Seasonal · Las Vegas

Beat the Heat: A Design-Forward Summer in Las Vegas

Forget the clichés of neon chaos; summer in the Mojave is best experienced through a curated lens of high-design sanctuaries, cooling thermal spas, and late-night desert lounges. This is how to navigate the city's golden season with style, skipping the crowds for shaded cabanas and ice-cold mezcal.

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Beat the Heat: A Design-Forward Summer in Las Vegas
6 stops · Seasonal · Las Vegas Guide
1
60 min

Urth Caffé at Wynn Las Vegas

Start your morning inside the sun-dappled, plant-filled atrium of the Wynn. Sip an iced organic Spanish latte and enjoy a light breakfast away from the early desert heat. It’s a peaceful, beautifully designed sanctuary that sets a civilized tone for the day.

10 min by walking
2
210 min

The Pool at Wynn Las Vegas

Skip the chaotic day clubs for this lush, Mediterranean-inspired oasis reserved for guests and cabana bookings. Cool off under towering palms, enjoy poolside service featuring pristine fresh fruit plates, and take advantage of the chilled towels. It’s the ultimate summer retreat without the sensory overload.

15 min by taxi
3
200 min

Awana Spa

When the midday sun peaks, retreat indoors to this spectacular, modern thermal playground. Inspired by European sauna culture, their Foot Ritual and multi-temperature vitality pools are the perfect antidote to the dry Nevada heat. Don't skip the experiential rain showers and the crisp, restorative cold plunge.

15 min by taxi
4
90 min

Skyfall Lounge

Perched on the 64th floor of the Delano, this minimalist lounge offers the absolute best sunset view in the city. Watch the desert sky turn brilliant shades of pink and gold through floor-to-ceiling windows while sipping a perfectly chilled, botanically-infused cocktail. It is quiet, sophisticated, and wonderfully cool.

15 min by taxi
5
150 min

The Mayfair Supper Club

This is modern dinner theater done with immense style, channeling the glamour of mid-century lounge culture. Dine on oysters and prime rib while jazz singers and dancers perform against the backdrop of the illuminated Bellagio fountains. It’s a lavish, fully air-conditioned escape from the summer night.

15 min by taxi
6
120 min

Velveteen Rabbit

Conclude your night in the Arts District, where locals go to escape the Strip’s neon glare. This women-owned cocktail den features an eclectic, velvet-draped interior and a shaded patio equipped with cooling misters. Their seasonal summer menu showcases inventive ingredients like peach-infused mezcal and desert botanicals.

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