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You’ve taken the first step to happiness… You’re starting to plan your Vegas vacation for 2020. The easy part is over, now it’s time to get to work finding the perfect place to stay for your trip. Vegas can be expensive and you want to use as much as your budget as you can to experience Vegas and attend shows, have fabulous dinners, and maybe even gamble a little.
So you need a cheap hotel? It can be hard finding the right cheap hotel in Las Vegas, but we have you covered. Here’s our ultimate guide to finding cheap hotels in Las Vegas in 2020.
Our Favorite Cheap Hotels at a Glance
We recommend you check out all the details in this ultimate guide, but we know you may just want our best cheap hotels in Las Vegas. Here’s the full list. Clicking any image will take you to the hotel booking page or scroll down for more details.
Our Methodology for Choosing Cheap Hotels in Las Vegas
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This is never more true when choosing the right place to stay in Vegas. We are in many Vegas groups in Facebook and read all the reviews from the big sites and the opinions vary the most on Vegas hotels as the price point lowers.
It may not be easy choosing between the Cosmo and Aria or the Bellagio and The Wynn, but not matter which hotel you choose in the luxury category, you’re probably going to be happy. But if you choose the wrong hotel for you in the lower price point, you can ruin your trip.
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We take the point-of-view that every hotel has something for someone, but won’t have something for everyone. That’s why we’ve ranked all the cheap hotels in Vegas on a number factors, to help you decide which are important for you.
In addition, ‘cheap’ is a relative term, so we’ve grouped our choices from the most liberal (i.e. the ones that cost the most) to the most budget friendly (i.e. the cheapest). We’ve tried to keep our choices under $200/night inclusive of room rate, taxes, and resort fees. This is likely closer to $140/night that you will see advertised on the sites. We wanted to give you the true dollar amount you will spend with taxes and the dreaded resort fees.
To give you an idea of the ranges depending on the time, we’ve found prices for four types of trips, an event (March Madness), a random Sunday to Thursday (4 nights) in June, a long Thursday to Sunday weekend in August, and a holiday (Labor Day). We hope this helps understand the price range for each hotel, but also be able to compare prices across the cheap hotels.
The other thing to mention is that many of these hotels are very similarly priced. We highly recommend searching around. In our research, we found that often some of the higher priced, luxury hotels were similarly priced as our budget options depending on the week.
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For example, in June, we found the Cromwell for $730 ($182/night) and Vdara for $760 ($190/night), which is similar to some of our high-priced budget options. In August, we found Aria for $709 ($177/night) and Mandalay Bay for $790 ($197/night), which check in under our $200/night threshold.
These may be out of the budget still, but if you want the luxury experience, it is worth while to check out all the prices to make sure you can’t find a great deal during your stay.
Booking.comSo without further ado, here’s our best cheap hotels in Las Vegas for 2020.
Our Favorite Cheap Hotels in Las Vegas
When we are going to Vegas on a limited budget, these are the hotels we consider first when considering cheap Las Vegas hotels. Because the room rates in Vegas are much more affordable than other destination cities around the country, we find that you can get much more for your money than you expect.
These won’t be the cheapest hotel room in Vegas, but the benefits (location, amenities, comfort, attractions, pools, etc.) more than make up for it in our book for the relatively modest price increase from the bargain basement options.
If you are going for a holiday, event, or busy weekend, the prices may get more expensive than you want to spend and you may move down the list. You should also consider Fremont street (many hotels have shuttles to the strip), as it often doesn’t have as much event-driven pricing at the strip can have with events, etc.
The Mirage (North-West Strip)
The Mirage (check rates & book) is one of our go-to hotels for guys trips, long weekends, and trips where we want to do things on the north side of the strip. It is directly next to the Forum Shops at Caesars which has good shopping, affordable food court, and all that Caesars has to offer. It is also right across the street from The Venetian and Palazzo and an easy walk to the Wynn and Encore.
