Deciding where to stay in Las Vegas is one of the most overwhelming parts of planning a trip — the city has more hotel rooms than almost any city on earth. We’ve grouped the main Strip hotels by budget tier, given you our honest take on each, and picked a winner and an honourable mention in every category.
A quick note before we dive in: this list focuses on the main Las Vegas Strip and a selection of notable off-Strip properties. It isn’t exhaustive – there are dozens of additional options, particularly away from the Strip, that don’t feature here. Prices vary enormously depending on the day of the week, the season, and whether there’s a major event in town. A hotel that costs £120 on a Tuesday can easily hit £400 on a Friday night. Always check the total including the resort fee, which is a mandatory nightly charge added on top of the room rate at virtually every Strip property – and factor that into your budget from the start.
Budget Hotels (roughly £50-£120 per night)
Wondering where to stay in Las Vegas on a budget? These are the most affordable options on or adjacent to the Strip. Don’t expect five-star finishes, but all offer a solid base for a Vegas trip — and frankly, if you’re spending most of your time on the Strip itself, how much does your room really matter?
Circus Circus sits at the far north end of the Strip and is consistently the cheapest hotel on the Boulevard. It’s family-friendly, with an indoor theme park and circus acts, but it shows its age and the location means you’re a long way from the action. Our recommendation is to fine somewhere else – even if you have to share a room with a friend!
Excalibur leans hard into its medieval castle theme — which you’ll either find charming or deeply questionable. It’s at the south end of the Strip, close to the airport, and offers one of the better food courts in the budget tier. A solid, no-frills option if price is the priority – adjust your expectations and enjoy what Vegas has to offer.
The LINQ is one of the better-value options in this tier, sitting right in the heart of the Strip with direct access to the LINQ Promenade outdoor entertainment district and the High Roller observation wheel. Rooms are decent and the location is genuinely central.
Casino Royale is tiny (just 152 rooms) and very no-frills, but sits in an unbeatable mid-Strip location just before the Venetian. Worth considering if you just need somewhere clean and cheap and plan to spend your time elsewhere.
Budget Winner: Luxor
The Luxor is the iconic black glass pyramid at the south end of the Strip — and it’s a far better hotel than its budget price tag suggests. The ancient Egypt theme runs throughout, from the sphinx at the entrance to the atrium lobby that looks straight up through the pyramid’s interior. The casino is vast and atmospheric, there’s a solid lineup of shows and attractions including Blue Man Group, a well-equipped spa, and multiple pools. The food options are decent too, with a mix of casual and sit-down dining.
Our top tip: make sure you book a room in the Tower rather than the Pyramid. The Tower rooms are significantly more modern, have conventional layouts, and are altogether nicer to stay in. Pyramid rooms can feel dated and the slanted exterior walls are a quirk that quickly loses its novelty. The one downside of the Luxor is its location at the very south end of the Strip, which puts you a long walk from the central action — but the monorail station right at the hotel helps considerably. For the price, it’s hard to beat.
Budget Honourable Mention: Flamingo
The Flamingo has been on the Strip since 1946 and it’s earned its place as one of Vegas’s most recognisable properties. The mid-Strip location is genuinely excellent — you’re within easy walking distance of Caesars, the Bellagio fountains, and virtually everything in between. Room options are wide-ranging and generally in good condition. The pools are lively and the atmosphere is fun without being overwhelming.
What sets the Flamingo apart, though, is the genuine flamingo habitat tucked into the garden area — a surprisingly delightful little oasis of actual wildlife in the middle of Las Vegas. And if you’re a fan of Vanderpump Rules, the connected Pinky’s by Vanderpump makes for a fantastic brunch spot — a great reason to linger in the morning before hitting the Strip.
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Mid-Range Hotels (roughly £120-£250 per night)
Got a bit more to spend and want to know where to stay in Las Vegas? This is where the Strip really delivers. You’ll find iconic properties with excellent facilities, multiple pools, and a huge range of dining options — all without the eye-watering price tags of the luxury tier.
Harrah’s is a reliable, centrally-located option with a broad range of room types and solid entertainment. Nothing flashy, but dependable.
Horseshoe (formerly Bally’s) has undergone significant renovation in recent years and now offers a much fresher experience than its predecessor. Centrally located with good access to the LINQ area.
Treasure Island (TI) is a solid mid-range choice on the north-centre Strip. Free valet parking is a notable perk, and the property has a good selection of dining and entertainment.
