Encore Las Vegas is a luxury resort, casino and hotel located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada (also referred to as Encore at Wynn Las Vegas or simply Encore). The resort is connected to its sister luxury resort, Wynn Las Vegas, located directly south. Both are owned by Wynn Resorts and located on the former site of the Desert Inn resort, which Steve Wynn purchased and closed in 2000. Encore took the place of two former Desert Inn hotel structures, the Palms and St. Andrews towers, which both were demolished in 2004. Construction of Encore began the first anniversary of Wynn Las Vegas’ opening on April 28, 2006,. The Encore resort project, was built by Tutor Saliba, cost $2.3 billion. It opened on December 22, 2008.
The 48-story luxury resort hotel tower has 2,034 rooms, and the resort has 72,000 sq ft (6,700 m2) of gaming space, the Encore Esplanade retail area. In addition, Encore has several restaurants, including one dedicated to singer Frank Sinatra. The Encore resort has also had several clubs, two were added in 2010, marking the completion of the Wynn Encore complex. The property includes the Encore Theater, originally built for Wynn Las Vegas and now located between the two resorts. Encore has received numerous awards, the AAA Five Diamond Award and the Five Star award from Forbes Travel Guide.
Encore at Wynn Luxury Restaurants & Fine Dining
We have gathered some of the finest chefs in the world to create some of the finest dining in the world. All here. All yours. All within steps of wherever you happen to be at Wynn and Encore Las Vegas. So reserve your table, and then get ready for something wonderful.
Casa Playa
This coastal Mexican restaurant focuses on fresh seafood, seasonal ingredients and housemade masa, highlighting shareable dishes that layer easily, as well as an extensive tequila and mezcal selection and a variety of specialty cocktails.
Cipriani
The Italian icon brings its carpaccio alla Cipriani, baked tagliolini, vanilla meringue, and world-famous Bellini to Wynn Plaza Shops.
Delilah
An homage to the glamorous age of Hollywood and Las Vegas, Delilah is a modern-day supper club with a vintage aesthetic.
Lakeside
Seafood-focused with stunning views of the Lake of Dreams, Lakeside features sustainably sourced, line-caught fish from around the world.
Mizumi
Set amid exotic gardens and waterfalls, Mizumi serves pristine sushi and sashimi, robatayaki bar specialties and modern Japanese cuisine.
Mizumi Teppanyaki
Dinner is theatre at Mizumi’s teppanyaki room, where chefs dazzle with their tableside cooking flair.
Sinatra
From osso buco to spaghetti and clams, our tribute to Ol’ Blue Eyes serves modern twists on the classic Italian cooking Frank loved.
SW Steakhouse
Exceptional steaks, including certified Kobe, are served in a refined dining room and patio with prime views of Wynn’s Lake of Dreams.
Tableau
This chic indoor and outdoor restaurant with pool views serves breakfast, lunch and brunch adjacent to Wynn’s Tower Suites lobby.
Wing Lei
The first Chinese restaurant in the U.S. to earn a Michelin star serves Cantonese, Shanghai and Szechuan dishes in a dramatic room.
Encore at Wynn Casual Dining
Allegro
Pizzas fired in the wood-burning oven, handmade pastas and classics like lasagna Napoletana are the draws in this relaxed setting.
The Buffet at Wynn Las Vegas
Featuring a stunning redesigned interior and expansive all-you-can-eat menu, The Buffet at Wynn Las Vegas is back and better than ever.
Caffè Al Teatro
An ornate European cafe featuring 24-hour express gourmet dining—breakfast selections, all-day savory fare and late-night sweet treats headline alongside fresh-roasted coffees, local beers and wellness beverages.
Charlie’s Sports Bar
Find crowd-pleasing American fare like burgers, sandwiches and shareable appetizers in the heart of Wynn’s Race & Sports Book.
Espresso
Artisan market meets casual quick-serve café. Espresso serves dine-in and take-out bites near hotel registration at Encore.
Jardin
Farm-fresh dishes, from virtuous to indulgent, are served in an airy conservatory setting.
La Cave
Beautifully presented dishes, ideal for sharing, are accompanied by an extraordinary collection of wines in an intimate lounge, dining room and indoor/outdoor garden room and terrace.
