
Palms Casino Resort
Best for lively nights, a big casino floor and multiple late-night dining and entertainment options.
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Palms Casino Resort is a large, entertainment-focused Vegas resort with a 95,000-square-foot casino, nightlife and family-friendly pool options. Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is a non-gaming, quieter five-star hotel on the Strip for travelers who prefer refined, low-key luxury.
Updated · about 1.3 miles apart

Best for lively nights, a big casino floor and multiple late-night dining and entertainment options.

Best for a quieter, non-gaming luxury stay on the Strip with a focus on service and a full spa.
When Palms Casino Resort wins: choose Palms if you want a large casino, rooftop nightlife, a big variety of casual and late-night restaurants, and rooms/suites aimed at entertainment groups or families staying on property.
When Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas wins: pick Waldorf Astoria for a quieter, non-gaming luxury experience on the Strip with a strong spa, soundproofed rooms and a service-oriented, upscale atmosphere.
Bottom line: Palms is the choice for guests who want Vegas energy, gaming and nightlife; Waldorf Astoria is the choice for travelers who want a calm, non-gaming luxury base close to Strip attractions.
| Category | Palms Casino Resort | Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, entertainment- and nightlife-focused resort with a large casino | Quiet, non-gaming luxury hotel on the Strip |
| Location | West of the Strip (4321 W Flamingo Rd), about 1 mile from central Strip | On the Las Vegas Strip (3752 Las Vegas Blvd S) |
| Size (rooms) | 766 rooms and suites across two hotel towers | Not published |
| Casino | 95,000-square-foot casino with slots, table games, VIP rooms and sportsbook | No casino / non-gaming property |
| Pools | Seasonal outdoor pool deck (about 3 acres) with two main pools, jacuzzis, cabanas (surcharge) | Outdoor pool with views (hotel listing includes 'Pool with view' and 'Swimming pool [outdoor]') |
| Restaurants & bars | Many venues including Scotch 80 Prime steakhouse, A.Y.C.E. Buffet, Tim Ho Wan, 24‑hour Serrano Vista Cafe, Ghostbar rooftop lounge | Multiple restaurants and a bar; on-site dining and poolside bar listed |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Palms plus Drift Spa at Palms Place; fitness center and steam room | Full spa, hot tub, sauna, fitness centre and salon; spa services and treatments available |
| Family policy / check-in age | Hotel welcomes families; one guest must be 21+ to check in (hotel is 21+ check-in) | Adults-only: false — hotel is open to all ages; standard check-in rules apply (min age 18 to book per listing) |
| Meeting & events | Extensive: over 150,000–190,000 sq ft of meeting/event space, theaters and ballrooms | Meeting/banquet facilities available (smaller scale than Palms' convention footprint) |
| Top nearby attractions | Close to T-Mobile Arena, Allegiant Stadium; a short drive to the Strip | Steps from Strip attractions: Fountains of Bellagio, ARIA, CityCenter and monorail access nearby |
Palms sits west of the Strip near I-15 and Flamingo Road, convenient for arenas and off-Strip access.
Choose Palms if you want quick access to off-Strip venues, arenas and a short drive to Strip hotspots.
Waldorf Astoria sits on the Las Vegas Strip for easy walking access to major Strip attractions.
Choose Waldorf Astoria for a more walkable Strip location and quieter hotel experience near major attractions.
Palms has a wide range of 12 room and suite types, from Ivory/Fantasy rooms to Sky Villas and penthouses.
Palms is geared toward varied room sizes and showy suites for groups and celebrations.
Waldorf Astoria's rooms focus on refined, quiet luxury and soundproofing, with several strip-view room names listed.
Waldorf Astoria suits travelers after calm, well-appointed rooms and accessible options on the Strip.
Palms has a large and varied food-and-drink lineup covering late-night, casual and high-end steakhouse options.
If you want many dining styles, late-night hours and a big steakhouse, Palms offers more variety and later service.
Waldorf Astoria offers on-site restaurants and a bar aimed at refined, quieter dining experiences.
Waldorf Astoria is better if you want quieter, curated dining and room service rather than a late-night food court.
Palms has a large seasonal outdoor pool deck used for both family swim hours and 21+ weekend pool parties.
Palms is the pick for a lively pool scene with both family-friendly hours and weekend dayclub energy.
Waldorf Astoria's listing includes an outdoor pool with views for hotel guests.
Waldorf Astoria is for travelers who want a quieter pool experience as part of a luxury hotel stay.
Palms combines full spa services with significant nightlife and club venues on-property.
Pick Palms if you want both spa treatments and late-night club or rooftop options in one property.
Waldorf Astoria emphasizes spa and wellness in a non-gaming, quiet setting.
Waldorf Astoria is better for travelers prioritizing in-hotel spa services and a calm evening routine.

Palms — 95,000 sq ft casino with slots, table games, VIP rooms and sportsbook.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas — non-gaming luxury hotel on the Strip with soundproofed rooms and service focus.

Palms — multiple late-night options and a 24-hour cafe plus a large food-court selection.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas — spa, sauna and hot tub amenities geared to a quieter luxury audience.
Waldorf Astoria is on the Strip and is closer to CityCenter and the Fountains of Bellagio; Palms sits about 1 mile west of the Strip.
Yes — both properties accept families. Palms requires a 21+ guest to check in but allows up to two children 12 and under to stay free using existing bedding. Waldorf Astoria is not adults-only per the listing.
Palms — it has a large casino, nightclub/rooftop lounge (Ghostbar) and many late-night dining outlets. Waldorf Astoria offers quieter, on-site dining and no casino or club venues listed.
Palms' main Soak pool is open to hotel guests of all ages, but non-hotel guests must be 21+ and weekend hours limit under-21 access after 11 AM. Waldorf Astoria's listing shows an outdoor pool but does not publish specific age rules in the supplied listing.
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