Luxury resort and casino, consisting of two curved glass and steel highrise towers adjoined at the center
Overview
ARIA Resort & Casino is one of the most modern and upscale destinations on the Las Vegas Strip. Opened in 2009 as the centerpiece of the CityCenter complex, it represents a newer generation of Las Vegas resorts that emphasizes sleek design, advanced technology, and refined luxury rather than traditional themed environments.
A defining feature of ARIA is its world-class amenities. The resort includes thousands of rooms and suites, an expansive casino floor, award-winning restaurants from celebrity chefs, and a luxury spa. Its dining scene is especially popular, offering a wide range of upscale and international cuisine in a contemporary setting.
ARIA is also part of a larger “city within a city” concept at CityCenter, which combines luxury hotels, shopping, dining, and entertainment into a single connected destination. This allows guests to enjoy multiple upscale experiences without needing to travel far, adding convenience and exclusivity to the overall stay.
Additional Information
The Aria Resort and Casino is a luxury resort and casino consisting of two curved glass and steel highrise towers adjoined at the center. It opened on December 16, 2009 att 4 million sq ft (370,000 m2) and 600 ft (180 m) in height.
The resort's 61 and 51-story towers contain an AAA five-diamond hotel with 4,004 guest rooms and suites, 16 restaurants, 10 bars and nightclubs, and a casino with 150,000 sq ft (14,000 m2) of gaming space. It also has a 215,000 sq ft (20,000 m2) pool area with 34 cabanas, an 80,000 sq ft (7,400 m2) salon and spa, a 300,000 sq ft (28,000 m2) convention center and a 1,800-seat theater.
- Carbone — classic Italian-American dishes served in a glamorous mid-century inspired setting
- Bardot Brasserie — French brasserie offering elevated Parisian favorites and an extensive wine list
- CATCH — trendy seafood and sushi hotspot known for its vibrant atmosphere and signature dishes
- Jean Georges Steakhouse — modern steakhouse featuring premium cuts, fresh seafood, and bold flavors
- Mastro’s Ocean Club — upscale
- Mastro’s Ocean Club — upscale dining with a focus on prime steaks and high-end seafood selections
The completed structure comprises two curvilinear glass towers, measuring 61 stories tall. At the base of the connected high-rise towers is a casino and a three-story lobby that incorporates natural materials including foliage, flowers, glass, wood, and stone. Aria's design is described as not adhering to an overarching theme, in contrast to themed resorts prevalent on the Las Vegas Strip. It was named Aria due to its placement as the central feature of CityCenter, as arias are focal points in operas.
Artwork is incorporated throughout the lobby and interior of the building. The main entrance contains a lighted water feature called Lumia created by WET, which syncs water bursts to music. Maya Lin, designer of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., created an 87 ft (27 m) reclaimed silver sculpture of the Colorado River called Silver River which is suspended behind Aria's hotel registration desk. A result of its design, Aria is the largest hotel in the world to have received LEED Gold certification.
Located at the base of the Aria Casino is the 182,985 sq ft (16,999.9 m2) Pool Deck containing one large pool surrounded by tropical landscaping and multiple smaller pools. The general Pool Deck has a security kiosk and retail shop at the entrance as well as Salt & Ivy, Pool Bar, and 34 cabanas. The cabanas are structural steel covered with tensile fabric. The Breeze Cafe and Pool Bar are sweeping canopies created by layering stucco on top of unusual curved steel skeletons. A separate outdoor pool area called LIQUID Pool Lounge was opened in March 2010.
An 80,000-square-foot (7,400 m2) salon and spa covers two floors of Aria, and a coed balcony attached to the spa overlooks an outdoor infinity-edge pool.
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