Aria Resort & Casino is the centerpiece of CityCenter, the 67-acre mixed-use complex MGM Resorts built at 3730 South Las Vegas Boulevard on the South Strip. Two curved glass towers rise 50 stories above a 150,000-square-foot casino floor, and the resort has been owned by Blackstone and operated by MGM Resorts International since a 2021 sale-leaseback deal. Aria opened December 16, 2009, and its 4,002 guestrooms and suites, floor-to-ceiling windows, and room-automation tech made it one of the most architecturally distinct hotels ever built on the Strip.
Stay here for the design-forward, tech-savvy version of a Strip mega-resort: fewer neon distractions, more glass and light, and direct indoor access to The Shops at Crystals, Vdara, and the Park MGM/T-Mobile Arena corridor. It’s a strong pick for couples, design-minded travelers, and conventioneers who want upscale rooms and top-tier dining without staying inside an older, theme-driven casino.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: South Las Vegas Strip, CityCenter (3730 S Las Vegas Blvd)
- Operator: MGM Resorts International (owned by Blackstone)
- Opened: December 16, 2009
- Rooms: 4,002 guestrooms and suites, including 549 suites
- Price tier: Luxury / upper mid-range
- Casino: ~150,000 sq ft gaming floor
- Signature attraction: CityCenter architecture, 215,000 sq ft pool deck, Fine Art Collection
- Headline venue: JEWEL nightclub (Tao Group); PokerGO Studio
Rooms, Pool and Casino
Aria’s two curvilinear glass towers hold 4,002 guestrooms and suites, including 549 suites, all built around floor-to-ceiling windows and in-room tech controls for lighting, climate and curtains. The 150,000-square-foot casino sits at the base of the towers and connects directly to Crystals and the CityCenter tram, which links to Vdara and Bellagio for free. Outside, a 215,000-square-foot pool deck spans multiple pools, cabanas and the adults-oriented Liquid Pool Lounge, plus an 80,000-square-foot spa.
Shows, Attractions and Dining
Aria doesn’t run a resident production show today — Viva Elvis and Zarkana both closed years ago — so entertainment centers on nightlife and dining rather than a theater. JEWEL, Tao Group’s 24,000-square-foot nightclub, anchors the after-dark scene, and Lift Bar overlooks the casino floor with live entertainment. The dining lineup is a major draw on its own: Jean-Georges Steakhouse from Jean-Georges Vongerichten and the Rat Pack-styled Italian-American spot Carbone are two of the most talked-about restaurants on the Strip.
For arena shows and residencies, Aria’s location inside CityCenter puts it within an easy walk of T-Mobile Arena and the Park MGM corridor.
Location and Who Should Stay Here
Aria sits mid-to-south on the Strip between Bellagio and Park MGM/T-Mobile Arena, reachable on foot from both without crossing Las Vegas Boulevard thanks to the CityCenter tram and elevated walkways. It’s a good base for couples and design-focused travelers who want a modern, art-filled resort, and for anyone catching a show at T-Mobile Arena or a Colosseum residency a short rideshare away at Caesars Palace. Families will find it comfortable but less theme-park-oriented than resorts built around kid attractions.
Explore more: More Las Vegas Strip hotel guides, T-Mobile Arena, a short walk from Aria, Tips for planning a Las Vegas residency show.
Aria Resort & Casino FAQs
What is the resort fee and parking cost at Aria?
Aria charges a nightly resort fee that has recently run in roughly the $50-$62 range (confirm the exact figure at booking, as it varies by date). Self-parking runs about $20-$25 per 24 hours and valet about $40, though MGM Rewards Pearl-tier members and above get discounted or complimentary parking.
Where is Aria located relative to the Strip and Sphere?
Aria is on the South Strip inside CityCenter, between Bellagio and Park MGM. It’s walkable to T-Mobile Arena and the Strip’s center, while Sphere and the Venetian/Caesars area to the north are a short rideshare or a longer walk away.
Is Aria a good choice for families?
Aria works fine for families who want upscale rooms and a large pool deck, but it’s designed more for adults and conventions than kid-focused attractions, so families chasing theme-park energy may prefer a resort built around that instead.
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