Viva Las Vegas! Trivia Quiz

Answer: He bought the hotel

Howard Hughes moved in on Thanksgiving Day in 1966 and rented all the rooms on the top two floors for ten days. When the owner requested he move out because his reservation was up Hughes promptly went and bought the enormous hotel. The famous "Crystal Showroom" of the hotel has featured almost every major star of the 1970's and 1980's.

This hotel was the fifth resort to open its doors on the Las Vegas strip and in 2000 the 715-room hotel closed its doors for the final time.

Answer: Las Vegas Hilton

Elvis is just one of the many entertainers to be featured at this Las Vegas hotel. Erected in 1969, the hotel also has the largest freestanding sign in the world. The hotel was used in the 1971 James Bond film "Diamonds Are Forever", the 1987 movie "Over the Top" and the 1993 drama "Indecent Proposal".

Originally built in 1969, the hotel has undergone numerous renovations and is one of the few hotels in Las Vegas to have a 13th floor.

Answer: The Luxor

The Luxor hotel in Las Vegas first opened its doors in 1993 and is one of the most unique buildings in the city. One of the largest hotels in the city, this giant glass pyramid has over 4,000 rooms and is 30 stories tall. At the top of the pyramid is a fixed-position spotlight, which at 42 billion candela is the strongest beam of light on the planet. Pointing straight up, the Luxor Sky Beam, as it is known, is visible over 275 miles (443km) away at night.

Answer: The hotel burned down

Opened in 1941, the El Rancho Vegas hotel was the largest hotel is Las Vegas when it opened. During a stage performance by Harry James and Betty Grable the hotel caught on fire and burnt to the ground. There were no injuries or deaths. Billionaire Howard Hughes bought part of the property in 1970 and the Hilton Grand Vacation Club was built on the property in 2006.

The western motif of this hotel made it popular and its restaurants were known for serving some of the best steaks in the state

Answer: Bellagio

The luxurious Bellagio resort and casino first opened its door in 1998. The beautiful fountains in the front of the hotel are synchronized to music. The ceiling of the main lobby is covered in over 2,000 hand-blown glass flowers in a display that will make a visitor gasp when entering the main building.

The hotel is also home to an elaborate conservatory, a botanical garden and an art museum.

Answer: Caesars Palace

With a Roman Empire theme, Caesars Palace is one of the most famous hotels in Las Vegas. First opened in 1966, the hotel has almost 4,000 rooms and is known for hosting a World Series of Poker Circuit Event. The hotel was known as being a favorite of the legendary "Rat Pack", and many top international stars have performed at the hotels Circus Maximus Theater.

The hotel is also known for hosting many large professional wrestling and boxing events.

Answer: Excalibur Hotel and Casino

The picturesque Excalibur Hotel and Casino first opened its doors in 1990 and is named for the magical sword of King Arthur. A stay at this hotel can offer medieval jousting tournaments in an amphitheater called King Arthur's Arena, that includes a banquet style feast served by employees dressed as medieval peasants.

The hotel is also known for its large gaming area with almost 2,000 slot machines.

Answer: The Flamingo

The Flamingo Hotel and Casino is a Las Vegas landmark. First opened in 1946, the Flamingo helped bring the gambling and glamour to Las Vegas. It helped change a dusty little desert town into one of the largest vacation destinations in the world. Founded by Bugsy Siegel, the hotel is said to be haunted by its founder. Guests claim to have seen the mobster near the pool tables of the Presidential Suite as well as in the bathroom and the swimming pool.

There are many places to go and things to see in Las Vegas, but if you want to see a potty ghost, the Flamingo might be just the place for you!

Answer: MGM Grand

A kitchen fire in the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino caused the deaths of 85 people mostly through smoke inhalation. Over 1,000 people were evacuated from the top of the hotel by helicopters. This incident brought about the reformation of fire safety guidelines for hotels. The hotel was sold and underwent major renovations before being reopened as Bally's in 1985.

Answer: False

This is completely false. As unlikely as it may seem, the Spanish translation of "Las Vegas" is "The Meadows". This is in spite of the fact that the city is located in the middle of the desert.