It is not the cheapest hotel on the list, but with MLife Gold, we usually are able to get 3 nights comped and $50-100 in resort credit, which makes it an affordable option if you are loyal to MGM properties and go to Vegas 3-4 time per year.
The Mirage has one of the best pools on the strip, which makes it a great option during pool season. It has a solid, medium priced buffet, decent restaurants, and typically low minimums on table games. They have a few different theaters with good acts/shows (Aces of Comedy & The Beatles Love) and a free show with the Mirage Volcano multiple times each night.
During our four sample Vegas trips, the average nightly rate (inclusive of all taxes + resort fees) ran between $162 and $198 per night, with an outlier for the NCAA tournament ($336).
The Mirage Deals, Discounts, & Happy Hours
- Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden & Dolphin Habitat: $22 Tickets to the habitat at The Mirage (20% OFF)
The Mirage Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $1009 Total for 3 nights ($336/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $646 Total for 4 nights ($162/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $595 Total for 3 nights ($198/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $781 Total for 4 nights ($195/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
- Book The Mirage or check rates for your dates today
The Mirage Ratings
- Location: 5-Stars. The Mirage has a great location that gives you options for everything from high-end to budget dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Amenities: 4-Star. Great pool & nice Volcano attraction, but smaller than some resorts.
- Food & Beverage: 4-Stars. There are not a ton of options in the Mirage, but they are solid. That said, it is close to a number of great restaurants in every budget.
- Budget: 3-Stars. There are deals to be had at Mirage and is always a hotel that I would consider, but if budget is the top factor, there may be lower options.
- Recommendation: Highly Recommend
The LINQ Hotel & Casino (North-East Strip)
The LINQ Hotel & Experience (check rates & book) is one of our go-to hotels for guys trips, long weekends, and trips where we want to do things on the north side of the strip. It is directly next to the Forum Shops at Caesars which has good shopping, affordable food court, and all that Caesars has to offer. It is also right across the street from The Venetian and Palazzo and an easy walk to the Wynn and Encore.
It is not the cheapest hotel on the list, but with Caesars Diamond, we usually are able to get 1-2 nights comped, highly reduced rates, and $50-100 in resort credit, which makes it an affordable option if you are loyal to Caesars properties and go to Vegas 3-4 time per year.
The LINQ has one of the most interesting areas on the strip, with the LINQ promenade, zip line, and High Roller. There are great restaurants, live entertainment, affordable shops, and plenty to do. It has solid restaurants, easy access to other Caesars properties , and typically low minimums on table games.
During our four sample Vegas trips, the average nightly rate (inclusive of all taxes + resort fees) ran between $136 and $174 per night, with an outlier for the NCAA tournament ($266). It is a good hotel with lots to do without breaking the budget and is one of our top picks.
The LINQ Deals, Coupons, & Happy Hours for 2020
- High Roller Open Bar: $35 to ride the High Roller with 30-min Open Bar
- Fly LINQ Zipline: $50 Fly LINQ experience for 2 adults (16% OFF)
- LINQ Zipline & Madame Tussauds: $40 Afternoon Admission to Madame Tussauds with LINQ Zipline (27% OFF)
- High Roller Open Bar & Madame Tussauds: $69 for Admission & Open Bar for 1 at Madame Tussauds & High Roller Happy Half Hour Anytime
The LINQ Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $798 Total for 3 nights ($266/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $544 Total for 4 nights ($136/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $499 Total for 3 nights ($166/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $696 Total for 4 nights ($174/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
- Book Your Room at the LINQ today
The LINQ Hotel & Casino Ratings
- Location: 5-Stars. The LINQ has a great location that gives you options for everything from high-end to budget dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Amenities: 5-Star. The LINQ promenade is one of our favorite areas on the strip, with live music & lots to do.
- Food & Beverage: 4-Stars. It has good options and is close to a number of great restaurants in every budget.
