Planet Hollywood Description
Shining in the spotlight of the Las Vegas Strip, Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino boasts gourmet restaurants, world-class shopping and dazzling entertainment that has hotel-casino patrons cheering for an encore.
Like the plot of a motion picture, this classic Las Vegas casino -- where Elvis and Priscilla Presley were married -- once rose from the dead: It was imploded in 1998 and then rebuilt from the ground up. As for its most recent dazzling special effect, the Aladdin lifted the curtain to Hollywood in Sin City when it was reborn as Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Since Planet Hollywood's arrival, the property has made a metamorphosis from its lackluster Arabian-theme into a high-tech, retro-chic attraction unlike any other Strip property.
Though infused with a taste of Hollywood culture, the vibe at Planet Hollywood is intended to be welcoming and unpretentious. Who knows, you might even find yourself sitting down to play blackjack next to Jack Black.
The hotel's movie theme is played out in the rooms through film memorabilia displayed in custom-designed cabinetry. The glamorous 12,800-square-foot lobby at Planet Hollywood has eight chandeliers, each comprised of 66,000 individually hand-strung crystals. Black granite floors, textured glass walls and large columns beckon guests to the check-in desk, where bands of LED lights continuously change color.
The 100,000-square-foot casino appears to be in constant motion with glowing rectangular light fixtures, which change colors from red to blue to green to purple. Tall pillars with either geometric patterns or stripes reach from the floor to the ceiling, and neon LED lights brighten the walls. More than 250 flat screen televisions can be found topping slot machines, while 87 table games await those ready to try their luck. Additional gaming options, include a race and sports book and a poker room.
For a bite to eat, head to the Spice Market Buffet or choose from the large menu at the 24-hour coffee shop Planet Dailies. Upstairs on the mezzanine level, Strip House redefines the traditional steakhouse with an innovative menu in a sexy, vintage atmosphere, while KOI, a well-recognized L.A. restaurant and lounge, combines the exotic Far Eastern aura with the energy and style of Hollywood. On the casino level, the first Las Vegas outpost of Earl of Sandwich makes sandwich eating a gourmet treat and the festive cantina Yolos provides a modern tribute to Mexican culture.
Planet Hollywood's Strip entrance is no longer the maze of confusion from the days of the Aladdin. The vegetation is gone and the entrances are clearly marked with escalators or stairs leading people off the Strip and into the property. Music plays at the doorways while color-changing orbs decorate the front of the hotel. There is also a clear entrance to the attached Miracle Mile Shops, which is owned separately from the hotel. The mammoth mall has more than 140 stores and dozen restaurants -- like Urban Outfitters, Build-A-Bear Workshop, GAP Body, BCBG Max Azaria and bebe -- incorporating something for every discerning taste.
As expected in Hollywood, Planet Hollywood is packed with high caliber entertainment. Upstairs, a brand new 1,500-seat showroom is used for premiering major motion pictures. Planet Hollywood is also home to one of the best concert venues in Las Vegas, the Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood. V Theater inside the Miracle Mile Shops features different shows for audiences of all ages.
Center stage in the casino of Planet Hollywood is a circular hot spot called the Heart Bar, a place to hang out with the beautiful people while sipping on drinks served by cocktail waitresses in black leather go-go attire. Guests can grab their 15 minutes of fame at the Extra Lounge, the new Las Vegas headquarters for the correspondents and crew of television's "Extra." Located near the hotel's front entrance, this 24-hour bar is the perfect spot to see who's coming and going.
Those ready for a night of dancing should check out Krave nightclub is located adjacent to the shops.
For a tranquil retreat from the flurry of shoppers, concert goers and gamblers, the Planet Hollywood Spa by Mandara offers relaxing body therapies from around the world, as well as saunas and steam rooms. With such superior treatment, you will truly feel like a movie star.
4.5 business
Planet Hollywood Details
Number of Rooms: 2,567.
