Bellagio Las Vegas review
When the Bellagio in Vegas is mentioned, people think of the casino featured in Hollywood blockbusters such as Ocean’s Eleven, The Hangover, Vegas Vacation and other movies located at the gambling site. In reality, the Bellagio is a gambling paradise located in Vegas and forms part of the MGM Resorts, a pillar in the gambling scene.
Whilst gambling is the main attraction at the Bellagio, the top gambling destination also offers other activities to visiting patrons. You could book a room over the Vegas Strip, before hitting the table games, you could watch the magic of Cirque du Soleil, or even attend Madonna’s Celebration Tour in the coming months. This is the Bellagio. Join us as we break down one of MGM’s biggest Vegas gambling destinations.
The Bellagio resort ca be found at 3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States.
By Amelia Smith - Last modified 25/06/2024 - Estimated reading time: 11 minutes.
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Staying at the Bellagio
You can book your stay at the Bellagio from the website to get the best deals and also the best Vegas experience. From time to time the Resorts launch special deals and stay packages that would combine special events happening. An upcoming event package currently available is the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix package that allows you to stay at the Bellagio, gamble, play and witness the Grand Prix Event happening in November 2023.
The Bellagio hosts over 4,000 rooms for you to choose from, with a variety of high-end luxury to affordable packages. You could book a Suite, a fountain view room, a VIP lounge experience, or a stay well premier package with a dog-friendly room available to take your furry friend along with your Vegas experience.
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MGM Resorts Mobile Application
Once you book your stay at the Bellagio in Vegas, we advise you to download the dedicated MGM Resorts mobile application for an elevated staycation experience. Available to both Android and iOS users, here are the benefits of having the app on your mobile device:
- Book tickets for shows happening at the Bellagio and other MGM resort sites
- Unlock your hotel room using your virtual key.
- Book your dining tickets at any MGM resort.
- Virtual Check to the hotel 72hrs beforehand.
- Earn MGM Rewards that are redeemable at all MGM outlets including the Bellagio.
- Plan your itinerary and personalisation of your stay.
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View from one of the (premium) rooms with Fountain view.
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What table games are available at the Bellagio?
Before our favourite table games made it to the online gambling world, Landbased dominated the world. The Bellagio opened its doors in October 1998 and has always strived to bring the best brick-and-mortar gambling to visiting punters. Below we talk about what table games you can enjoy at the Bellagio. Just keep in mind that as per Nevada law, you need to be over the age of 21+ to be allowed to gamble.
Slot Machines
Slot lovers will be able to enjoy over 2300+ slot games available at the Bellagio. A dedicated slot floor is available, with a great selection of themes, linked jackpots, progressive jackpots and winning possibilities on offer. Gamblers that enjoy beating the odds and topping the leaderboards can also join a slot tournament with prizes ranging from $100,000 up to a whopping $2 million.
Available slot games also include high-limit slots that can offer bigger wagers in the hopes of landing big wins. Players who want to keep a closer eye on their bankroll can also head over to the penny slots, which will see you play Vegas slots with low wagering.
Bellagio punter's favourite slots include Buffalo Links and Prosperity Links, with both free games, jackpots and multipliers. Other slot games include Lightning Links which hosts a progressive jackpot and hold and spin features, and Megabucks, a slot game which is renowned for turning your small wagers into millions.
If you head over to the Bellagio’s website on a regular basis, you will get an insight into any new slots hitting the Vegas destination, along with slot tournament details and previous jackpot wins.