- Budget: 4-Stars. There are deals to be had at LINQ and is always a hotel that I would consider for most trips. It may not have the frills of other hotels, but is a great choice for budget friendly travelers.
- Recommendation: Highly Recommend
Park MGM (Center/South-West Strip)
Park MGM was our most booked hotel in 2019 due to its affordable rates and prime location. It has access to the MGM tram (Crystals, Aria, & Bellagio), is attached to the T-Mobile arena, and offers a central location that is just south of City Center (Aria/Cosmo).
In my opinion, Park MGM is still being priced like it’s the Monte Carlo even though there have been massive renovations and an overhaul of the food, beverage, nightlife, & casino. If it had a slightly different footprint and room floor plan, it would be a more luxury price tag.
The rooms are a bit small and basic, which is one of the main reasons Park MGM stays at the lower price point. If you don’t need tons of space to spread out and are okay with a small-ish, well appointed room, Park MGM is a great option.
The real star of the property is the re-imagined restaurant lineup. Bavettes is one of our top steakhouses on the strip, Best Friend is interesting & tasty, & Eataly is an experience in an of itself. We love On the Record, the hip nightclub with intimate spaces, outdoor DJ, and amazing craft cocktails.
It is sandwiched between New York-New York which has lots of affordable food options and Aria, which has tons of amazing options. If you are hitting up a concert or VGK game at T-Mobile, its a perfect location!
The casino is a bit small, but it is improved and there are usually good minimums on most nights. The one knock is it can get crowded or overwhelming when a concert or event lets out, but if you love people watching, it could be a plus!
During our four sample Vegas trips, the average nightly rate (inclusive of all taxes + resort fees) ran between $147 and $192 per night, with an outlier for the NCAA tournament ($278). It is a good hotel with a nice location with lots to do without breaking the budget and is our most booked hotel of 2019.
Park MGM Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $836 Total for 3 nights ($278/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $588 Total for 4 nights ($147/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $576 Total for 3 nights ($192/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $743 Total for 4 nights ($186/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
- Book Park MGM for your 2020 Vegas trip
Park MGM Ratings
- Location: 5-Stars. Park MGM has a great location that gives you options for everything from high-end to budget dining, shopping, and entertainment. It’s connected to T-Mobile Arena & the MGM tram.
- Amenities: 3-Star. The pool complex is average, but doesn’t always get great sun. The rooms are no frills. Nothing missing, but not outstanding.
- Food & Beverage: 4-Stars. They have some really nice restaurants (Bavettes, Best Friend, Eataly)and places to grab a cocktail (Juniper, Mama Rabbit Mezcal + Tequila) On The Record), but you may have to leave to get more options.
- Budget: 4-Stars. I always seem to find good deals and this is always one of the less expensive MGM properties.
- Recommendation: Highly Recommend
Flamingo
The Flamingo has one of the best locations on the strip. It is the oldest hotel on the strip and houses a wildlife sanctuary for flamingos on the property. It has one of the best pool complexes on the strip and was one of the hotels featured in the original Oceans 11, so it has history on its side.
The Flamingo is the ultimate no-frills strip destination hotel with beautiful ground and classic charm. This is the hotel I recommend when people say things like “we want the best value for our money” and “we hardly spend any time in the room anyway”.
The Flamingo has a Margaritaville Casino, Paradise Buffet, Johnny Rockets, and more. If you want comfortable food options at affordable prices, the food scene at Flamingo could be for you. The Flamingo has a devoted following and is one of the most visited casinos on the strip because of the history and classic charm. If that’s what you’re looking for, it’s a top choice.
During our four sample Vegas trips, the average nightly rate (inclusive of all taxes + resort fees) ran between $118 and $182 per night, with an outlier for the NCAA tournament ($276). It is a good, classic hotel with a great location and amazing grounds and pool area.
The Flamingo Deals, Coupons, & Happy Hours for 2020
- Carlos ‘n’ Charlie’s:Four-hour all you can drink package (margs&beer) + Entree for $46
- Bird Bar Happy Hour: Get $.50 beers, $1 specialty shots, & other specials daily.
