The Venetian (Las Vegas, USA)

Opened: 1999 at a cost of $1.5 billion

Venetian Casino Las Vegas
Combining style, elegance and luxury, the Venetian is typical of Las Vegas’ new breed
of resort-style casino hotels. This no-compromise approach certainly came with a hefty price
tag. But when the Venetian opened its doors on May 3, 1999, few could doubt that it was money
well spent.

Setting the standard

Thanks to an initial investment of $1.5 billion, the Venetian was the world’s most costly
casino complex at the time of its opening. Taking its stylistic cues from the iconic Italian city
of Venice, it was certainly extravagant; the styling even extended so far as to having a replica
canal running through the complex to transport guests around. The Venetian is owned and
operated by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation, which also owns the nearby Palazzo Casino.
Las Vegas Sands is one of the land-based gambling industry’s true innovators. In 2009, it
launched its ECO360 programme, with the aim to measure and reduce the environmental
impact of its casinos worldwide. In 2003, the hotel was renovated. This included the opening
of another tower, the Venezia at the Venetian. This boosted the casino’s total capacity
significantly. It currently has 4,059 hotel rooms, 4,049 luxury suites and 11,000m² (120,000 sq
ft) of casino floor space. The Venetian stands on the grounds of another famous casino, the
Sands Hotel.
Gambling in luxury and style
Gamblers should feel right at home on the Venetian’s ample casino floor. There you’ll
find over 139 casino games, including 20 table games. These include such favourites as
baccarat, blackjack, roulette, craps, pai gow and various other forms of poker. An ample
selection of slotsawaits as well.
For those feeling lucky, there’s a high-limit salon. There’s also a sports betting lounge.
The Venetian also organizes regular tournaments, such as its famous Deep Stack
Extravaganza events. These take place four times a year, and the majority of tournaments
feature no-limit hold’em poker. Buy-ins usually range from $225 to $5,000.
Special hotel rates are available to those gamblers who with to stay and play at the Venetian.
A great night out
Entertainment at the Venetian Casino Alongside its luxurious rooms and stunning
casino games, the Venetian offers plenty of other forms of entertainment. These include a
variety of excellent shows. Permanent fixtures include the world-renowned Blue Man Group,
and Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular. Alongside this, there’s always a broad selection of
temporary shows. Stars who have performed at the Venetian include comedians Tim Allen,
David Spade, Rita Rudner and Joan Rivers.
There are other attractions, too. Madam Tussauds Las Vegas (a branch of the famous London
wax work museum) is based within its complex, as is the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum. A
wide array of restaurants is also on offer. More than 35 different eating establishments can be
found within the Venetian’s complex. And with these ranging from fine French dining to all-
American burger bars, there’s something to suit every palette.
A History of the Venetian Casino
In 1989, the famous Sands Casino was acquired by American hotel and casino magnate
Sheldon Adelson and his associates. Since its opening in the Fifties, the Sands had become one
of the most recognisable casinos on the Strip. Nevertheless, it was unable to compete with the
newer megaresorts. By the mid-Nineties, the decision had been taken to demolish it and replace
it with a more modern establishment – the Venetian.

Submitted by:
Deominick A. Magnipis BSHM 1-I
Student
Submitted to:
Mr. Francisco G. Corpin
Instructor