
Ellis Island Hotel
Best for travelers who want an affordable, casual stay with easy Strip access, free self-parking, and on-site comfort dining.
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Ellis Island Hotel is a smaller, family-friendly hotel and casino one block east of the Las Vegas Strip that emphasizes casual dining and value. ARIA Resort & Casino is a large, modern luxury CityCenter casino resort for travelers seeking contemporary design, a broad dining roster, and extensive meeting and leisure facilities.
Updated · about 0.8 km apart

Best for travelers who want an affordable, casual stay with easy Strip access, free self-parking, and on-site comfort dining.

Best for guests who want a full-service, contemporary luxury resort experience with many dining options, a large casino, spa and extensive event space.
When Ellis Island Hotel wins: If you want lower rates, free self-parking, straightforward rooms, casual on-site restaurants (pizza, BBQ, 24/7 diner) and a family-friendly vibe one block from the Strip, Ellis Island is the practical pick.
When ARIA wins: If you want modern luxury, a very large room inventory, a branded full-service spa, multiple upscale restaurants and bars, bigger pools and a large casino floor, choose ARIA for a resort-centric stay on the Strip.
Bottom line: Ellis Island is the smaller, value-driven, family-friendly option a short walk from the action; ARIA is the full-scale, contemporary luxury resort with more amenities, dining and meeting space for travelers who want an all-in resort experience.
| Category | Ellis Island Hotel | ARIA Resort & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Casual, budget-minded casino hotel and brewery | Sleek, contemporary luxury casino resort |
| Location | One block east of the Strip (Koval Lane) | On the central Strip in CityCenter (3730 Las Vegas Blvd. S.) |
| Size | 288 rooms and suites | 4,002 guestrooms |
| Audience / age policy | Family-friendly; children welcome; primary guest usually must be 21 to check in | |
| Pools | One outdoor seasonal heated pool plus adjoining hot tub; cabanas and loungers | Three outdoor pools and three hot tubs; pool cabanas available (surcharge) |
| Restaurants & bars | Five casual on-site restaurants/bars (The Front Yard, Village Pub & Café, Ellis Island BBQ, Metro Pizza, Via Focaccia) | 14 restaurants, 11 bars/lounges including signature Italian at Carbone and room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | No named full-service treatment spa found; pool hot tub only | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials |
| Casino & gaming | 10,506 sq ft casino with 262 slot machines, 8 gaming tables and a VIP room | Large casino floor (~150,000 sq ft) with ~1,600 slot machines and ~100 gaming tables |
| Meetings & events | Several event spaces including The Front Yard (up to 350), rooftop Deck (150), meeting room ~665 sq ft | Extensive conference center and 51 meeting rooms; ~510,000 sq ft total conference space |
| Parking | Free self-parking (including RV/bus/truck); no valet | Covered self-parking (surcharge); valet available (surcharge) |
Ellis Island sits one block east of the Strip on Koval Lane, within easy walking distance of central Strip attractions.
Practical spot for easy Strip access without staying on the busiest Strip frontage.
ARIA occupies a central Strip/CityCenter address and puts you in the middle of high-end Strip attractions.
Best for travelers who want to be on the Strip near CityCenter entertainment and dining.
Ellis Island offers a small set of room types focused on value and comfort.
Choose Ellis Island for compact, no-frills rooms and family-friendly options.
ARIA has a very large and varied room and suite inventory with contemporary design touches.
ARIA suits travelers who want a modern, full-service room selection and suite upgrades.
Ellis Island centers on affordable, casual eateries and a brewpub-style bar.
Good choice for inexpensive, relaxed meals and pub-style drinks without leaving the property.
ARIA offers a large and varied dining lineup spanning casual to high-end.
Ideal if you want many on-site dining choices from casual to signature restaurants.
Ellis Island has a single seasonal outdoor pool geared to hotel guests.
Sufficient for a relaxed pool break, but not a multi-pool resort scene.
ARIA provides multiple pools and poolside amenities intended for a resort-style stay.
Pick ARIA for a larger pool program and more poolside service options.
Ellis Island offers on-site entertainment (karaoke, brewpub events) but no confirmed full-service spa.
Good for casual, on-site nightlife and late-night dining without a resort spa.
ARIA features a full-service spa and larger-scale nightlife and casino options.
ARIA fits travelers looking for a resort spa, larger nightlife venues and extensive gaming.

Ellis Island — free self-parking, affordable on-site dining and family-friendly rooms.

ARIA — many restaurants, bars, extensive pools and a full-service spa.

ARIA — roughly 510,000 sq ft of conference space and 51 meeting rooms.

Ellis Island — small casino footprint, brewpub atmosphere and on-site karaoke.
ARIA is directly on the central Strip/CityCenter; Ellis Island is one block east of the Strip but still within easy walking distance.
Yes. Ellis Island is family-friendly and welcomes children of all ages; kids 17 and under can stay free using an existing bed.
ARIA has a full-service spa and multiple pools. Ellis Island does not have a named standalone treatment spa and operates a single seasonal outdoor pool with an adjoining hot tub.
Ellis Island provides free self-parking; ARIA charges for covered self-parking and valet (surcharges apply). Both properties may charge resort fees and other optional fees—check current policies before booking.
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