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Named after the city of Rio de Janeiro, the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino is a Brazilian-themed resort in the heart of Las Vegas. Famous for being the host casino for the World Series of Poker, the Rio features 24/7 poker games and daily tournaments. In addition, the Rio is home to several well-known Vegas shows and an adrenaline-inducing zipline.
In addition to its bustling casino floor, the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino features an array of entertainment options and family-friendly activities. The VooDoo Zipline is one of the resort’s most popular activities and takes visitors soaring through the air from atop the 50-story Masquerade Tower to the top of the Ipanema Tower offering panoramic views of the Las Vegas Strip.
Kids will enjoy splashing around the tropical-themed VooDoo Beach and party-goers can enjoy an adults only pool. As far as evening entertainment goes, the Rio is home to Penn & Teller, a humorous magic show with tricks featuring curious props like knives, ducks, and a fire-eating showgirl. The Rio is also home to the male dancing troupe, Chippendales, a great option for a bachelorette party or girls night out.
The Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino is located on West Flamingo Road, just under a mile (1.4 kilometers) from the Las Vegas Strip. The Rio is located 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) from the Las Vegas airport and most visitors arrive via taxi, rideshare, bus, or airport shuttle.
Las Vegas is a busy year-round destination and the Rio offers poker tournaments and shows daily. The VooDoo Zipline is open daily from 11am to 11pm. The best time to visit Las Vegas weather-wise is from March through May and September through November. To save on hotel costs and show tickets, consider booking a mid-week trip.
Masquerade Village is Rio’s carnival-themed dining, shopping, and entertainment center. This is where you’ll find the high rollers slots and tables, the Chippendales theatre, and a variety of stores from cosmetics and fashion boutiques to sports memorabilia and a Harley-Davidson shop. Here, you’ll also find the Rio’s Wine Cellar and Tasting Room, one of America’s most impressive wine collections showcasing over 3,000 bottles.