Do Las Vegas hotels charge resort fees on top of the room rate?

Yes, virtually every Strip property charges a resort fee of approximately $30–$55 per night, which is added on top of the advertised room rate. These fees apply regardless of whether you use the amenities they cover, so factor them explicitly into your budget when comparing prices.

What is the best area to stay in Las Vegas?

The Strip (Las Vegas Boulevard) is the centre of the casino resort experience, with the Bellagio, Wynn, and Venetian clustered in the mid-Strip area. Downtown/Fremont Street offers older casinos and the Circa Resort at lower rates. Off-Strip hotels like the Palms offer lower prices but require a short rideshare to the main casino corridor.

Are Las Vegas hotels cheaper on weekdays?

Yes, significantly. Friday and Saturday nights can be two to five times the Sunday-through-Thursday rate at the same property. If your schedule is flexible, mid-week stays offer the best value — some major Strip properties drop below $50/night on slow Tuesdays.

Is there a Las Vegas hotel without a resort fee?

The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is one of the few Strip luxury properties without a resort fee, and it has no casino floor. It sits within the CityCenter complex adjacent to the Aria, and rooms start from approximately $300/night on weekdays as of 2026.

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Las Vegas hotel pricing operates on a logic found nowhere else in the US. Because the casino model subsidises rooms against gambling revenue, weekday rates can be extraordinarily low — sometimes below $50/night at major Strip properties on slow Tuesdays. Weekend rates at the same hotel can be three to five times higher. Resort fees (typically $35–$55/night on top of the room rate) apply at virtually every Strip property regardless of room price and are not always displayed clearly in the booking price. This guide covers the best hotels across all categories, with average weekday prices as of 2026.

Luxury Hotels (from approximately $200–$500+/night, weekday average)

Bellagio 3600 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $200/night weekday; $350–$600+/night weekend as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $50/night. The flagship property of the MGM Resorts portfolio and the most recognised hotel name in Las Vegas. The Italian-themed exterior, the 8.5-acre lake with nightly fountain shows, and the overall execution of the property set it above most Strip competitors at similar room prices. The Gallery of Fine Art hosts rotating exhibitions from major museums; the Conservatory changes seasonal botanical installations five times a year. The casino floor is 116,000 square feet; the pool complex has five outdoor pools and six whirlpool spas. Room sizes range from approximately 510 square feet (standard) to over 5,000 square feet in the penthouse suites.

Wynn Las Vegas 3131 North Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $250/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $45/night. Consistently ranked among the highest-quality rooms on the Strip. Steve Wynn’s design philosophy prioritised guest-room quality over square footage of gaming space; the standard rooms are more thoughtfully furnished than equivalent rooms at most Strip competitors. The pool area (four pools, a private pool for Encore Tower guests) is the best maintained on the Strip. The lakeside view rooms have views of the private lake and the water show. Encore, the adjoining hotel sharing the resort, operates as a separate check-in but shares all facilities.

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas 3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $180/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $45/night. All-suite hotel with a minimum room size of approximately 650 square feet — the largest standard rooms on the Strip. The Grand Canal Shoppes, with an indoor canal and gondola rides, are on property. Canyon Ranch Spa is the best full-service spa in Las Vegas by most assessments. The property includes The Palazzo (the connected tower, now rebranded as part of the Venetian). 36 restaurants and bars on the property including Bouchon Bistro (Thomas Keller), CUT by Wolfgang Puck, and Morimoto.

Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas 3752 South Las Vegas Boulevard (inside the CityCenter complex) From approximately $300/night weekday as of 2026. No resort fee (one of the few Strip luxury properties without one). A non-gaming hotel (no casino floor) positioned in the CityCenter complex adjacent to the Aria. The 47 floors hold 389 rooms; the spa is on the 24th floor with views of the Strip. The Twist by Pierre Gagnaire restaurant on the 23rd floor is one of the strongest restaurant offerings of any Las Vegas hotel. The no-resort-fee policy and no-casino environment make this genuinely different from all other Strip luxury options.

Resorts World Las Vegas 3000 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $180/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $45/night. The newest major casino hotel on the Strip, opened in 2021. Three hotel brands share the property (Hilton, Conrad, and Crockfords); the Conrad and Crockfords towers offer more premium experiences. The 40-acre resort has 3,500 rooms; the pool complex and the selection of food and beverage outlets are competitive with the established Strip properties. Advantest Las Vegas Sphere is a short walk from the property’s north end.

Mid-Range Hotels (approximately $80–$200/night weekday)

MGM Grand 3799 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $110/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $38/night. The largest single hotel building on the Strip at 5,044 rooms. The scale means everything is available on property — five pools, dozens of restaurants, a major events arena, and a full-service spa — but internal walking distances are significant. The West Wing rooms are the quietest. The signature pool complex (five outdoor pools) is one of the best available for the price point.

Caesars Palace 3570 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $140/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $50/night. The most iconic casino hotel name in the world by recognition. The Augustus and Octavius towers have the most recently renovated rooms; the older Forum Tower rooms are less updated but available at lower rates. The Garden of the Gods pool complex (seven pools, three whirlpools) is the most elaborate pool area on the Strip. The Forum Shops mall is accessible without crossing the casino floor.