New York-New York delivers exactly what it promises — a fun, themed hotel modelled on the Manhattan skyline, complete with a roller coaster running around the exterior. The location next to Park MGM is excellent and it’s one of the better-value mid-range options.
MGM Grand is one of the largest hotels on earth, with over 4,700 rooms, a massive casino floor, multiple pools including a lazy river, and a celebrity chef restaurant lineup. The sheer scale can be overwhelming, but the facilities are impressive and the price-to-quality ratio is good.
Planet Hollywood has a central Strip location, a decent-sized casino, and the Miracle Mile Shops attached — 170+ shops and restaurants accessible directly from the hotel. It shares pool facilities with the connected Elara tower.
Mandalay Bay sits at the south end of the Strip but compensates with one of the best pool complexes in Vegas — a 11-acre complex with a sandy beach, wave pool, and lazy river. The House of Blues venue adds strong entertainment options.
Vdara is a non-gaming, smoke-free hotel tucked within the CityCenter complex between Aria and the Bellagio. No casino means a quieter, calmer atmosphere, and the suites are spacious and well-appointed. It shares access to Aria’s restaurants and facilities. A great option if you want a premium location without the casino environment.
Elara (Hilton Grand Vacations Club) is worth a mention as an alternative mid-range option. It’s a timeshare-style property adjacent to Planet Hollywood with spacious suites featuring full kitchens — useful for longer stays or families. The central Strip location is excellent and the lower resort fee (compared to most Strip hotels) is a genuine bonus.
Mid-Range Winner: Park MGM
Park MGM is one of the most pleasant surprises on the Strip. Formerly the Monte Carlo, it was comprehensively reimagined and relaunched, and the result is one of the most stylish mid-range hotels in Las Vegas. What immediately sets it apart is that it’s entirely smoke-free — a genuine rarity on the Strip and something you won’t fully appreciate until you’ve spent time in the smoky casino floors of its neighbours.
The location is excellent — right in the heart of the south-centre Strip, connected directly to New York-New York and within easy walking distance of the Bellagio and Cosmopolitan. The bars and restaurants are well above average for this tier, and the overall vibe is noticeably more boutique and design-led than the traditional Vegas mega-resort. If you want a comfortable, stylish base without spending high-end prices, Park MGM is our pick.
Mid-Range Honourable Mention: Paris Las Vegas
Paris Las Vegas is one of the most atmospheric hotels on the Strip, with its half-scale Eiffel Tower, Parisian-themed casino floor, and a wide variety of room options at genuinely competitive prices. The casino in particular is a personal favourite of ours — we’ve lost more hours in there than we’d care to admit, and it’s one of the most enjoyable gaming floors on the Strip.
The real hidden gem here though is the balcony rooms that directly overlook the Bellagio fountains. These give you a front-row seat to one of Vegas’s most spectacular free attractions from the privacy of your own room — at a fraction of what you’d pay at the Cosmopolitan across the street for the same view. If you’re visiting Vegas for the first time and want genuine atmosphere and iconic views without a luxury price tag, Paris delivers.
High-End Hotels (£250-£500+ per night)
Money no object? This is where to stay in Las Vegas if you want the best possible experience. The high-end properties here aren’t just good hotels — they’re destinations in their own right.
Caesars Palace is one of the most iconic hotels in the world, with its Roman Empire grandeur, a vast casino, the Garden of the Gods pool complex, and a legendary roster of restaurants. The entertainment history alone — from Frank Sinatra to Celine Dion to resident UFC events — is unmatched.
Bellagio remains the gold standard of classic Vegas luxury. The famous dancing fountains out front set the tone for everything inside — refined, romantic, and impeccably maintained. The conservatory and botanical garden is a free highlight worth visiting even if you’re not staying here.
Cosmopolitan is the coolest hotel on the Strip — edgy, art-forward, and the only major resort where private balconies come as standard. The restaurant lineup is exceptional and the Marquee nightclub is legendary. It’s positioned perfectly in the centre of the Strip.
Aria brings a sleek, tech-forward approach to Strip luxury. The rooms are among the most modern on the Boulevard, the spa is world-class, and the dining options are extensive. It sits within the CityCenter complex with easy access to the Bellagio and Cosmopolitan.
Waldorf Astoria is one of Vegas’s best-kept secrets — a genuinely luxurious non-gaming hotel within CityCenter with no resort fee, a rooftop pool, and exceptional service. Perfect if you want the luxury experience without a casino floor.
