
ARIA Resort & Casino
Best for a central Strip location with easy access to The Shops at Crystals, Dolby Live, and a wide roster of signature restaurants.
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ARIA Resort & Casino is a large CityCenter anchor with a long list of signature restaurants, a Forbes Five‑Star spa, and three main pools—best for travelers who want a full-service, all-ages Strip base. Fontainebleau Las Vegas, MICHELIN Key Award Hotel is a high‑profile north‑Strip luxury casino resort with many restaurants, multiple pools and a big conference footprint—read this if you’re comparing newer luxury options on the Strip.
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Best for a central Strip location with easy access to The Shops at Crystals, Dolby Live, and a wide roster of signature restaurants.

Best for travelers who want a recent, high‑profile luxury property on the north Strip with a large set of pools and extensive meeting space.
When ARIA wins: Choose ARIA if you want a proven central‑Strip location (CityCenter), a very large spa (Forbes Five‑Star), a diverse set of established signature restaurants, and immediate access to Crystals and the Aria Express tram.
When Fontainebleau wins: Choose Fontainebleau if you prefer a newer north‑Strip luxury property with a very large room count, many on‑site dining outlets, multiple outdoor pools, and massive conference/meeting space.
Bottom line: Both are upscale, full‑service casino resorts; pick ARIA for central Strip connectivity and a top‑rated spa, pick Fontainebleau for a newer north‑Strip stay with expansive pool and meeting capacity.
| Category | ARIA Resort & Casino | Fontainebleau Las Vegas, MICHELIN Key Award Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Modern CityCenter luxury mixed with a large casino and established fine‑dining names | High‑profile, modern north‑Strip luxury casino resort with many dining and pool options |
| Location | 3730 Las Vegas Blvd S — anchors CityCenter, near Crystals and Bellagio | 2777 South Las Vegas Boulevard — north Strip, near Circus Circus and Las Vegas Convention Center |
| Size (rooms) | 4,004 rooms | 3,644 rooms |
| Star rating / guest score | 5 stars (property materials) / guest scores vary | 5 stars · guest rating 9.4 |
| Pools | Three ellipse outdoor pools + three hot tubs; separate Sky Pool for Sky Suites; LIQUID Pool Lounge 21+ | Six outdoor pools; pool cabanas available (surcharge); lifeguard on site |
| Restaurants & bars | About 13–14 restaurants including Carbone, Jean Georges Steakhouse, Din Tai Fung; multiple bars and a large nightclub (JEWEL) | 20 restaurants, 12 bars/lounges, 2 coffee shops and 24‑hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa & Salon at ARIA — 80,000 sq ft, Forbes Five‑Star, 18+ min age, wide specialty facilities | Full‑service spa with massages, body treatments, facials; reservations recommended |
| Casino & gaming | 150,000 sq ft casino with ~1,600 slot machines and VIP rooms | Casino with 1,300 slot machines, 128 gaming tables and 3 VIP gaming rooms |
| Meetings & event space | About 510,000 sq ft of meeting/conference space with large ballrooms and many meeting rooms | 500,000 sq ft of conference/meeting space and meeting rooms |
| Known for | CityCenter address, top‑tier spa, established fine dining lineup | Large new luxury resort footprint on the north Strip and many pools/restaurants |
ARIA sits in the heart of CityCenter on the central Strip, within easy walking distance of high‑end shopping and major venues.
Pick ARIA for maximum central‑Strip access and short walks to major attractions.
Fontainebleau sits on the north Strip with convenient access to the Las Vegas Convention Center and several nearby casinos and venues.
Pick Fontainebleau if you want a north‑Strip base close to convention and northern Strip venues.
ARIA has a very large room inventory across towers and suite tiers, from Deluxe rooms to Sky Suites and multiple suite configurations.
Choose ARIA for a wide selection of room sizes and suite upgrades, especially if you want Sky Suite perks.
Fontainebleau lists a long set of room categories, including Bleau King/Queen types, Gold views and multiple suite levels.
Fontainebleau offers a broad set of room and suite categories to match different view and upgrade preferences.
ARIA’s restaurants are a major draw, with multiple well‑known, chef‑driven signature venues.
ARIA is a go‑to for guests who prioritize established signature restaurants and late‑night nightlife.
Fontainebleau lists 20 restaurants and a dozen bars, plus 24‑hour room service and coffee shops.
Fontainebleau suits travelers who want many on‑site dining choices and late‑hour room service options.
ARIA offers three ellipse outdoor pools plus hot tubs and a separate Sky Pool for Sky Suites; LIQUID is a 21+ dayclub.
Go to ARIA if you want a mix of family‑friendly pools plus an adults‑only dayclub option.
Fontainebleau lists six outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool hoist and lifeguards on site.
Fontainebleau is a strong option if you prioritize many pool choices and cabana services.
ARIA’s spa and fitness facilities are extensive, plus the resort has notable nightlife venues.
Choose ARIA for top‑tier spa services and an active nightlife program on property.
Fontainebleau offers a full‑service spa and a variety of bars and lounges for evening plans.
Fontainebleau balances spa services with many bar and lounge choices for nights on property.

ARIA — walkable to Crystals, Bellagio, Dolby Live and connected to Aria Express tram.

Fontainebleau — lists six outdoor pools and cabana services suited to pool‑focused stays.

ARIA — the Spa & Salon at ARIA is an 80,000‑sq‑ft Forbes Five‑Star facility with a wide menu of treatments.

Fontainebleau — 500,000 sq ft of conference and meeting space makes it suitable for large events.
ARIA is more central (CityCenter) and puts you closer to Crystals, Bellagio and other mid‑Strip attractions; Fontainebleau sits farther north on the Strip near the convention center.
Fontainebleau lists six outdoor pools; ARIA provides three main outdoor pools plus a Sky Pool for Sky Suites and an adults‑only dayclub.
ARIA’s Spa & Salon at ARIA is a large Forbes Five‑Star facility with an extensive treatment menu; Fontainebleau has a full‑service spa but ARIA’s spa is notable for its size and amenities.
ARIA operates LIQUID Pool Lounge as a 21+ reservation‑only dayclub; Fontainebleau’s pools are not published as adults‑only in the supplier listing.
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