Expert: Debbie Casto - 9/10/2001

Question
We would  like to vacation in las vegas but have a 11 month old son. I understand he cannot go into the casinos.  Do any hotels offer services to babysit and how would we know how safe it is . Are there any other options as we would love to bring him.  Thanks

Answer
Joan,

If you would have brought your son a few years ago, I would have said you were out of luck but Casinos have gotten "family friendly."  In Las Vegas, several casinos have childcare centers now...the one I have used when my niece (she was 8 and LOVED it) visited was Kids Quest at Station Casinos. There are 5 Station properties in Las Vegas... Palace, Texas, Santa Fe, Sunset and Boulder.  They have a website for reservations at:  http://www.stationcasinos.com/

I called and check on what is required for infant care.  An infant is 6 weeks to 2 1/2 years old...if you are visiting you do not have to have shot records but you MUST have out of state identification...reservations are required..price - Mon-Thur - $5.75 Fri-Sat and holidays $6.75.

Enjoy!