With over 100 hotels to choose from, finding the best hotels in Las Vegas all depends on what kind of hotel you are looking for. Whether you are looking for a luxury hotel, family hotel, pet-friendly hotel, golf-lover's hotel, budget hotel, or some combination of the above, there are top hotels in Las Vegas to please every traveler.

The lively collection of casinos, nightclubs, and over-the-top entertainment easily makes the lively Las Vegas strip a natural spot for many of the best hotels in Las Vegas. Unsurprisingly given the proximity to so many things to do, this main thoroughfare is an integral part of most Las Vegas trips, and the hotels on the strip are giant luxury productions. Top hotels in Las Vegas on the strip include the Wynn Las Vegas, the MGM Grand, the Bellagio, the Venetian, Caesars Palace, and Mandalay Bay. The luxury hotels here, with their lavish décor, fine dining, exclusive shopping, and hopping nightlife scene, and of course, plenty of slot machines and crap tables, offer the best accommodations in Vegas that money can buy. Here also are the best party hotels in Las Vegas, with busy bars and upscale nightclubs.

Despite its gambling-related reputation, Las Vegas has undergone a massive transformation to become a popular destination for family vacations. With its something-for-everyone entertainment variety, the Strip is home to some of the best hotels in Las Vegas for families. Family hotels often have shows or other entertainment (think roller coasters, IMAX theaters, and video game arcades). Some of the top Vegas Hotels for families include the Luxor, New York New York, MGM Grand, and Monte Carlo.

If you'd rather not be in the middle of the action, consider some of the top Vegas hotels off the Strip, such as the Fairfield Grand Desert Resort and the Green Valley Ranch. If you plan to play 18-holes at Shadow Creek, Desert Pines, or the JW Marriot, definitely look into the golf hotels.

For budget travelers or for anyone that had a less than lucky time at the tables on his last Vegas vacation, the best accommodations in Vegas might be one of the many budget hotels off the Strip. Granted, there are some cheaper hotels on the Strip, and the fancy ones often have deals, but for the large part, the further you go from the strip, the more affordable accommodations you will find. Top Vegas hotels downtown include Binions Las Vegas and The Fremont Hotel.

If your family includes a dog or other four-legged friend, there are accommodating pet hotels that mean you won't have to leave your pet at home. On the strip there is the Four Seasons to consider, but in general the top hotels in Las Vegas for pets are off the strip; there you'll have your pick of airport hotels, motels, Las Vegas RV parks, and upscale options like the Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock Resort and Spa. Just be sure to check weight-limitations on pets before you book.

Since Las Vegas has such a variety of hotels to offer all kinds of travelers, finding the best accommodations in Vegas is all about isolating what it is you want, whether it be a luxury experience, kid-friendly attractions, golf course access, a wild nightlife scene, or top-notch designer shopping.