If you need something more exciting than a bar but less hectic than a nightclub, a lounge may be the perfect fit for your Las Vegas plans. The best ones in town know how to combine a stiff drink with style and atmosphere.
Check out our guide to the best lounges in Las Vegas.
Pinky Ring
Pinky Ring is Bellagio Resort & Casino’s newest luxe lounge location. Curated exclusively by Bruno Mars, who had a hand in everything from the lounge’s premier cocktail list to its live music, Pinky Ring aims to dazzle guests with its timeless Vegas-style glamour. The sumptuous, stylish decor features vintage furnishings, velvet seating, and a no-phones policy that reflects (and embraces) the lounge’s throwback appeal. Despite an old-school atmosphere, Pinky Ring has no shortage of high-energy party vibes, with its hip line-up of musicians and DJs in an exclusive nightclub setting. Blending modern lounge luxury with plush, vintage charm, Pinky Ring is the perfect escape for anyone looking to bask in Golden Age-style Las Vegas entertainment.
Vanderpump Cocktail Garden
British restaurateur and TV personality Lisa Vanderpump (“The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”) brings her fashionable cocktail parlor to a busy spot on the Caesars Palace casino floor. It has an indoor patio with booths and a full bar, adorned with garden decor, trees and romantic lighting. The lounge is extremely female friendly with colorful, sweeter cocktails and a menu of light bites tailored for a girls night out. But don’t worry — the fellas won’t feel out of place either. The exclusive Vanderpump-branded sangria and rosé are also available so be ready to socialize and schmooze like you’re in Beverly Hills.
Electra Cocktail Club
Gatsby's
With a name like Gatsby’s, you might imagine a secluded Prohibition-style speakeasy, but this stylish lounge is actually a bright, open social spot on the casino floor of the all-new Resorts World. See and be seen. That’s the idea. VIP tables are geared toward the bottle service crowd, but bartenders are on standby for beer, wine, and craft cocktails. Take a go at video poker at the bartop or chill out on a couch and enjoy some lounge beats from the DJ. The overhead orb-like decorations change color throughout the evening.
Oddwood
Oddwood is more than just another bar. It’s the centerpiece of AREA15, a mixed-use entertainment space. Nestled underneath an imposing LED maple tree, the venue is a relatively quiet cocktail lounge throughout the day and early evening, but picks up the pace and shifts into party mode later at night. The menu is smartly put together with libations that are quick and easy to make, but still flavorful and complex. Make a stop before visiting Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart, Wink World and other in-house AREA 15 attractions.
Kassi Beach House
There’s nothing quite like Kassi Beach House in Las Vegas. The venue is a restaurant, bar and poolside lounge combined into one sexy package. The lights are dim, but the private VIP cabanas on the patio are similar to what you’d find at a dayclub. The menu is relatively small, expertly prepared by Executive Chef Josh Stockton. Servers are engaging and knowledgeable about the food and drinks, which is a nice change of pace from most lounges on the Strip.
Barbershop
You could say Barbershop has split personalities. By day, the venue is a men’s grooming saloon with Scotch and other spirits on standby. At night, guests can pass through a secret door to party in a speakeasy-style lounge with leather furniture, VIP tables and a stage for live music. Bottle service is available, but don’t hesitate to challenge the bartenders, who take pride in their carefully crafted cocktails. The whiskey selection is strong and served tableside via a roaming cart.
Hard Shake
The Waldorf Astoria is one of the most sleek and luxurious hotels on the Vegas Strip. Its signature lounge is now called Hard Shake with a brighter, sleeker image than when it was known as SkyBar. The views through stunning floor-to-ceiling windows on the 23rd floor will always be among the best in Vegas. The menu is focused on craft cocktails, served in an elegant setting. There’s no noisy casino nearby, making it a great choice for a romantic evening or catching up with friends.
Skyfall
The name may be inspired by a James Bond film, but Skyfall Lounge has more to offer than martinis shaken, not stirred. The cocktail list is among the most creative on the Strip. However, the best perk is the incredible views of the Strip from the 64th floor of the Delano resort. It’s a great spot to bring a date, especially when requesting a seat on the outdoor patio. Light bites can be ordered from the kitchen of next-door sister restaurant Rivea.
Juliet Cocktail Room
The Juliet Cocktail Room combines cutting-edge New York City-inspired interior design with an exclusive menu of creative craft cocktails with live music, and rows of couches for a sophisticated lounge feel. Come by for “Cocktails & Chords” every Sunday, showcasing the best singers in the local music scene. The bar area gets busy quick, so don’t hesitate to grab a seat in the “library,” a small parlor in the back with a fireplace and bookshelves.
Foundation Room
The Foundation Room, formerly a private club, is best known for its 63rd floor patio views atop the Mandalay Bay hotel tower. The decor has changed a bit over the year. The Buddha artwork was removed and the main floor has opened up for dancing and easier socializing. The drinks and bottle service offerings are relatively routine, but the food is among the best you’ll find in a Vegas ultra lounge.
Bar Parasol
Take an escalator ride down a from the Wynn’s casino floor to Bar Parasol (formerly known as Parasol Down), an intimate spot with a nice selection of spirits and champagne flights next to the scenic Lake of Dreams. Pair a taste of caviar with a shot of vodka and order the chilled oysters on the side. In the mood for something romantic? Order the Havana, a shareable rum Old Fashioned for two people.
Eye Candy
Eye Candy is all about convenience. Located on Mandalay Bay’s casino floor, the bar is a busy destination, easy to pop in and out of, making it a notorious pickup spot during late night hours. The beats are loud with an illuminated, rectangular dance floor that fills up quickly. It’s nowhere close to a nightclub experience, but the lounge offers an intriguing taste of the Vegas party scene. The drinks, while still Strip-prices, cost less than what you’ll find at other places in the resort.
Petrossian Bar
The Petrossian Bar is a different kind of lounge. Instead of a DJ playing beats, the venue showcases live piano players in the center of a patio overlooking the Bellagio lobby and casino floor. The main room is more intimate and better suited for larger parties. Petrossian recently underwent a welcome renovation and now sports a modern look that doesn’t sacrifice its timeless charm. Drinks aren’t cheap, but come with lots of wow factor. Try the “Poof” — a smoky modified Manhattan. Light bites include caviar prepared multiple ways.
