Rooms are light and airy, with warm shades of the sunset and beachy, white plantation shutters. If you choose to stay at the Tropicana, you will find a mix of affordability and luxury. Today, this luxury hotel is based on south beach vibes, and is operated in partnership with DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Resort. One of the classic destinations still standing from this bygone era is Tropicana Las Vegas, originally opened in April 1957. Visions of neon lights, dazzling show girls, retro cars and more flash in your mind. When you think of Las Vegas, you probably think of glitz and glamour found nowhere else on earth.