The Bed Bugs Are Back On The Las Vegas Strip — And We Don’t Mean The Band

Goodnight, sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite. But eww - this might be hard to do in Las Vegas right now.

I guess even bed bugs need a vacation, because they have been found in Las Vegas again. Four hotels on the Las Vegas strip had reports of bedbugs. In all cases, the rooms were treated and none of the hotels were fined. per records from the Southern Nevada Health District.

On Sept. 3, according to News 3 Las Vegas, in a room at the Venetian/Palazzo there was a sighting. The Southern Nevada Health District was called after a guest complained about the bed bugs. The guests were moved to another room, and the hotel took care of their laundry bill. The room was treated by pest control.

In October, guests were bitten by bed bugs at the Mirage. The guests were refunded their money, and the room was treated by pest control, after finding bed bugs in the box springs. When pest control came back the next day, they found it to be free of bed bugs. The hotel disposed of the mattress and box spring.

Later in October, another complaint brought the pest busters to the Excalibur hotel. And in early December the Encore reported bed bugs. Rooms were inspected and treated.

Las Vegas entertains literally millions of visitors every year. Bed bugs are bound to tag along in some way. We don't like it living here in Vegas, and visitors do not need those pests! But rest assured, hotels do have protocols - and bug detection dogs - to avoid the problem. And if there is a problem, it is dealt with immediately. Hotels will always move you to another room. Even though you may be a bit leery once you DO encounter bed bugs.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has some hints for avoiding bed bugs when you travel:

Welcome to Las Vegas. Bring your friends, bring your family - but please leave the bed bugs behind!

Contrary to many people, and media reports - Lake Las Vegas businesses are open for business!

The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs teams stayed out at beautiful Lake Las Vegas, while in town for the Super Bowl. The 49ers were at The Hilton, Chiefs were at the Westin. Fans saw a lot of players out and about at the properties, and Lake Las Vegas businesses, and residents loved it.

But according to Fox 5 Las Vegas. things were a little quiet out at LLV. That was because wrong information was given out on social media as to what was open, and what was not.

Kendra Daniels, the entertainment director at Lake Las Vegas, says “... I feel it has been slow is because we have had rumors circulating all over social media, stating that the Lake Las Vegas village is closed to the public as well as the Hilton parking garage, which is not the case whatsoever. We are fully open for business and want everyone to come on down and enjoy the magic.”

I am a Las Vegas local, and Lake Las Vegas is one of my favorite places in southern Nevada. It truly is a hidden gem, and I do staycations there as often as possible. It reminds me of being in Italy. And if you haven't been to Italy, just go out to Lake Las Vegas!

I love kayaking on the lake in the summer, and taking the yacht for the party cruise in the evening. Renting bikes, and taking in the whole area is a lot of fun, because it is so beautiful. And the the restaurants in the Village, and at the Hilton, and the Westin, are fabulous.

There are also two incredible golf courses nearby: Reflection Bay Golf Club and South Shore County Club.

Honestly, if you're coming to Las Vegas, make the short drive to Lake Las Vegas, and take it in. You won't be sorry. Here are some of my favorite places at LLV.

(updated 2/21/24)

Luna Rossa is actually one of my favorite Italian restaurants in Las Vegas. The "feel" of Italy is felt throughout Lake Las Vegas Village, and at Luna Rosa. But it's that understated feel of Italy at the restaurant. There is also a really beautiful patio, to enjoy your lunch or dinner al fresco. Start with the Caesar salad, then go with the Penne Al Pollo E Broccoli. Penne pasta in a light cream sauce with chicken, broccoli, shallots and sun dried tomatoes. Finish it off with a canoli, or the chocolate truffle mousse. Oh - and they have a great wine selection, and a full bar.

The game is always on at The Pub! Nibble on some garlic parmesan chips, and try a fun flight of beer. Then get the 1/4lb Beer Bratwurst Sandwich: A quarter pound brat with sauerkraut, on a hoagie roll, with spicy brown mustard. Also has a fun corner patio, for people watching, and just hanging out.

Sonrisa Grill is not only a fantastic Mexican restaurant, but it is always so much fun! Honestly, ANYTHING on the menu is a sure bet, and you won't go wrong. But don't leave without trying a margarita or two. Or even a mojito. Then you can walk it off in, and around the village.

It's pretty warm in Las Vegas several months out of the year. So get out to Lake Las Vegas Water Sports, and rent a kayak or paddleboard, or an electric boat - or even a yacht. Yes I said yacht! You can also flyboard, and E-Foil. You'll get instructions, and a lesson get an E-Foil lesson. Then you are flying off, and on the water! There are all sorts of fun packages, so definitely take it in!

You won't go wrong at the Hilton. And MonteLago village is right out the door. The bar is a lot of fun - with a huge patio off of it, to enjoy the sunrise or sunset. A beautiful spa, and the restaurant downstairs is really good. And - Las Vegas locals a get a little discount at the restaurant!

Another beautiful hotel option at Lake Las Vegas is the Westin Resort. The Westin Lake Las Vegas Resort and Spa is all about recreation and relaxation. Take it easy, and take it all in, because the property is beautiful, and their spa is also world class! Just a few minute, and beautiful walk to the village.