News Summary
Las Vegas has introduced its first non-gaming hotel in the Symphony Park district with the opening of the AC Hotel by Marriott and Element by Westin. This development signals a shift in the city’s hospitality landscape, offering diverse accommodations. The two hotels include 441 guest rooms and various amenities, contributing to local job creation and enhancing community ties. Additionally, M Resort is expanding with a new hotel tower, while the Vanderpump Hotel is set to revamp the Cromwell in 2026. These changes reflect ongoing growth in Las Vegas’s hospitality sector.
Las Vegas has officially welcomed its first non-gaming hotel, marking a significant shift in the hospitality landscape of the Symphony Park district. Jackson-Shaw, a prominent national real estate developer, hosted an opening ceremony for two hotels: the AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park and the Element by Westin Symphony Park. The event took place at 330 South Grand Central Parkway and was celebrated by local leaders and community members.
The newly constructed development is a five-story building comprising a total of 441 guest rooms. The AC Hotel by Marriott Symphony Park features 322 rooms, catering mainly to short-term visitors. The Element by Westin Symphony Park, with its 119 rooms, is specifically designed for longer stays, appealing to both business and leisure travelers. Additionally, the property boasts over 18,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, various dining options, entertainment suites, and an outdoor pool and terrace, making it a versatile venue for different events.
During the ceremony, attendees also recognized the importance of community by making donations to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and the Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE. A sculpture by artist Larry Domsky of Domsky Glass Studio was dedicated at the event to symbolize creativity and collaboration. This piece honors the legacy of the late Lewis W. Shaw, II, founder and chairman of Jackson-Shaw.
The new hotel project has also contributed to local job creation, generating over 200 jobs for residents in the area. This development signals a growing trend toward non-gaming accommodations in Las Vegas, diversifying the types of hospitality options available to visitors.
In addition to the announcement of the Symphony Park hotels, Penn Entertainment revealed plans to open a second hotel tower at M Resort Spa Casino Las Vegas on December 1, pending regulatory approvals. This expansion, costing approximately $206 million, will nearly double M Resort’s capacity to 765 guestrooms and suites. The new hotel tower and restaurant are expected to meet the increasing group business and local market demand, reinforcing Las Vegas as a thriving destination for both tourism and conventions.
As part of this expansion, M Resort has partnered with The Emeril Group to introduce Meril, a contemporary American restaurant named after chef Emeril Lagasse’s daughter. The menu at Meril will reflect Lagasse’s culinary expertise and personal experiences, aiming to provide guests with a unique dining experience. Furthermore, a new 15,000-square-foot Montese Ballroom is set to open on October 1, further enhancing the resort’s capability to host large events and gatherings.
Excitement is also building around the upcoming Vanderpump Hotel, which is set to take over the Cromwell hotel on the Las Vegas Strip in 2026. Celebrity restaurateur Lisa Vanderpump, known from the reality television show Vanderpump Rules, is collaborating with Caesars Entertainment on this venture, marking her first hotel project after already opening multiple restaurants in Las Vegas. The Cromwell will remain operational during the transition to the Vanderpump Hotel, which will include renovations to guest rooms and communal areas, aiming for a design that emphasizes “sexy elegance and comfort.”
Overall, these new developments in Las Vegas not only contribute to the expansion of the hospitality sector but also reflect a commitment to enhancing the visitor experience while fostering local community ties.
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