The Best Lobby Bars to Start Your Stay in Las Vegas
Where to get a great cocktail the moment you arrive in Las Vegas Jun 17, 2025, 11:20 PM UTC
There's something undeniably fun about grabbing a drink before — or after — checking into a Las Vegas hotel. Whether a romantic first date, taking a much-needed pre-meeting pause, ot a late flight means grabbing a midnight cocktail, posting up at a lobby bar with a well-made drink feels like an occasion in itself. This guide rounds up the best lobby bars across Las Vegas hotels — plus a few nearby gems to keep the adventure going.
Jen Smith is a freelance writer for Eater and has been on the Las Vegas food and beverage scene since 2021. Her work covers the decadent side of dining, from the evolution of wine and cocktail culture to trending dishes in their past and current forms.
Where to get a great cocktail the moment you arrive in Las Vegas Jun 17, 2025, 11:20 PM UTC
There's something undeniably fun about grabbing a drink before — or after — checking into a Las Vegas hotel. Whether a romantic first date, taking a much-needed pre-meeting pause, ot a late flight means grabbing a midnight cocktail, posting up at a lobby bar with a well-made drink feels like an occasion in itself. This guide rounds up the best lobby bars across Las Vegas hotels — plus a few nearby gems to keep the adventure going.
Jen Smith is a freelance writer for Eater and has been on the Las Vegas food and beverage scene since 2021. Her work covers the decadent side of dining, from the evolution of wine and cocktail culture to trending dishes in their past and current forms.
As the grandest of the three Resorts World properties, quiet luxury awaits inside the Crockfords lobby bar. Light pastels and an open floor concept create an atmosphere that is both social and intimate. The cocktail menu leans into classics with subtle twists — think a lemon drop made with Grey Goose Le Citron, yuzu liqueur, and yuzu syrup, or a breezy take on a Moscow mule featuring Jefferson's bourbon, mint, peach, and ginger beer. Note: This lobby bar is reserved for Crockfords guests only. 3000 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
(833) 720-0585
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Nestled next to Catch and the check-in desk, the Aria lobby hideaway is as classic as they come. Open and well-lit, prices are on point for signature sips and seasonal cocktails. The selection of complementary salty snacks like popcorn and potato chips pair well with a classic martini, glass of champagne, or spirit-forward drink like the pineapple 'mezgarita' with Bosscal mezcal, pineapple juice, agave, and lime. 3730 South Las Vegas Boulevard, NV 89158
(866) 359-7757
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Red Rock's lobby lounge makes waiting for your suite a full-on vibe. A grand staircase frames the space, while a Swarovski crystal chandelier glitters overhead. Sip on Prosecco or order a signature cocktail. Bonus: Live music every Friday and Saturday night turns this into a key stop before exploring the resort's other bars upstairs. 11011 West Charleston Boulevard, NV 89135
(702) 797-7777
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No lobby bar lineup is complete without Collins, the resident cult favorite at Fontainebleau. Elegant gold accents highlight the deep blue furnishings, and a live piano accentuates a rock-solid drinks lineup. Cocktails range from the signature J.S. Collins, made with Woodinville bourbon, Mattei Cap Corse Blanc for minerality and bitterness, miso-honey, and fruit flavors, to homages of drinks past, like the 1930s Viva Villa with Codigo blanco tequila, lime, sugar, and salt. Collins can also accommodate beer and wine orders, along with extremely well-made requests for the standard favorites.
Right off the check-in area, Vesper is the Cosmopolitan's ever-reliable, always-open lobby bar. With mirrored ceilings and boldly patterned carpet, the setting nods to a retro Vegas vibe — and the drinks follow suit. Choose from a list split between 'classic' and 'reimagined' cocktails, like the namesake Vesper martini or the inventive Desert Island, made with Rayu mezcal, sherry, curaçao, and lime.
Centrally located and classically Vegas, the Horseshoe's lobby bar features leather stools, low tables, and cozy booths. A self-playing piano provides the soundtrack while you sip on a French 75, Aperol spritz, or the smoky-meets-sweet Smoke on the Water, made with Dos Hombres mezcal, triple sec, agave nectar, lime, and sweet-and-sour mix.
You can't miss Vegas Vickie in the heart of Circa — her neon blonde hair and white cowboy hat have been drawing eyes since her debut atop Glitter Gulch in 1980. Today, she lights the way to a striking lobby bar with Zodiac-themed cocktails, espresso martinis, and a standout non-alcoholic Negroni. There's even a dedicated menu of Old Fashioneds made with various smoky spirits. For something local and exclusive, try the Vegas Vickie Neon Blonde from Able Baker Brewing Company. 8 Fremont Street, NV 89101
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