text: The Vdara is a new sleek and modern hotel located slightly off the Strip adjacent to the Bellagio What makes this a superb hotel at least for me is that it is a nonsmoking and a noncasino hotel The peace and quiet is a stark contrast to the chaos going on next door and if you are in the mood for gambling or chaos the Bellagio is a mere minute walk away nnThe rooms are quite large about sf and very well appointed they feature a small kitchen with stovetop and sink albeit without any pots pans silverware or dishes so not sure what the intent was here the living room has a small twoperson dinner table and a nice living area The bathroom is larger than most hotels and has a large deep tub in addition to a separate shower The room itself could be compared to a high rise luxury efficiency one could stay here long term without ever getting the feeling of being in a hotelnnBreakfast lunch and dinner can be had at the Market Cafe a combination of a bistro and convenience store on the lobby level The Market Cafe serves a great breakfast and makes some mean sandwiches and desserts The convenience section has a fair selection of foods and drinks to get you by in a pinch including a limited selection of Dean and Deluca goodies nnThe Pool area located just above the lobby area in the front of the hotel is very nice and has pools scattered around However as with most hotels in Vegas it is oversaturated with chaise lounges and is more reminiscent of a cruise ship than a hotel So get there early if you are planning to get a tannnThis is one of the nicest hotels what can I say I am a sucker for modern amenities that I have stayed at The rooms are large well equipped and comfortable Until something better comes along this will be my hotel of choice when staying in Las Vegas