"Inside the Delano Hotel tower, which itself is part of the massive Mandalay Bay resort, the Delano Beach Club is a quiet respite from the usual glitz of the Strip. It's reminiscent of its Miami predecessor in that white is the dominant furniture color and that there’s a large in-water chess-set sculpture. But otherwise, it’s a lovely and mellow place to dry out for the day. The pool deck also has a handful of hammocks, while cabanas come with fun amenities such as pool toys, non-alcoholic drinks and TVs. Delano Bites, the poolside café, caters to all appetites from gluten-free salads to loaded nacho plates. Booking a room at the Delano is kind of a win-win when it comes to the pool scene. You can choose to be mellow here, or you can decide to get a little more wild at Mandalay Bay Beach." - Juliana Shallcross