
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa
Best for lakeside relaxation, families, watersports, and outdoor space near Henderson.
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The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa is a 4-star lakeside resort in Henderson focused on outdoor space, family activities, and lake access. ARIA Resort & Casino is a 5-star modern casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip for travelers who want central location, dining, nightlife, and a big casino.
Updated · about 17 miles apart (Westin → Las Vegas Strip)

Best for lakeside relaxation, families, watersports, and outdoor space near Henderson.

Best for contemporary luxury, late-night dining, casino action, and central Strip access.
When The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa wins: pick the Westin if you want lake access, family-focused pools and activities, golf and easy access to outdoor recreation, or quieter evenings away from the Strip.
When ARIA Resort & Casino wins: choose ARIA for a central Strip address, a large casino floor, many high-end restaurants and bars, nightlife and entertainment within walking distance of CityCenter and other major casinos.
Bottom line: The Westin is a lakeside escape that leans family- and outdoors-friendly; ARIA is a high-capacity, modern luxury casino resort for guests who want to be in the middle of Las Vegas action.
| Category | The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa | ARIA Resort & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Relaxed lakeside resort with family and outdoor focus | Contemporary, design-forward casino resort focused on dining and nightlife |
| Location | Lake Las Vegas community, Henderson — private beach and lake access | CityCenter on the Las Vegas Strip (3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas) |
| Size | 493 guestrooms and suites | 4,002 guestrooms and suites |
| Ages / audience | All ages; family-friendly with children's pool and Family Zone | All ages; not adults-only (guests under 21 must be with an adult to check in) |
| Pools & beach | Two-level Nuala Pool complex + private beach area and waterslide | Three outdoor pools, poolside bar, hot tubs (pool hours and reservations may apply) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues (Marssa, Rick's Café, Pool Grille, Arabesque Lounge, Marrakesh Express) | 14 restaurants, 11 bars/lounges including signature dining options (room service limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Ah Spa by Ageless Humans, sauna, steam room, WestinWORKOUT fitness studio | Full-service spa, steam room, sauna, fitness facilities |
| Casino & gaming | No on-site casino (focus on lake, pools, golf) | Large casino: ~150,000 sq ft floor, ~1,600 slot machines and ~100 gaming tables |
| Meetings & events | About 35 meeting rooms and ~50,000 sq ft of event space including ballrooms and outdoor lawns | Extensive conference center: 51 meeting rooms and 510,000 sq ft of meeting/conference space |
| Nearby attractions | Lake activities, Reflection Bay Golf Club, Montelago Village; roughly 20 minutes' drive to the Strip | Walking distance to other Strip casinos, Dolby Live, T-Mobile Arena, shops and shows |
The Westin sits on the shores of Lake Las Vegas in Henderson with a private beach and lakeside village nearby.
Choose the Westin for lake access, outdoor activities and a quieter setting away from the Strip.
ARIA is in CityCenter on the Las Vegas Strip, steps from other major casinos, shows and nightlife.
Pick ARIA for immediate access to the Strip’s dining, gambling and entertainment scene.
The Westin offers lake- and pool-view rooms and a range of suites and villas suited to families.
Better for guests who want family-sized rooms and lake or pool views.
ARIA has a large inventory of contemporary rooms and suites with in-room tech and city views.
Better for travelers seeking a large variety of contemporary rooms near Strip entertainment.
The Westin focuses on lake-view and family-friendly dining with a few specialty outlets.
Good for relaxed, lake-view meals and family dining — fewer late-night or celebrity-chef options.
ARIA has an extensive and varied dining roster across many cuisines and late-night options.
Choose ARIA if you want many on-site dining choices and late-night options within walking distance.
The Westin’s Nuala Pool complex and private beach underline its lake- and family-first appeal.
Best choice for families and anyone who wants direct lake access plus distinct adult and family pool areas.
ARIA provides multiple outdoor pools and hot tubs for a Strip-resort pool experience.
Pick ARIA for a classic Strip pool scene with multiple pools and cabana options rather than lake activities.
The Westin pairs a full-service medspa and fitness studio with quieter evening options by the lake.
Better for wellness-focused stays and quieter nights after a day on the lake.
ARIA mixes a full-service spa with a large casino floor, clubs, bars and late-night activity.
Best for guests who want spa time plus easy access to late-night dining, bars and casino gaming.

Two-level pool with waterslide, children's pool, Family Zone and lake activities for kids.

Large casino floor, 14 restaurants and 11 bars/lounges in a central Strip location.

Direct access to Lake Las Vegas, kayaking, paddleboarding and nearby golf.

CityCenter location within walking distance of shows, venues and other major casinos.
The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa — it has a children's pool, Family Zone and lake activities geared to families.
ARIA Resort & Casino is on the Las Vegas Strip and within walking distance of many shows and other casinos; The Westin is about a 20-minute drive from the Strip.
ARIA has a large on-site casino. The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa does not list an on-site casino.
The Westin has direct lake access for kayaking, paddleboarding and yacht cruises on Lake Las Vegas; ARIA does not offer lake-based watersports.
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