The Best Lobby Bars to Start Your Stay in Las Vegas

The Talk Dirty to Me at Gigolo. | Nikki Ryan

There’s something undeniably fun about grabbing a drink before — or after — checking into a Las Vegas hotel. Whether a romantic first date, taking a much-needed pre-meeting pause, ot a late flight means grabbing a midnight cocktail, posting up at a lobby bar with a well-made drink feels like an occasion in itself. This guide rounds up the best lobby bars across Las Vegas hotels — plus a few nearby gems to keep the adventure going. This update adds Gigolo at the Vanderpump Hotel, which took the place of the Cromwell in 2026.

Jen Smith is a freelance writer for Eater and has been on the Las Vegas food and beverage scene since 2021. Her work covers the decadent side of dining, from the evolution of wine and cocktail culture to trending dishes in their past and current forms. 
Source: Eater Vegas

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