The newly redesigned Rio Las Vegas has officially joined the Destination by Hyatt brand, following the completion of the resort’s first phase of its $340 million property-wide transformation. As part of the Destination by Hyatt brand and award-winning World of Hyatt loyalty program, Rio connects guests and members to both the people and place of Las Vegas – offering guests a sense of belonging and the immersive experiences they crave. Rio is owned and managed by Dreamscape Companies. Phase one of Rio’s renovation included the full redesign and modernization of the all-suite resort’s 1,500-room Ipanema Tower featuring a new look…

We’ve been following the renovations at the Rio Las Vegas for quite a while. And now, the property has announced that the initial phase of the upgrades has been completed. This is an ongoing project which began back in 2023, and may take another year or two for completion. In fact, we visited the resort back in May of this year to have a look around, and you can find that video below.   In this first phase, significant upgrades were made. This included the introduction of eight new dining options, a complete overhaul of the 220,000 square feet of…

The Luckley Tavern & Grill has opened as art of the major renovations at the Rio Las Vegas. Conveniently situated right in the heart of the casino floor, this fresh culinary addition  is a tribute to everything American. Step inside and guests will discover a warm, inviting space, perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails and mouth-watering bites. Upon entry to the Luckley Tavern, diners are treated to warm, earthy tones contrasted with touches of deep, sensuous green, highlighted by warm white lighting. The space is anchored by an elegant marble bar top and gold-accented bar stools. The music, curated by…

We have a look at some of the renovations at Rio Las Vegas inside and out! Plus, major makeovers at Venetian and El Cortez , changes at Paris Las Vegas and big plans for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas! Las Vegas is a city of change, and this week we have some big changes coming to Paris and  Virgin… two words you don’t often hear used in the same sentence. There are also major makeovers from Venetian to El Cortez, but we begin with the renovations at Rio Las Vegas! Several weeks ago we visited the Rio Las Vegas and booked…

The new Rio light show is brand new and thrilling tourists and residents of Las Vegas! The renovations at the resort continue, with the installation of more than three miles of LED lights that are programmed to perform amazing displays! The spectacular new Rio light show is lighting up the night sky of Las Vegas with stunning visuals, enveloping the entire property’s facade. A partnership between legendary lighting designers Chris Kuroda and Andrew Giffin, the expansive installation features over three miles of programmable LEDs to create an ever-evolving light show that can be seen from all over the Las Vegas…

You may have forgotten about Rio Las Vegas as part of your holiday plans. But the revamped casino has a lineup of New Year’s Eve festivities to ring in 2024 that would make a good time for anyone! And on December 31st from 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., attendees can immerse themselves in the ultimate fireworks extravaganza from the 50th and 51st floors! Before the fireworks dominate the sky surrounding Rio Las Vegas, guests can indulge in a culinary feast at the VooDoo Steakhouse. Opt for either the 5 p.m. or 7 p.m. seating and enjoy a special Prix Fixe…