The LINQ Hotel + Experience 3535 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $80/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $35/night. A mid-Strip property positioned directly next to the High Roller observation wheel and the LINQ Promenade outdoor shopping and dining area. Rooms were comprehensively renovated in recent years; they are smaller than Caesars or Venetian equivalents but well-maintained. The location — central Strip, with immediate access to the Promenade and the High Roller — makes this one of the best value propositions on the Strip.

New York-New York Hotel & Casino 3790 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $90/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $38/night. The Manhattan-themed property with a replica Coney Island roller coaster on the roof (The Big Apple Coaster, approximately $17/ride as of 2026). Room quality is average for the Strip at this price point; the location between the Bellagio and the southern Strip is practical for pedestrian access. The nine-story Brooklyn Bridge replica at the entrance is a photo opportunity.

The Strat Hotel, Casino & SkyPod 2000 South Las Vegas Boulevard From approximately $45/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $30/night. The most affordable major Strip hotel, located at the north end of Las Vegas Boulevard before the Strip proper. The SkyPod observation deck and thrill rides at 1,149 feet are the primary selling points. The casino and dining are not at the level of the mid-Strip properties, but for visitors who want a Strip-adjacent address at minimum cost, this is the clearest option. Rooms in the main tower were renovated in recent years and are clean.

Off-Strip and Downtown Options

Circa Resort & Casino 8 Fremont Street, Downtown From approximately $140/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $35/night. The only casino built from scratch in Downtown Las Vegas in decades (opened 2020). Adults-only (no guests under 21). The Stadium Swim pool amphitheatre — a 40,000-gallon pool with a stadium seating area facing a giant sports-betting screen — is genuinely distinctive. Rooms are larger than comparable Strip hotels at this price. Downtown location means immediate access to the Fremont Street Experience and vintage casinos.

The Golden Nugget 129 East Fremont Street, Downtown From approximately $80/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $30/night. The best hotel in Downtown Las Vegas by room quality and facilities. The indoor-outdoor pool has a water slide that goes through a tank containing live sharks (the tank is visible through a glass panel from the pool). The outdoor dining area and Rush Tower rooms are the better accommodation choices. Direct access to the Fremont Street Experience canopy.

Palms Casino Resort 4321 West Flamingo Road, off Strip From approximately $150/night weekday as of 2026. Resort fee approximately $35/night. The Palms reopened in 2022 after a major renovation that included an extensive contemporary art collection installed throughout the property (Damien Hirst, KAWS, Lichtenstein). The rooms are among the best-designed in Las Vegas at this price point; the pool area is well-scaled. Located approximately 1.5 miles west of the Strip, requiring a short rideshare or taxi to reach the main casino corridor.

Four Seasons Las Vegas (3960 Las Vegas Blvd S, inside Mandalay Bay) — The only luxury hotel on the Strip without a casino floor. Occupies floors 35–39 of the Mandalay Bay tower with access to both its own pool and the Mandalay Bay beach pool complex. From approximately $450/night weekday as of 2026.

Vdara Hotel & Spa (2600 W Harmon Ave, CityCenter) — A non-gaming, non-smoking boutique hotel within the CityCenter complex. Suite-style rooms, a pool, and a quieter character than the casino mega-resorts. From approximately $130/night weekday as of 2026.

Park MGM (3770 Las Vegas Blvd S, Centre Strip) — The former Monte Carlo, renovated and rebranded with a more design-forward approach. The NoMad hotel-within-a-hotel adds character. From approximately $120/night weekday as of 2026.

Excalibur Hotel & Casino (3850 Las Vegas Blvd S, South Strip) — A medieval-themed casino hotel at the south end of the Strip, with rates regularly among the lowest for a full-facility Strip property. From approximately $40/night weekday as of 2026.

El Cortez Hotel & Casino (600 E Fremont St, Downtown) — The oldest operating casino in Las Vegas, continuously open since 1941. A genuine Fremont Street classic with low rates and authentic retro character. From approximately $35/night weekday as of 2026.

Practical Booking Notes

Resort fees: Add $30–$55/night to every Strip hotel rate. These are non-negotiable and frequently not displayed clearly until checkout. Budget for them explicitly.
Weekday vs. weekend rates: Friday and Saturday nights can be two to five times the Sunday-through-Thursday rate at the same hotel. If your schedule is flexible, mid-week stays offer the best value.
Points and rewards: MGM Rewards (covering MGM Grand, Bellagio, Vdara, Aria, and others) and Caesars Rewards (covering Caesars Palace, Paris, Bally’s, Harrah’s, and others) both offer complimentary upgrades and dining credits to frequent visitors. Signing up before arrival costs nothing.
Booking direct vs. OTA: Hotel websites frequently price-match OTAs and sometimes offer additional benefits (early check-in, dining credits) for direct bookings.

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Luxury Hotels (from approximately $200–$500+/night, weekday average)

Mid-Range Hotels (approximately $80–$200/night weekday)

Off-Strip and Downtown Options

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