- Spa Day Package: 75 minute spa package for one or two from $112
The Flamingo Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $828 Total for 3 nights ($276/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $472 Total for 4 nights ($118/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $508 Total for 3 nights ($169/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $728 Total for 4 nights ($182/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
- Book The Flamingo for your 2020 Vegas vacation
The Flamingo Vegas Ratings
- Location: 5-Stars. Location is where The Flamingo shines and is one of the best on the strip.
- Amenities: 3-Star. The pool complex and grounds are amazing. Everything else is slightly lacking Vegas amenities.
- Food & Beverage: 3-Stars. The food and beverage scene at The Flamingo is not inspired, but if you don’t want to go out of your comfort zone, there’s plenty of known options here.
- Budget: 4-Stars. I always seem to find good deals and this is always one of the less expensive Caesars properties. Good value for the location.
- Recommendation: Recommend
New York-New York
I’ll admit it up front, I have a soft sport for New York-New York. This was the hotel I stayed in when I truly fell in love with Vegas and when I needed budget options to afford my Vegas vacation. If you’re looking for a budget hotel with energy and a lively atmosphere, NYNY has tons to offer.
The first thing I always notice when I walk into NYNY is the vibe. It seems like everyone is always having fun. When the casino is buzzing, there’s live music coming from Time Square Bar and the drone of chatter coming from the center bar.
This is one of my favorite places to gamble, with $5 Blackjack all the time. I always seem to get ahead at the tables at NYNY & find that people sit and play for longer than some of the more touristy casinos. It is a perfect location for concerts and VGK games and should be a hopping sport for Raider games in 2020.
The location is not as premier as some of the others higher on the list, but it’s still close to Park MGM (and the MGM tram) and in the middle of the southern-most MGM properties. It has plenty of affordable food from NY slices of pizza to crapes and mid-priced Italian. It also has the Vegas Coyote Ugly.
During our four sample Vegas trips, the average nightly rate (inclusive of all taxes + resort fees) ran between $08 and $176 per night, with an outlier for the NCAA tournament ($304). It is fun, lively hotel with a small sports book and cheap minimums on tables with a decent location good deals. It will likely be the lowest cost (with Flamingo) of any of our top recommendations.
New York-New York Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $913 Total for 3 nights ($304/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $434 Total for 4 nights ($108/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $480 Total for 3 nights ($160/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $704 Total for 4 nights ($176/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
- Book NYNY or check the rates for your next trip today
New York-New York Hotel & Casino Ratings
- Location: 3-Stars. Not the best location on the strip, but no so far you can’t get around. If you are watching a game or concert at T-Mobile or MGM Grand or heading to a Raiders game in 2020, it is a great location. Otherwise, it is just average.
- Amenities: 3-Star. The pool is lacking and the rooms and suites are a bit dated. The rooms are large though, even without an upgrade. There’s a roller coaster that goes outside and through the casino floor.
- Food & Beverage: 4-Stars. I believe NYNY has the best budget dining options of any MGM property. If you want fine dining, you’ll probably be looking elsewhere (although Gallagher’s steakhouse is nice). Bar scene is very lively.
- Budget: 4-Stars. I always seem to find good deals and this is always one of the less expensive MGM properties. Good value.
- Recommendation: Highly Recommend
Best Downtown, Fremont Street, & Off Strip Cheap Hotels
The strip isn’t for everyone, so if you miss the old days of Vegas or like a more low-key trip, the downtown, Fremont Street, and off strip locations could be a great choice. The glitz and glamour of the strip may not be for everyone, so these hotels are often less expensive with plenty to do off-strip.
The Plaza Hotel & Casino (Fremont Street)
The Plaza is in downtown Vegas and opened in 1971, undergoing a massive renovation in 2011. It bills itself as “the traditional Vegas Experience” and Oscar’s Steakhouse lives up to that billing, as one of the best traditional Vegas steakhouses. In addition, Oscar’s has one of the best best happy hours in Vegas.
