Best Hotels near Mc Carran Intl Airport (LAS)

Overall, visitors love the quiet atmosphere and family-friendliness of this oasis on the Strip. For one, this luxury Las Vegas hotel is a gaming-free refuge. And even though this Four Seasons property sits on the top five floors of Mandalay Bay's tower, it has its own express elevators and the private check-in desk is said to have some of the speediest (and friendliest) staff in town. Once you've arrived in your room, you'll be welcomed by art deco decor, flat-screen TVs, iPod docking stations and impressive vistas of the Las Vegas skyline. Some recent travelers complained that being relegated to the south end of the Strip keeps them far from the action, but most visitors enjoyed the seclusion. In addition to its tranquil atmosphere, the hotel also boasts an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a spa, two on-site restaurants and three bars. What's more, guests are granted access to the Mandalay Bay's 26 restaurants, in addition to its pools. And if you're traveling with youngsters, you'll be happy to know the hotel offers a host of kid-friendly amenities, including a welcome gift and childrens menus in the on-site restaurants.

First off, we should note that staying at SKYLOFTS could set you back thousands of dollars. Still, recent travelers have really enjoyed the pampering they received in the ultra-luxurious, loft-style rooms at this Vegas hotel. The journey begins with car service in a limousine from the airport to the private SKYLOFT entrance at the MGM Grand on the Strip. After check-in, you'll ride a private elevator to your spacious suite at the top of the building. And you'll find plenty of extras, like a personal concierge, an infinity spa tub, a heated towel rack and an in-loft espresso machine. You'll even have access to an in-room, touch-screen universal remote that controls everything from the lighting to the room's temperature. What's more, some lofts come equipped a private plunge pool or a full kitchen, if you're so inclined. Recent visitors raved about their stays in the accommodations, citing the excellent staff members and the pampering amenities as reasons to return.

Formerly THE hotel at Mandalay Bay, the 1,117-room Delano Las Vegas is a trendy, all-suite hotel located at the southern end of the Las Vegas Strip. The Delano features a few restaurants, two upscale bars and 3940 Coffee and Tea. Many guests laud the Delano's spacious rooms, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows, minibars and MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities. The Delano only has a few on-site amenities, including the BATHHOUSE Spa, which offers 12 treatment rooms, and the Lounge, which boasts expansive windows overlooking the Strip from the top floor of the hotel. And while this Las Vegas retreat noticeably lacks a casino, guests of the Delano can walk to the connected Mandalay Bay, which features a casino, an 11-acre complex that contains pools, a shark aquarium and an artificial beach. With its laid-back vibes, the Delano is a calmer respite from the overstimulation found in other upscale hotels and resorts along the Las Vegas Strip.

A block and a half off the Strip, The Signature at MGM Grand is a bit of an odd duck compared to other Sin City properties. As a condo-hotel, The Signature's suites come with fully equipped kitchens and balconies overlooking the bustle below. Recent guests praised the rooms and cleanliness of the hotel and laud the quiet non-gaming and smoke-free environment. Just be sure to read the fine print: Although the property acts like a full-service hotel (and falls under the MGM Resorts brand), each suite is technically a condo that is handled by various management companies. So it's best that you understand the rental terms before you solidify your reservations.

Perched at the south end of the Strip, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino overlooks the bustling Sin City. And when you want to explore Las Vegas further, there's a monorail system that will take you to other casinos nearby. Travelers give Mandalay Bay mixed reviews, though; some complain that there are too many kids at the pool and man-made beach (it's known as one of the most family-friendly hotels in town), but on the flip side others describe a relaxing ambiance at the poolside cabanas. Rooms feature spa tubs, floor-to-ceiling windows, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and iHome radios. If you're really hankering for a quieter atmosphere, you can book a room upstairs at the Four Seasons, which occupies the Mandalay Bay Tower's top five floors.

At the massive MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, bigger is better, even if it makes the floor plan confusing to navigate. Not that you really need to find your way to the door to leave, anyway: The MGM houses more than 5,000 rooms and suites, 15 restaurants and nine entertainment venues, including the popular Hakkasan Nightclub and Wet Republic Ultra Pool complex. Top entertainers include DJs Calvin Harris and Steve Aoki, and the acrobats of Cirque du Soleil's Kà. And despite its confusing and immense layout, the MGM still fares well with Vegas travelers – though they do recommend you pack a comfortable pair of shoes. You'll find this MGM Resorts property on the Strip, which participates in the brand's M life Rewards program, across the street from the New York - New York Hotel and Casino.

The New York–New York Hotel & Casino is another one of Las Vegas' more popular themed hotels. Design elements like the cramped recreation of the Manhattan skyline, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty amp up the whimsy, while the roller coaster circling the property is just pure fun. The interior has undergone a "makeunder" (to tone down the kitsch-factor), but replicas of Greenwich Village (as a food court) and Big Apple Arcade still remain. Most recent travelers enjoyed the somewhat hectic replication of the Big Apple, but some complained about the underwhelming pool and dated rooms (compared to Vegas hotel standards). Even so, with an eclectic list of amenities (a casino, an Irish pub and a dueling piano bar, to name a few), New York–New York Hotel & Casino is an entertaining time. You'll find New York–New York across the street from the MGM Grand on the southern end of the Strip.

Since its opening in 1957, this hotel on the south side of the Strip received a reputation for shabbiness and gaudiness – that is, until its 2011 renovation. The Trop's $180 million facelift brought with it a new South Beach theme, new dining establishments (the Italian restaurant Bacio, for example) and most notably, the redesigned 2-acre pool complex that offers plenty of daybeds and cabanas. Tropicana's guest rooms also received updates – recent guests noted their clean lines and classy decor with orange accents, a far cry from the tacky Tropicana of yesteryear. Rooms also feature 300-thread-count linens and white plantation shutters. The hotel's 62,011-square-foot casino is smaller than most on the Strip, but it still contains poker and roulette tables, as well as plenty of slot machines. Plus, since this hotel is part of Hilton's brand, Hilton Honors members can earn or use points here.