
Silverton Casino Lodge
Best for families and guests who want a casino, aquarium shows, and casual dining on property.
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Silverton Casino Lodge is a lodge-style, family-oriented hotel with a 24-hour casino, large saltwater aquarium and pool deck — good for families and gambling visitors who want on-site entertainment. Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas is a non-gaming, CityCenter luxury hotel and spa for travelers who prefer a quieter, upscale, Strip-adjacent stay.
Updated · about 4–5 miles apart

Best for families and guests who want a casino, aquarium shows, and casual dining on property.

Best for travelers who want a quieter, upscale, non-gaming base near the Strip with a full-service spa.
When Silverton Casino Lodge wins: pick Silverton if you want a 24-hour casino, family-focused attractions (the 117,000-gallon aquarium with mermaid swims and stingray feedings), a lively on-site restaurant lineup, and a guest-only pool deck with cabanas and events.
When Vdara wins: choose Vdara if you want CityCenter proximity to Strip attractions, a non-smoking, non-gaming experience with a full-service spa, kitchenettes in many rooms, and meeting/event space in a luxury property.
Bottom line: Silverton is the choice for families and casino-oriented stays off the Strip; Vdara suits adults or business travelers who prioritize quiet, spa services, and walking access to the central Strip entertainment corridor.
| Category | Silverton Casino Lodge | Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Lively, casino-and-family-entertainment focused | Quiet, upscale, non-gaming luxury |
| Location | About 4–5 miles south of the Strip (I-15 & Blue Diamond Rd) | CityCenter/Strip-adjacent (2600 West Harmon Avenue) |
| Size (rooms) | 300 rooms across 4 floors | 1400 guestrooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages property; 21+ for casino areas and check-in | All ages (not adults-only); non-gaming |
| Pools / signature amenity | The Swimmin’ Hole — guest-only outdoor pool deck with cabanas, daybeds, fire pits and jumbo screen | Outdoor seasonal pool, hot tub, pool cabanas (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple casual and specialty restaurants on-site (Twin Creeks Steakhouse, Mermaid Restaurant & Lounge, Sundance Grill, Mi Casa, Su Casa, WuHu, Johnny Rockets, Starbucks) | Market Cafe Vdara + coffee shop/cafe and one bar/lounge; room service (limited hours) |
| Wellness / spa | No full-service spa on site (hot tub/jacuzzi amenities only) | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials |
| Known for | 117,000-gallon aquarium with mermaid shows and stingray feedings; Bass Pro Shops connection | Non-gaming CityCenter luxury hotel with kitchenette-equipped rooms and spa |
| Business / meeting space | Veil Pavilion events space (11,000 sq ft) and wedding/event offerings | 16500 sq ft conference space with 7 meeting rooms |
| Smoking policy | Smoking allowed in designated areas | Smoke-free property |
Silverton sits off I-15 at Blue Diamond Road, 4–5 miles from the Strip and near Bass Pro Shops.
Best if you want car access, airport convenience, or to be near South Las Vegas shopping and outlets.
Vdara is inside CityCenter on the central Strip corridor, within easy walking distance of major Strip attractions.
Best for visitors who want to be in the middle of Strip attractions and walk to shows, clubs and restaurants.
Silverton's room set centers on renovated Lodge rooms plus a handful of suites and terrace rooms with pool access.
Choose Silverton for straightforward, recently renovated lodge-style rooms and a few pool-facing terraces.
Vdara offers a wide range of studio and suite-style rooms, many with kitchenettes and separate sitting areas.
Vdara is a better fit for longer stays or travelers who want kitchenette-equipped rooms and larger suite options.
Silverton has multiple restaurants and bars covering steakhouse, Mexican, sushi, buffet-style and casual dining, plus a coffee shop.
Silverton offers more on-site variety and family-friendly options without leaving property.
Vdara has fewer on-site dining outlets but provides Market Cafe Vdara, a coffee shop/cafe and limited room service hours.
Vdara suits travelers who plan to dine off-property on the Strip or who prefer a quieter in-room experience.
Silverton’s Swimmin’ Hole is a renovated guest-only outdoor pool deck with cabanas, daybeds and event features.
Great for families and resort events; pool deck is an activity hub for guests.
Vdara has an outdoor seasonal pool, hot tub and pool cabanas available (surcharge applies).
Vdara’s pool setup is quieter and more boutique compared with Silverton’s activity-focused deck.
Silverton has a 24-hour fitness center but does not operate a full-service spa; nightlife centers on the casino and lounges.
Pick Silverton for round-the-clock fitness and a full casino experience rather than spa-focused downtime.
Vdara offers a full-service spa and a quieter evening scene with easy walking access to Strip nightlife outside the property.
Vdara is better for travelers who prioritize spa services and a low-key in-hotel evening environment.

Silverton — aquarium, mermaid shows, family-friendly restaurants and attractions on site.

Vdara — full-service spa and a non-gaming, quieter environment in CityCenter.

Silverton — 24-hour casino floor with many slot machines, bars and late-night dining.

Vdara — walking distance to Bellagio fountains, Cosmopolitan and other central Strip attractions.
Silverton — the 117,000-gallon aquarium with mermaid swims and stingray feedings, family restaurants and on-site shopping make it more family-oriented.
Silverton has a 24-hour casino floor. Vdara is non-gaming; nearby casinos at CityCenter are within walking distance.
Vdara has a full-service spa. Silverton does not operate a full-service spa (references to 'spa tub' mean hot tub/jacuzzi).
Vdara is centrally located in CityCenter and within walking distance of many Strip landmarks; Silverton is about 4–5 miles south/off-Strip.
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