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Palazzo vs Encore Suites at Wynn Las Vegas : Vegas Battle Royale

Palazzo
Las Vegas Strip
Blow by blow:

There is a lot that the Palazzo offers that I enjoy. The gaming and dining is right at the top of that list. I feel most comfortable at this property because the layout is simple and understandable. This is the main property I gamble at.

The perfect place for a couple of Pampered Palazzo Princesses. Gorgeous rooms, over the top spa, shopping bliss, dining delights and a Phantom to woo us at night. Cant wait to book another girls weekend there with my sister in law.

The Palazzo, my favorite home away from home! The rooms are twins to the Venetian with a different decor. You have the living room and a bedroom. The bathrooms are my favorite, they have a makeup area that is separate from the sinks, so the hubby can get ready without getting shaving cream all over my makeup. Oh, and we can do all of this while watching TV in the bathroom or in the bedroom or in the living room. Once you get the hang of the lights in the room...they have a master switch, its all good. Switch it the wrong way and splay out some new words while you scream in frustration. The drapes open with a remote control, I have got to have that at home. Bam, drapes open...time to get up! The beds are uber comfortable, so are the 6 pillows...and if you want more, there are usually two more in the closet.
Service at the Palazzo in EVERY area is top notch from check in to drink service in the casino. The casino has wider aisles which is great for all of us claustrophobes and you can actually get some play time in for your dollar. Whoudda thot on the strip that this is possible?
The crown jewel away from the high end restaurants and shops is the Grand Luxe Cafe. The food is always excellent, fresh and the portions are humongous. The price is reasonable for a resort of this quality.

Just as good as Wynn don't believe the design-snob/Wynn-fanboy hype that this place sucks. It's actually better than Wynncore because theres less douchebags and the restaurants are better too plus you have the whole Venetian to spread out in if you get bored and its better located than Wynn too. Plus the rooms are huge and the views are great too! Personally I prefer Bellagio & Aria but my wife likes the food & shops here better.

Brand new and really nice. The rooms are the best thing about this hotel. The gambling is good. 40/40 club is over rated, but the people are very friendly.

New hotel. Rooms are huge and beds are comfortable. Palazzo is attached to the Venetian and the Sands Convention Center. Good location near Wynn and Fashion Show Mall. Probably great for conventioneers and older couples. Palazzo just seemed to lack the same exciting vibe I get at Wynn, Cosmopolitan, Bellagio, or Mirage. Still one of the nicest places to stay if the price is right.

Everyone hates V/P so much these days it's almost embarrassing to have Palazzo listed. You know what? This is a damn good place though. True, comp offers disappeared for a few months there but they are back in full force. The "host" on duty even comped FB for me on check out. The basic rooms are very large. Smoking rooms usually have 3 ash trays. The average player here is below average so it's entertaining to watch the casino take their money. Don't bother chasing high status on the player's card unless you are a slot player. Table players don't get any love from the status system but your comps will be there (even if they refuse to give them to chuckmonster). Oh, when you do get a comp to come back it's "matchplay" not "freeplay" so always take it in slot credit and burn it on video poker for maximum player hold. Again, I really like this place even if everyone else hates it.

A more casual, less maze-like property. The Venetian for those of us who don't like getting lost. Parking access is a godsend.

I stayed here during a conference a few months after it opened in 2008. Rooms were very nice. At the time their Grazie club was only good for 3 months and then you had to re-enroll. Pretty sure that has been changed by now.

OK, so Palazzo isn't as bad as its sister next door. The casino's layout isn't as confusing. The mall has some swanky shops, including my fave Barney's. First is a hip & happening bar/restaurant.
Still, there's something wrong here. It feels a bit like a Bellagio-Wynn hybrid knock-off. And as much as I like the non-smoking casino areas, I still don't feel right gambling here.

While it has the nicest standard hotel rooms in Vegas, it has the overall feel of an upscale shopping plaza, not of a multi-billion dollar resort and casino in Las Vegas. It's just lacking the overall vibe and tiny little details that make Wynncore and Bellagio so special.

Used to love this place, that is until Uncle Sheldon ended comps - big mistake. The comps got us on the property which resulted in us doing most of our gambling, eating, drinking and shopping on the property. We are boycotting Uncle Sheldon's properties until he recovers from his massive brain fart.
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Palazzo
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Encore Suites at Wynn Las Vegas
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Encore Suites at Wynn Las Vegas
Las Vegas Strip
Blow by blow:

Holy Shitballs! This place is awesome! Was able to stay here for $129/night and would do it again in a heartbeat. Flipping amazing!

