
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
Best for skyline dining, thrill-ride experiences, and an all-ages stay close to downtown Las Vegas.
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is a 4-star, all-ages, tower-forward casino resort at the north end of the Strip with thrill rides, a revolving restaurant, and rooftop pool experiences; read this if you want a vertical, value-oriented Las Vegas stay near downtown. ARIA Resort & Casino is a 5-star, modern luxury CityCenter resort with high-tech rooms, multiple signature restaurants, a large spa and several pools; read this if you want sleek, contemporary luxury on the central Strip.
Updated · about 3.0 miles (4.8 km) apart

Best for skyline dining, thrill-ride experiences, and an all-ages stay close to downtown Las Vegas.

Best for contemporary luxury, a large full-service spa, extensive meeting space and upscale dining/nightlife in CityCenter.
When The STRAT wins: choose The STRAT if you want the landmark tower experience — revolving Top of the World, high-altitude thrill rides, and seasonal rooftop pool scenes — plus easier access to downtown and often more value-oriented room rates.
When ARIA wins: choose ARIA if you prioritize modern, design-forward rooms, a large full-service spa, dozens of high-end restaurants and bars, and a central-Strip location inside CityCenter near other luxury resorts and entertainment.
Bottom line: The STRAT is a vertical, experience-focused option at the Strip’s north gateway; ARIA is the safer pick for contemporary luxury, spa and dining variety. Pick based on whether you want tower attractions and proximity to downtown (STRAT) or CityCenter modern luxury and amenities (ARIA).
| Category | The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower | ARIA Resort & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Vertical, attraction-led, value-conscious casino hotel with thrill rides and a revolving restaurant. | Sleek, modern luxury resort in CityCenter with technology-forward rooms and a focus on dining/spa. |
| Location | Northern Strip at 2000 Las Vegas Blvd S — gateway to downtown and closer to Fremont Street. | Central Strip (CityCenter) at 3730 Las Vegas Blvd S — near The Cosmopolitan and Bellagio attractions. |
| Distance between properties | about 3.0 miles (4.8 km) | |
| Size (rooms) | Not published | 4002 guestrooms |
| Pools | Two seasonal pools: Swim & Social (family-friendly) and WET24 (adults-only 21+); seasonal hours and entry rules apply. | Three outdoor pools and 3 hot tubs (resort-style pool complex). |
| Restaurants & bars | 10 restaurants and multiple bars, including Top of the World (revolving steakhouse), McCall's Heartland Grill and casual outlets. | 14 restaurants and 11 bars/lounges, including well-known signature dining options and poolside bars. |
| Spa & wellness | No full-service spa on property; 24-hour fitness center (guests 16+). | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials and large fitness facilities. |
| Casino | 80,000 sq ft casino with 798 slot machines, 38 gaming tables and a sportsbook. | Casino floor about 150,000 sq ft with ~1600 slot machines and ~100 gaming tables plus VIP rooms. |
| Meetings & events | About 25,000 sq ft of meeting and event space, plus multiple elevated/observation venues for unique events. | Approximately 510,000 sq ft of conference/meeting space and 51 meeting rooms — far larger convention capacity. |
| Family policy | Family-friendly overall; primary check-in guest must be 21; pools include family and adults-only options. | All-ages resort; guests under 21 must be accompanied as required by property policies; not adults-only. |
The STRAT sits at the northern tip of the Strip, a short trip to downtown and Fremont Street.
Choose The STRAT for proximity to downtown and a distinct northern-Strip location.
ARIA is in CityCenter on the central Strip, within walking distance of several major Strip attractions.
Choose ARIA if you want the convenience of CityCenter and close access to central-Strip shows and nightlife.
The STRAT’s room list emphasizes tower views and a range of value-to-upgraded options.
Expect straightforward rooms with tower-centric options and value-oriented categories.
ARIA’s room roster is large and oriented to modern luxury, with many view and suite permutations.
Expect a broad range of modern, tech-forward rooms and many suite/upgraded options at ARIA.
The STRAT mixes a signature revolving fine-dining steakhouse with several casual and midscale outlets.
Choose The STRAT for unique high-view dining and a practical mix of casual options.
ARIA provides a wide spectrum of dining from upscale signature restaurants to casual cafes and multiple bars.
ARIA is the pick for variety and high-end dining choices concentrated inside one resort complex.
The STRAT centers on its tower attractions and two seasonal pool experiences, one family-friendly and one adult-only.
The STRAT’s signature amenity is its tower and rooftop experiences rather than a single large spa pool complex.
ARIA’s pool area is a multi-pool resort complex complemented by a full-service spa.
ARIA is better if you want a larger, resort-style pool complex combined with spa services.
Wellness at The STRAT focuses on a 24-hour fitness center plus on-property entertainment and lounges.
Pick The STRAT for fitness access, casual nightlife and on-site shows tied to the tower experience.
ARIA pairs a full-service spa and extensive nightlife/dining with large entertainment and convention offerings.
ARIA is the choice if spa services and centralized nightlife/dining are important to your stay.

Top of the World and high-altitude rides (Big Shot, SkyJump, X-Scream) give The STRAT a unique skyline advantage.

ARIA offers a full-service spa, large resort pools and contemporary luxury rooms across thousands of guestrooms.

With roughly 14 restaurants and a wide bar program, ARIA has more upscale and varied dining options on property.

ARIA’s roughly 510,000 sq ft of conference space and 51 meeting rooms suit large conventions and multi-room events.
Both are all-ages properties, but The STRAT highlights family-friendly Swim & Social pool and tower attractions; ARIA offers broader amenities but no on-site family-only attractions like the tower rides.
The STRAT is at the northern Strip gateway and is closer to downtown and the Fremont Street area; ARIA is in central CityCenter further south.
ARIA has a full-service spa; The STRAT does not have an on-site full-service spa according to the hotel's FAQ.
Yes — The STRAT offers WET24, an adults-only (21+) rooftop pool; ARIA’s pools are resort-style and not described as fully adults-only in the supplied listing.
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