Stratosphere

The Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower has become a one-of-a-kind landmark in the Vegas skyline and, at 1,149 feet high, its tower is the spot for the ultimate view of Las Vegas. But offering a spectacular view, the highest thrill rides in the country, a bevy of dining options and a variety of accommodations, is just the beginning.

The Stratosphere's casino is nearly as impressive an entity as the tower. It's one of the larger gaming floors in town and is constantly updated with state-of-the-art slot machines and video technology. Plus, there's an action-packed race and sports book and a 24-hour poker room with eight tables.

The Stratosphere also boasts a grand front entrance with valet service. There are 2,427 rooms, mostly in the Premier Tower. More than 900 rooms (called the Stratosphere Select) were recently remodeled and feature modern décor, flat-screen televisions, MP3 alarm clocks, 240-thread-count bedding, elegant furnishings and upgraded bathroom floors and vanities.

A variety of dining experiences awaits guests of the Stratosphere. Off the casino floor, you can enjoy a sock hop atmosphere at Roxy's Diner or the charm and tastes of Old World Italy at Fellini's Ristorante Italiano. McCall's Heartland Grill offers steak and seafood win a Midwestern style. Try plate after plate of global cuisine at the Stratosphere's sumptuous buffet. And at Top of the World, indulge in delicious eclectic cuisine while seeing the entire city of Las Vegas from your table. The restaurant's floor rotates, giving guests an exceptional 360-degree view, featuring Mount Charleston, the Las Vegas Strip and beyond.

After dining at the Top of the World, head upstairs to the Level 107 Lounge. It features live music, great cocktails, appetizers and beautiful views. You can also grab a drink at AirBar on Level 108. You might see an occasional person fly by. Don't worry, you haven't had too much alcohol. SkyJump, a great attraction for thrill seekers who aren't afraid of heights, is also located on Level 108. Adventurous visitors are strapped into a harness, attached to the "descender machine" and step off a narrow platform only to plunge 855 feet straight down.

In addition to SkyJump, the Stratosphere boasts a number of other hair-raising attractions including the Big Shot, a seated, shorter but equally thrilling ride, and X Scream, which extends you over the ledge of the Stratosphere Tower -- and leaves you there. The stop is only for a few seconds, but it's long enough to make you appreciate attractions on the first floor. A fourth ride is called Insanity-The Ride. Nothing more need be said!

After enjoying the day sampling the resort's many attractions, spend your evening at a show in the Theater of the Stars. Swinging singer and songwriter Frankie Moreno and his 10-piece band will have your toes tapping (and, by the end of the evening, may get your feet grooving) with a mix of classic covers and original hits. The sexy show "Pin Up" modernizes the vintage era of the classic pin up calendar girls. It stars Claire Sinclair, Playboy's 2011 Playmate of the Year and a Bettie Page clothing model, along with a cast of dancers, singers and a live six-piece band.

Shop-aholics will find great deals in the Tower Shops, and those who enjoy being pampered can visit the Roni Josef Salon and Spa.

Whether it's great heights, great attractions or a great show you're looking for, the Stratosphere has an abundance of amenities to enjoy.

Amenities

Attractions: Yes, Big Shot thrill ride, SkyJump Las Vegas, Insanity - The Ride, X Scream and the Stratosphere Tower itself.

Business Center: No.

Casino: Yes. The casino has table games including blackjack, roulette, Fortune Pai Gow Poker, mini-baccarat, three-card poker, Let It Ride and craps, and more than 1,200 slots and video poker machines. There is a poker room.

Check-in Time: 3 p.m.

Check-out Time: 11 a.m.

Child-care Facilities: No.

Convention Rooms: Yes, more than 17,000 square feet of meeting space.

Entertainment: Entertainment includes: Frankie Moreno, Pin Up and lounge acts. The Level 107 Lounge has live music every Wednesday through Saturday.

Health Club or Fitness Equipment: Yes, there is a fitness center.

Hotel Amenities: Concierge, currency exchange, luggage and maid service, safety deposit boxes, wake-up calls.

In-Room Internet Access: Yes, for an additional fee.

Incidental Charges: Hotel requires a credit card or debit card upon check-in for incidental charges. Hotel requires a government-issued photo ID be presented when checking in.

Minimum Age to Reserve a Room: 21 years.

Nightlife: Yes, the C Bar, Air Bar, Level 107 Lounge and Images Lounge.

Number of Rooms: 2,427 rooms and suites.

Parking Garage: Yes, an eight-story parking garage, but only seven are operable.

Pets Allowed: No.

Policies: Children 11 and under stay free with an adult. The maximum total number of guests (adults and children) in a room is four.

Pool: Yes, the Level 8 Pool is located on a 67,000-square-foot deck with a hot tub, water volleyball area, cabanas, special events area, a cafe and panoramic views of Las Vegas.

Race & Sports Book: Yes, a 120-seat race and sports book, equipped with 33 televisions and 24 big screens.

Resort Fee: 14.99

Restaurants: The Stratosphere has the following dining options: Top of the World, McCall's Heartland Grill, The Buffet, Roxy's Diner, Fellini's Ristorante Italiano, Level 8 Pool Cafe, Tower Pizzeria and Starbucks.

Room Service: Yes.

RV Park: No.

Shops: Yes, the Tower Shops at the Stratosphere features 32 shops and an array of kiosks and retail carts.

Shuttle Service to the airport: No.

Shuttle Service to the Strip: No.

Spa: Yes, Roni Josef Salon and Spa offers multiple types of massages and services. The spa also has a full-service salon.

Standard Room Amenities: Desk, electronic door locks, radio, telephone, air conditioning, alarm clock, 42-inch flat-screen plasma television, hair dryer and pay-per-view movies. Refrigerators are available upon request and with the payment of a rental fee (note: no fee is charged in suites).

Wedding Services: Yes, the Chapel in the Clouds offers a number of wedding ceremony packages.

Wheelchair Accessible Rooms: Yes.