Driving up to one of the newest hotels on the Las Vegas strip, Resorts World’s Conrad Hilton hotel is nothing short of impressive.
Opening in 2021 with Paris Hilton in attendance, the entire building shimmers a reflective red. Piercing through, one of the largest LED screens on the strip, canvasing one of the towers, showing the impressive artists and cuisines offered at what could best be described as a mini city.
Resorts World is a lot of things. Gambling? Of course. Over 3,500 rooms of varying luxury? Naturally. A nightclub, a day club, and a giant theater? Yes, yes, and yes. A food court, famed restaurants, a sky-high bar, speak speakeasy, and an entire mall? You’ve found the place. Oh, and we can’t forget about the pools. In our couple of days visiting Resorts World, one thing became clear: the most expensive building in Vegas will have just about everything you need during your stay. And if you do decide to venture out, try the new self-driving Zoox cars. The gram-worthy futuristic car is an absolute treat to ride in to take in the sights of the strip. People come to Vegas to fulfill a lot of different needs, and Resorts World is up to the challenge.
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Entering the lobby, the first thing you’ll notice is just how welcoming it is. A disco-encrusted upright piano that belonged to Liberace sits nearby. That nod to history continues with other art installations throughout the hotel. We were led to the Conrad section of the hotel. There’s also a Hilton section. And a Rockford section. It may seem confusing, but the bottom line is that all the rooms are beautifully appointed. Our room had a breathtaking view of the Strat, Vegas’ space needle.
Heading back downstairs, we hear the cheerful sounds of countless slot machines. A pleasant surprise for the non-gamblers among us, newcomers receive $25 to play on Lady Luck. Sure, you may not be venturing to a high-roller table, but the glittering crystal bar is a great place to play $1 blackjack and have your first beer on the house. But you may just get lucky. We heard several cheers around us of people striking it rich.
Walking to the giant multi-storied mall, dinner awaited us at “The Stubborn Seed by Jeremy Ford.” Heralding from Miami, the fusion-style restaurant came ready with innovation. We tried the Iberico ham fritters and the true showstopper, the Kusshi oysters with a small vial of habanero essence. We had never seen oysters in ceramic shells before. Let alone try them with citrus foam on top. The mains were just as impressive. Shout out to the Australian wagyu striploin. As you’d expect in Vegas, prices can be on the more expensive side, but the food will satisfy expectations.
After a night out on the town and a visit to their adorable “Here Kitty Kitty” speakeasy, the next morning, it was time for breakfast. The obvious choice was a visit to “Viva by Ray Garcia.” The ceviche and tuna tostada were standouts. Make sure you get the margarita flight, and have friends to help finish it. They’re huge, strong, and dangerously delicious. Because we have a sweet tooth, sharing the tres leches French toast seemed obvious. It was the right choice.
Pleasantly buzzed, we headed up to the pools. There are family-friendly pools here, but our eyes were set on the adults-only infinity pool section called Athena. The vibes were peak as we quickly made friends with fellow travelers. A few pina coladas and a giant plate of nachos later, it was time to head to one of the tallest bars on the strip.
At the Alle on 66th lounge, you are certainly high up enough to see just about everything in Vegas. You can step outside from the 66th-floor terrace and take in the beauty of the lights below. This feels like one of those old-school whisky bars. Wood everywhere, comfortable leather seats, and an incredible singer. Befriending our singer, we come to find out she competed on The Voice. Vegas truly is the place for dreamers. The drinks were strong and complex enough to make you feel like James Bond with your martini.
How about that nightlife? Resorts World has that too. Entering Zouk nightclub, we were delighted by the floating LED panels above our heads. Another specially lit contraption — that can only be described as a spaceship-type vessel — floats around the crowd, spitting out lasers and compressed air to the energetic crowd below. Occasionally, sparklers light up the sky as birthdays, retirements, and engagements are celebrated. From dancing behind the DJ booth, we witnessed bottle service women deliver McDonald’s with tins of Caviar with a side of Grey Goose. Expect to make friends here, and then go to the famed Randy’s or Junior’s for a midnight snack like we did.
The next morning, we had some time to kill, so we visited one of the two Starbucks in the hotel and collected our obligatory souvenir mugs. Wandering through the glittering slot machines, we played a few rounds before finding temptation at the wide variety of cuisines at the food court. From British to Asian, to American delights, this section truly earns the name “world” in Resorts World. Special shout out to the wide variety of beers on tap that are pay by the ounce. This may sound silly, but don’t forget to visit the bathroom. It is completely adorned with glittering disco balls and is such a treat, even our Uber driver asked us if we’d seen it when she picked us up.
So, is Resorts World “sliving?” Absolutely. It has something for everyone, even families, and we can’t wait to return. It’s what Paris would do.