Red 8
Cantonese noodle dishes, Hong Kong-style barbecue and specialties from Thailand, Vietnam and Korea are served in this dynamic room.
Terrace Pointe Café
This airy indoor/outdoor restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and brunch with views of Wynn’s manicured gardens and sparkling pool.
Urth Caffé
Organic, heirloom coffee and healthy cuisine have a devoted following, now in its first U.S. location outside Southern California.
Wazuzu
Inspired by Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine, this Pan-Asian eatery serves lunch, dinner and late-night choices adjacent to Encore’s casino.
Encore at Wynn Wynn Shows & Entertainment
Encore at Wynn Experience a New Awakening
The thrilling spectacle at Wynn Las Vegas returns to live performances, as this reimagined production promises to dazzle audiences with soaring aerialists, bounding acrobats, high-energy choreography and comedic moments. At the heart of this compelling story, a hero must confront the forces of Light and Darkness in a quest to save the world, a mythic adventure set amid one of the most technologically immersive theater ever designed.
Awakening joins a roster that includes legendary musical acts and today’s most acclaimed comedians at the Encore Theater and celebrity DJs at the hottest nightclubs on The Strip: the award-winning XS and EBC at Night.
Awakening
Experience worlds infused with modern-day myth and magic in this brand-new show. Awakening comes to life through a combination of dramatic choreography, technology and fantastic creatures in a custom designed 360-degree theater.
Lake of Dreams
Discover the all-new Lake of Dreams show and enjoy a theatrical journey of magic, lights, film, sculpture, music, and puppetry.
Lake of Dreams
At the resort’s three-acre lake features Lake of Dreams show. Restaurants and lounges overlook the Lake of Dreams show, which includes a giant head made of steel and fiberglass that rises from the lake to sing. Insync music flows from 100 speakers, while footage is projected onto a waterfall. The show also features a 30-foot-tall frog who sings and dances. The show was designed by Kenny Ortega and Michael Curry Design. The show has put on 30,000 performances since of 2012
A $14 million technological upgrade was completed in 2020, after two years in the works. Ortega and the original creative team returned for the revamp project, which included three new animatronics, measuring 28 feet in height. The animatronics depict female bird characters who sing a variety of songs by female artists. The frog animatronic, which remains in the show, had only covered songs by male singers.
Encore at Wynn Attractions, Experiences & Things to Do at Wynn
You’re sure to discover something new during every visit to Wynn and Encore. From our two Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star spas to our newly designed 18-hole championship golf course, choosing to add a one-of-a-kind experience to your visit will transform moments here into unforgettable memories.
Encore at Wynn Nightlife
XS
XS is an elegant and intimate environment with a lavish interior surronding Encore’s European pool.
Encore Beach Club at Night
Pools aren’t only for daytime. Guests also can enjoy the stunning beauty of Encore Beach Club under the moonlight.
Encore Beach Club
Beautiful pools surrounded by daybeds and private cabanas, team members are available to assist with food and beverage orders.
Encore at Wynn Shops
For the best in upscale retail destinations, discover The Shops at Wynn and Encore, where a global roster of designer boutiques offers luxurious apparel, accessories, fine jewelry, status watches, and more from the world’s most coveted labels. Also, don’t miss our newest retail offering, Wynn Plaza Shops, where wellness, dining and retail experiences have been designed exclusively for Wynn Las Vegas.
Chloé at The Shops at Encore
Located at the Encore Esplanade, Chloé is an authentic and immersive retail experience with ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, fragrances and jewelry for women with active, modern lifestyles.
Aviator Nation
This iconic California lifestyle brand designs 1970s-inspired garments for men, women, and children to make you look and feel like a rock star.
Balmain
The Parisian fashion house founded by Pierre Balmain today features the fearless, modern designs of creative director Olivier Rousteing.
Bottega Veneta
Renowned for its Italian master craftsmanship, Bottega Veneta features signature bags, small leather goods, clothing and accessories.
Breitling
One of today’s most sought-after watchmakers, Breitling has crafted Swiss-made timepieces since 1884, including the iconic Navitimer.
Brioni
This sophisticated Italian label offers tailor-made suits and fine menswear with a unique made-to-measure experience.
