Established In: 2009
Former Names: None
Owner: Blackstone Group
Number of Rooms: 3,027
Location: Just south of Bellagio on Las Vegas Boulevard
The Cosmopolitan is one of the newer resorts on the Las Vegas Strip, but it has already made its mark as one of the top locations to visit not only in the city but in the world. This is a hotel designed with decadence in mind, and as you will see on this page, there is no shortage of sensational
A brief history of The Cosmopolitan
The initial discussions about the construction of the Cosmopolitan started back in 2004. The trick to building the property is the small sliver of land between it and Bellagio that the timeshare Jockey Club sits on, and the reluctance of the owners of that timeshare to sell for less than a fortune. The developer decided instead to build in a U-shape around the Jockey Club, bringing the building as close to it as possible without breaking the law. That isn’t noticeable for those who choose to stay at The Cosmopolitan.
The hotel fell into a financial crisis during the meltdown in 2008, and before it was even complete, the original owners had to sell it to MGM and Hilton. The plans for luxury condominiums were scrapped, which did not please those who had plunked down deposits for these units. Overall, the building of the resort was a mess, but when it opened to much fanfare, all of that seemed to be in the past. The hotel has won several awards since it opened in 2011 and continues to be a top choice for vacationers and business travelers alike. It was sold to the Blackstone Group in 2015, and they have remained the owners ever since.
Gaming at The Cosmopolitan
The Cosmopolitan’s dark colors and city themes mask the fact that the gaming floor is huge, coming in at a whopping 120,000 square feet. This includes almost 100 gaming tables and 1,500 slot machines. These games are spread out in such a way that it doesn’t feel like a sprawling floor, and this gives players a chance to see other sights aside from banks of slot machines for hundreds of feet in front of them.
Top 3 Suites at The Cosmopolitan
With all the changes from the initial designs of the complex, the one thing that never changed was the attention to detail and quality in the accommodations. There are almost 4,000 hotel rooms which include these fantastic suites available for guests to book.
Wraparound Terrace Suite Fountain View
This suite may have the best overall view in all of Las Vegas. Sitting at the top of one of the towers, this one-bedroom suite has multiple sliding doors opening up to its wraparound terrace. The prime location on this terrace is facing Bellagio, where you can watch the world-famous fountain show from high above the city. The living and dining areas are spacious and look fabulous, and the fully stocked wet bar features a Sub Zero wine fridge so you can have some of your favorite wines chilled to the perfect temperature.
The Bungalow
The most desirable suite at the Cosmopolitan may very well be the suite that is not high atop a tower. The Bungalow is a three-story suite that sits next to the Cosmopolitan Pool. The suite has everything you need to entertain many guests and feel like a high roller overlooking the Marquee Day Pool. If you don’t feel like strolling over to the pool itself, no worries – on the third-floor patio of this suite is its very own plunge pool so you can cool off from the Las Vegas heat. This is definitely the room you want to be seen in at Cosmo.
Lanai Suite
Modeled after a tropical house in Hawaii, this suite combines that feeling with modern amenities, all coming together in a way that will make you want to stay in the suite as much as you possibly can. There are multiple versions of these suites, all of which overlook the pool area at the resort. The two-story suite has a plunge pool as well as a small kitchenette if you don’t feel like getting dressed to get something to eat at one of the restaurants.
Top 3 Dining Options at The Cosmopolitan
The Cosmopolitan has a wide array of tastes covered with all of its options for dining. From relaxed to formal and everything in between, there is something for everyone at this resort. Here are a couple of favorites.
Estiatorio Milos
Strangely enough, there aren’t that many Greek restaurants on the Strip, but having said that, Estiatorio Milos is widely considered to be one of the best in all of the United States. Settle in for a long meal of incredible tastes, and you will want to be ordering to share, so you don’t miss out on anything during this dining extravaganza.
China Poblano
A concept brought to the Cosmopolitan by celebrity chef Jose Andres; this restaurant brings together an unlikely pair of cuisines – Chinese and Mexican – to create something that really has to be tried to be explained. Tacos and noodles coexist in harmony at this spot, which offers a festive look and feel to go along with the craziness of the meal.
Beauty and Essex
Part of the Tao Group of restaurants, Beauty and Essex is a hip, modern take on the standard American cuisine. The restaurant may be missed from the exterior – it is hidden behind the façade of a pawn shop -but when you sit down, you will love the items you see on this menu. There are great options for sharing and full menu items for you to enjoy on your own, all of which can be washed down with handcrafted signature cocktails. All told, you’ll leave Beauty and Essex already thinking about what you will order the next time you go.
The One Thing You Can’t Miss at The Cosmopolitan
With all that the Cosmopolitan has to offer guests inside the building, the one thing you can’t miss when you are visiting is the pool area. Set high above the ground, there are three distinctly different pools and areas for you to explore, each with its own twist. Make sure to book a daybed or a cabana in advance, because you are going to want to spend the whole day going between all these pools. There is a ton to eat and drink out by the pool, so make sure to pack your sunscreen as you may not need to leave until the sun sets.