Poker
The Bellagio Poker rooms are known worldwide. The luxurious 7,000 square feet poker space houses 40 poker tables and also 2 additional high stakes areas, including the Legends Room, a very private 2 table setting poker area. Famous for being one of the stops for the World Poker Tour, the Bellagio’s poker rooms offer the following Poker tables
No Limit Hold Em Poker | Blinds: 1-3, 2-5, 5-10 and 10-20 or higher. |
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Limit Hold'Em Poker | Blinds: 4-8, 9-18, 20-40, 40-80, 80-160 and Higher |
Pot Limit Omaha Poker | Blinds: 1-3, 2-5, 5-10, 10-20 and Higher |
7 Card Stud Poker | Blinds: 20-40, 40-80 and Higher |
Mixed Poker Games | Blinds: 4-8, 30-60, 40-80 and Higher |
High Stakes Games | Blinds: 1500/3000 |
Poker high-roller players can also head over to Bobby’s Room for a high stake game of poker with a minimum buy-in of $20,000. The high-end poker table is named after 1978 WSOP (World Series of Poker) champion Bobby Baldwin, a pioneer in the poker world. Bobby’s room lives up to the name, with LCD TVs surrounding the space, and a DMX sound system to amplify your gambling experience.
Blackjack
The Bellagio hosts an impressive Blackjack selection, possibly the best one on the Vegas Strip, with both the traditional, double deck and also 6 deck Blackjack tables available. Below we look at some of the most Blackjack tables at the Bellagio. If you have some extra $ to spend, the below tables are worth a try.
6-Deck Hit on Soft 17
During a 6-Deck Hot on Soft 17 Blackjack table, the rules are quite different. Playing this Blackjack version at the Bellagio, you can double after splitting your cards, you can re-split your ace cards and you also have the option to relinquish cards. The table has a good variety of betting options, starting at $10 with also higher stakes tables offering minimum bets at $5,000/ $10,000.
6-Deck Stand on Soft 17
Bellagio’s 6-Deck Stand on Soft 17 tables have pretty much the same rules as other 6 Deck tables, with some small expectations. Here, the table dealer has the possibility of standing when hitting both a 6 and an A card. Various stakes are also available with wagers starting at $25 up to a maximum wager of $5,000/$10,000.
Double-Deck Blackjack
Playing a Double Deck Blackjack Game at the Bellagio is possibly the simplest way to enjoy the game. Targeted more at high-stakes players, the minimum wage during a Double Deck Blackjack game is $50, with the stakes going up to $100 during weekends and special events. Just like other Blackjack tables, the maximum bet is set at $10,000.
Blackjack Switch
Not many Vegas strip casinos offer Blackjack Switch, but the Bellagio does. When sitting at a Blackjack Switch table, you are dealt 2 sets of cards with the possibility of your switching hands at any given time during the game. Lower minimum and maximum limits are available at a Blackjack Switch table.
Roulette
Whilst both Blackjack and Poker get more attention at the Bellagio, you will also find various Roulette tables to enjoy. The most common and most sought-after Roulette tables include the European and the American Roulette tables, with the latter offering a better house edge %.
Betting and minimum wages vary depending in which Bellagio roulette table games you are sitting in. You will find the American Roulette tables accept minimum bets at $15 -$20 whilst the European Roulette tables have higher stakes at $50 - $100.
Maximum bets for both the European and the American Roulette tables offered at the Bellagio are set at $2,000. You can also enjoy live wheel Roulette for a small wager of $5-$10, the game is available at the slot floor area.
Baccarat
A lavish Baccarat room is available at the Bellagio. Once you enter the Bellagio and walk towards the Lily and the Lounge bar, you can turn right and find a Baccarat heaven waiting for you for 24 hours. Here you can sip the best Martinis in Vegas, whilst enjoying a game of Baccarat in a lavish setting.
You will find around 30+ Baccarat tables at the Bellagio, with the following betting options available.
Minimum Bet - $50
Maximum Bet - $20,000
Although Baccarat is a game of skill, and does require game strategy under your belt, the game is one of the most wagered games in Vegas and with 30% of all Las Vegas gambling happening at the Baccarat tables, including the Bellagio.
Sportsbook
Sports betting fans visiting the Bellagio will also rejoice at the fact that a Live Sportsbetting section is also available. Grab a greasy yet tasty Bellagio Burger and head over to the live sports betting room to place wagers on your favourite sports, whilst also following the event live on screen.
Sports available to wager on include Horse Racing (99 monitors), NFL, NBA, Basketball Leagues, Colleague Football, Colleague Basketball and soccer leagues.
