
JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa
Best for resort-style amenities, a large seasonal waterfall pool, and easy access to golf in Summerlin.
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JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa is a large Summerlin golf-and-spa resort with an on-site casino and many dining options — good for guests who want resort amenities away from the Strip. Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is a refined, non-gaming 5-star Strip hotel for travelers who prefer calm, upscale rooms and a quieter luxury stay without a casino.
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Best for resort-style amenities, a large seasonal waterfall pool, and easy access to golf in Summerlin.

Best for travelers who want a calm, non-gaming luxury hotel on/near the Strip with polished service and city/strip views.
When JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa wins: choose JW Marriott if you want a full resort experience — large outdoor waterfall pool with cabanas, an adjacent casino, many on-site restaurants, and on-site golf.
When Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas wins: pick the Waldorf Astoria if you want a quieter, non-gaming luxury stay on/near the Strip with a refined atmosphere and straightforward access to Strip attractions.
Bottom line: JW Marriott is a bigger, activity-focused resort in Summerlin; Waldorf Astoria is a quieter, signature-brand luxury option on the Strip. Your choice comes down to whether you prefer resort grounds and golf (JW) or a calm, casino-free Strip hotel (Waldorf).
| Category | JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa | Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Large, active resort with golf, casino access and many dining options | Refined, non-gaming luxury hotel focused on quiet service |
| Location | Summerlin, roughly 8–9 miles west of the Strip (off-Strip) | On or very near the Las Vegas Strip (non-gaming positioning) |
| Size / grounds | Resort set on roughly 50–54 acres with extensive event space | High-rise urban hotel (smaller footprint than a suburban resort) |
| Room variety | 7 published room types including Deluxe Room, Junior Studio and multiple suites | Many room types listed (Deluxe Room, Strip View Room, Junior Suite, Suites) |
| Room count | Not published | |
| Pools & outdoor | Seasonal 11,000-square-foot outdoor waterfall pool with grotto, cabanas and pool bar; plus Spa Aquae hydrotherapy pool | Outdoor pool(s) with view(s) listed; pool with view and outdoor swimming pool mentioned |
| Spa / wellness | Spa Aquae — large wellness complex (~40,000 sq ft) with hydrotherapy, treatment rooms and an adult-oriented Hydro Lounge | Spa available (massage, sauna, hot tub listed) and full-service treatments offered |
| Dining & bars | Around 10–11 restaurants and bars on-site covering steak, Italian, seafood, Asian, buffet and casual options | Restaurants and a bar listed; specific signature venues not published in supplier listing |
| Casino | Adjacent Rampart Casino on-site/nearby | Refined non-gaming hotel (no casino) |
| Accessibility & safety | Extensive accessibility features, complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi, self-parking and valet (resort fee applies) | |
JW Marriott sits in Summerlin, west of the Strip and close to golf and Red Rock Canyon.
Choose JW Marriott for a quieter, golf-and-nature–adjacent base away from Strip crowds.
Waldorf Astoria is positioned as a refined, non-gaming luxury hotel on or very near the Las Vegas Strip.
Pick Waldorf Astoria for straightforward access to the Strip without staying in a casino property.
Rooms at JW Marriott include a mix of standard deluxe rooms and multiple suite configurations across Spa and Garden towers.
JW Marriott gives a range of room sizes and family-friendly suite options for longer stays or groups.
Waldorf Astoria lists a wide mix of deluxe, strip-view and suite room types emphasizing refined, quiet accommodations.
Waldorf Astoria focuses on polished rooms and strip or city views rather than large suite inventories.
JW Marriott has a broad on-site dining lineup covering casual, buffet and several full-service restaurants.
JW Marriott is a strong pick if you want many different restaurant concepts without leaving the resort.
Waldorf Astoria offers on-site dining and a bar; supplier listing highlights restaurants and room service without naming signature outlets.
Waldorf Astoria suits guests who prefer refined, hotel-style dining and easier access to Strip restaurants.
JW Marriott’s signature outdoor feature is its 11,000-square-foot seasonal waterfall pool with grotto and cabanas.
If a large resort pool and cabana scene matter, JW Marriott is the clearer choice.
Waldorf Astoria lists an outdoor pool with views among its amenities.
Waldorf Astoria provides a hotel-style outdoor pool experience suitable for daytime relaxation near the Strip.
JW Marriott centers wellness around Spa Aquae and offers on-site nightlife through the adjacent Rampart Casino and lounges.
Choose JW Marriott if you want a large, full-service spa plus casino-adjacent nightlife.
Waldorf Astoria offers spa and salon services and focuses on a calm, upscale hotel atmosphere rather than a nightlife scene.
Waldorf Astoria is better for a low-key stay centered on in-room comfort and spa treatments rather than on-site nightlife.

JW Marriott — 11,000-sq-ft seasonal waterfall pool with grotto, cabanas and pool bar.

Waldorf Astoria — refined non-gaming hotel on/near the Strip for a calmer luxury experience.

JW Marriott — around 10–11 restaurants and bars from steakhouse to dim sum and a 24-hour cafe.

Waldorf Astoria — streamlined luxury rooms and attentive service without the casino buzz.
Waldorf Astoria is on or very near the Strip; JW Marriott is in Summerlin roughly 8–9 miles west of the Strip.
JW Marriott guests have access to the adjacent Rampart Casino; Waldorf Astoria is positioned as non-gaming.
Both have spas, but JW Marriott’s Spa Aquae is a large, full-service wellness complex with hydrotherapy facilities; Waldorf Astoria lists massage and spa services in its amenities.
Neither property is adults-only. Note Spa Aquae at JW Marriott maintains an adult-oriented area restricted to guests 18 and older.
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