Bellagio opened on October 15, 1998, at 3600 South Las Vegas Boulevard, built around an 8.5-acre man-made lake that anchors the Strip’s most photographed sight: the Fountains of Bellagio. Owned by Blackstone with MGM Resorts International operating under lease, the resort spans two towers, a 36-story original tower and a 33-story Spa Tower added in 2004, totaling 3,933 rooms.
This is a stay for people who want the classic, high-glamour Strip experience without a theme attached — Italian-lakeside elegance, a fine-art gallery, a botanical conservatory that changes seasonally, and a nightly water show visible from a huge share of the rooms. It suits couples and luxury travelers most, though its central Strip location works for anyone who wants to walk everywhere.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, mid-Strip
- Operator: MGM Resorts International (owned by Blackstone Inc.)
- Opened: October 15, 1998
- Rooms: 3,933 across two towers
- Price tier: Luxury
- Casino: About 156,000 sq ft
- Signature attraction: Fountains of Bellagio
- Headline venue: O by Cirque du Soleil (1,800-seat theater)
Rooms, Pool and Casino
Rooms are split between the original 36-story tower and the 33-story Spa Tower, the latter generally the quieter, more recently renovated option. The resort’s five outdoor pools, four whirlpools, and 51 private cabanas sit in a Mediterranean-styled courtyard rather than a single mega-pool, which keeps the scene more relaxed than some Strip rivals. The roughly 156,000-square-foot casino floor is classic Vegas: table games, a sportsbook, and slots spread across a layout built for browsing between the lobby, shops, and restaurants.
Shows, Attractions and Dining
Cirque du Soleil’s water-themed O has run at Bellagio since it opened, staged in an 1,800-seat theater built around a 1.5-million-gallon pool. Outside the theater, the free Fountains of Bellagio erupt in front of the resort on the hour (and half-hour in the evening), the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens rotates five seasonal displays under Dale Chihuly’s glass sculpture Fiori di Como, and the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art hosts rotating exhibitions. Dining runs deep: Le Cirque, Picasso, Michael Mina, Spago, and PRIME Steakhouse are among the marquee names, several with fountain views.
Location and Who Should Stay Here
Bellagio sits mid-Strip across from The Cosmopolitan and next to Caesars Palace, an easy walk to [The Colosseum at Caesars Palace](https://thrillzing.com/music-venues/the-colosseum-at-caesars-palace-las-vegas/) and a short rideshare or monorail trip from [Sphere](https://thrillzing.com/music-venues/sphere-las-vegas/), [T-Mobile Arena](https://thrillzing.com/music-venues/t-mobile-arena-las-vegas/), and [Allegiant Stadium](https://thrillzing.com/stadiums/allegiant-stadium-las-vegas/). It’s a strong pick for couples, luxury travelers, and anyone building a trip around a Strip residency; families will find it more formal and adult-oriented than resort-style properties further off-center.
Explore more: More Las Vegas hotels and resorts, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, next door, Tips for catching a Las Vegas residency.
Bellagio FAQs
Does Bellagio charge a resort fee, and is parking free?
Yes, Bellagio charges a nightly resort fee like nearly every MGM Resorts property on the Strip, covering Wi-Fi and fitness center access; check current rates when booking as they change periodically. Self-parking and valet are both available, with fees typical of Strip resorts.
How walkable is Bellagio’s location on the Strip?
Very walkable — it’s mid-Strip next to Caesars Palace and across from The Cosmopolitan and CityCenter, with pedestrian bridges connecting to neighboring resorts and easy access to the Strip monorail for reaching arenas further south.
What is Bellagio best known for?
The Fountains of Bellagio, its free choreographed water show visible from the Strip, along with the long-running Cirque du Soleil show O and the Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.
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