Key Points:
- Wynn Las Vegas renovated each of its 2,674 rooms in 2022 at a cost $200 million.
- Guestrooms were designed to have a more residential feel, with upgraded furniture, lighting, and art.
- Much of the chatter on social media post renovation is that the project “ruined a good thing” – I needed answers.
Wynn Las Vegas renovated its (already spectacular) rooms as part of a $200 million project that concluded in 2022.
Since then, several Facebook commenters have advised me that the new rooms are a dud compared to what they were previously.
As a minority owner of Wynn Resorts… Meaning I own an insignificant number of shares in the company… I was eager to find out for myself, and booked a standard Resort King room.
The approach to Wynn is always special. The outdoor gardens and water features set the tone for the experience you can expect inside.
Once inside the front entrance, guests are greeted by the floral display, which is easily one of my favorite photo ops in Las Vegas.
My standard Resort King cost $253.97 all in, about as cheap as it gets for Wynn, but I was offered an upgrade at check-in to a Panoramic View room (additional $65).
It’s the same room, but on a higher floor with a better view, and I hopped on it.
Even the approach to your room at Wynn is special…
Wynn’s Renovated Resort King Room
First Impression: This room is special. While I LOVED the previous version of Wynn’s hotel product, the renovated version packed some serious “wow factor”.
Of course, the first thing I did was smash the “Open Drapes” button to check out my Panoramic View…
Let’s take a look at this room, though.
Unique touches that I enjoyed included:
A bedside tablet controlled various aspects of the room, including the drapes and lighting. It even acted as a TV remote, displaying both available channels or an actual TV guide that showed what was on.
The Alexa on the work desk could answer resort questions and even control the room (drapes, temperature, lighting, etc.).
I don’t think there’s a more technologically advanced room in Las Vegas – the integration was seamless and functional.
Not at a gimmick or a party trick. Actually helpful.
The swiveling chairs and table positioned right in front of the window may be the perfect spot to admire the Las Vegas Strip, cocktail in hand.
Lighting features throughout the room were an elegant touch. Wall art and the decor on the shelf above the TV were fashionably illuminated.
As a rapidly aging guy with deteriorating eyesight, I appreciated the under-vanity bathroom nightlight.
The double illuminated bathroom vanity is probably the sharpest in Las Vegas.
A luxury room, there are also several little “extras” that are fun to discover – Things like a digital scale, a couple of robes hanging in the bathroom, along with a tray stocked with necessities.
There was even a drawer near the minibar stocked with extra glassware
So many classy touches.
What’s Not To Like?
Typically, this is the portion of the review I highlight cleanliness & maintenance issues… But those were nonexistent. This room was pristine. Flawless.
Instead, I’m going to nitpick.
I actually love the room’s layout, as the King bed points toward the window, making for cool views of the valley from the bed, but the TV angle is a bit weird.
The TV swivels out. And it’s totally acceptable, but slightly turning your neck is required, and I’m being a huge baby about it… Because I’m grasping at straws here.
Price is my biggest deterrent to booking Wynn. Sunday & Monday night bookings are my best friend, because that rate calendar can get spicy, quickly.
Wynn Resort Experience
Wynn’s Pool
I made a point of spending a considerable amount of time at Wynn’s pool, which is easily one of my favorites on the Strip, shaped like a barbell with two larger, circular pools at each end, connected by a long, skinny runway.
Plant-life is abundant and the two levels of cabanas that surround much of the pool make for a cool visual – I have no idea what they cost, but in my experience… if you have to ask… You can’t afford it.
It’s classy, quiet, expansive, gorgeous, and relaxing.
Charlie’s Sports Bar
A common man, with common tastes, many of Wynn’s dining options are out of my price & culinary comfort zone.
I placed a bet and decided to monitor the action from Charlie’s, one of their more affordable restaurants (albeit far from cheap), offering views of the sportsbook.
I ordered the $27 Chicken Queso Birria Tacos, which were sloppy, tasty, and filling.
The Buffet at Wynn
Later that evening, I noticed no line at Wynn’s Buffet, which is spectacular. I wasn’t even that hungry but had an instant craving for their Thai Chicken Wings, and decided to pop in.
The Buffet costs $59.99 for brunch and $79.99 for dinner and is stocked with higher-end fare, much of which is served in smaller individual portions, and includes all the staples you’d expect at an upscale buffet, like hot & cold crab legs, piles of shrimp, and prime rib.
According to Wynn’s website, there are 120 items in the buffet – It’s a lot.
For more – Check out my full Wynn Buffet Review.
My favorite non-premium item, easily, is the Thai Chicken Wings that drew me in to begin with, and I think I ate an entire tray of California rolls.
The dessert selection isn’t going to disappoint you, either.
Bar Parasol
An unusual splurge for me, I stopped in for a ritzy cocktail at Bar Parasol, which overlooks Wynn’s Lake of Dreams outdoor theater.
While this is my first cocktail at the lounge, I’ve long been a fan of the slowly moving parasol decor.
Parasols, according to Google, are a “light umbrella used as a sun shade” – This is the kind of stuff that makes Wynn, Wynn.
My $23 old-fashioned was fantastic, the service better, but the setting was the best part.
Casino
While Wynn’s casino is gorgeous, it’s not one I make a habit of playing in – It isn’t cheap.
On a Tuesday morning, craps, blackjack (6:5), and roulette were being dealt at a $25 minimum, and I can’t tell you how many times I sat down at a slot and shoved a bill in only to realize it wasn’t a penny denomination.
Be careful out there.
Refreshingly, there isn’t an abundance of electronic table games… although they would’ve come in handy for my broke self.
Lake of Dreams
Wynn’s free show, Lake of Dreams, is viewable from several restaurants, but there’s a free viewing deck near the hotel lobby and Bar Parasol where the commoners post up.
I stood here for 2 hours on a 110-degree night to catch a show for this hotel review… but they kept getting cancelled for some reason… so this is all I got before finally retreating to my room.
When I got up there, I looked down at the theater, and the show was running. Can’t make it up.
Awakening
Wynn’s production show, Awakening, isn’t cheap at well over $100 for a ticket, but it’s certainly visually appealing.
The storyline is a bit odd, but the theater is amazing – There isn’t a bad seat, so the cheapest option is fine. These pictures are from the very top row.
Wynn Plaza Shops
Wynn can even make shopping interesting – These are the Plaza shops, which are a worthwhile stroll, even if you don’t plan to buy anything.
So, are Wynn’s Renovated Rooms a “Dud”?
Did Wynn mess up a good thing with their room renovation project? Hello no. It’s tough to improve something that was already elite, but Wynn pulled it off.
Props.
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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.