Hotels near Cotai Arena

Cotai Arena Hotels

Located within the glitzy and gargantuan The Venetian Macao, the Cotai Arena is a venue for many of Macau’s most happening events. Seating up to 15,000 people, the multipurpose facility hosts everything from major basketball and boxing games, to starry award shows and concerts from some of the biggest names in music. Situated in the Cotai area, known for its giant casino hotels, there’s plenty more entertainment to be had nearby once the show’s over.

Things to see

Much like its sister resort in Las Vegas, The Venetian Macao features architecture, canals, and plazas modelled after Venice. Situated on the ever-developing Cotai Strip, the glamorous resort offers luxury accommodation alongside numerous shopping, dining, and entertainment options - including one of the world’s biggest casinos. Known for its four shimmering towers, the City of Dreams is also a major hotspot for stylish gambling. As well as its 420,000 square foot mega-casino, the commercial complex is home to hotels, designer shops, restaurants, and the thrilling Dancing Water Theatre. Performed around a 3.7 million-gallon pool, the water-based extravaganza runs for 90-minutes, and features performances from gymnasts, dancers, circus artists, and actors. For some local history, head to nearby Taipa for the Taipa Houses-Museum. The outdoor museum consists of five prim green houses, originally built by affluent Portuguese families in 1921. Restored to their former glory, their interiors feature a blend of Chinese and Portuguese décor and furniture, typical of the time.

Hotels in Cotai Arena

Alongside the sprawling resort that it’s part of, there are plenty more hotels near Cotai Arena to choose from. Much like Venetian Macuo and Galaxy Hotel, many come as palatial casino hotels, and feature restaurants, bars, and nightclubs, providing plenty to keep you entertained. Many hotels near Cotai Arena also boast outdoor swimming pools and full-service spas too, with some even offering waterparks to boot. In your room or suite you can expect luxurious contemporary décor, as well as floor-to-ceiling windows, and mod cons such as WiFi and large flat-screen TVs.

Where to stay

Whilst it spans just over 5 square kilometres of reclaimed land, Cotai has no shortage of lures. Within the last ten years it’s had billions of dollars poured into its development, quickly transforming it from a relatively barren land into a haven for gambling, entertainment, and luxury accommodation – almost rivalling Macau as the ‘Las Vegas of Asia’. Taipa Island isn’t only about all things shiny and new however. Known for its fusion of Chinese and Portuguese cultures, Taipa Village preserves the island’s rich colonial past. Its cobbled streets are home to locally run restaurants, traditional Chinese shophouses, and old temples – offering plenty to see when you’re not dicing with Lady Luck.

How to get to Cotai Arena

Macau International Airport is the gateway of choice for anyone flying to the area. Because it primarily serves Asian destinations however, anyone coming from further away may need to land at another airport first, before making a connecting flight. Fortunately Macau International serves many well-linked hubs, such as Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi and Singapore’s Changi. Conveniently situated on Taipa Island’s east shore, getting to the Cotai area from Macau International should be quick and easy. The AP1 bus collects passengers from the airport and makes a stop near The Venetian Macao, whilst taxis provide a speedier door-to-door service. Some hotels near Cotai Arena also offer airport transfers, giving you another option.