Casino: Yes, 100,000-square-foot main casino with 2,800 slot machines and 87 table games. Plus The London Club, 35,000-square-foot European-style gaming salon operated in partnership with London Clubs International. Casino games include Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, Craps, Keno, Let It Ride, Pai Gow Poker, Poker, Roulette, Slots, Baccarat, Wheel of Fortune, Megabucks and Super Megabucks. The casino has a poker room.
Race & Sports Book: Yes, a 50-seat race and sports book, equipped with 30 televisions, including 42-inch plasma screens.
Restaurants: Planet Hollywood and the Miracle Mile Shops have the following dining options: in Planet Hollywood: P.F. Chang's China Bistro, Cabo Wabo, Spice Market Buffet, Planet Dailies, Strip House, Koi, Yolos, Earl of Sandwich, Starbucks; in the Miracle Mile Shops: Lombardi's Romagna Mia, Aromi D' Italia, Ben & Jerry's, Blondies Sports Bar & Grill, Cheeseburger at the Oasis, Fresh, La Salsa Cantina, Lobster ME (opening August 2011), Ocean One Bar & Grille, Oyster Bay Seafood & Wine Bar, Pampas Brazilian Grille, PBR Rock Bar & Grill, Todai Seafood & Sushi Buffet, Auntie Anne's Pretzels and Créamo, Godiva Chocolatier, Nestlé TollHouse Café and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf.
Entertainment: V -- The Ultimate Variety Show, Stripper 101, Marc Savard Comedy Hypnosis, American Storm, Sin City Comedy, The Mentalist, Gerry McCambridge, Hitzville The Show, Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding, Gregory Popovich's Comedy Pet Theater and Echoes of the 60s are performed in the V Theater at the Miracle Mile Shops. VEGAS! THE SHOW, BeatleShow! and The Magic and Tigers of Rick Thomas perform in the new Saxe Theater also inside the Miracle Mile Shops. Entertainment is also featured in the 7,000-seat Theatre for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood. PEEPSHOW is performed in the Planet Hollywood Showroom. Amazing Johnathan performs in The Harmon Theater located on Harmon Ave., adjacent to the Miracle Mile Shops.
Nightlife: Gallery , a 17,500-square foot nightclub, and the adjacent Pussycat Dolls Burlesque Saloon . There is Krave , a gay club, located adjacent to the shops.
Attractions: No.
Pool: Yes, two 4,500-square-foot pools and two Jacuzzis.
Health Club or Fitness Equipment: Yes.
Spa: Yes, the 32,000-square-foot Planet Hollywood Spa by Mandara offers multiple types of massages and services.
Shops: More than 150 world-class and one-of-a-kind retail shops and several unique restaurants can be found in the Miracle Mile Shops.
Wedding Services: Yes, Planet Hollywood has a wedding chapel.
Business Center: Yes.
Convention Rooms: Yes, a total of 75,000 square feet of meeting space including a 37,000-square-foot grand ballroom.
Child-care Facilities: No.
Room Service: Yes.
Pets Allowed: Yes, but only in specific rooms. There is also a fee.
In-Room Internet Access: Yes. Wireless high-speed internet access in guest rooms and many common areas available for a fee.
Hotel Amenities: Concierge, currency exchange, laundry service, luggage service, maid service, safety deposit box, wake-up call.
Parking Garage: Yes, a 10-story parking garage
RV Park: No.
Shuttle Service to the airport: Shuttle service to and from the airport available for a fee from an outside company.
Shuttle Service to the Strip: No.
Standard Room Amenities: Air conditioning, alarm clock, remote-controlled cable TV, desk, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron and ironing board, on-command movies, pay-per-view movies, radio, refrigerator (upon request), telephone, voice mail.
Wheelchair Accessible Rooms: Yes.
Check-in Time: 3 p.m.
Check-out Time: 11 a.m.
Minimum Age to Reserve a Room: 21 years.
Policies: The maximum total number of guests (adults and children) in a room is four.
Incidental Charges: For each additional person in a room beyond double occupancy, there is a charge of $35 extra per person, per night regardless of age. Hotel requires a credit card or a cash deposit for incidental charges.
