The Venetian Las Vegas is an Italian-themed, all-suite casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip, connected to The Palazzo. Its strongest draw is the combination of spacious accommodations, extensive dining, gaming, and nongambling attractions in one complex. The trade-offs are substantial walking distances and a final bill that can climb well beyond the advertised room rate. I think it makes the most sense for travelers planning a full-service Strip stay, rather than anyone simply seeking the cheapest place to sleep or gamble.
The Venetian Las Vegas at a glance
| Address | 3355 S. Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV 89109 |
|---|---|
| Property type | All-suite Strip casino resort connected to The Palazzo |
| Minimum gambling age | 21 |
| Gaming | Slots, video poker, live table games, and high-limit areas |
| Poker room | Yes, on Level 2 in the Palazzo portion of the complex |
| Sportsbook | No |
| Hotel | All-suite accommodations with dedicated living areas |
| Resort fee | $55 per suite, per night, plus tax |
| Hotel-guest self-parking | $20 per billed day, unless an exemption applies |
| Valet | $40 per day, unless an exemption applies |
| Smoking | Permitted on the casino floor; all suites are nonsmoking |
| Rewards program | Venetian Rewards |
| Phone | 702-414-1000 |
Rates and policies reflect information collected October 14, 2026, and can change.
What kind of resort is The Venetian?
The Venetian is a destination resort, not just a casino with rooms upstairs. Ornate ceilings, canals, Italian-inspired façades, and indoor shopping streets give nongamblers reasons to stop in, too. The theme is unapologetically elaborate. If you like your Las Vegas with theatrical scenery, that is part of the appeal.
The connected Palazzo adds another hotel tower, casino environment, and collection of restaurants. But connected does not mean close. Your suite elevator, dinner reservation, poker game, and rideshare pickup can be in different parts of the complex.
My advice: choose your arrival point around your first destination. That matters more here than memorizing the amenities list.
Casino games at The Venetian
The Venetian offers slots, video poker, blackjack, craps, roulette, baccarat, and house-banked poker-style table games. High-limit slot and table areas are also part of the resort’s gaming layout.
The advantage is flexibility for groups with different gambling interests. The limitation is value: an upscale setting does not guarantee low minimums or favorable rules. Inventories, open tables, and betting limits change, so do not build a visit around an old machine count or advertised minimum.
Slots and video poker
Machine players have reel slots, video slots, progressive games, and video poker to consider, along with higher-limit options. Start with the denomination and total wager you actually want to play, rather than chasing a cabinet pictured online.
A penny denomination is not a promise of penny-sized bets. Read the complete wager display, including any extra feature bets, before pressing the button.
For video poker, inspect the individual machine’s pay table. Two machines with the same game name can offer different payouts. Stories about a casino being “loose” or “tight” are no substitute for the rules in front of you.
Table games and minimum bets
The core table selection includes blackjack, craps, roulette, and baccarat, along with poker-based games played against the house. Those are distinct from player-versus-player poker in the dedicated room.
Check both the minimum and the rules before buying in. At blackjack, look at the posted blackjack payout. At roulette, count the zero pockets. At poker-based games, distinguish required wagers from optional side bets.
Limits can change with demand, particularly on busy weekends and event dates. If stretching a small bankroll is your priority, compare the available tables before taking the first attractive seat.
Poker room: location and parking benefit
The Venetian’s dedicated poker room is on Level 2 in the Palazzo portion of the Grand Canal Shoppes. Cash games and tournaments are meaningful reasons for poker travelers to consider the resort.
Players familiar with a former casino-floor location should head toward the Palazzo side rather than searching the main Venetian floor. Before committing to a tournament, compare the entry fee, blind structure, starting stack, late-registration window, and re-entry rules. For cash play, check the active games and waiting list.
Players completing at least three hours of cash-game or tournament play can receive complimentary self-parking for the day. Visit a poker supervisor at the end of the session to confirm eligibility. The Palazzo garage also has a marked poker-player parking area near the Casino Elevators on its second floor.
I would treat that as a benefit for a session you already intended to play, not a reason to gamble longer to avoid a parking charge.
Yahoo Sportsbook
The Venetian has an on-property retail sportsbook. The official resort map identifies Yahoo Sportsbook on the Venetian casino level.
Placing a bet and securing a preferred viewing seat are separate matters. Before planning a major-game afternoon, check seating arrangements and reservation requirements. A betting ticket should not be treated as a seat reservation.
Do not assume a mobile sportsbook account used in another state will work for wagering in Nevada. Confirm the applicable account and location requirements separately.
