Hotel of the week: The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas

Vegas’s newest resort breaks from Sin City tradition, said Jay Jones in the Los Angeles Times. Sure, the 2,995-room complex has a large gaming floor and the “obligatory” nightclub. But it’s also serious about making sure non-gamblers can enjoy a week’s stay “without ever seeing a slot machine.” Its interior is “chameleon-like”: Floor-to-ceiling video columns can make guests feel like they’re walking through fall foliage or “a cascade of bubbles.” Artists in residence and eight clustered restaurants give the third floor a hip, urban feel. Another Vegas rarity: The rooms feature furnished balconies, inviting guests to enjoy their views and the warmth of the desert sun. cosmopolitanlasvegas.com