Parasol Up / Parasol Down

Much like the rest of the Wynn, Parasol Up / Parasol Down is as gorgeous of a lounge as they come. It's a spot where there are cocktails aplenty, people to watch, and a great night time view of the Lake of Dreams. It is a relaxing place for a killer drink and is ironically one of the least pretentious venues in the entire property.

For the uninitiated, Parasol Up and Parasol Down are almost two different venues. P-Up is the upstairs portion of the lounge, with comfy couches, dimmed lighting and a view of the lake from above. Downstairs is P-Down, where there is less seating near the bar but a more intimate feel all while taking in a view of the lake shows and seeing folks whisk on by. I prefer P-Down out of the two, especially if I'm drinking.

The cocktails are undoubtedly pricey at $15 each, but are potent with high quality liquor and made quite well. There is some magic in the Pear-a-sol and the Venetian Spritz is a nice one to start with. Classic drinks like an Old Fashioned or a Cosmo are very tasty and strong enough to where a couple should be sufficient to get the night rolling.

If you're not sure what to get, be sure to score some recs from the bartender / cocktail waitress. At the Wynn, service is paramount and P-Up / P-Down exhibits plenty of good vibes from the staff. I typically like to zone out and watch whatever performance the Lake of Dreams is having. It's kind of like watching the Fountains of the Bellagio (<a href="http://www.yelp.com/biz/fountains-of-bellagio-las-vegas">http://www.yelp.com/biz/…</a>) except indoors, without the excessive crowds, and a killer drink in hand. If only they had a serious happy hour ...

This place is definitely a five star-er, but the service sometimes lags so it brings it down to a still awesome four.

This is the place where you want to go to show the classy side of Vegas to your friends. With big wicker looking furniture, comfy chairs and a view of more water than I think exists in all of Vegas, you can't beat PU/PD for a mellow, relaxing time.

I happen to come here because I'm addicted to the show that goes on usually at night and every thirty minutes, I believe, but more so for the amazing drinks! Banana daiquiri that will make you feel all jungl-y and a pina colada that will have you singing Manilow.

You may have to ask where it is, but once you find it you won't ever forget it.

You can also try some delish food, but I mainly go for the drinks and atmosphere. You'll love it!

Very comfy seating, wonderful free munchies.  Great service. This is an excellent spot to have a drink before the show.