Top 10 Over The Top Las Vegas Pools
Vegas may be known for gambling and nightlife, but during the early part of the day, when you’re shaking off the effects of the night before, a little “hair of the dog” while sitting pool-side helps recharge the batteries for the night to come. (The scenery doesn’t hurt either.)
And just as the casino owners spend huge amounts of money building extravagant hotels, they also spend armored-car loads to create extravagant pools as well. (Shark tanks and three-story high water slides, anyone?)
Since I’ll be heading to Vegas with TravelWorm.com this weekend, I asked them what their top 10 favorite Vegas pools are. Just in case I need to spend some time recharging. And taking in the scenery.
Their choices made the cut based on four criteria: Aesthetics, Exclusivity, VIP treatment, and Amount of bells and whistles.
Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
Dive into action at the their newest attraction, The Tank, an extravagant $20-million pool, complete with a 200,000-gallon shark tank, three-story waterslide and well-appointed cabanas. Thrill in the excitement of swimming inches away from sharks and other marine life.
Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa
Enjoy the beach in privacy only at The Pond, a private European-style sun worshipping area secluded among towering palms where you can enjoy bottle service, dip into the private pool and cool off under the waterfall. The Vegas Strip can be seen from all eight glorious acres.
Flamingo Hotel & Casino
Their four separate pools are housed within a 15-acre tropical retreat, accenting their waters with brightly colored flowers and countless shade-producing palms. From Bugsy’s old-school, oval-shaped pool to a sprawling, grotto-laced lagoon, they have a pool for every personality.
Palms Casino Resort
Worship the sun gods at the pool – an opulent outdoor playground featuring, surprisingly enough, two acres of swimming pools. Up to three thousand guests can party in style, enjoying live concerts, DJs and three incredible bars. Escape the sun in one of 27 luxurious Cabanas.
Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino
The ancient Romans revered water for its healing powers. They built sumptuous public baths and set them amidst fragrant gardens, exercise areas and playing fields. At Caesars Palace, they’ve recreated those glorious havens with their 4.5 acre Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis.
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
When the time comes to go for a swim or just relax in the sun, experience three acres of perfection with luxurious gardens & an island. Pool & beach areas feature private poolside cabanas and 2 pool bars. Beat the heat with some appetizers from their Poolside Café The Sandbar.
Tropicana Resort & Casino
Welcome to the “Island of Las Vegas”, where they feature five acres of tropically landscaped grounds, pools, lagoons and waterfalls. The indoor pool also houses the world’s first swim-up blackjack tables. Plus the arcade includes the most up-to-date games for the entire family.
Hooters Casino Hotel
The pool is a great place to hang out, day or night. Reggae, Island, & Buffet style music gets you in the mood for a relaxing swim, a tan, or a tropical drink at the swim up bar. And you’ll love the Hooters Girls in their bikinis and sarongs. Everyone’s a winner on the pool deck.
Rio Suites Hotel & Casino
A tropical paradise awaits at the famous Ipanema Beach. Lounging upon real sand beaches at the edge of a tropical lagoon, you are surrounded by cascading waterfalls, 4 pools & 5 spas. Bask in the sun with a variety of services including personal massages, great food & drink in the Cococabana and private cabana rentals.
Lake Las Vegas
Not technically a pool, but more of a private lake, Lake Las Vegas Resort’s ten miles of shoreline provide a world of relaxation and recreation. The 320-acre lake offers great escapes for fishing, sailing, kayaking, and swimming. Around the lake is miles of pathways for walking, hiking and biking.
