Let’s get one thing straight – if you can’t afford a trip to actual Paris, France, this pool is probably the next best thing. The Paris Las Vegas pool offers that whole European vibe without the jet lag or language barrier.
Our visit left us with soggy swimsuits and plenty to tell you about this Parisian-themed pool playground. The pool area isn’t the biggest on the Strip, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in that certain “je ne sais quoi” (that’s fancy talk for “something special” for those who slept through French class).
- Open Date: March 7, 2025
- Close Date: TBA, but usually October 31, 2025
- Hours: Daily: 9am – 5pm
The Pool Area: More Seine Than Insane
The Paris Las Vegas pool complex sits at the base of the hotel’s half-sized Eiffel Tower replica, giving you those “I’m in France” vibes while you’re actually baking in the Nevada desert.
The main pool is a 2-acre solarium-style space surrounded by lounge chairs and a few deck areas. It’s not the mega-complex you’ll find at some other Vegas resorts, but our sensitive skin appreciated the fact that parts of the pool area offer shade from those brutal Vegas rays.
The main pool is decent-sized and heated, which means you can take a dip without your teeth chattering like you’re auditioning for a cartoon, even in the slightly cooler months. The depth is pretty standard – not too shallow that adults feel like they’re in a kiddie pool, but not so deep that shorter folks need to wear platform shoes to touch the bottom.
What we found interesting is that the pool area has a more relaxed, European feel. You won’t find wild pool parties or DJs blasting music that makes your eardrums beg for mercy.
Instead, it’s a civilized affair where you can actually hear your spouse complain about forgetting the sunscreen without them having to scream it. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance between “fun vacation mode” and “I might actually be able to read my book.”
The Experience
The main attraction here is the Pool á Paris. Surrounded by Parisian-inspired architecture and landscaping, it feels like you’ve stumbled into a fancy European garden that happens to have a giant body of water in the middle of it. The pool is lined with comfortable lounge chairs that fill up faster than the buffet at 8 AM, so get there early if you want prime real estate.
For those wondering – no, there isn’t a lazy river. Our middle-aged knees were a bit disappointed since floating aimlessly while holding a drink is basically our vacation love language. But you can’t have everything, can you?
Cabanas and Seating: Splurge or Scrounge
If you’re feeling fancy (or just hate hunting for chairs like we do), Paris offers cabana rentals that’ll make you feel like French royalty – right before the whole guillotine unpleasantness.
These private cabanas come with amenities like TVs, refrigerators, a dinette, and dedicated servers who’ll bring food and drinks right to your shaded sanctuary.
Cabana Life: Treating Yourself Like You Won at Blackjack (Even If You Didn’t)
The cabanas are pretty swanky, offering shade, privacy, and that smug feeling that comes with watching the common folk struggle to find an open lounge chair. They typically include comfy seating, a ceiling fan (which is basically priceless when it’s 110 degrees), a TV, refrigerator, and sometimes even misters to keep you cool.
Prices vary depending on the season, day of week, and whether there’s a major event in town, but expect to shell out anywhere about $200 per day. Is it worth it? Well, after watching my husband get sunburned to the point where he resembled an embarrassed lobster, I’m thinking yes. Consider it an investment in your partners well being – nobody wants to sleep next to someone who winces every time the sheet touches their crispy shoulders.
Regular Seating: The Free-For-All
If cabanas aren’t in your budget (we feel you), there are plenty of standard lounge chairs scattered around the pool deck. These are first-come, first-served, and during peak times, they become hotter commodities than front-row seats at a Céline Dion comeback tour.
Our advice? Send the earliest riser in your group (definitely not me) down to claim spots around 9am. And no, leaving a towel on a chair at 9am and returning at noon isn’t cool – it’s the pool equivalent of being that person who takes up two parking spaces.
Getting In: Who, When, and How Much
The Paris Las Vegas pool is primarily for hotel guests, which means you’ll need that room key to get past the attendants who guard the entrance like it’s Fort Knox. If you’re staying at the hotel, pool access is included with your resort fee (that sneaky extra charge they tack onto your bill).