Hotel suites: the strongest reason to stay
The Venetian and Palazzo both offer all-suite accommodations. The resort lists standard Luxury Suites at 650 to 750 square feet across the collection, with dedicated living areas, substantial bathrooms, and larger categories available.
That extra room is useful on a multiday trip: the bed is not your only comfortable place to sit between outings. However, a separate living area does not necessarily mean a bedroom behind a closing door. Check the floor plan if one person needs quiet while another watches television or works.
The official suite information covers layouts, occupancy rules, accessible features, and in-room equipment.
Should you book The Venetian or The Palazzo?
The Venetian leans toward classic Italian grandeur; The Palazzo has a more understated style. I would choose by exact suite category, final price, and proximity to planned activities rather than declare one tower the automatic winner.
If your trip revolves around poker or Palazzo restaurants, that location deserves weight. If a renovated suite or particular view matters, book the corresponding category instead of assuming every room offers the same experience.
Resort fee and the real room cost
The published resort fee is $55 per suite, per night, plus tax. It includes in-suite internet and fitness-facility access for two, among other services. It does not mean spa treatments or every resort activity are included.
- Illustrative three-night stay: Resort fees total $165 before tax, excluding room charges and other spending.
- One night plus one billed parking day: The resort fee and registered-guest self-parking total $75 before resort-fee tax, excluding the room rate and other expenses.
Compare the complete reservation cost, not just the headline rate. Apply any eligible fee or parking benefit before deciding which booking is cheaper.
Sharing a suite: include additional-guest charges
Standard Luxury suites accommodate up to four guests, but the reservation includes two. Each additional guest aged 13 or older carries a published charge of $50 plus taxes per day.
For an illustrative three-night stay with four adults throughout, the two additional occupants add $300 before taxes, excluding the base suite price and other charges. Sharing can still make sense, but compare that total with two rooms elsewhere.
Prestige Club Lounge upgrades have separate additional-guest pricing. Do not assume the standard suite occupancy charge also covers lounge access.
Coffee makers, refrigerators, and check-in
Coffee makers and microwaves are not standard suite amenities. Some suites include a personal-use refrigerator, but the stocked minibar is not automatically free storage for groceries.
A separately requested refrigerator may cost $50 per day. Three billed rental days would add an illustrative $150, before any unlisted taxes or fees. Confirm whether your booked suite already has a guest fridge before requesting another.
Standard check-in is listed from 3 p.m. to 11:59 p.m., with checkout at 11 a.m. Early check-in and late checkout are subject to availability and additional charges. Cancellation terms depend on the reservation, and some offers are noncancellable.
Restaurants and bars
Dining is one of the strongest reasons to visit the Venetian and Palazzo complex. Bouchon offers French bistro cooking, Delmonico supplies steakhouse dining, and Estiatorio Milos focuses on Greek seafood. CUT, Mott 32, and WAKUDA expand the choices across the connected resort.
A celebratory steakhouse meal and a quick lunch belong in different budget categories. Check current menus before reserving, especially when dishes are priced by weight or designed for sharing.
For less formal meals, the resort map lists Grand Lux Cafe locations, Noodle Asia, cafés, and Via Via Food Hall. The shopping areas add quick-service choices. You do not need a destination restaurant for every meal.
My approach would be to reserve the dinner that matters most, then leave room for simpler meals. On convention dates or busy weekends, “we’ll find something nearby” can become more of a project than expected.
Bars and lounges range from casino-level stops to dedicated cocktail venues. Restaurant bars, lounges, and nightclubs have different spending and dress expectations, so plan for the actual venue rather than a single resort-wide standard.
Entertainment, shopping, pools, and spa
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The Grand Canal Shoppes, gondola rides, ornate public spaces, and theater venues give nongamblers plenty to do. Browsing the architecture and shopping areas does not require buying a gondola ticket.
The resort also connects to Sphere by a pedestrian bridge. Allow time for the walk, crowds, and entry procedures. Being connected to the venue does not make your suite its front door.
Hotel guests have access to pools across the Venetian and Palazzo towers, subject to applicable arrangements. TAO Beach is a separate dayclub experience, not another name for the ordinary hotel pool.
The Venetian tower’s pool deck spans two acres and includes four heated pools. Check operating schedules for your dates rather than assuming every pool will be open.
Canyon Ranch supplies spa and fitness facilities. Distinguish included fitness access from paid treatments. For appointments, Canyon Ranch’s directions send Venetian guests to the fourth floor via the suite elevator near the pool, while Palazzo guests use the suite elevator to the third floor near the pool.
