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| - The Wynn is a nice property, a little too far down The Strip to be considered a prime location. Having said that, it will change in time. If Echelon Place (a Boyd Gaming project) and some of the other projects that were once slated for development come to fruition, Wynn will become prime. There is still activity down there, but it's slow at this time. I don't know when Fountainbleu is due to open, but that will certainly help. Wynn is between the Palazzo/Venetian and The Encore, which is Wynn's newest property.
I only give 4 stars because as much as I like Steve Wynn and what he has done for Las Vegas, I don't really try stay here that often. There is nothing really "wrong" with the property, I just prefer his older masterpiece down the street. In any other city, this is a 5-star place. In Vegas, there are so many options it is hard to stay loyal for long. However, if you are a whale of a gambler, get ready because Steve knows how to treat his high-end clientele.
As far as the property is concerned, there is a lot to see and do. Le Reve is a fantastic show that I have seen twice. I have not seen the other shows and don't even know what they currently are showing. I know Spamalot was there, but moved on.
Shopping at The Wynn is nice. Think high-end boutiques as there really isn't anything else. I always enjoy a walk through the Ferrari dealership. There is an admission fee, but it is waived if you own a Ferrari. Who says there aren't great deals in Vegas?
If you need "regular shopping" the Fashion Show Mall is directly across the street, which is very convenient. They have everything. Nordstrom's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and several hundred other stores, topped off with a food court.
Wynn has ambiance. Encore, next door, has even more ambiance. They are both fantastic places to gamble, hang out and people watch, or dine. You don't have to stay at The Wynn to enjoy the best of what it has to offer which is probably why I don't stay here often.
The first time I stayed here was opening night. It was a nice stay, but they weren't ready. The television remote wasn't in the room yet, things weren't properly programmed on the phone, etc. That was all fixed within a few weeks when I returned.
The basic rooms are a decent size, and have all of the high-end features you would expect from a new property that cost billions (literally) to create. Flat-screen televisions, luxurious bed linens, a nice lounge area, and a lovely bathroom with water closet. Very nice, but not the best buy on The Strip. I recall these rooms starting at $359, but who knows what they are getting in June '09.
The Tower Suites are much nicer, but they are pricey for what you get. If you are a good rate shopper in this price range, you are likely going to steer towards another property (Skylofts, Four Seasons, etc.). The few times I stayed in a suite at The Wynn, it was in a Salon Suite.
The rooms feature a very cool design with a wonderful entertaining space complete with a full bar. The bedrooms are full-blown luxury and the bathroom is larger than the bedroom. The only thing I thought was weird were the benches in the rain shower. It forced me to think about how well it had been cleaned since the last seating, which shouldn't matter since I don't sit in the shower. Anyway, think luxury, not bench. The Salon Suite is also quite large (just under 2000 sq ft), but the space could be used for so much more, in my opinion. One of the suites did have a cool massage room in it. The other did not. All of the lights and curtains are electronically controlled througout these spaces.
The restaurants and great and the room service is great. They did not cut corners here when I was staying with them and I doubt they do today, at least in the food department. Everything was served to perfection, even in the room. That is not easy to do.
I can also tell you that they have several clubs with quite a scene on certain nights. I have never wanted to go to XS, which is more the bottle service type of place, but if I was in the Vegas club mood and looking to blow some money on booze, I would check it out. Tryst, on the other hand, held my attention for a bit and is worth going back to. That bar/club is located just in front of the waterfall. A must for one drink.
Overall, my advice is to spend time here, gamble here, eat here, and see a show or two here. If you stay here, have a reason. If the reason is you want to dine and see shows on property, by all means stay here. If you are on a budget or want to get the most over-the-top suite for a decent price, look around and just visit. There are always numerous hotel options in Vegas. Regardless, visit the property as it is truly worth it.
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