Fontainebleau Las Vegas vs The Palazzo at The Venetian: Luxury Hotel Showdown
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
The Palazzo at The Venetian
Accommodations & Room Quality
Fontainebleau's 3,644 rooms feature contemporary design with floor-to-ceiling windows, smart room technology, and luxurious bathrooms with oversized showers. Standard rooms start at 500 sq ft with premium materials and custom furnishings. The Palazzo offers larger standard suites starting at 720 sq ft, featuring sunken living rooms, separate sleeping areas, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs. While Fontainebleau's rooms are more technologically advanced, The Palazzo provides more space and traditional luxury.
Winner: The Palazzo (for space and traditional luxury)
Dining Options
Fontainebleau features 36 restaurants and bars including celebrity chef establishments like Komodo by David Chang, Papi Steak, and Momofuku. The property offers diverse culinary experiences from casual to fine dining. The Palazzo shares access to The Venetian's massive culinary portfolio featuring over 40 restaurants including CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Buddy V's Ristorante, and Mott 32. Both properties offer exceptional dining, but The Venetian complex provides more established, renowned options.
Winner: The Palazzo (for variety and established reputation)
Amenities & Facilities
Fontainebleau boasts a 150,000 sq ft casino, 55,000 sq foot spa, multiple pools including an adults-only option, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. The property features innovative technology throughout and stunning architectural design. The Palazzo offers a 105,000 sq ft casino, Canyon Ranch SpaClub (one of Vegas's largest spas), multiple pools, and direct access to The Venetian's Grand Canal Shoppes. Both properties excel, but Fontainebleau's newer facilities give it an edge in modernity.
Winner: Fontainebleau (for modern facilities and design)
Location & Accessibility
Fontainebleau sits at the north end of the Strip, offering a more secluded experience with easy freeway access but requiring transportation to central Strip attractions. The Palazzo enjoys a prime mid-Strip location with walking access to most major casinos, Convention Center, and shopping destinations. The location advantage clearly favors The Palazzo for convenience.
Winner: The Palazzo (for superior Strip location)
Service & Hospitality
Fontainebleau employs a completely new staff with intensive training programs, offering enthusiastic but sometimes inconsistent service as they establish operations. The Palazzo benefits from years of refined service standards and experienced staff, providing consistently excellent hospitality. While Fontainebleau shows promise, The Palazzo's established service culture currently prevails.
Winner: The Palazzo (for consistent, experienced service)
Value & Pricing
Fontainebleau positions itself as ultra-luxury with room rates typically 10-15% lower than comparable Strip properties, offering good value for the quality provided. The Palazzo commands premium pricing reflective of its established reputation and prime location. Both represent luxury pricing, but Fontainebleau offers slightly better value for the luxury level.
Winner: Fontainebleau (for competitive luxury pricing)
Entertainment & Nightlife
Fontainebleau features the LIV nightclub (from Miami's famous venue), multiple sophisticated bars, and plans for major headliner residencies. The Palazzo offers access to The Venetian's entertainment including Blue Man Group, various lounges, and proximity to other major shows. Fontainebleau's nightlife offerings are more contemporary and exclusive.
Winner: Fontainebleau (for modern nightlife and exclusive venues)