in town, The Venetian falls squarely between an outright adult Disneyland experience and the luxury resort experience." Full review
Concierge
"In many ways, the Italian-themed Venetian is the perfect Vegas resort."
Fodor's
"Some of the Strip's largest and plushest accommodations are found at this gilded resort that's a hit with foodies, shoppers, and high rollers alike." Full review
Insight Guides
"Renaissance Italy is captured in dramatic architecture and landscaping, including canals with operating gondolas."
Lonely Planet
"Vegas' own Serenissima features huge suites with sunken living rooms and countless luxuries from afternoon tea to pillow menus. Best for honeymooners." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The most painstakingly detailed of the themed casino resorts, the Venetian is a condensed version of its namesake city and features some of the largest suites on the Strip." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Whether or not The Venetian really evokes accurate images of Venice is beside the point: the sum of the hotel’s parts adds up to an aesthetically pleasing whole."
Condé Nast Traveler
""Luxury abounds" at this hotel constructed of green stone from the Italian Alps." Full review
Time Out
"Attractions here are, with the arguable exceptions of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera and the adjacent Madame Tussaud's, pretty cultured." Full review
Palms Casino Resort Show All Reviews
4321 West Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89103
From $50/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Although it’s still considered among the hippest casinos in town... The Palms is in many respects just a presentable but rather dull locals’ casino."
Concierge
"To enjoy the Palms, you must be a fan of "the scene." If you're not, you will despise this property."
Fodor's
"Rooms at the Palms are large, opulent, and modern, with some unusual amenities for Las Vegas, such as beds with ultra-firm mattresses, duvets, and ample minibars." Full review
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For a tamer Palms experience, ask for a room at Palms Place, which has a private pool and separate restaurant.
Lonely Planet
"Playpen suites are tailored for bachelor and bachelorette parties, or escape to the high-rise Palms Place."
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Request an upper floor to score a Strip view.
DK Eyewitness
"Palms’ 40-story Fantasy Tower has stunning views of Las Vegas. Its Playboy Club is also a big draw."
Star Service
"The modern styling in the large casino, hardwood floors instead of carpeting, and exposed duct work in lieu of chandeliers make a fitting backdrop to the latest in casino technology." Full review
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Request rooms above the seventh floor to avoid nightclub noise.
Gayot
"The creator of and brains behind this resort, the impeccable George Maloof, wanted a hip place near the Strip, for every type of play and every style of player."
BlackBook
"This flashy, Miami-style casino outpost for the twentysomething generation has been the backdrop of numerous reality shows ranging from MTV's Real World to The Surreal Life and Inked."
Zagat
4.2
"This "beautiful" high-rise all-suiter caters to a young, hip crowd with "beautiful", "spacious" accommodations featuring hardwood and marble floors."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Follow all the party people to this slick, high-rise casino resort with scintillating nightlife and a hot summer pool scene." Full review