The author was a guest of Universal Horror Unleashed. All opinions are the author’s own, and Universal Horror Unleashed and Conrad Las Vegas had no input in any part of this review.
Resorts World Las Vegas is a mega-resort on the north side of the Las Vegas Strip that encompasses 3 Hilton hotels, a casino, 5 pools, meeting space, and The District, a retail, dining, and entertainment complex. I was excited to learn I had been booked at Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World when business brought me to Vegas in April 2026.
I have a few tips to help make the most of a stay as a Hilton Honors or American Express loyalist. I’ll also walk through what I liked most and least about the property and give you a peek inside the exclusive Club 66.
Booking Conrad Las Vegas
I was booked at Conrad Las Vegas in the lowest room category, a Premium Room – One King Bed, for my April 2026 stay. The lowest nightly rate was $365, with 2 packages to choose from that offered a variety of credits and perks. Higher-cost options included the Conrad Complete all-inclusive package. Included in the $55 resort charge per night was internet access, PressReader app access, smart TV casting, toll-free calls, and discounts at the spa, fitness center, and pool.
The standard room reward was 75,000 Hilton Honors points per night, with resort fees waived on award stays.
A great way to earn Hilton Honors points to redeem for Hilton award nights is with a Hilton co-branded credit card. The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card earns 14x points at Hilton and has a Hilton Resort credit of up to $400 (up to $200 in statement credits semiannually) eligible to use at Conrad Las Vegas (Source: Hilton). Cardholders can also book online or by phone (855-292-5757) to receive a $100 credit at Conrad properties with a 2-night minimum stay.
Conrad Las Vegas is also part of American Express’ The Hotel Collection, where guests can get a room upgrade on arrival (when available), a $100 property credit, and early check-in and late checkout (when available) on bookings of 2 nights or more.
Cardholders of the Platinum Card® from American Express get up to $600 in hotel statement credits (up to $300 between January and June and $300 between July and December) on prepaid Fine Hotels+ Resorts or The Hotel Collection bookings through AmexTravel.com. To receive the credit for a booking at The Hotel Collection, the stay must be 2 or more nights.
Location
Resorts World Las Vegas is at the north end of the Strip. It’s diagonally across from Encore, across from the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall, next to Circus Circus and Fashion Show mall, and close to Fontainebleau. The complex is anchored by 2 hotel towers encompassing Hilton Las Vegas, Crockfords Las Vegas, and Conrad Las Vegas.
The walk to the south end of the Strip is long — my walk from New York-New York back to the resort was about 3 miles and took over an hour. Getting to area attractions was reasonably quick by car, though. I toured the new Universal Horror Unleashed experience at AREA15, which was less than 10 minutes away by car.
Check-In
I checked in around 1:30 p.m., and though there was a QR code advertised for mobile check-in to skip the line, I was through the queue before I could complete the online steps. I was given my keys promptly and directed to the elevators.
There was also a priority check-in desk for Genting Rewards elites (Prime, Monarch, and Imperial) and Hilton Honors elites (Gold and Diamond).
The Resorts World Las Vegas complex is huge, so I found myself using the map and mobile links guide frequently.
What I absolutely loved, compared to other Vegas resorts I’ve stayed at, was the ease of getting from the lobby door to the room elevators in just a few steps.
The Room
I enjoyed my spacious room, but identified a few areas for improvement.
I loved the contrast of the grey patterned carpet against the pops of red and contemporary art. The decor and furnishings looked modern and high-end, and I had a fantastic view over the pool complex and out toward the South Strip.
My top gripe with the room was that the primary workspace was terribly uncomfortable. I’m 5 feet 7 inches tall, yet I sank deep into the red armchair and was too low to comfortably use my mouse and laptop keyboard. I chatted with the front desk to see if another chair could be sent up and was told none were available for this purpose. I tried to make do with an arrangement of pillows, but nothing felt ergonomic over my 3 days working in the room.
Next to the bathroom was a minibar with pressure-sensitive items for sale. A small side fridge was provided for personal items. The furniture housing the minibar seemed mismatched with the rest of the room and looked like cheap melamine about to break apart.
The dresser under the flat-screen TV had a shelf for luggage and a drawer with a safe. I don’t love this type of safe as the lid can be quite heavy and awkward to use (I nearly pinched a finger). Closest to the front door, next to the bathroom entrance, was a closet with an additional luggage rack, iron, ironing board, and hangers.
Bathroom
The bathroom had a large 2-sink vanity, amenities by Byredo Mojave Ghost, and a water closet behind a frosted panel on one side opposite a large shower. The shower had a built-in bench, a rainfall showerhead, and a handheld wand. There was a little mold or mildew in the grout above the pump dispensers in the shower, which was off-putting.
Amenities
Resorts World Las Vegas has a theatre, sportsbook, casino, dayclub, nightclub, pool complex, spa, and fitness center.
Pools
The pool complex at Resorts World has 5 primary pools, with bungalows, chairs, daybeds, and tables for reservation.
The Athena pool area requires you to show ID to verify that you are over 21 (I had to go back up to my room for my license). There is an upper-level pool near the bar and gaming, and a lower-level infinity pool with views to the North Strip.
Casino
I walked through the casino several times and noted gaming tables, high-limit areas, and video slot machines. This area was bright, open, and never smoky.
Fitness Center and Spa
I was impressed with the fitness center, which was as complete as my regular gym, with some fancier equipment, like a curved treadmill, Pelotons, and a sled-pull area.
The Awana Spa & Wellness is near the gym; its treatment menu can be found here.
The District
The District is a mall-style area with retail shops, restaurants, Zouk Nightclub, Ayu Dayclub, and an LED art installation resembling a mini Sphere.
Unique Transportation Options
Resorts World Las Vegas is connected to the Vegas Loop, a tunnel system that transports guests to points around the convention center via Tesla vehicles. It is also a pickup and drop-off point for Zoox driverless robotaxis.
Food and Beverages
Resorts World has over 40 restaurants and bars, including the Famous Foods Street Eats food court near the casino. I enjoyed superb set menus for lunch at Agave Bar & Grill by the pool and for dinner at Wally’s in The District. Service was attentive, portions were huge, and attention to detail in presentation was great.
Breakfast at Club 66
Club 66 in Alle Lounge on the 66th floor is open for breakfast and an evening social hour, but access is limited to Hilton Honors Diamond Reserve members and to those with a package that includes it, such as a breakfast-and-social-hour package or the Conrad Complete package.
The environment is lush, with comfortable seating offering panoramic views of both ends of the Strip. There’s even a small outdoor patio where I captured some great shots of the South Strip.
I visited for breakfast and was impressed by the offerings of eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, yogurt, baked goods, and fruit.
Final Thoughts
Aside from an uncomfortable in-room workspace, I enjoyed my time at Conrad Las Vegas and exploring Resorts World Las Vegas. I was able to maneuver through the property quickly to get to my room, and that ease of access, without feeling like I was constantly lost in the casino, was a big part of why I liked the resort so much.