How to Register as a New Sportsbook Player at Bellagio via BetMGM
You will need to download the BetMGM mobile app to be able to bet on sporting events at the Bellagio. Head over to your Android or iOS app store and look for the Bet MGM application. Follow the step-by-step guide below to register as a new sportsbook player.
![]() | Click on the BetMGM app via your smartphone. |
![]() | Tap on the button that says ‘Register’. |
![]() | Choose a username and a password. |
![]() | Enter your personal information such as address, and DOB, whilst also choosing how you would like to be contacted. |
![]() | Choose the payment method to fund your Bellagio sports bets. |
![]() | Hit the confirm button to register as a new BetMGM sportsbook punter. |
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View of the casino floor.
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Other Amenities to look out for at the Bellagio
Without a doubt theBellagio is one of the top destinations to visit in Vegas to gamble. Having said that, in between your gaming, you can squeeze in a bunch of other activities that could keep all your visiting party entertained. You could spend a day by the pool whilst downing a unique Bellagio cocktail, alternatively, you could also book a personal Cabana for a more private setting. You can break away from your poolside fun to also book and enjoy Spa sessions at one of Bellagio’s wellness centres.
Sports and entertainment lovers could watch some of the biggest shows happening at The Park, with the TMobile Arena being the main attraction. Some of the biggest events hosted at the T Mobile include Drake, Madonna, UFC events, Boxing world title fights, Ariana Grande and other one-in-a-lifetime shows you must check out.
A Hello Kitty cafe is also available which is a joy for Hello Kitty lovers. Here you can purchase Hello Kitty branded goods, whilst enjoying bubble teas, shakes and other cool beverages. Younger visitors can also enjoy a Zoo, Virtual Reality experiences and fine art galleries.
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The MGM Mastercard
If you are planning to stay at the Bellagio or at any one of the MGM resorts across Vegas in the US, you can apply for an MGM Mastercard. The dedicated credit card is branded as a tool for people who are serious about fun and comes along with a barrage of MGM benefits. Here are some of the perks of the MGM Mastercard:
- 10,000 bonus points awarded when you spend a minimum amount of $1,000 during the first 3 billing cycles, from account opening.
- X3 points and tier Credits awarded when with every $1 spent at any MGM resort.
- X2 Points and tier Credits are awarded when you spend &1 at both supermarkets and on gas.
- MGM Rewards Upgrades
- No Annual Fees
- No Exchange transaction fees
- Accumulated points do not expire.
Unfortunately, only US residents are eligible to apply for the MGM Mastercard. We called MGM about this and they said they did not have any plans on releasing a card for citizens of New Zealand.
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Conclusion
Players, Punters and anyone visiting Vegas needs to stop by the Bellagio. As a top site in Las Vegas, the casino offers extensive gaming tables, slot machines, tournaments, slots and your favourite card games. If you are lucky enough, you might also experience some grand events such as the Grand Prix, a brutal UFC night or even a top musician stopping by for a Vegas concert combined into their world tour.
Unleashing is easy with the vast amenities and attractions that the Bellagio offers, with also sister resorts such as Aria, MGM Grand, The Cosmopolitan and more all available to visit.
Lavis, luxurious, grand and elegant are the words that come to mind when writing about the Bellagio experience you should expect. A top gambling and entertainment destination, worth saving up for!
Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas
A short video of the popular Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas, 2022.
Frequently asked questions about theBellagio Casino and Hotel
What amenities does the Bellagio hotel offer?
The Bellagio hotel offers a variety of amenities including a full-service spa, fine dining restaurants, pool, and a fitness center. It is also home to the famous Bellagio Fountains and an art gallery.
Where is the Bellagio hotel located?
The Bellagio hotel is centrally located on the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Does the Bellagio hotel have a casino?
Yes, the Bellagio hotel features a large and luxurious casino with a variety of gaming options including slots, poker, and table games.
What dining options are available at the Bellagio hotel?
The Bellagio hotel features a range of dining options from casual to fine dining, including restaurants such as Picasso, Prime Steakhouse, and Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge.
Can I book the Bellagio hotel for events or meetings?
Yes, the Bellagio hotel offers versatile venues for a variety of events including business meetings, weddings, and other social gatherings.