My partner won a $100,000 Black Jack Tournament in 1997 at The Golden Nugget Downtown. There was a model of the Bellagio in the lobby which we were admiring. A very handsome man asked us what we thought and we told him we were excited for it to open. It was Steve Winn. He arranged for our account to be transferred over to the Bellagio when it opened and have been a fan ever since. Glad to see the upgrades. Thanks 😁
I took my mother to Prime at Bellagio for mother's day. It was both our first time eating there. The food was good, but what really sold it for us was the atmosphere. We were seated on the patio right next to the fountains, and it was dusk so all the lights were just coming on. It was so relaxing and we got great shots of the Eiffel tower and the water show itself!
I don’t think people realize just how much work it is to get to these places and film everything.. Props to Him for making it all happen. Not to mention the Money Spent on these Foods and Drinks.. Well done and keep it up! Cool!
I was anticipating this review since your room tour. Damn your videos are on point. I love the Bellagio and your edits did it undeniable justice. Thanks for your dedication James. Can't wait til the next. Cheers from Seattle.
Visited Vegas for the first time in May 2022 from the UK. Bellagio is an amazing hotel and well worth a visit .. so elegant and memorable but prices are eye watering like most places on the strip!
Both Bellagio and Wynn were built by the same people. I think Wynn did a great job of designing a hotel that doesn’t have a theme yet still has a lot of interesting attractions and decor. Love Wynn but I think Bellagio kills it at bringing upscale Italian design and no one does classical elegance like Bellagio.
Your videos are great, love the music you choose too, keep up the great work. I was there last week and you've made me regret not going to Petrosian bar. I guess I need to go back soon!
While I love the Bellagio (the fountain show especially), my favorite place to stay in Vegas is the Wynn/Encore. It is very elegant and upscale. The rooms are fantastic.
The Bar at the Lobby is incredible. The whiskey menu is fantastic and the people watching makes this place even better. Sadelles has been a long time go to for me over the past 10 years plus.
Not only front of the house but downstairs also clean, well appointed, comfortable and shows respect to those who work there and run the hotel and casino. One of the first to create a fine working environment so employees identify better with their patrons and guests.
Every time I'm in Vegas, I realize, all of the truly Top Tier Luxury properties on the Strip were designed by Steve Wynn. On our most recent trip, we spent a decent amount of time at Golden Nugget. His touches are still evident there. Vegas owes a lot of what it is today to the creativity of Steve Wynn
Wow you have outdone yourself, 6 out of 6 on the quality of your review! Totally loved the intro video AND the music, so cool. Glad to hear Bellagio is back, of course my favorite for 24 years so I am biased! Prime is my go to restaurant, have had several birthday dinners with large groups there. I also agree about the energy and I think you nailed the classic luxury vs. the newer luxury. I will have to check out some of the those drinks including the pool drinks, those look really good! Nice work!
I have to disagree with you on a couple of points. The Fountains are a must see every time I’m in Vegas. I feel somewhat cheated if I don’t see at least one show while in Vegas. The Conservatory is also excellent. I would really recommend the display that is there now. Its unlike anything they’ve done before, and is worth spending some time exploring.
I agree, and if you have a fountain view room, which we had, you can listen to the fountain music from your room at channel 22. Which was a great experience for me, since it was my first time visiting Las Vegas.
The fine dining at Bellagio is the thing that makes me want to go there. Le Cirque, Picasso and Michael Mina are all on my Fine Dining Bucket List (as well as Joël Robuchon over at MGM Grand).
Such a great video. I've been watching this video daily. Very great work and very well done. I like your blazers throughout the video as well, very sharp blazers.
Just had the Bellagio Martini and Caviar Cigar at Petrossian! Got here early as recommended and received the full ice block service! Totally worth it and thanks for the inside lead. Cheers!
