Fontainebleau Oasis Pool Deck vs. Venetian, Palazzo, Resorts World, Wynn, and Encore pool decks. See how Fontainebleau stacks up against its most likely competitors.
Pool Access
Fontainebleau
Access is complimentary for Fontainebleau hotel guests. Non-guests can gain pool access by reserving a daybed or cabana, or by purchasing a Pool Pass.
Wynn/Encore
Access is complimentary for Wynn and Encore registered guests. Non-guests can gain access with the purchase of a reserved seating options, subject to availability and at a higher cost than registered guests.
Resorts World, Venetian, Palazzo
Access is restricted to registered hotel guests only. Daybed and cabana rentals are also restricted to hotel guests only.
Pool Season
Fontainebleau
The Oasis Pool Deck is now open for the 2024 pool season. No set closing date for the 2024 season has been determined.
Resorts World,
Resorts World’s pool deck operates year-round, although with reduced services. During the cooler months, guests are invited to enjoy the Bimini pool and adjacent hot tub.
Encore/Wynn
The Ecore and Wynn pool decks are typically in full operation by the end of April. The Encore pool deck is closed during the cooler months. Encore guests are asked to access the Wynn’s Tower Pool during this time.
Venetian/Palazzo
The Venetian and Palazzo offer year-round pool access, although with reduced services during the cooler months.
hours are subject to change
Encore Beach Club Pool Map
Courtesy of Encore Las Vegas
Pool Hours
Fontainebleau
Currently 8:00 am – 7:00 pm .
Resorts World
Hours vary by season but range from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm from December through February to 8:00 am – 8:00 pm from May through September.
Wynn/Encore
Hours vary by season. Winter hours at the Wynn and Encore are 10:00 am – 4:00 pm while peak Summer hours at the Wynn and Encore are 9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
Venetian/Palazzo
Hours vary by season but range from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm from December through February to 8:00 am – 8:00 pm from May through September.
hours subject to change without notice
Resorts World Pool Deck Map
courtesy of Resorts World
Pool Deck Size
Each highlighted link below will take you to a dedicated post I have recently written with detailed information on each specific pool deck.
Outside food and drinks are prohibited in all 6 pool decks.
Ayu Day Club Pool Deck Map
Courtesy of Resorts World
Lounger, Cabana, and Daybed Rentals
Fontainebleau
Daybeds and cabanas are available to rent. All options come with a 100% rental fee with no minimum spend attached.
Resorts World
Loungers, daybeds, and cabanas are available. Loungers have a 100% rental fee with no minimum spend attached. Daybeds have no rental fee but a 100% food and beverage minimum spend. Cabanas have both a rental fee and a minimum spend attached.
Venetian
Loungers, cabanas, and premium cabanas are available. Loungers have a 100% rental fee with no food and beverage minimum attached. Cabanas and premium cabanas are priced with both a rental fee and minimum spend attached.
Palazzo
Loungers, cabanas and premium cabanas are available. Loungers have a 100% rental fee with no food and beverage minimum attached. Cabanas and premium cabanas are priced with both a rental fee and minimum spend attached.
Wynn
Loungers, lily pads, and various cabanas are available. All options come with a 100% rental fee with no minimum spend attached.
Encore
Loungers and cabanas are available to rent. All options come with a 100% rental fee with no minimum spend attached.
Tao Beach Reserved Seating
Photo by Mike Waldron
Photo by Mike Waldron
Heated Pools
All resorts have heated pools.
Hot Tubs
Fontainebleau
There are 3 hot tubs located on the pool deck.
Resorts World
1 located by the Bimini Bar.
Venetian
1 located by the main pool.
Palazzo
4 hot tubs located throughout the pool deck.
Wynn
2 hot tubs located on the pool deck.
Encore
4 hot tubs located around the pool deck.
Pool Deck Age/ Date of last Major Renovations
Fontainebleau
Opening Spring 2024.
Resorts World
Opened Summer 2021.
Wynn
Opened in 2005. Annually maintained but no major refurbishments.
Encore
Opened in 2008. Annually maintained but no major refurbishments.
Venetian/Palazzo
The pool deck completed a major refurbishment in 2021. Tao Beach completed the refurbishment in 2023.
Poolside Gaming
Fontainebleau
Gaming area is located across from the main Oasis Pool.
Wynn
Blackjack is available at the Sunset Pool.
Encore, Palazzo, Venetian, Resorts World
No poolside gaming.
Reward credits for pool deck spend
Fontainebleau
Fontainebleau Rewards Tier Credits and Bleau Points are earned for eligible pool deck spend.
Resorts World
Genting Rewards Credits/Points are earned for pool deck spend.
Wynn/Encore
Wynn Rewards Tier Credits/Points are not earned for pool deck spend.
Venetian/Palazzo
Grazie Tier Points are earned for eligible pool deck spend.
Poolside Massages
Fontainebleau
Poolside massage services have been discontinued.
Resorts World
Pool deck massages are available.
Wynn/Encore
Pool deck massages are available.
Palazzo/Venetian
Poolside massage service have been discontinued.
Conclusion
It will take time to see how much market share the new Fontainebleau Oasis Pool Deck will take from these existing prestigious hotels located closest to it. As new information becomes available this post will be updated so check back regularly for new details.
Fontainebleau Pros
Brand new venue
Pool deck entertainment (a pro for some poolgoers)
Resort passes are available for non-guests. (a positive if you are a non-guest wanting to check it out)
Poolside gaming is available
Fontainebleau Cons
May not be the most family-friendly pool for those with young children
Pool Day Pass access will increase the number of pool guests
Adult-only pool limited to LIV Beach
Reserved poolside seating rental-fee is fairly expensive
