"1"^^ . "I remember going to the Bellagio as a kid with my parents when it first opened. It was super exclusive way back then - kids couldn't come in unless they were actually staying at the hotel, ID's were checked at the entrance, etc. Bellagio used to be the best hotel on the Strip, hands down. There was no competition at all. However, now that the Strip is fully re-amped with such gorgeous, modern, and extravagant hotels, there is some stiff competition. \n\nRegardless, the Bellagio is still my favorite hotel. It's gorgeous, elegant, and classy, especially the gardens which change every season. (BTW, come before 8 AM and there will be little to no crowd; therefore, you can take some epic pics.) The crowd here isn't as wild as the other hotels - I feel that the Bellagio is geared towards the more mature crowd. The Bellagio is also home to the Jean Philippe Patisserie, which is one of my favorite bakeries ever, and a bunch of other restaurants. The Buffet is also good and more affordable than others such as Wicked Spoon or Bacchanal. In addition, the parking garage here is very easy and spacious. There are plenty of places to shop as well. Cirque du Soleil's O is also here, which has been my favorite show in Vegas. And of course, the fountains are amazing, as always.\n\nThe Bellagio is my favorite hotel on the Strip, for sure, and is right in the middle of the Strip. Definitely don't miss out here when you come to Vegas!"^^ . . . . "5"^^ . "2016-02-03T00:00:00"^^ . "2"^^ . "3"^^ .