Bellagio is on my list for my next Vegas trip. Thanks for commenting on the gym. That breakfast looked like a good start to the day. Keep these luxury reviews coming!
was there last summer as well. awesome time there. sadelles was banging breakfast there every morning. staying next store at the Cosmo this summer. can't wait. keep up the great work.
As a loyal Wynn & Encore customer, I was skeptical when a family member recently raved about the Bellagio. Your excellent video has now sold me on the Bellagio being back. Looking forward to the Le Cirque video.
You might have peaked my interest again in the Bellagio but I feel the same about the vibe so I would probably stay somewhere close and then go over for the restaurants. Loved the little piggy drink. Great video!
I was there for 5 nights this past Memorial Day. We loved our visit at Bellagio especially the Stay Well Fountain View Room, restaurants and pool. We are going back 2 more times this year!
Always appreciate your thorough reviews, James! Even though I was across the street at Paris in May, I didn't make it over to the Bellagio. It was the transition week for the conservatory, so I didn't venture over. Hopefully I will be able to view the conservatory next visit, and perhaps even stay there based on your review of the updated rooms. Thanks again.
There he is, 👋 hey James by the look of the conservatory setup you were there before May 24, we just got back, June 10th had a remodeled ⛲️ fountain view room. The 9 ft. long 🚿 shower is pretty cool. I concur on the resort, its back baby. We clocked some great pool time, and Lago tappas, meals were 👍 great. Sadells as well. Glad your back in Vegas buddy. Look forward to it all! Note to self: got to try that Dole Whip at the pool next trip.
Haven’t stayed at Bellagio since pre Covid it was fun down moldy not great do after Covid I felt more comfortable with the Wynn after this video I want my Bellagio back! Thanks James👏👏
i agree, beautiful property to take photographs (the outdoor greenery arches, very nice), it has an energy, but not comparable to the cosmopolitan or circa
Awesome video and like always, James has the best video music, love that. Those rooms are looking very new and fresh, the windows are of course small and not floor to ceiling like you get in the newer towers like Wynn/Encore or even Resorts World but the Bellagio is the original OG Vegas heavy hitter, I walked the property a couple months ago and ate at PRIME, its such a cool spot sunken below taking the escalators and views outside overlooking the fountains.
I just stayed at the Bellagio a few weeks ago and it didn’t live up to the hype. It was incredibly busy and the checkin lines were super long. They need more self checkin machines. The rooms felt dated to me, like a Marriot hotel. However I did appreciate the fountain view and the Bellagio Fountain Music channel. The food was just okay nothing to brag about for the price. Everything was expensive even the “cheap eats”. Prime was delicious though but that’s a $300 dinner minimum for 2. Great service though. The pools were busy and there were lots of kids and really only 2 pools. The adults only pool was by reservation only and it was $100. Pool service was slow too… sadly won’t be back to bellagio
Another fantastic review! I’ve been considering Le Cirque for one of my trips and you’ve sold me. Glad you had a good experience and looking forward to your next stop.
Hey hey Mr James so glad you enjoyed your stay ! Bellagio is my favorite Vegas hotel . I had a great time there a few weeks ago. Love Prime , Sadelles and Mayfair . I’m like you I’ve walked by the Petrovian Bar a million times . Next visit I will stop in . If you are still in Vegas they’ve already changed the Conservatory over to the summer exhibit and it’s amazing . Excellent video sir …as always 😎😎😎
Petrossian Bar has an Afternoon caviar tea we really enjoyed last year. It requires a 24hr reservation, and its almost a caviar tasting menu of their appetizers. Its intimate, and relaxing which is surprising given its next to the lobby and casino floor. Mayfair we enjoy and yes basic food wise, but you're there for the dinner show. Don't go hungry, but snack and enjoy your cocktail/wine.
