McCarran International Airport (LAS): Approximate driving time is 5 minutes and distance is 2 miles.

Driving directions from McCarran International Airport (LAS): Exit the airport via Swenson St. Turn left on E Naples Ave then turn right on Paradise Rd. The hotel is on the right.

Getting there: The best option from the airport is a taxi ($5–$15; fees subject to change without notice), or a rental car.

Getting around: The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to four locations on the Strip. Once there, guests have several convenient options for travel along the Strip: on foot, by taxi, or by city bus (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). The city bus also links the Strip with downtown Las Vegas. For other destinations, a rental car is the best option.

Nobu - Part of renowned Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa's empire that stretches from London to New York to Tokyo, this sleek restaurant of river stones and bamboo features a sushi bar and dishes such as shrimp and lobster in spicy lemon sauce as well as multi-course omakase (chef's choice) dinners.

The Pink Taco - This rustic, casual Mexican restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. A taco maker works near the entrance.

A.J.'s Steakhouse - Contemporary adaptation of classic American steakhouse: polished blond wood, leather banquettes and booths, and walls of gold drapes. Prime-grade beef is served.

Mr. Lucky's - Open 24 hours for soups, salads, sandwiches, sundaes, and other fare. Decorated with Las Vegas memorabilia, including two of Bugsy Siegal's tuxedos.

Starbucks - This popular chain serves coffee and pastries.

Room service is available 24 hours.

Amenity highlights: A three-acre jungle garden includes two sand-beach lagoon pools (open seasonally) connected by a channel, a spiral-tunnel water slide, a grotto bar, and four roomy spas. A wood gazebo contains blackjack and craps tables, and there are also three swim-up blackjack tables. For-rent, thatch-roof cabanas come with television, phone, and ceiling fan. Rock plays continuously.

Insider tip: Thanks to underwater speakers, music can be heard below the swimming pools' surfaces.