Circa Resort & Casino, Las Vegas
More photosCirca Resort & Casino is a game-changer for downtown Las Vegas, marking the first ground-up casino resort built in the area since 1980. Opened in 2020 by brothers Derek and Greg Stevens, the property occupies the historic site of the old Las Vegas Club and Mermaids Casino. It stands out as an adults-only destination, blending modern luxury with a nostalgic nod to the city’s past.
The resort is packed with record-breaking features, most notably its three-story, stadium-style sportsbook—the largest in the world—which boasts a massive 78-million-pixel screen. You’ll also find the “Mega Bar,” stretching 165 feet, and an impressive rooftop pool amphitheater called Stadium Swim. A charming touch of history greets you in the lobby: the restored “Vegas Vickie,” the famous neon-kicking cowgirl sign that once illuminated Glitter Gulch.
Design-wise, the hotel is highly technical and efficient. It features the tallest escalator in Las Vegas, which transports guests up to the pool deck, and an advanced HVAC system that vents air through the floor to keep the casino air remarkably fresh. Even the parking garage, affectionately nicknamed the “Garage Mahal,” was engineered with ride-sharing and convenience in mind.
Located right on the vibrant Fremont Street Experience, the hotel puts you in the center of the action. You are steps away from the iconic SlotZilla zipline, classic casinos, and a variety of street entertainment. It’s the perfect home base for experiencing the gritty, neon-soaked history of old-school Vegas while enjoying some of the most cutting-edge amenities in the desert.
Expert reviews
“A modern, 21-plus playground that mashes up vintage downtown neon and hospitality with some of the most massive sports-watching infrastructure you’ll find anywhere.”
“This new resort stands out among the Fremont Street legacy hotels with its intelligently integrated, high-end design and heralds a new level of luxury in Downtown Las Vegas. The scale, vision and comprehensive amenities are nothing but impressive, and it marks a dramatic sea change in hospitality standards for the neighborhood.”
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