Thank you for providing quality content. I am definitely guilty of wanting more and being frustrated when there's no new content however I appreciate the honest, and valuable content you post. Keep up the great work......... great content requires time, hard work and talent
I love the Bellagio. We stayed in November for the first time. We had an 'old' room but I still loved the blues & the bath tub. (I don't have one at home so I use it on vacation... I do bring stuff to clean it before I get in it!) The crowds were annoying but you get that everywhere in Vegas. I love the pool at the Bellagio. We've always stayed at Caesar's but I prefer the Bellagio. My fiance prefers Caesars tho.
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The Bellagio is my favorite. It's a casino for adults. The next time you go treat yourself to the penthouse suite. But Dude! Picasso is amazing! Surprised you were not a fan Was the pianist at the lobby bar. He takes requests. Although he claimed he did not know the theme to the A team TV show. Don't they do performance shows at the Mayfair? Also, make your bed. You're a pro now. Level up baby! Nice video. I love that place
Hey James, finally made it out of Puta Cana! Just back from Cancun here (the El Dorado) and that hurricane F*CKED up most of the trip. Oh well. Be in Vegas in three weeks! Trying Aria for the first time, excited! Great review as always.
The hotel 👀 looks truly stunning shown by attached 🎥 video show; and the hotel seems to be surrounded by sooo many awesome options person's can choose to do for different kinds of entertainment, gambling, eating, for drinks, shopping etcetera.
The Bellagio was my first stop on my Vegas trip and it was packed! There was still a lot of construction going on at the time. I passed by Sadelle's and there must have been an hour wait. Glad you review the places I might not ever check out otherwise.
Interesting review. You made your case for it’s elegance very well. I personally still go with Wynn Encore , especially dining. SW offers carrot fed beef and olive fed Kobe beef which is very unique and with the exception of Red 8 all of the restaurants are only found at the Wynn Encore Las Vegas unlike Prime and Le Cirque . Looking forward to your next one #wulffdendad
Thank you for the room review, I was a bit worried because I'm booked there in May and I would have been sad to have been staying in a dated or less than opulent style of room considering their style of interiors.
I like Bellagio exactly because of the more sedate luxury experience they offer. The casino is spacious and clean, the pool area isn’t party central, and I greatly enjoy both the Conservatory and the fountain shows. If I want a livelier atmosphere, the Cosmopolitan is right next door. My biggest complaint is with their cheaper dining options. I really like both Sadelle’s and Cafe Gelato, and the Pool Cafe has some nice options on their limited menu. However, I despise Snacks: terrible food that is vastly overpriced, with all the charm of an Urgent Care waiting room. To get a decent-sized iced tea I have to trek across the property to reach their only Starbucks. Planet Hollywood, Paris and Cosmopolitan all offer more variety and quality nearby, and by taking the Bellagio tram to Aria or Park MGM there are more dining options. But the positives at Bellagio far outweigh the negative. For anyone planning to book a stay, keep in mind the rooms at the Spa Tower have not been renovated, so stay in the main tower.
I love the Bellagio Conservatory! When was this filmed? I was just there 1.5 weeks ago and they had a really cool African safari theme which I loved, maybe my favorite I've seen.
Yeah, I noticed the Conservatory footage too having just gone to Electric Daisy Carnival and noticing the new safari theme there. I'm going to assume he was there between one and two months ago. =)
Great review of the place of some of those appetizers, dishes, desserts and drinks look unbelievable, more like art than food, though I'm sure they are all delicious. Would like to know what you paid for some of those things (you only mentioned the price of your food at Le Cirque) but I guess if I have to ask I probably can't afford it.
My one other complaint with the restaurants is that when you are traveling alone, they will never seat you outside at Prime or Lago. They just want to shove you to the bar to eat. And I make reservations way in advance and request outdoor seating. They just won't guarantee it.
Love how you cover exactly what you eat and drink, and I stay at Bellagio all the time. I love those Pinball slots outside the high limit room, but what were you doing? Were you only playing 1 coin a spin? Because if you got the Pinball bonus and just one hit on 40 coins, you should have been playing max bet so you would have 5 pulls on the pinball bonus.