The dealers are friendly, the games have the right odds, and the minimums are affordable. The downtown locations feel more like a neighborhood casino and lack the glitz and glam of the strip, but for most that stay downtown, that’s a benefit.
Being one street over from the Fremont Experience means all that downtown has to offer is just a few steps away. The casino can get smoky and the upgrades are not throughout all the rooms, but The Plaza is a solid, inexpensive choice for your next Vegas trip.
The Plaza Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $664 Total for 3 nights ($221/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $298 Total for 4 nights ($75/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $365 Total for 3 nights ($122/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $494 Total for 4 nights ($124/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
The D Hotel & Casino
The D is right on Fremont and in the middle of the action in downtown Vegas. It offers a number of good, economical shows (Defending the Caveman, Marriage Can Be Murder, Friends! The Musical Parody) in the Showroom at the D and soon to be amazing sports book at Circa, opening at the end of 2020.
If you’re looking for a classic steakhouse experience, Andiamo Steakhouse has you covered, but The D also has plenty of lower price alternatives. Overall, the D will put you in the middle of the action at a price you won’t find on the strip.
The D Las Vegas Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $714 Total for 3 nights ($238/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $321 Total for 4 nights ($80/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $420 Total for 3 nights ($140/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $604 Total for 4 nights ($151/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Four Queens
The Four Queens sign features prominently in many of the pictures of The Fremont Experience. It’s in the heart of the action, overlooking the new $32 million renovation of the Viva Vision screen in the Fremont Experience. Free, live music and a cast of characters flow outside the casino and ensure there’s never a dull moment.
Inside, Four Queens you will find great odds on gambling, plenty of affordable dining options, and solid entertainment options. They also are one of the few casinos that offer no resort fees, making it an even better budget option. Hugo’s Cellar is one of the classic Vegas restaurants and if you’re downtown should be at the top of your list for a special night.
Four Queens Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $528 Total for 3 nights ($154/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $222 Total for 4 nights ($56/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $301 Total for 4 nights ($100/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $436 Total for 4 nights ($109/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Rio All Suites Hotel & Casino
The Rio offers a great value off the strip, including an all-suites room experience at affordable prices. The Voodoo Rooftop Nightclub offers some of the best views in Vegas and a unique perspective off the strip, as well as offering a tasty steak dinner.
Rio offers a wide variety of entertainment options, from the icon Penn & Teller to WOW – The Vegas Spectacular to Chippendale’s 18+ show. Carnival buffet is one of the most affordable buffets in Vegas, with affordable options like Hash a Go Go, Guy Fieri’s El Burro Borracho Restaurant, and many other affordable options.
Beyond the nightlife, Rio offers golf, mini golf, zip lines, and more. This is also the location where the World Series of Poker is held.
Rio Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $626 Total for 3 nights ($208/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $483 Total for 4 nights ($120/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $456 Total for 4 nights ($152/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $574 Total for 4 nights ($144/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Ellis Island Hotel Casino & Brewery
Ellis Island also sits just off the strip and offers amazing deals on rooms and the best craft beer near the strip. It offers 3-2 odds, $5 blackjack 24/7, steak specials for $7.99, and $2.50 microbrews all the time.
Sitting just one block east of the Vegas strip, this is one of our top choices if price is you #1 concern, with cheap meals, $2.50 beer, and access to the strip by foot. It’s a local favorite and part of the William Hill sports book family.
Ellis Island Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $459 Total for 3 nights ($153/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $431 for 4 nights ($108/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $482 Total for 3 nights ($161/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $635 Total for 4 nights ($158/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Best of the Rest Cheap Hotels in Las Vegas
Luxor Hotel & Casino (South-East Strip)
If you’re up in space, looking down on the earth, you can spot Las Vegas by finding the beam of light shooting out from The Luxor Hotel. The unique, pyramid shape makes the Luxor unforgettable and memorable, even if it makes the rooms a bit odd with the design.
