Vdara Hotel & Spa

Vdara Hotel & Spa stands at 2600 W Harmon Ave in the CityCenter complex on the Center Strip of Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. A covered walkway links the tower to Aria and from there to Bellagio and the Crystals shopping district, so visitors reach several major resorts without crossing Las Vegas Boulevard at street level. The Strip is a short walk to the east, and Harry Reid International Airport lies roughly a ten-minute drive away. The property is distinctive for being both non-gaming and non-smoking, an unusual combination in a city built around casinos, which gives the lobby and corridors a quiet, residential feel compared with neighbouring resorts. The curved glass tower was designed as an all-suite hotel, and every unit is a suite rather than a standard room. Studio Suites include a kitchenette with a refrigerator and cooktop, which suits longer stays and families who want to prepare simple meals. City Suites add more living space, and the One-Bedroom Penthouse sits at the top of the range. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame views of the Strip, the Bellagio fountains area or the surrounding desert mountains depending on orientation. Amenities include a spa, a pool with sun terrace, a fitness centre and wifi, though a mandatory resort fee of roughly $40-$55 per night applies on top of rates that typically run from about $150 to $450. Dining on site is modest by Strip standards because the hotel has no casino floor, but the walkway puts the restaurants of Aria and Bellagio within easy reach, along with the CityCenter food court options and the free tram between Park MGM, Aria and Bellagio. Service is geared towards business travellers, couples and families who prefer a calm base; check-in is streamlined and the concierge can arrange show tickets and transport. With a guest rating of about 4.4, Vdara is often chosen by visitors who want upscale suites and central access without casino noise or smoke.