
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
Best for casino action, high-altitude dining, and thrill rides above the Strip.
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is a 4-star, casino-centered resort on the northern Strip known for its tower, thrill rides, and high-energy public spaces; this guide is for travelers who want casino action, skyline dining, and family-friendly pools. Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is a 5-star, non-gaming all-suite hotel in CityCenter focused on quieter, spa-forward stays; this guide is for travelers who prefer suite space, fewer casino crowds, and a relaxed spa/daytime vibe.
Updated · about 3.0 miles (4.8 km) apart

Best for casino action, high-altitude dining, and thrill rides above the Strip.

Best for quieter, all-suite stays with a full-service spa and central Strip/CityCenter access.
When The STRAT wins: choose The STRAT if you want visible Las Vegas skyline views, an on-site casino, a revolving fine-dining restaurant, rooftop thrill rides, or a family-friendly resort pool experience with an adults-only rooftop option.
When Vdara wins: choose Vdara if you want a non-gaming, all-suite hotel with kitchenettes, a full-service spa, a smaller on-property food-and-drink footprint for quieter evenings, and easy walking access to CityCenter destinations.
Bottom line: The STRAT is the pick for visitors after high-energy casino life, tower attractions, and multiple casual-to-fine dining options; Vdara is the pick for travelers who prioritize roomy studios/suites, a spa-first quiet stay, and proximity to CityCenter without the casino floor.
| Category | The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower | Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively casino resort anchored by a 1,149-ft observation tower and thrill rides | Quiet, non-gaming, all-suite luxury hotel focused on spa and apartment-style rooms |
| Location | Northern Strip at 2000 Las Vegas Blvd S; gateway to downtown | CityCenter near Aria on West Harmon Avenue; walkable to T-Mobile Arena and Bellagio area |
| Distance between properties | about 3.0 miles (4.8 km) to Vdara | |
| Size / rooms | Offers 10 room types (room count not published here) | Approximately 1,400 guestrooms / suites (listing) |
| Ages / audience | All ages allowed; primary guest checking in must be 21+; family-friendly pools | Not adults-only; family stays allowed (adults-only policy: false) |
| Pools & pool policy | Two seasonal pools: Swim & Social (family-friendly) and WET24 (adults-only 21+); seasonal hours | Outdoor seasonal pool and pool cabanas (surcharge); seasonal pool hours published by property |
| Restaurants & bars | Ten on-property restaurants and bars including Top of the World (revolving steakhouse) and casual outlets | Market Cafe Vdara, coffee shop/cafe, bar/lounge and limited room service hours (one main restaurant listed) |
| Spa & wellness | No on-site spa (hotel states it does not have a spa); 24-hour fitness center (16+) | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials, plus fitness facilities and steam room |
| Known for | Observation tower, thrill rides (Big Shot, SkyJump, X-Scream), games and live shows | Non-gaming, suite layouts with kitchenettes and quieter CityCenter setting |
| Event & meeting space | Extensive event spaces including unique high-altitude venues and multiple chapels/ballrooms | About 16,500 sq ft of conference/meeting space with 7 meeting rooms |
The STRAT sits at the northern end of the Strip near downtown and Fremont Street.
Choose The STRAT for easy access to downtown and a standout tower presence.
Vdara is part of CityCenter near Aria, within walking distance of Strip shows and attractions.
Choose Vdara for a quieter base close to the heart of the Strip and CityCenter amenities.
The STRAT offers a range of standard rooms and suites with city views and several room tiers.
Choose The STRAT for traditional Las Vegas rooms with tower-and-Strip sightlines and family-friendly options.
Vdara is an all-suite hotel with many studio and suite configurations, some with kitchenettes.
Choose Vdara for roomy studio and suite layouts with kitchenette options and apartment-style comfort.
The STRAT has multiple on-site dining choices across price points, from casual to fine dining.
The STRAT is the better pick if you want many on-site dining options and late-night casino bars.
Vdara’s food-and-drink offering is smaller and more low-key compared with large Strip casino resorts.
Choose Vdara if you prefer a quieter food scene or want to walk to nearby CityCenter dining.
The STRAT pairs a large family-friendly pool deck with a separate adults-only rooftop pool and the SkyPod thrill attractions.
Pick The STRAT for pool variety and the unique tower thrill-ride experience.
Vdara emphasizes a calmer pool and spa scene that complements its non-gaming, suite-focused approach.
Pick Vdara for a quieter pool experience and a proper full-service spa.
The STRAT mixes 24-hour fitness access with on-property entertainment and a busy casino nightlife.
Choose The STRAT for late-night entertainment and fitness access around the clock.
Vdara focuses on spa services and a quieter evening environment without a casino floor.
Choose Vdara when your priority is spa treatments and a low-key, restorative stay.

The STRAT — family-friendly Swim & Social pool, multiple casual dining options, and tower attractions that appeal to kids and teens.

Vdara — non-gaming, all-suite hotel with a full-service spa and quieter public areas near CityCenter.

The STRAT — Top of the World revolving steakhouse and multiple tower bars provide dramatic city views.

Vdara — many studio and suite types with kitchenettes and larger layouts suited to longer visits or families wanting in-room cooking.
Vdara is closer to Bellagio and CityCenter attractions; The STRAT is at the northern Strip nearer downtown.
Pick Vdara for a dedicated full-service spa and quieter, non-gaming atmosphere.
No — The STRAT has an on-site casino; Vdara is a non-gaming hotel.
The STRAT — it has a casino, multiple bars, and regular on-site entertainment; Vdara is quieter and you’d walk to nearby CityCenter venues for shows.
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