If you're Las Vegas-bound, there is more to do than just entertainment and casinos. Glittering hotels with swimming pools, spas and shopping are all on the horizon — or as many like to call it, the Las Vegas Strip.

“Sin City” has it all, from enormous hotels that sprawl like cities to lakefront resorts and budget-friendly properties. If Marriott Bonvoy is your hotel loyalty program of choice, you may be wondering, “Are there any Marriott hotels on the Vegas Strip?” There are Marriotts all around Las Vegas, including the Strip, where you can earn and burn your points. In fact, you’ll find many of Marriott Bonvoy’s brand names, like SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, Renaissance and the Four Points by Sheraton, in town.

But when it comes to the best Marriott hotels in Las Vegas, there are some definite standouts.

An overview of Marriott hotels in Vegas

Some Marriott hotels are near the Las Vegas Strip (although you may not find the Marriott name plastered to the side of the building), while others, like The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa, are a short drive away.

Using your Marriott points in Vegas means knowing which properties participate in Marriott Bonvoy and where you can take advantage of elite status and Marriott Bonvoy credit card-related benefits.

One thing you’ll have to watch out for in Las Vegas, even when redeeming points, is those pesky resort fees. Unlike World of Hyatt, Marriott Bonvoy does not waive resort fees for award redemptions. Also, starting after March of this year, Marriott Bonvoy will switch from its user-friendly hotel award chart to off-peak, standard and peak pricing instead. This change means much less transparency when it comes to how many points you will need to save to make a redemption.

So, what hotels in Vegas are part of Marriott? Here are some of our top picks for award stays at Las Vegas Marriott hotels.

Top Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Las Vegas

On the Strip

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection

One of the more prominent hotels along the Strip, The Cosmopolitan dazzles with its impressive balcony views — unusual in Las Vegas. Residential-sized accommodations give guests more room to relax. The dining and nightlife scene is a big draw for both guests and visitors from outside the hotel. If you’re hungry, you may recognize well-known chefs like José Andrés and Bruce and Eric Bromberg, not to mention onsite eateries like Momofuku and Milk Bar.

Known as a “pool district,” there are three different pool experiences here that range in size. There is also a day club for guests 21 years and older with a DJ, music and bottle service.

The spa and meeting facilities round out the amenities, but don’t miss the hotel’s collection of contemporary art.

A points redemption usually ranges between 70,000 and 99,000 points per night depending on the time of year and day of the week.

Marriott’s Grand Chateau, Marriott Vacation Club

For those with Marriott Vacation Club points, Marriott’s Grand Chateau is a great option. Located just off the Las Vegas Strip, this high-rise property offers one- to three-bedroom villa rentals complete with kitchens, living and dining room areas, plus laundry facilities. These are especially popular with families or couples traveling together. The rooftop pool and cocktail lounge overlooking the Strip are popular venues.

You don’t have to be part of Marriott Vacation Club to stay here. Depending on the timing, you can usually get a room for between 40,000 and 50,000 points per night.

The Westin Las Vegas Hotel and Spa

Also not far from the Las Vegas Strip, the Westin Las Vegas Hotel and Spa appeals to travelers who want to stay in a non-casino hotel. This property focuses instead on Westin’s signature wellness programs and features an outdoor pool, spa and RunWESTIN, where guests can enjoy curated jogging routes (sometimes with a member of staff). Smoking is not allowed here.

When you’re ready to get your gaming or entertainment on, you won’t have to walk far from this property. A points redemption usually runs between 30,000 and 40,000 points per night.

Off-Strip

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa

Surrounded by a verdant golf course and beautiful scenery, this resort is an oasis of calm away from the activity of the Las Vegas strip. Guests have access to a spa, casino and the championship TPC Las Vegas golf course. While tourists may enjoy the serenity here, it is especially popular with locals, too. No one goes hungry here considering the variety of dining options that include everything from Asian-inspired to Italian.

You'll usually find award nights ranging between 30,000 and 40,000 points per night.

The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa

On Lake Las Vegas, this resort offers an entirely different experience to being on the Strip. While it is geared toward conference groups, leisure travelers may enjoy pairing a few nights here with a hotel in town. For those who prefer to be away from the hubbub, this is a great alternative.

Two championship golf courses, a dual-level swimming pool, spa and numerous dining options including a steakhouse are in the cards with a stay here.

This is hotel normally runs about 20,000 to 30,000 points per night, making it one of the more affordable options in Vegas.

How to earn Marriott Bonvoy points quickly

Marriott Bonvoy points are easy to earn with a hotel stay or Marriott co-branded credit card. You’ll earn bonus points when using one of Marriott’s cards to pay for a stay, too.

There are several other ways to rack up Marriott points. You can transfer points from American Express Membership Rewards, Chase Ultimate Rewards® or United MileagePlus (for those with United elite status) if you're desperate to top off your Bonvoy account. While these flexible points and airline miles carry more value when used within their respective programs, they provide a last resort.

Still, the best way to rack up points without staying in hotels is through Marriott’s portfolio of credit cards. Here are some of the latest welcome offers worth exploring.

Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card: Earn 30,000 Bonus Points after spending $1,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening with the Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card.

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card: Earn 3 Free Night Awards (each night valued up to 50,000 points) after spending $3,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening with the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card.

Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card: Earn 95,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points after you use your new Card to make $6,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Terms Apply.

Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card: Earn three Free Night Awards after you use your new Card to make $6,000 in eligible purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Redemption level up to 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy® points for each bonus Free Night Award, at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy®. Certain hotels have resort fees. Terms Apply.

Welcome bonus offers change regularly with certain lifetime language restrictions on the number of times you can have a specific credit card. This means you may want to wait for a better welcome bonus offer if it is not as much as you’d like and you don’t need more points in a hurry.

If you want to stay in a Marriott in Las Vegas

Earning and redeeming points at Marriott hotels in Vegas can be fun, especially since there are a variety of properties to choose from. While there are numerous budget-focused options also within the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, these are sure to be the most entertaining.

Consider signing up for a Marriott credit card if you really want to speed up your points earning. And if you’re not a Marriott Bonvoy member, be sure to join for free before you check in so you can enjoy added perks.