The Lap of Luxury on the Prestige Level at Palazzo Las Vegas

One of the best-kept secrets in Las Vegas has to be The Prestige at The Palazzo. It's an excursion into an elevated Las Vegas hotel experience. From the exclusive check-in area that allows you to bypass the regular lines in the common lobby to a lounge that begs for you to slow down the pace and enjoy the luxury.

I spent an afternoon with a good book and a view of the show at the Treasure Island in the Prestige Lounge.

Complimentary drinks along with some hors-d'oeuvres and I easily spent two hours unwinding after a busy day. Some jazz playing in the background and an elegant spot that attracts a Las Vegas visitor that appreciates luxury and elegance. The lounge is not pretentious, stuffy or overbearing. It is casually elegant and a great place to start your evening. Your early afternoon drink in a setting that is far different than what you get in a typical casino bar.

A Few Perks of the Prestige at the Palazzo

Private champagne check-in (located at Prestige level only) from 10 am to 9 pm.

The Prestige Lounge features:

• Complimentary Deluxe continental breakfast 7 am to 10 am
• Afternoon teas and coffees 10 am to 4 pm
• Complimentary Hot and cold hors-d'oeuvres 5 pm to 7 pm
• Complimentary cocktail reception 5pm to 8pm
• Business Center with copying, printing, and Internet availability
• Wi-Fi access
• Plasma screen televisions throughout the Prestige Lounge and comfortable seating areas that work well for some quick quiet time.

When you consider the extras available at The Prestige at The Palazzo you can easily make a decision to pay slightly more for your suite at the Palazzo. The free continental breakfast and the cocktails in the afternoon will offset the extra cost.

The list of amenities available to Prestige Guests is quite long and can be viewed on the Palazzo website.

The Prestige at The Palazzo also has a few extras that will cost you a bit more but are worth mentioning.

The Exclusive Pillow Menu at the Prestige at the Palazzo

$20 per pillow per stay

• Body Pillow
• Memory Foam Pillow
• Anti-snore pillow
• European Square Pillow
• Neck Pillow

If you are into pillows they will deliver what you need and you can experiment with your selections.

If you seek a little extra relaxation The Prestige at The Palazzo has a great relaxing bath menu that seems like it's a little over the top but if you are trying to create that special moment in your suite this will help out. You should know that if you are looking for just relaxation the Canyon Ranch Spa is one of the best spas on the Las Vegas strip and for the cost of a bath treatment you could get a great treatment.

The Bath Menu at the Prestige at the Palazzo

• Cioccolato Calm $250
• Not Just For Kids $175
• Phantom Bath $275
• Rose Petal Romance $85
• Tropical Escape $200

The Palazzo Las Vegas is all about luxury. The suites are abundant at 720 square feet and offer plenty of space if you need to utilize your room for complete relaxation or a quick meeting with colleagues. Restaurant options are abundant with a few highlights such as Mario Batali's Carnevino and Enoteca Otto as well as casual spots such as I love Burgers and Lagasse's Stadium.

Entertainment options are among the best on the Las Vegas strip with shows such as Jersey Boys and The Phantom Spectacular and two of the hottest nightclubs on the strip with TAO and LAVO. If you seek relaxation Canyon Ranch Spa can transport you to a stress-free Las Vegas vacation.

While you are at Palazzo Las Vegas don't forget that sister property Venetian Las Vegas is connected to the resort through a walkway that takes you along the canals of the Grand Canal Shoppes. Make sure to take a look at the menu at Yardbird Southern Table and Bar or do a little window shopping at the high-end specialty shops along the water.