Canada Goose
Lifestyle brand, Canada Goose brings its performance luxury outerwear, apparel and accessories to first Las Vegas store at the Wynn with innovative Snow Room.
Celine
CELINE is a luxury French fashion House founded in 1945 by Céline Vipiana and today is under the creative direction of Hedi Slimane.
Chrome Hearts
Chrome Hearts, the luxury accessories, leather, and furniture company, now brings its product line and sophisticated life-inspired designs to Wynn.
Cotton Citizen
An American-born, American-made brand, Cotton Citizen is known for modern essentials with timeless design and innovative wash treatments.
Diptyque
The legendary French perfumer produces an exceptional—and highly giftable—collection of scented candles, fragrances, and body care.
Feature
Home to more than 120 of the most exclusive brands, Feature provides limited-edition footwear, high-end apparel, and accessories from Nike, Stone Island, and more.
Hermès
From its iconic silk scarves and leather handbags to ready-to-wear and home accessories, Hermès combines classic chic with modern elegance.
James Perse
The Los Angeles-based designer is inspired by the easy California lifestyle to create sophisticated, casual clothing for men and women.
Kenzo
Founded in 1970 by Japanese designer Kenzo Takada, the French luxury house offers forward-thinking designs by artistic director Nigo.
Kiton
A history of impeccable Italian tailoring is the heart of Kiton’s approach to fine clothing, shoes and accessories for men and women.
Le Labo
A niche perfume company born in Grasse, raised in New York City. Every fragrance is freshly hand-blended, and each label is personalized for you.
Loewe
This Spanish luxury fashion house’s first West Coast location features leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories by creative director Jonathan Anderson.
Off-White
Established in 2013, designer Virgil Abloh’s Off-White explores concepts of branding, the zeitgeist, and the expression of youth culture.
Omega
From the first watch on the moon to the elegant timepieces worn by James Bond, Omega’s rich history as a watchmaker is simply unparalleled.
October’s Very Own
October’s Very Own (OVO) is a global lifestyle brand that produces art, music, clothing and accessories, and special collaborations.
Rimowa
Founded in Germany in 1898, Rimowa is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of premium luggage, which is as durable as it is sophisticated.
RtA
RtA was launched with the purpose of creating a movement of like-minded individuals who believe that clothing should be used as a form of expression.
Saint Laurent
Famed Paris design house Saint Laurent brings its newest boutique to Wynn Plaza Shops, with classic luxury for men and women.
SoulCycle
Exclusive to Las Vegas, SoulCycle offers uniquely visual studio classes set to high-energy music—an addictive fitness experience for mind, body and soul.
Stefano Ricci
Stefano Ricci – Italian menswear brand Stefano Ricci brings its custom and meticulously crafted clothing and accessories to a lavishly appointed setting.
Vitra Eyewear
Vitra carries the world’s most unique eyewear collections from leading designer brands, available in both sunglasses and ophthalmic styles.
Wolford
Since 1950, Wolford has specialized in high-quality legwear, lingerie, and bodywear, creating innovative fashion that acts as a second skin for every woman.
Zimmermann
Founded by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann in 1991, this popular Australian brand features feminine, sophisticated swimwear and ready-to-wear.
Encore at Wynn Entertainment Lounges
Overlook Lounge, Aperitifs & Spirits
A newly designed cocktail destination with a distinctive personality, Overlook Lounge is an opulent and cozy haven for aperitifs, cocktails and spirits.
East Side Lounge
This intimate ultra-lounge overlooking Encore’s pool is a swanky spot for hand-crafted cocktails.
Wynn Golf course
The Desert Inn golf course was renovated with a new layout and landscaping to become the Wynn Golf Club. It is the only course on the Las Vegas Strip. The 70-par, 18-hole course measures 6,722 yards, and covers 128 acres (52 ha).
Encore at Wynn Retail
The Wynn property opened with an indoor boutique shopping area known as Wynn Esplanade, where the use of skylights is very obvious. The retail shops area is 76,290 sq ft (7,088 m2). Wynn Esplanade opened with 32 shops, including several owned and operated by Wynn Resorts. Notable retailers included Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Chanel, Dior, and Graff. Fashion designers Oscar de la Renta, Jean Paul Gaultier, Manolo Blahnik, also opened stores at the resort. Wynn Las Vegas also opened with an employees-only convenience store which is one of five Las Vegas Strip resorts to have such a feature.
