Key Points:
- Fontainebleau’s Noble Suite offers 937 SF of space and starts at around $350/night after fees.
- The layout & dimensions of the suites can vary slightly from one Noble Suite to another, but they’re similar.
- This was a spectacular experience, and a worthy splurge for special occasions.
Fontainebleau is quickly becoming one of my favorite resorts on the Strip, and this surprise upgrade only enhances my perception of the property.
My brother Ike and I both booked rooms at Fontainebleau for the opening weekend of March Madness. A Gold Room for me, and Ike was booked in a base Bleau Room – Both were complimentary thanks to our play in the Fontainebleau Rewards loyalty program.
After logging a few stays, I firmly believe Fontainebleau’s base room product is in the same league as the top dogs on the Strip, like Wynn and Crockfords.
Now, imagine my jealousy when Ike got the random, complimentary upgrade to a Noble Suite, which starts at around $350/nt mid-week, but can be significantly more expensive.
Fortunately, he allowed me inside to explore and share the experience.
Check-In
The hotel lobby aesthetic is a stunning introduction to the property, unlike any other in Vegas.
That said, a high-end resort should offer mobile check-in and keys. Although the line to check in with a human was short, it took well over 20 minutes.
Minor gripe, but there should be an expedited option.
The suite was complimentary, and the offer included the resort fee, so the stay was completely free.
The approach to the room at Fontainebleau is special, as the elevator lobbies are classy AF with stone finishes and unique lighting.
The hotel hallways are the widest I’ve ever seen.
Noble Suite Review
Let’s tackle this monster sequentially: Starting with the entryway ➡️ 1st bathroom ➡️ Living area ➡️ Main bedroom & bathroom.
Stepping into the suite, you have a clear line of sight to the living area, but to the immediate right is a full bathroom with a shower.
That’s unique, as 1-bedroom suites I’ve had only offer a 1/2 bath off the living area (sink & toilet).
Stepping past the bathroom is the living area, which has a wet bar with stone finishes, a sink, a dry mini-bar, a refrigerated mini-bar, stool seating for 2, and an empty chilling drawer for personal use. We stocked it with beer.
Putting a mirror above the bar instead of a TV feels like a miss to me, but I’m not an elite interior design mind.
The living area of the Noble Suite is oddly shaped, and the layout varies from suite to suite.
Ours was the lesser variant IMO, as the TV was on the flat wall in the skinny part of the room, and the seating didn’t offer a great viewing angle.
Other Noble Suites have a larger living area (which I assume steals space from the adjoining main bedroom/bath), but the TV is on an angled wall, with more seating in the living area, with a more direct view.
In our version of the suite, that additional seating was employed in the bedroom.
I love when hotels leave a coffee-table/picture-intensive book to peruse, and was surprised to see the suite had a stack of them.
The bedroom area also has an odd, angled shape as the Noble Suites are positioned in one of the “bends” in Fontainebleau’s tower.
A signature amenity at Fontainebleau, the bed has a backlit headboard, and this variant of the room has a small table and 2 chairs. In other rooms, that seating could be in the living area.
I love how close the bed is to the window, and the room had a nice pool & Strip view.
The main bathroom was connected to the bedroom and didn’t have a door, which I found odd… but not a huge deal.
The bathroom was massive, with an enormous glass-enclosed shower with 2 showerheads, a sharp, dual-sink vanity with an illuminated mirror, and a separate water closet.
Robes were also standing by, ready to be used.
The lighting control panel offers night-light functionality, keeping this under-vanity light on all night. The perfect amount.
What’s Not To Like?
When I review hotels, I share the whole experience, not just the good, so that you can make a more informed decision.
On the whole, this suite was spectacular, clean, and in great condition, but there were a few odd mishaps.
For starters, the chilling drawer was filled with the previous occupant’s snacks & drinks.
There was even some trash hiding behind the dry mini-bar on the countertop.
Aside from that, the room was great.
One thing we noticed resort-wide was that many of the white finishes were scuffed up.
While that’s something you’d expect at low or mid-tier Vegas hotels, it’s not something you want to see at a resort vying to compete with the likes of Wynn, which is flawlessly “scuff-less”.
Fontainebleau Resort Experience
The Casino
Fontainebleau ranks among the most elegant gaming floors in Vegas. The center bar has decorative “stalagtites” (the things that hang down from a cave ceiling) shaped like bowties.
The art skirting the gaming floor is one of my favorite freebies in Vegas right now, too.
During my visit, they were dealing $25 craps, roulette, and 6:5 blackjack, but they also offer plenty of electronic table games at lower minimums if you cringed as I did at the thought of $25 craps.
The sportsbook is part of The Tavern sports bar and has an elegant look.
The Pool
The rooftop pool deck has a chill, relaxing, elegant vibe – I love it. It feels like Miami in Las Vegas.
Theater
Fontainebleau’s BleauLive Theater hosts a never-ending string of headliners, but I was able to check it out for the first time this visit, thanks to a free basketball watch party.
Like the broader resort, it’s absurdly nice.
Food & Drink
The good: The resort is home to over 20 restaurants, ranging from affordable-ish options in the Promenade Food Hall to Papi Steak and La Fontaine.
The bad: The only late-night option is Chez Bon Bon, a grab-and-go spot that serves sandwiches, salads, etc. – This is more of an issue, considering Fontainebleau’s less-than-ideal location on the Strip.
Aside from Chez Bon Bon, I gravitate toward the food hall. Because I’m cheap.
My most recent meal was funded with a food & beverage credit… so I went a bit overboard at Capons, ordering a $17 Buffalo Billy Sandwich, $16 chicken tenders with a buffalo drizzle, and $8 waffle fries.
Now, I don’t plan to spend $41 on a quick-serve meal often, but the chicken was fantastic. Spicy, flavorful, and juicy. It was a great meal.
Verdict on Fontainebleau’s Noble Suite
This is a spectacular suite, at a resort that is at the top of my list in Vegas.
As mentioned, I’m frugal and unlikely to splurge on a suite when both Fontainebleau’s base Bleau Room and Gold Room are cheaper and perfectly fit my needs.
Their standard rooms are similarly appointed and equally nice, just smaller.
That said, there’s plenty of demand for 1 Bedroom Suites in Vegas, and you’re getting a lot for your money if you book during non-peak times and can snag it for under $400/nt.
Fontainebleau Rewards has been extremely generous to both my brother and me.
We haven’t done much gambling in the casino, but have received a never-ending string of complimentary room offers that cover the resort fee and often include a food & beverage credit and/or freeplay.
If you’ve been on the fence about Fontainebleau, I encourage you to give her a shot. It’s a spectacular resort.
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I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.