Located on the north side of the famous Las Vegas Strip, Treasure Island (TI) is a hotel and casino that has been a prominent part of the city’s entertainment landscape since 1993. Initially designed as a tropical-themed resort with a pirate ship exterior, TI has undergone several renovations and rebranding efforts over the years to appeal to changing tastes and preferences.
Geography and Location
Treasure Island Hotel & Casino is situated at 3300 Las Vegas Boulevard South, adjacent to the Mirage Resort & Casino on one side and Palazzo on the other. The property’s location Treasure Island Hotel & (Las Vegas) casino provides easy access to major attractions like the LINQ Promenade, Fashion Show Mall, and several high-end restaurants.
History and Development
The brainchild of Steve Wynn and his partners at Mirage Resorts Inc., Treasure Island was opened on October 2, 1993, as a $415 million project. The initial theme emphasized a treasure hunt atmosphere, complete with swashbuckling characters and pirate ship-shaped structures. Over the years, TI has undergone renovations to revamp its appearance and offerings.
Architecture and Design
Treasure Island’s exterior is dominated by its iconic “Island in the Sky” tower structure, which features two large pirate ships connected at their midsections by a walkway. The design aimed to evoke a sense of adventure and fun while offering stunning views of the Las Vegas Strip from the top levels.
Rooms & Suites
Treasure Island’s room selection is diverse, ranging from basic guest rooms with contemporary decor to luxurious suites. Many rooms feature either city or strip views, depending on their position in the tower. Special themed suites include a Treasure Island suite featuring pirate-themed decorations and artwork inspired by the original design elements of the resort.
Casino
The TI casino spans two main areas: The Casino at The Mirage (the former location before moving to TI) adjacent to it and TI’s own dedicated space with slot machines, table games, poker room and Race & Sports Book. There is also a separate VIP gaming area called “High Limit Gaming” offering private tables for higher stakes players.
Restaurants
The hotel features an impressive variety of dining options including Italian at Samba Brazilian Steakhouse, Mexican cuisine at La Comida, fine dining steak at Gilley’s Saloon and BBQ as well as the buffet-style Seafood Shack.
Pools & Recreation
Treasure Island has a private pool area called “Island Oasis,” featuring several pools with sun loungers, cabanas, a whirlpool tub and water features. Guests can also access a nearby fitness center for complimentary workouts.
Convenience Services
The hotel provides services such as concierge assistance, guest laundry facilities, dry-cleaning services, luggage storage, meeting rooms equipped for up to 400 guests for events & conferences among other basic accommodations.
Shopping Area (Bazaar)
Treasure Island is home to the TI Bazaar Shops featuring a mix of retail stores including boutique fashion brands and souvenir vendors selling items ranging from high-end jewelry, handbags, & accessories down to novelty collectibles like t-shirts emblazoned with pirate logo art inspired by Treasure’s tropical island aesthetic.
Entertainment
Beyond its gaming options, entertainment venues include live music at Gilley’s Saloon located off the main lobby space of TI. Additional dining and nightlife spots nearby may also offer various live performances throughout their operating hours depending on schedule availability.
Responsible Gaming & Problem Gambling Support
Treasure Island offers support to individuals concerned about responsible play through tools such as limit setting reminders via player rewards clubs (players club). There is no stated resource for guests struggling specifically with problem gambling.