More Encore at Wynn Las Vegas features
Upon opening, the resort had a small art gallery with 15 paintings, Picasso’s Le Rêve an obvious choice and several paintings by Rembrandt and Johannes Vermeer. It closed in 2006 to make way for new retailers, and some of the paintings are now then around the resort.
The resort also opened with four pools, one of which allowed topless sunbathing.
Wynn Las Vegas opened with 21 bars. Among them were Parasols Up and Parasols Down, both featuring large parasols that move up and down.
Convention groups are a prominent demographic at Wynn Las Vegas, which had 223,000 sq ft (20,700 m2) of space at opening. Meeting rooms overlooked the golf course. A two-story addition, built for $423 million, was finished in 2020. bringing the resort’s total convention space to 560,000 sq ft (52,000 m2).
In 2014, a statue of cartoon character Popeye which is made of stainless-steel and weighs 2,000 pounds was put on display in the resort. Wynn paid $28 million for the statue,. In 2019, the statue was relocated to another resort, Encore Boston Harbor. The newly added convention space features a sculpture by artist Okuda San Miguel.
Blue Wire, a sports podcast platform, began operating in a $3.5 million studio at the resort in 2021.
Encore at Wynn Shows
The Wynn complex has two theaters, including the Encore Theater. Which was originally built as part of Wynn Las Vegas, located between the two resorts. Encore Theater has 1,480 seats, and has hosted numerous entertainers, including Danny Gans, Beyoncé, and Garth Brooks.
Encore at Wynn Features
During the design phase, Wynn Resorts consulted with Forbes Travel Guide in hopes of attaining its five-star rating. Encore was designed to attract an upper-class clientele, competing with other upcoming luxury resort projects such as CityCenter and Cosmopolitan.
Both using bronze glass. The Encore is almost identical to the one at Wynn Las Vegas.
Encore opened with 2,034 hotel rooms. The rooms were remodeled in 2015, and a $200 million hotel renovation project was made public for both Wynn and Encore in 2021.
The Encore tower is 48 stories, although its top floor is labeled “63”. Due to bad-luck superstitions among gamblers, the tower skips the 13th floor (triskaidekaphobia) and those containing the number 4 (tetraphobia).
Like Wynn Las Vegas, Encore also features natural lighting in certain areas of the resort, which is an uncommon trait for casinos. More notable design elements include red chandeliers above the casino floor, containing 72,000 sq ft (6,700 m2) of gaming space. At opening, the casino also had five gaming salons on the hotel’s top floor. The salons, reserved for high rollers, offered table games such as baccarat and floor-to-ceiling views. A race and sports book was added in 2017.
The resort opened with 27,000 sq ft (2,1024 m2) of retail space at the Encore Esplanade, featuring 11 upscale retailers such as Chanel, Hermes and Rock and Republic. Designed by Dan Barteluce, the Encore Esplanade consists of an indoor walkway connecting to Wynn Las Vegas, with lattice ceilings providing natural lighting. The resort also opened with a 61,000 sq ft (5,700 m2) spa.
Encore at Wynn Awards
In a 2009 review for The New York Times, Brooks Barnes wrote, “Until the economy improves, the opulent hotel will come across a bit like a boom-times relic. But there’s always a market for quality, and Encore offers that in spades”. That year, Travel + Leisure named it among the 45 best new hotels. The magazine praised Encore’s natural lighting and indoor plant life, stating that both features make the expansive public spaces feel “downright cozy”.
The end of 2009, Encore received the AAA Five Diamond Award, and the Five Star award from Forbes Travel Guide. Two spas at the Wynn complex were also the only ones in the state to have five-star ratings. The Encore complex has since been a repeat winner of both awards. Encore is among the three largest Forbes Five-Star resorts in the world, along with Wynn Las Vegas and Wynn Palace in Macau. In 2017, readers of Condé Nast Traveler named Wynn Las Vegas and Encore as the best hotel property in the city, noting the high level of luxury.