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Moody and mysterious, sexy yet sophisticated, Gigolo is the latest cocktail destination imagined by Lisa Vanderpump now open at The Vanderpump Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip. Named in honor of Vanderpump’s dog Gigolo, aka as Giggy, the lounge carries personal meaning in its design – and at the center of Gigolo stands a sculptural tribute to Giggy.

Standing 62 inches tall, the statue pays homage to her late Pomeranian companion who inspired the creation of The Vanderpump Dog Foundation. The foundation has been instrumental in writing and passing animal cruelty laws and has saved more than 3,000 dogs in California and aided thousands more worldwide.

Designed by Vanderpump Alain, Vanderpump and her business partner Nick Alain’s design company, Gigolo seats 50 guests and is sultry and refined. The space reflects Vanderpump Alain’s bespoke aesthetic with deep red oversized chandelier shades, crystal lighting, red roses and brass accents.

Black velvet banquettes and a custom Vanderpump Alain black-and-red carpet are a bold, rich and lush design choice. Black metal lattice wraps the lounge’s perimeter, while the central circular bar anchors the space with eight bar-top games. Along the back wall, a large liquor display cabinet adds a focal point.

“To commemorate my beloved Gigolo, our love dog who inspired The Vanderpump Dog Foundation, creating a bar in his honor has always been a dream of mine,” said Vanderpump. “He has meant so much to us and to so many others, and to see a giant statue of him in Las Vegas is a meaningful moment for me.

“The other meaning of Gigolo is also something we had a lot of fun with – creating a dark, sultry space with a wink and plenty of sexy undertones. It will be a respite to guests and visitors nestled into the bosom of The Vanderpump Hotel.”  

A Vanderpump lounge wouldn’t be complete without a polished cocktail list all with a hint of Gigolo’s sexy undertones that includes Talk Dirty to Me (as pictured in the main photo, a martini for two featuring an oversized skewer with olives) and the Slow Burn (a blackberry-flavored Old Fashioned smoked with hickory). The signature cocktail is the Hush Hush, where the customer spills a secret into a tiny envelope.

“Lisa has the extraordinary ability to develop lounges that not only attract guests but also build a genuine sense of connection,” said Caesars Entertainment Regional President and Chief Commercial Officer Sean McBurney.

“Every concept she creates becomes the place to be and be seen. Gigolo delivers exactly that: a fun, intimate bar that reflects Lisa’s authenticity, brings her personality to life and reinforces the hotel’s identity as a must-experience destination.”

Occupying the space formerly known as Bound Bar, Gigolo sits next to the hotel’s check-in area and across from the Caesars Sportsbook. The food menu includes caviar service and a tray of bar snacks. Gigolo is open 12 p.m.-2 a.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Fridays-Saturdays.

Guests can book stays at the Caesars Rewards app and online at Caesars.com/thevanderpumphotel.