What else is there to say after you acknowledge the fact that this is a step up from the Wynn which was the best hotel in Vegas...make that the US. You just can't get more plush and first class than Encore. Bravo once again Mr. Wynn.

Damn, this place is nice. I stayed here in November of 2010 and WOW. Beautiful room and great service. Looking forward to the next time.

Amazing hotel in a less than perfect location, but no problem if you plan to stay on property. Casino is light and airy, private yet open, and the right mix of high roller meets working joe. Check out the casino by the pool on a hot day for some outdoor fun, and enjoy the music and fake boobs floating by. Rooms are amazingly designed with well thought out touches and the best bed you'll ever sleep on. Bump up to the Tower Suites and feel like you're right at home with better perks and less work.

Awesome ! THE Best place to stay on the Strip if you want to be taken care of. Can't wait to go back

This is - by far - the most beautiful resort I've ever built. It's a fact, God told me so.

OMIGD. Who thought it could get better than Wynn. Well, this is amazing, beautiful, the best of the best design, suites.The only thing is I'm not sure of the restaurants. Switch was silly, and I don't remember what I ate.Sinatra was very good, but the atmosphere was too reserved, and very expensive. (SW steakhouse looks inexpensive next to this).Saw Danny Gans again a year ago and he was terrible. The most current thing he did was George Burns. My 20 something kids wanted to walk out. Steve should watch him again, he's dated and seems his voice sounds worn out.I know The Reve has been redone, but seeing it 4 years ago, I didn't like it, and we've seen all the circ's but Ka and love all. I think Wynn is still in search of their entertainment.

It's like Wynn, but with a better casino and rooms. Although, it's that much further to walk to anything on the strip. Overall, my fav.

THE finest , classiest place in Vegas...period. I got my room after a promo code and my unused resort credit was applied for $264 June6-8! I will stay here every chance I get!!!but will place elsewhere, casino was boring, (but not meant for a low roller like me) and we laugh at anyone who will stand outside in of ANY club (XS) on a Sunday at 2 am, and still try to take themselves seriously. First class all the way!!

Class. Beauty. Friendliness and professional staff. Dusty Room. Big LCD HDTVs. Great Value in these tight times!

I stayed here when I was in the process of buying my condo in town (where I now reside). If I were still living in Orange County, I'd DEFINITELY stay here when visiting! The standard suites are quite spacious at over 700 sq. ft., and they are certainly decorated tastefully and stocked with amazing luxuries like a flat-screen TV in the bathroom and a great lounge sofa in the living room.
And if the accomodations aren't exciting enough, try the food! Sinatra serves classic Italian dishes done perfectly, while Society Cafe is a "gourmet diner" doing luxurious comfort food. Also try Daniel Boulud and Stratta next door at Wynn. Nightlife sizzles here with XS, Blush, and Tryst... And don't you dare miss the fabulous show at Le Reve! For a few extra bucks, the VIP Indulgence package with champagne service during the show is definitely worth it! ;-)

I had heard the hype and wasn't actually planning to like this. I really, really liked it. The wood-inlaid blackjack tables are a nice touch. The every 4 minute drink service is a better one.

One of the most luxurious standard rooms in Vegas. Very classy, very stylish and the dining was outstanding.

If you want to feel like your rich and famous, stay here for a night or 2. Just an elegant and classy place. Horrible place to gamble but great place to stay and bask in the wealthy vibe...

A few visits make Wynn/Encore my place to come back to after being out in Las Vegas

Staying here for 3 nights in April for my birthday. The restaurants are amazing here.

WOW! I fell in love with the design and the beautiful color of the building the first time I saw it. I've stayed in some somewhat okay hotels, but this was the best hotel experience ever. ENCORE FTW!!!

Absolutely amazing. Stayed here in a panoramic tower suite on the 61st floor. The room was much bigger that I anticipated, and the couch area was a very nice touch. The bathroom was equally awesome, except for the standard shower head. I would have expected an upgraded shower head. (silly, I know).
The service was top notch for the entire long weekend, including casino hosts, cocktail waitresses, restaurant servers, check-in, etc. This place blew me away, and I severely doubt I'd stay at a different property.

Place was absolutely amazing! Got a really good mid-week deal to stay in one of the regular rooms and they bumped me up and waived the resort fee so it ended up being a total of 60 or 70 bucks more....totally worth it. We even were hitting on the slots here. Girlfriend won $700, should have been $2,200 is she had max bet. Really liked the breakfast at the place across from the Wynn Buffet.

The room is hard to beat. The XS pool is hard to beat. Wasuzu is hard to beat. If I could just find a cocktail waitress.

