Frank Sinatra periodically headlined at the Golden Nugget.

It was the foundation for Wynn's rise to prominence in the casino industry. In 1977, he opened the first hotel tower and the resort earned its first four-diamond rating from Mobil Travel Guide. Steve Wynn bought a stake in the Nugget, which he increased so that, in 1973, he became the majority shareholder, and the youngest casino owner in Las Vegas.

Jackie Gaughan at one time owned a stake in the hotel as part of his many downtown properties. Come sundown, Troy Liquor Bar is the place to be with a lively atmosphere, DJs and exotic cocktails.The Golden Nugget was originally built in 1946, making it one of the oldest casinos in Las Vegas. Alternatively, head to Chart House for sumptuous seafood, Red for Pan-Asian cuisine or Grotto for Italian fare. Other temptations include a superb spa with steam rooms, sauna, massage and beauty treatments plus a state-of-the-art fitness centre to work off those American-sized portions! Several restaurants are at your disposal, including Vic and Anthony’s, one of the country’s finest steakhouses. There’s also an infinity pool, aptly named The Hideout, which is strictly for adults only. Then there's the Tank, as the swimming complex is known, comes complete with a shark tank, 3-storey waterslide and 13 private cabanas for hire.

The accommodation is divided between four majestic towers with wonderful views of the Las Vegas Strip, the Spring Mountains and the hotel’s incredible pool. Boasting some of Las Vegas’ finest rooms and suites after a $380 million dollar transformation, it’s easy to understand why.

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