Luxor has been described as a millennial casino, catering to a different type of patron that much of the strip. Entertainment options include Carrot Top (our favorite comedian in Vegas), Thunder from Down Under, The Australian Bee Gees, and Cirque du Soliel.
Luxor has a wide variety of affordable food options, from Diablo’s Cantina and Public House to TENDER Steakhouse. The former nightlife hot spot LAX is no more, but there are a number of bars and clubs to keep the party going all night.
Luxor Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $720 Total for 3 nights ($240/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $421 Total for 4 nights ($105/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $434 Total for 3 nights ($145/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $633 Total for 4 nights ($158/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Sahara
The former Sahara location turned SLS is now, again the Sahara, getting back to its historical roots with a sparkling new building. The Sahara is interesting for this list because it is a bit more luxury than many of the other options, but not in the prime location.
Its home to one of the most interesting restaurants in Vegas from our favorite chef, Jose Andres, Bazaar Meat, which is one of our top restaurants to try in 2020. It was named “Las Vegas’ hottest hotel for foodies” by Forbes Travel Guide and features Chinese to Mexican to American contemporary and of course some very bazaar meats.
If you want to stay off the strip & avoid Fremont Street, the Sahara is an affordable and luxury alternative at cheap hotel prices.
Sahara Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $829 Total for 3 nights ($276/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $593 Total for 4 nights ($148/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $523 Total for 3 nights ($174/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $729 Total for 4 nights ($182/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Tropicana Las Vegas
Tropicana has the market cornered on tribute bands, with their Legends in Concert series with tributes to Reba McEntire, Elvis Prelsey, Mariah Carey and Bono. They also have the Prince Purple Reign nightly at 9:30pm. In addition, the famous Laugh Factory also calls The Trop home.
The Trop also has a wide variety of food options including celebrity chef Robert Irvine’s Public House, Savor Brunch Buffet, and a number of other low cost options at the food court.
The Trop has a nice pool area that features swim-up blackjack, allowing you to get some sun while making some spending money! The pool also offers a reverse happy hour, ensuring you can enjoy specialty drinks at a discount throughout the day.
The Tropicana Hotel Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $552 Total for 3 nights ($184/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $612 Total for 4 nights ($153/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $498 Total for 3 nights ($166/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $648 Total for 4 nights ($162/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Treasure Island (Northwest Strip)
Treasure Island . It is close to the Fashion Show mall and just across the street from the Venetian and close to the Wynn. Real gamblers like the casino, which offers low minimums and loose slots. There are a number of affordable restaurants and caters to a bit younger crowd, meaning good deals are to be had.
Here you will find Señor Frogs (Save 50%), Gilley’s BBQ, Seafood Shack, & Phil’s Italian Steak House. You can also find Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. exhibit and Mystère by Cirque du Soleil.
Treasure Island Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $887 Total for 3 nights ($295/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $645 Total for 4 nights ($161/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $509 Total for 3 nights ($180/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $756 Total for 4 nights ($189/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Excalibur
Excalibur was the first hotel we visited in Vegas in 2002, but doesn’t have the same fond memories as New York-New York. But for a budget option, there are worse choices than Excalibur. Their are plenty of budget dining options in the food court, it attaches to Luxor and New York-New York, and it’s easy to get to Mandalay Bay through the tram.
Excalibur is home of Thunder Down Under for the ladies and Tournament of Kings for the fellas. The location is pretty far south, so it’s not ideal, but if you’re hitting up a Raiders game or a concert in the new Allegiant Stadium, Excalibur could be a perfect location.
