Very few hotels can pull off the boutique-hotel-within-a-hotel concept and make it feel like a truly individual experience. However, the Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas manages to do that. The brainchild of renowned Japanese chef and restaurateur Nobu Matsuhisa, this Asian-inspired hotel ends up being a surprisingly intimate experience within the behemoth that is Caesars. Entering the boutique stay within the old Centurion Tower at Caesars feels like a slice of Japan in Vegas, and yet we were just steps away from the excitement and action of the Strip. Home to some of the nicest and most original suites in all of Vegas, Nobu was made for the discerning traveler. Here’s a detailed review of this Nobu outpost at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
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Location, Location, Location!
Even if it’s not the geographical epicenter of the Strip, there’s no doubt that Caesars Palace is its spiritual nucleus. The best bit? Nobu Hotel sits within Caesars Palace. So, the fact that it sits within Caesars Palace is one of its prime selling points, and yet it functions like a distinct enclave. Its check-in, corridors, and elevators are positioned to provide a sense of separation from the casino crowd. At the same time, we were surrounded by Vegas’ most popular attractions, tourist spots, restaurants, and entertainment within minutes. Then, we would get to retreat to the Nobu wing for a quieter stay. This duality is very important for a well-rounded vacation in Las Vegas.
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A Zen, Japanese-Inspired Oasis
The Nobu Hotel at Caesars Palace is an intentional exercise in juxtaposition. Tucked within one of the largest casino resorts in Las Vegas, it’s a more serene and refined world based on Japanese minimalism, carefully curated artwork, and natural materials. Even the common spaces used restrained materials and palettes like rice-paper textures, warm stone, and pale woods, which is a welcome change from the sensory overload of the Strip. What’s more, the design touches by David Rockwell are visible in decor and architecture both, and don’t feel clichéd either. The result? A boutique hotel energy within a larger resort complex with all kinds of options at hand. For those who are looking for a quieter atmosphere in Sin City, this restrained aesthetic is excellent.
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Spa-Calm Digs
Even though Nobu Hotel‘s rooms and suites have been reimagined from the previous Centurion Tower, they’re some of the most original digs on the Strip. With a focus on Japanese craftsmanship and serenity, the rooms feel larger due to the careful layout, floor treatments, and high ceilings. Think of a high-end ryokan, with soft, indirect lights, deep or soaking bathtubs, and low, comfy beds.
Even the tech is omnipresent but visually discreet — this is a Japanese hotel, after all — with quality sound, smart TVs, and a slew of intuitive in-room controls. The zenith is the theatrical Nobu Penthouse and the multi-bedroom Nobu Villas, which even have private bars, dedicated private terraces, and garden-like elements. What’s more, there are even expansive entertainment spaces, which make these digs perfect for celebrity discretion and private parties. Did we mention the bespoke Japanese design references? We loved the natural wood accents, tatami-inspired seating areas, and sliding doors.
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The Nobu Restaurant — And Other Dining Spaces
Of course, the highlight of staying at Nobu Hotel is, well, dining at the globally iconic Nobu Restaurant, which is among the largest Nobu restaurants in the world. It not only has private dining areas, but also teppan areas and a sushi bar. Did we mention it’s also the only Nobu in the world that serves breakfast? Naturally, Nobu Hotel guests get priority booking status at the Nobu Restaurant. Have you been dreaming of picking up a phone and having amazing food from Nobu delivered right to your room? You can do it here. All you need to do is pick up the phone, and you can have signature dishes like yellowtail sashimi and miso-black cod, and even cocktails, delivered right to your room.
Beyond the main restaurant, guests at the Nobu Hotel also have access to the entire restaurant set at Caesars Palace. As the Caesars Palace website puts it, it’s “food for foodies.”
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Quiet, Wellness-Focused Hospitality
Nobu Hotel’s hospitality leans into the amenities, the room design, and public spaces quietly. While the public spaces and room design promote calm, the physical amenities support both activity and relaxation. Even though Nobu doesn’t have a discrete, full-scale Nobu spa distinct from that of Caesars, we could easily access Caesars Palace’s extensive wellness offerings, including Qua Baths & Spa, and still enjoy Nobu’s more intimate pool and fitness options.
The best bit is that Nobu’s broader brand also emphasizes and focuses on in-room wellness touches such as sleep-focused bedding and soaking tubs. Plus, it also occasionally schedules rooftop or in-hotel yoga and wellness pop-ups. The overall effect is that wellness hospitality and offerings at Nobu are understated: they’re all about a focused workout, a long soak in a tub, and a quiet swim, rather than loud classes or programming schedules. The services and spaces let a guest decompress. So, if you’re looking for a Las Vegas stay that has a private boutique wellness sensibility but with access to classic Sin City amenities, Nobu is where you should be.
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Pros
- The hotel boasts a stylish and serene Japanese-inspired design.
- It offers access to all of the amenities and entertainment at Caesars Palace.
- Guests here have first access to the amazing Nobu Restaurant and can even order food right up to their rooms.
Cons
- It doesn’t have a lot of dedicated common areas to Nobu guests.
Conclusion
Staying at the Nobu Hotel was a one-of-a-kind experience, as we’d never thought that we’d experience Asian minimalism in the heart of the sensory overload that is Las Vegas. Nobu is the essence of quiet hospitality, allowing us to enjoy a private stay retreat while being steps from all the glitz and glamour of the Sin City Strip.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are Nobu Hotels’ and Caesars Palace’s amenities the same?
A: There’s a lot of shared amenities, like the Qua Spa and the pools, but there are Nobu-exclusive treatments and VIP access for Nobu guests.
Q: How do I get to Nobu Hotel inside Caesars Palace?
A: Nobu’s check-in desk sits inside Caesars, next to the Nobu Restaurant. The Nobu elevators sit past the check-in desk, where they take you to the exclusive lobby on the 72nd floor of the Nobu tower.
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