Hours and Seasons
The pool typically operates seasonally, opening in March and closing in October, though the exact dates can vary based on weather. During peak season (summer), the pool generally opens around 9 AM and closes at 5 PM or 6 PM. These hours might change, so double-check before you get all lathered up in sunscreen.
Non-Hotel Guests
Not staying at Paris but desperate to see what French-themed swimming is all about? You might be able to purchase a day pass, depending on availability. These passes can run anywhere from $20-$50 per person, depending on the season and how crowded they expect to be. Another option is to book a cabana, which sometimes allows a certain number of non-hotel guests to enter.
Rules and Prohibited Items: The French Don’t Play
Like any Vegas pool, Paris has rules that they actually enforce (unlike that “no running” rule we all ignored as kids). Prohibited items typically include:
- Outside food and beverages (they want you buying their overpriced drinks, naturally)
- Large coolers (small ones for medications might be allowed)
- Glass containers (because broken glass + bare feet = vacation ruined)
- No pool floats or toys, but pool floaties are allowed
- Professional cameras or recording equipment
- Speakers or anything that makes excessive noise
And while the French might be known for their liberal attitude toward toplessness on beaches, that doesn’t fly here. Keep those swimsuits on and appropriate – this isn’t the European seashore, folks.
Pool Dining: Eating Frites by the Water
No need to drip-dry and get dressed for lunch – Paris Las Vegas has you covered with poolside dining options – although its limited – through Caesars Eats.
The menu isn’t exactly authentic French cuisine (sorry, no escargot while you’re in your swimsuit), but it offers solid pool fare – sandwiches, salads, and snacks that won’t leave you too stuffed to get back in the water. Prices are what you’d expect at a Vegas resort – higher than you’d like, but not so outrageous that you consider fasting for the day.
The cocktail menu is where things get interesting, with specialty drinks that’ll have you forgetting you’re paying $18 for something that’s mostly ice. We recommend trying one of their signature frozen drinks – nothing says “vacation” like a brain freeze that makes you momentarily question your life choices.
Drink Service
If you’ve splurged on a cabana or daybed, you’ll get the VIP treatment with dedicated drink service. For the rest of us peasants, there’s typically a bar where you can order and carry your own drinks back to your lounge chair – just another opportunity to work on those vacation steps!
The Paris Pool Vibe: Less Crazy, More Lazy
If you’re looking for a wild party scene with DJs and dancing, the Paris pool might disappoint. There’s no dayclub or beach club component here – it’s more of a relaxing, laid-back atmosphere where you can actually have a conversation without shouting. Our middle-aged ears appreciated this more than we can express.
The crowd tends to be a mix of couples, families, and groups of friends looking to relax rather than rage. The music is typically ambient and at a reasonable volume – not the pounding beats you’ll find at places like Encore Beach Club or Wet Republic.
What the Paris pool does offer is a bit of European-inspired sophistication. The architecture around the pool features Parisian elements that make for great vacation photos. “Look at us, honey! We’re totally in France! See the fake Eiffel Tower?”
Final Thoughts: Worth Taking the Plunge?
The Paris Las Vegas pool isn’t the biggest or most extravagant pool complex on the Strip. It won’t blow your mind with multiple pools, lazy rivers, or wave machines. What it does offer is a pleasant, relaxed swimming experience with just enough Parisian theming to make it interesting.
Is it worth booking a room at Paris just for the pool? Probably not. But if you’re staying there anyway, it’s definitely worth spending at least half a day lounging poolside. The atmosphere is relaxed enough that you can actually unwind, unlike some of the more party-heavy pools where relaxation requires earplugs and blinders.
Our verdict: The Paris Las Vegas pool is like that reliable friend who might not be the life of the party but always ensures you have a good time – no drama, no surprises, just solid pool-day fun with a French accent.
Pack your sunscreen, bring a good book, and prepare to say “oui oui” to a pleasant day of swimming and sunbathing. Just remember that in Vegas, the sun is stronger than those poolside cocktails – something my husband’s tomato-red shoulders learned the hard way.
