Caesars Palace opened on August 5, 1966, on the west side of the Las Vegas Strip and remains one of the city’s most recognizable resorts. Owned by Vici Properties and operated by Caesars Entertainment, it has grown from an original 680-room hotel into a sprawling complex with 3,980 rooms and suites across five hotel towers, plus the separately branded Nobu Hotel and a casino floor of nearly 130,000 square feet.
The draw here is legacy entertainment and scale: The Colosseum, the roughly 4,300-seat theater built for Celine Dion, still anchors A-list residencies, while The Forum Shops mall and the Garden of the Gods pool complex give guests a full resort experience without leaving the property. It suits travelers who want a classic, central Strip base with headline shows, upscale dining and a genuinely grand casino floor.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: 3570 Las Vegas Blvd S, center Strip (west side)
- Operator: Caesars Entertainment (owned by Vici Properties)
- Opened: August 5, 1966
- Rooms: 3,980 rooms and suites across five towers (plus Nobu Hotel)
- Price tier: Luxury / upper mid-range
- Casino: Nearly 130,000 sq ft gaming floor
- Signature attraction: The Forum Shops and Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis
- Headline venue: The Colosseum at Caesars Palace (about 4,300 seats)
Rooms, Pool and Casino
Rooms and suites are spread across five main towers, with the separately branded boutique Nobu Hotel and The Villas also on-property, so the experience varies noticeably by tower and price tier. The five-acre Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis offers multiple pools, cabanas and a European-style Venus Pool for adults, making it one of the more elaborate pool decks on the Strip. The casino floor covers nearly 130,000 square feet with a full mix of table games, a poker room and slots, keeping Caesars Palace among the larger gaming floors in the city.
Shows, Attractions and Dining
The Colosseum has hosted decades of headline residencies, from Celine Dion and Elton John to more recent acts such as Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton and Rod Stewart, making it a primary reason to book here for concertgoers; check the venue’s current calendar and see ThrillZing’s Las Vegas residency tips for planning advice. The Forum Shops add more than 160 boutiques and restaurants, and dining ranges from Restaurant Guy Savoy to Hell’s Kitchen and Peter Luger Steak House, giving the resort some of the deepest food options on the Strip.
Location and Who Should Stay Here
Caesars Palace sits mid-Strip on the west side, an easy walk to the Bellagio fountains and a short ride or walk to Sphere and T-Mobile Arena for arena-scale shows and games. It’s best for couples and concert travelers chasing a Colosseum residency, and for anyone who wants classic Strip glamour, upscale dining and a big casino floor over a quieter or budget-focused stay.
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Caesars Palace FAQs
What is the resort fee and parking situation at Caesars Palace?
Caesars Palace charges a nightly resort fee on top of the room rate, and parking is generally paid for both self-park and valet, though Caesars Rewards members at higher tiers may receive complimentary parking. Fees change often, so confirm current amounts and perks on the official Caesars site at booking.
Is Caesars Palace walkable to Sphere and other Strip venues?
Yes. Caesars Palace is mid-Strip, within reasonable walking distance of Bellagio and a short walk or rideshare from The Venetian/Sphere area and T-Mobile Arena; it’s one of the more centrally located resorts for combining a stay with concerts or arena events.
Who is Caesars Palace best suited for?
It suits couples, concert and residency-goers targeting The Colosseum, and travelers who want a full-service luxury resort with major shopping and dining on-site, rather than budget travelers or families seeking a quieter, value-oriented stay.
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