Not a fan of Las Vegas’ bustling crowds and excruciating heat during the summer? Now is the perfect time for a cool escape to Sin City – and the quieter months means hotel rates are generally lower, so live it up in luxury during winter before it’s too late.

For anyone wanting to stay in a prime location on one of the busiest intersections of the Las Vegas Strip, look no further than The Cromwell.

With more than 20 million passersby each year, The Cromwell features 188 rooms and suites, a 40,000 square foot casino, hotel lobby bar, lounge, restaurant by Giada De Laurentiis, and beach and nightlife venues by Victor Drai.

It became the Strip’s first standalone luxury lifestyle boutique hotel and casino since opening in May 2014.

The Cromwell’s casino features 66 table games, 434 slot machines, and a reserved gaming salon.

The hotel bar and lounge, Interlude, with its centralized location and close proximity to nightlife, serves as a social-inspired gathering place featuring cutting edge mixology. Anyone looking for a secluded experience, right off of the reception area is Bound by Salvatore, a sophisticated cocktail bar.

Salvatore’s more than 30 years of experience shines with perfectly executed classic cocktails, never-before-seen espresso cocktails, elegant champagne cocktails, and signature creations.

Featured on the carefully-curated menu are Salvatore’s signature cocktails, many of which are iconic and are synonymous with the famous bartender.

The Breakfast Martini comes from Salvatore’s wife insisting he eat breakfast, to which he replied with a gin cocktail mixed with the finest orange marmalade, the same topping he uses for his toast. Also featured is the Spicy Fifty, which combines the best of sweet and sour on the palate with a warm finish.

Selections of champagne cocktails showcase elegance and style, synonymous with those who drink them. Highlights from these bubbly creations are The Cromwell Fizz, comprised of Macallan Fine Oak Whiskey, lemon juice and orange bitters, topped with Moët & Chandon Impérial Champagne, fitting of its namesake, and the Bunny Bubbles, which pulls inspiration from certain iconic centerfold bunnies, and is made with raspberry puree and fresh pomegranate.

Step inside one of the rooms at The Cromwell to experience a blend of vintage with modern, with black Parisian-style awnings and gold fixtures adorning the windows. From the moment guests enter the Porte Cochere, a boutique hotel experience that blends traditional elements with Parisian flare and whimsical, modern details awaits.

The hotel reception is reminiscent of a parlor from the past; accessories and bookshelves adorned with leather-bound books clad the walls.

The 169 standard accommodations evoke a residential feel with distressed hardwood flooring, vintage luggage, and trunk-style furnishings Lighting recalls French provincial styling. Black and white mosaic tiled shower walls act as the canvas for playful English-French phrases.

All rooms offer a make-up vanity area with showgirl lighting, full length mirror and plush seating, and Muk products.

The Cromwell is located at 3595  S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.

For more information, visit www.caesars.com/cromwell.

GIADA

Giada De Laurentiis’ (right) self-titled restaurant, GIADA, greets guests with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, al fresco dining and a beautiful exhibition kitchen showcasing fresh pastas being made daily by hand and a signature antipasto bar – a first for Italian eateries on the Strip.

Located on the second story of The Cromwell, GIADA can accommodate 260 guests and showcases automatic retractable windows boasting prime views of the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace, and Bally’s Grand Bazaar Shops.

GIADA is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and a private dining room space will be available for larger parties.

The menu embraces De Laurentiis’ Roman heritage, mirroring her passion for Italian cooking with vibrant, Californian influences. GIADA will utilize the freshest ingredients to create a new take on the traditional Italian cuisine, while staying true to classic favorites.

Signature dishes include Lemon Spaghetti, Eggplant Rollatini, Marsala Herb Chicken Meatballs, and Lemon Ricotta Cookies.

“I’m so excited, not only to be opening my very first restaurant, but to be one of the first female chefs on the Las Vegas Strip,” says Giada De Laurentiis. “My goal for this restaurant is to be able to share a part of my life, my culture and my family with every guest. I want each person to feel like they’re entering my home, receiving a big welcoming hug and enjoying a fantastic Italian meal.”

For more information, visit www.GiadaDeLaurentiis.com.

Drai’s (Beach Club, Night Club & After Hours Club)

Victor Drai, nightlife innovator behind some of the most memorable nightlife experiences, returns to this premier Strip location with the renowned Drai’s After Hours, offering guests the hottest nightlife experience on the Strip.

With the opening of The Cromwell, Drai’s also introduces a dazzling rooftop pool, beach club and nightlife venue. Drai’s Beach Club • Nightclub elevates the Las Vegas day and nightlife scenes with a stylish, spirited pool experience.

In a city known for setting the standard for spectacular pools and parties, the bar has been raised even higher (literally) with the opening of Drai’s Beach Club in Las Vegas, perched 11 stories above the Strip atop The Cromwell.

With unobstructed views of Las Vegas Blvd. and never-ending sunshine on two levels, the 35,000 square foot Drai’s Beach Club is both an architectural and visual wonder featuring a 360-degree experience with multiple pools, tantalizing cocktails, renowned DJs, VIP luxury cabanas and top-of-the-line gourmet food.

For more information, visit www.DraisLV.net.