Parking, directions, and transportation
Self-parking and valet prices
The resort’s parking and transportation page lists these regular charges:
| Parking option | Published charge |
|---|---|
| Registered hotel guest self-parking | $20 per day throughout the week |
| Visitor self-parking, Monday through Thursday | $20 per day |
| Visitor self-parking, Friday through Sunday | $25 per day |
| Valet | $40 per day |
| Visitor event parking | Variable rates |
Valet costs $20 more per billed day than registered-guest self-parking, excluding gratuities. Outside event pricing, a non-hotel visitor pays a $5 daily weekend premium for self-parking.
Nevada residents receive three complimentary self-parking hours with a valid Nevada driver’s license, except during event-rate periods. Sapphire members and above receive complimentary self-parking, while Ruby members and above receive complimentary valet. Registered hotel guests retain their published $20 daily self-parking rate during event pricing.
Choose the garage around your destination. The Venetian garage has access from Las Vegas Boulevard and the shared access road off Koval Lane; The Palazzo garage is accessed from Sands Avenue. Poker players should pay particular attention to the Palazzo option.
EV charging
Charging is available in both garages, including Level 5 of the Venetian garage. Published pricing is $4 per hour while charging, followed by a $15-per-hour idle fee after charging finishes. Parking charges are separate.
The idle rate is $11 per hour higher than the active charging rate. Set a notification and move the car when charging finishes rather than leaving it plugged in through dinner.
Airport trips and rideshare pickup
Harry Reid International Airport serves most arriving visitors. Taxis and rideshares are practical options, but major events and Strip traffic can affect the journey.
The Venetian’s rideshare pickup is on Level 2 of its parking garage. The Palazzo uses its lower porte cochere. Check which location your app selects before walking out.
I would think twice about renting a car for a trip centered on this resort and nearby Strip attractions. A car becomes more useful for exploring farther afield, but adds parking costs and logistics.
Smoking and accessibility
Smoking is permitted on the casino floor, but all suites are nonsmoking. A nonsmoking suite does not provide a smoke-free route through the casino. The published suite-smoking charge is $500 plus tax.
Accessible suites can include wider doorways, roll-in showers or accessible tubs, lowered vanities, and visual alerts. Confirm the precise features you need when booking. Guest Services also offers wheelchairs and scooters; ask about arrangements and terms.
The property’s scale matters even with accessible routes. Discuss distances between your suite, restaurants, gaming, and pickup points rather than relying solely on the label “accessible room.”
Venetian Rewards
Venetian Rewards covers eligible gaming and resort spending. The published benefits chart outlines tier-based benefits, subject to its terms and availability.
Use your card for eligible play, and ask how qualifying dining or other purchases should be attached to your account. The resort also offers a mobile app with rewards tracking, reservation features, and point-to-point navigation.
Parking benefits can make a tangible difference here. Still, gambling beyond your budget to earn a perk is not a discount.
Who should stay at The Venetian?
The Venetian suits travelers who will use the spacious suite, varied dining, poker room, and connected attractions rather than simply sleep here between outings. Its elaborate Italian setting and broad nongambling choices make it particularly useful for couples and mixed-interest groups, but the convenience comes with long walks and charges beyond the advertised rate. I would choose another property if the lowest all-in cost, minimal walking, or a smoke-free casino mattered more than having so much under one roof.
Frequently asked questions
Are The Venetian and The Palazzo the same hotel?
They are connected parts of the same resort complex, with separate hotel towers, arrival points, and suite categories. Check the tower on your reservation before choosing a garage or drop-off point.
Does The Venetian have a poker room?
Yes. The dedicated poker room is on Level 2 in the Palazzo portion of the Grand Canal Shoppes. Sessions of at least three hours can qualify for complimentary daily self-parking with supervisor confirmation.
Does The Venetian have a sportsbook?
Yes. Yahoo Sportsbook is on the Venetian casino level. Check viewing-seat arrangements separately from betting access.
How old do you have to be to gamble?
You must be at least 21 to gamble. Bring valid government-issued identification. The hotel also lists a minimum check-in age of 21.
Is parking included in the resort fee?
No. Parking charges are separate. Registered hotel guests pay $20 per billed self-parking day unless a qualifying exemption applies.
Do Venetian suites have coffee makers and refrigerators?
Coffee makers and microwaves are not standard. Some suites have a personal-use fridge; others may require a separately charged rental. Do not assume the stocked minibar is unrestricted personal storage.
Is The Venetian smoke-free?
No. All suites are nonsmoking, but smoking is allowed on the casino floor.
What should you check before booking?
Confirm the tower and suite category, total price including taxes and fees, occupancy charges, cancellation terms, parking, and any reservations central to your trip. For current resort assistance, consult the official FAQs or call the property.
Comparing destinations? See our Nevada casino guide.
Poker room and sportsbook
There is no on-site sportsbook.