I really likes the soothing calm of the casino floor, wonderful staff and the overly courteous hookers. I politely said "no" and they said "thank you and have a great night".

Fantastic rooms, beautiful property, gambling so-so. Attracts a younger crowd. Would definately stay again but probably at Wynn

Beautiful property and rooms, but the walls of the suites are painfully thin and you will get to hear your neighbors all day and all night.

Together with Wynn Las Vegas is the best Resort on the Strip. Casino is horrible. No free drinks, horrible payoff, and a bunch of frats and half-naked girls waiting on lines to get into the clubs. No Vegas feeling at all...

I was shocked when I walked into the room...OMG....black sheer curtains. I immediately got a funeral home vibe. Brown and ivory striped curtains, black sofa, everything is black, white, cream and brown. Gold and beige laminate walls with black trim around the ceiling, I felt like I was sleeping under a cheap formica table. The only color was a red behind the headboard of the bed. The bed IS very comfy which makes up for the gawd awful room decor. In the bathroom were black and white drawings that looked they were painted on a chalkboard of a nude woman with a big bottom. If I wanted to see that, I'd look in the mirror. On the plus side, the room's flat screen TV swivels so you can see it in the sofa area or from the bed. The bathroom has a TV and is large and has great amenities. The casino is boring, spotty drink service. Expectations for this place were much higher.

I love this property. I hate Encore Beach Club. QED, this property is no longer perfect.

Really like the Encore. Awesome view and good resturants. Couple things that botherd me..
1. You can hear the music from Surrender all night, even up on the 34th floor.
2. There was no coffee maker in the room. Coffee was $4 at the bar downstairs.
Other than that I was a great hotel...

Love it! Even though its far away from Wynn's larger restaurant selection, Encore has better and bigger rooms, nightlife and a great casino (except for the slots - I've been told they suck).

Simply put, this is one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed at. Spent two nights in an Encore Suite King with a view of downtown. View was nothing spectacular, but the window let in a nice amount of light and using the remote control for the window shades made me feel VERY classy. Large bathroom with separate bath tub, shower, and a toilet in its own room with door....these always make staying at a hotel that much nicer.
As far as the gaming goes...this is why the Encore will only get 5 stars from me. Most blackjack tables pay out at 6/5 versus the traditional 3/2 when the player hits 21, which makes a big difference in the long run. And if you like wagering on sports, please note that the Encore DOES NOT have a sports book. You'll end up walking 20-25 minutes each way to the Wynn to place your bets, which becomes something of a pain in the neck after you've down it more then three times.
Overall, I had a great time and found that I never had to leave the Encore/Wynn complex over the two days I was in Vegas. And considering that the pools weren't really an option during my stay (cabanas were closed for the season, and it was too cold in late November to swim anyways) I can only imagine how much more enjoyable it would've been during a warmer time of year. If you're looking for high-end opulence, this just might be the ticket.

Beautiful place but, I think it's overrated, gorgeous and spacious rooms but the location sucks and the $25 min tables kinda suck. I guess if you have the money and you would rather spend it on a hotel room then entertainment you cant go wrong. personally I like a better price in a better location.

A bit directionless upon opening, Encore is slowly being retooled for Steve Wynn's new focus on nightlife. Lots of bars, booze, and now multiple pools for you to get your social freak on. That's nice, but the catch is that I just don't like nightlife. While you're clubbin', I'm 30 floors up trying to sleep over the UNTS UNTS UNTS sound of your party.

Formerly a boxcar, downgraded to half a hard eight, thanks to the choking influx of d-bags here for XS and Surrender, not to mention Encore Beach Club. This place had a very brief run as the creme de la creme, before The Steve decided to alienate his elderly (read: over 30) customers and cater directly to the young and heavily leveraged.

The rooms are great. Separate living room. The bed was very comfortable. The Encore property feels smaller than the Wynn, like a small boutique hotel. Wazuzu is a really good Asian restaurant.

Stopped in on the way to a party at XS, I like the way the hotel looks. Can't wait to stay here one day.

I love the Encore casino. I think it has the perfect mix of natural light and color that can really liven the place up. The clientele has gone downhill, however, since the beach club opened.

For a couple of years this was my new favorite place on the strip. Well times have changed. I don't drink Red Bull 24/7. I don't reek of Axe bodyspray. I think wifebeater a-shirts are underwear, not casualwear. I don't have testicles the size of grapes from years of steroid useage.... so obviously I don't fit in with with Encores new demographic. Oh well. It was fun while it lasted. Too bad the economy took a crap.

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