Once considered the capital of neon kitsch, Las Vegas has quietly reinvented itself as a true luxury destination. And while Sin City Las was always about spectacle, these days, the glitter comes with a different kind of shine: the “new Vegas” catering instead to a global elite drawn by A-list residencies, hotels dripping with over-the-top luxury and buzzy restaurants attached to famous name chefs. Think less casino capital, more global playground for those who crave the best—whether that’s a Michelin-starred steak cooked tableside, a night at The Sphere or a serene morning in a $3,000 spa suite overlooking the Strip. Here’s where to see and be seen.
Stay: Suites That Redefine Indulgence
Celebrating 25 years on the Las Vegas strip last year, the newly refreshed Venetian Resort remains a crown jewel. The first phase of it $1.5-billion renovation ushering in a brighter, sleeker look to the classic palazzo aesthetic—plush interiors, curated art, and discreet in-room tech. Newly remodeled King Suites are nearly twice the size of a typical Vegas hotel room with sunken living rooms, all-marble Roman tubs and Italian toiletries by Etro, plus prime Strip or Sphere views.
Across the Strip, Fontainebleau Las Vegas has quickly become the address for insiders—its guest list rumored to include the likes of Beyoncé and Leonardo DiCaprio, all drawn to its mix of spectacle and seclusion.
Designed with sleek Miami lineage, the resort exudes cinematic glamour at every turn, from its marble-clad lobby and floral installations to the rich velvet textures and sculptural lighting that define its interiors. Suites here range from expansive Executive and Fleur de Lis Suites, each with panoramic views of the Strip and spa-like marble bath, to crown jewel the Penthouse Presidential Suite, which features a private dining salon, entertainment lounge, and a soaking tub set against floor-to-ceiling windows. For maximum privacy, a discreet VVIP concierge desk and private elevator bank offer seamless, low-profile arrivals, while personalized concierge programs can arrange everything from private gallery tours to trackside F1 access. Members of invitation-only club the Poodle Room enjoy access to a hidden world above the Strip.
See: The Sphere and F1 Stars
If there’s one symbol of new Las Vegas, it’s the Sphere—a 366-foot globe pulsing with light, sound, and spectacle. Expanded to fill the venue’s 160,000-square-foot LED screen—with haptic seating and other 4D effects bringing the Yellow Brick Road to life—1939 classic The Wizard of Oz runs at The Sphere through March 31, 2026. And After U2’s record-breaking run, The Eagles now headline through early 2026, with Backstreet Boys next in the lineup. Premium Suites here elevate the experience further with an expedited VIP entry, best-in house box seats for unmatched views, refreshments, and a dedicated attendant.
Since 2023, Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix has turned race week into one of the biggest dates in the city’s fall event season. The Bellagio Fountain Club pairs trackside views with chef pop-ups and caviar bars, while the ultra-VIP “Papi Steak Garage” ticket experience includes three-day access to the Paddock Club rooftop and LIV on the Grid, F1 Paddock Pass access for behind-the-scenes views, and exclusive F1 events like pit lane walks and podium celebration access, plus weekend Poodle Room privileges.
Spa: Wellness Becomes a Status Symbol
Recovery has become the new luxury at Awana Spa inside Resorts World. Inspired by European bathhouses and Southeast Asian wellness rituals, Awana’s signature Fountain of Youth room sets the tone with “journey” treatments—guided sound therapy and aromatherapy inhalations designed to rebalance body and mind: move througg thermal chambers, Himalayan salt rooms, and experiential showers before cooling down with cryotherapy. A modern take on the traditional Turkish bath, the Red Flower Hammam has become a favorite among performers and athletes while the Quantum Harmonics session combines vibration, frequency, and meditation in a private sound suite and promises an even deeper reset.
Across the Strip, the new and also incredibly gorgeous Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Las Vegas takes indulgence to cinematic levels. Designed to tap into Circadian rhythms and the moon’s gravitational pull, days are orchestrated in two phases: Lo-Tide Mornings for Zen vibes and Hi-Tide Afternoons for a more vibrant atmosphere with the four-hour Celestial Waters Passport allowing ample time to float between vitality and cold-plunge pools, steam and sauna rooms, and the stargazing lounge. In the VIP and Supernova suites, couples can book leisurely half-days filled with massages, mineral wraps, and Champagne service.
Day passes are another option, making it easier to linger long if staying elsewhere. At the Athena Infinity Ultra Pool within Resorts World, the vibe leans modern and social, with chilled cocktails, cabanas, and underwater LED lights that shimmer after dark. Luxury goes maximalist with a dedicated poolside menu by chef Josh Capon at Fontainebleau’s Oasis Pool Deck.
Shop: Retail as Ritual
Between treatments, shopping becomes its own form of indulgence. At the retail promenade inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas, guests can book private styling sessions or personal shopping appointments at Balmain and Dior where limited-edition pieces often debut before hitting other markets.
The standout boutique, Alaïa, marks the label’s only outpost outside New York—its architectural silhouettes and precision tailoring drawing in collectors and stylists alike. Just up the Strip, The Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort blend Italian romance with retail fantasy. Here, it’s possible to have notebooks monogrammed at Montblanc, commission custom Cinderella-worthy heels at Jimmy Choo, or pick up exquisitely packaged treats from ROYCE’, the Japanese chocolatier from Hokkaido.
Dine: Star Power Chefs & Cocktail Bars
Opened to acclaim this fall, COTE brings New York polish to the Strip, where wagyu meets nightlife in this neon-lit, Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse. Nearby, José Andrés revives Bazaar Meat at The Venetian’s Palazzo tower—expect cotton-candy foie gras and a roving martini cart. Adding to the city’s chef power, James Beard Award–winner Kwame Onwuachi will open his first West Coast restaurant at the SAHARA later this year, celebrating Caribbean flavors, while Gabriela Cámara’s Cantina Contramar at the Fontainebleau promises Mexico City coastal cool when it debuts in early 2026.
For skyline cocktails, head to Allé Lounge on 66 at Resorts World for Japanese-inspired bites—wagyu sliders and pan-seared Hokkaido scallops among them. Back on the Strip, Lisa Vanderpump’s Pinky’s at The Flamingo serves up a candy floss–topped cocktails (see: Daddy Issues) amid Art Deco glam décor. Or for something quieter, slip into The Vault, a reservation-only speakeasy tucked inside The Bellagio. Behind a discreet, unmarked door lies an intimate room aglow with bronze mirrors and an 80-globe faceted chandelier that casts a warm, cinematic light. Order The Seductress—an espresso martini reimagined with rum aged in bourbon casks—and linger.
A New Rhythm: Elevated Excess
In 2025, Vegas masters the art of the exhale. Luxury is no longer just flash—it’s flow: meditation before tasting menus, cryotherapy before cocktails, private suites one night, a chill spa day the next. Bold and cinematic, the city has shifted from playground of excess to capital of curated luxury.