Excalibur Hotel Prices & Nightly Rates
- ? March Madness in March: $723 Total for 3 nights ($241/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $359 Total for 4 nights ($120/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $396 Total for 3 nights ($132/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $642 Total for 4 nights ($160/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Budget Driven Cheap Hotels in Las Vegas
OYO Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
The old Hooters hotel bring budget offerings to a new generation, taking over in 2019. They still kept the $1 table games and now offer the O-WOW pass that gives you access to the hilarious 7-7 comics in 70 minutes, tickets to Motown Extreme, Cherry Boom Boom, Amazing Magic, and access to two exclusive happy hours and more for just $20. If you want entertainment on a budget, it’s a great deal.
OYO also has a on-site pool, shopping, and is across the street from Excalibur. It’s a far south strip location, but if you are going to a Raiders game or concert at the new Allegiant Stadium, it could be a great budget option.
The OYO Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $566 Total for 3 nights ($188/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $347 Total for 4 nights ($87/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $376 Total for 3 nights ($125/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $523 Total for 4 nights ($131/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
The STRAT
The STRAT has received a facelift and branding update over the past few years and remains the tallest structure in Vegas. There’s plenty of interesting things to do at the STRAT, which sits north of the strip and in a less than ideal location. That said, the Top of the World offers dinner with an amazing view and the rides bring adventure high above the Vegas strip.
Visiting The STRAT is a good idea. Staying there for any amount of time is less so. It is far enough off the strip and from downtown that you will need to uber or get a bus to go either way. Unless you are actively avoiding the hustle and bustle, the location will make for less fun and more travel.
The STRAT Room Rates
- ? March Madness in March: $677 Total for 3 nights ($225/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $311 Total for 4 nights ($78/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $406 Total for 3 nights ($135/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $526 Total for 4 nights ($132/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Best Western + Casino Royale (Northeast Strip)
The Best Western Casino Royale is the last trace of old Vegas on the strip. They have free slot play offers and offers $1 Michelob & $3 bottle of beer all day everyday. The location is one of the best for a budget hotel, sitting directly south of Venetian/Palazzo, across from Mirage/Caesars, and just north of the Harrah’s.
If you want to be in the action and truly believe that the room doesn’t matter, this could be your choice. That said, there is a trade off for the lower nightly room rate and no resort fee. You don’t get the amenities that Vegas is known for and the rooms are small and a bit dingy, but for some it could be charming.
Best Western Casino Royale Room Rates
- ? March Madness in March: $654 Total for 3 nights ($218/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $544 Total for 4 nights ($136/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $399 Total for 3 nights ($133/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $552 Total for 4 nights ($138/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
Circus Circus
When you sort your trip by lowest price, Circus Circus will often show up. It’s a casino that you’ve heard of with an interesting history and a theme that seems great for kids. And there are interesting aspects, to be sure. The circus theme, performances, and rides are fun and the change in ownership could signal improvements throughout.
That said, it is still not a recommended location or property to stay, no matter what the price. Circus Circus is far enough away from the strip that you will have to travel to get anywhere. The neighboring area is not the best. And overall, the reviews are dismal.
Every hotel has an audience and there are a loyal following that love Circus Circus. I won’t say that no one should ever visit. But if you’ve never been to Vegas or if you’ve only stayed on the strip or downtown and haven’t been to Circus Circus, it’s not recommended to try, even at a bargain price.
The Circus Circus Room Prices
- ? March Madness in March: $520 Total for 3 nights ($173/night) – Thursday through Sunday (3/19 – 3/22) during the March Madness Tournament
- Random Week in June: $268 Total for 4 nights ($67/night) – Sunday through Thursday (6/14 – 6/18): Spend a summer week in June without big events or holidays
- Random Long Weekend in August: $355 Total for 3 nights ($118/night) – Thursday through Sunday (8/13 -8/16): Spend an end of summer long weekend in August without big events or holidays
- Long Labor Day Weekend in September: $552 Total for 4 nights ($138/night) – Thursday through Monday (9/3 -9/7): Spend the end of the summer in Vegas in one of the most busy holiday weekends of the year
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