Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas

I booked Vdara through my Hyatt points. The goods: Pet friendly. No casino. Friendly staff. Starbucks in lobby. Need room card to access elevator (good security). Double sink in bathroom. Separate shower and tub. Good food at Market Cafe, but expensive...but that’s Vegas. The bad: maid service, never got it even through I indicated (via switch by the door) that I wanted it. Kitchenette (yeah, a little electric stove, microwave, sink and mini-refrigerator (which didn’t work), BUT, no plates, utensils or coffee machine. No extra pillow or blanket for the convertible sofa. There is a wall lamp by the bed, but it doesn’t have a switch to turn it on or off. You have to go to the wall switch (across the room) to turn it on or off. Kinda awkward. And, no bathroom night light, so watch your toes. And, all the extra cost. $30 per day valet parking (oh, but you can park at Aria for $15-18, and walk over to Vdara. Vdara does not have self parking). Resort fees $39, plus resort fee tax $5.22 per day. Vdara isn’t the easiest hotel to get to. Don’t use Apple map, use Waze instead.

I signed up for TripAdvisor for the sole purpose of reviewing Vdara. Short summary: construction happening next door, don’t stay here if you’re sensitive to noise til that’s over There definitely were more noises from outside than when I stayed at Delano the previous night, which I figured was understandable considering the fact that Delano is removed from the strip. However, around midnight, I noticed a construction sound, and upon calling front desk, they notified me that it was supposed to go on until 5AM. Not sure why I wasn’t warned about this upon reservation or check in (or even the pre-check in), and the proposed solution of moving rooms (I couldn’t see the said construction from my room, so I’m assuming it probably affected majority of the building), or waiting a resort fee, which compared to paying for the hotel where I’m not getting any sleep in means nothing. On top of which, found a towel that had a dried up blood on a long end in the room. Really tried to give Vdara the benefit of the doubt on their best efforts, but not sure if I should have to begin with.

We have been staying at the Vdara since it opened. They have a casual atmosphere, away from the strip so quiet when you want to sleep. This past stay I think we had maybe the best view in Vegas from our room. They are also pet friendly and better for families with kids.

We had a great time at the Vdara! Even though it's tucked away, the access to other casinos was very easy and a short walk. Couple things they could improve-installing full blackout curtains in the room. They are panels so the light came through the sides. Also, the kitchenette faucet was loose and most of the elevator key pads weren't working so you could only swipe one card at a time. Also, a discounted rate for M Life members would have been nice since it's valet only.

This hotel is amazing if you’re not a fan of the casino aspect of Vegas. Quiet and luxurious! However the room service was a little lack luster in the food, for the price I would expect better quality. The French toast needed more of the custard that it should have been dipped into, otherwise everything else was great!