Perched where the two branches of Lake Como gently touch, Bellagio has a quaint and fascinating taste, which has been charming travelers for centuries and has earned the town the prestigious nickname of ?Pearl of the Lake?.

While "Bellagio" is its official name (inspired by the town on Lake Como), Las Vegas locals and frequent travelers often refer to it as the "Grand Dame of the Strip" or simply "The B." In 2026, it is also playfully nicknamed "Epcot for Adults" because of its sophisticated atmosphere and the massive Conservatory & Botanical Gardens that change with the seasons. Some older Vegas veterans still occasionally call it the "Mirage 2.0," as it was built by Steve Wynn to be the ultimate evolution of his earlier Mirage resort. Regardless of the nickname, the hotel is most famous for its "Fountains," which are a primary landmark on the Strip. For 2026 travelers, referring to it as "The Bellagio" is the most common and universally understood way to identify this high-luxury hub of poker, fine dining, and world-class art, which continues to be the "gold standard" for Italian-inspired elegance in the Nevada desert.