Four Seasons occupies the top floors of Mandalay Bay with its own private entrance, no casino, and the highest staff-to-guest ratio on the Strip. Ultra-luxury, ultra-quiet, and ultra-expensive.
Hard Rock Hotel (formerly The Mirage) is currently under renovation and expected to reopen in 2027/28. When complete, it will be a major addition to the high-end tier with a guitar-shaped tower transforming the Strip skyline — maybe one day this will top our list of where to stay in Las Vegas.
High-End Winner: The Venetian & Palazzo
If your budget will stretch, The Venetian and Palazzo is our absolute pick for where to stay in Las Vegas — and it’s not particularly close. Every single room is a suite, starting at around 650 square feet, and the styling throughout the property is genuinely breathtaking. The soaring ceilings, Grand Canal Shoppes, painted frescoes, and gondola rides create an atmosphere that’s theatrical without feeling tacky — which is no small achievement in Las Vegas.
The dining options are extraordinary — virtually every cuisine you could want is represented, from casual to Michelin-starred. The location is ideal for exploring the Strip, and it’s also one of the most conveniently placed hotels for The Sphere, the spectacular new entertainment venue just a short walk away.
On pricing: flexibility is key. Avoid Friday and Saturday nights and you’ll find dramatically better rates. Some of the best deals we’ve seen have been on midweek stays, and the property’s rewards scheme is one of the more generous on the Strip — you may not need to spend as much as you think to start receiving complimentary room offers for future stays.
Our insider tip: when booking, look specifically for one of the newly renovated rooms at The Venetian. These updated rooms include a fridge available for guest use — a small but genuinely appreciated touch if you enjoy coming back to your room at the end of a long evening and having just one more cold drink before bed.
High-End Honourable Mention: Wynn & Encore
The Wynn and its sister tower Encore represent some of the finest hotel rooms you’ll stay in anywhere in the world. Multiple Forbes Five-Star awards aren’t handed out by accident, and every detail — from the Wynn’s signature floral aesthetic to the curvature of the towers — reflects the obsessive attention to quality that Steve Wynn brought to his properties.
The room technology alone is worth the trip. Everything in the room — lights, curtains, television, music, temperature, even check-out — is controlled from in-room iPads. It’s the most seamlessly integrated smart room experience on the Strip.
Our check-in experience was, frankly, disappointing — which is the main reason the Wynn narrowly loses out to The Venetian for the top spot. But that shouldn’t detract from what is otherwise an exceptional stay.
For the best rates: book directly with Wynn rather than through third parties, sign up for their rewards scheme before booking, and target Monday to Thursday stays. We secured a Monday night room for around £250 excluding the resort fee — outstanding value for a hotel of this quality. Also keep an eye on pre-arrival upgrade offers — Wynn sends biddable upgrade options before check-in, which can represent excellent value for a step up in room type.
Off-Strip Options (often better value)
Before we get into the options, it’s worth making a point that often gets overlooked in Las Vegas hotel guides: most people end up taking cabs or Ubers far more than they expect, even when staying right on the Strip. The Boulevard is four miles long, the heat is brutal for much of the year, and walking from one end to the other — or even between properties that look close on a map — takes longer than you’d think. The result is that being off-Strip rarely feels like the inconvenience it might seem on paper.
To put it another way: our favourite hotel in Las Vegas is The Venetian, but one of our favourite breakfast spots is Greenberg’s Deli at the New York, New York — which is a cab ride away even from there. If you’re already jumping in an Uber to get to your favourite restaurant, casino, or show, adding another five minutes to that journey from an off-Strip hotel really isn’t a hardship. And if budget is a consideration at all, the savings on room rates, parking, and resort fees at these properties can be substantial — easily enough to cover a week’s worth of rides with change to spare.
The Strat towers above the far north end of the Strip and is hard to miss — its 1,149-foot observation tower with thrill rides on top is a Vegas landmark. Rooms are affordable and the views are spectacular, but you’re isolated from the main Strip action. Whilst there are some unique reasons to visit The Strat, there are better options for overnight stays.
Resorts World is the most recent major addition to the Strip, housing three distinct hotels — Hilton, Conrad, and the ultra-luxury Crockfords — within one campus. It offers impressive facilities and a strong dining lineup. Its North Strip location means a longer walk or ride to the central action, but it’s well worth considering for a premium stay with a slightly less frenetic feel.
Fontainebleau is the newest megaresort on the Strip, a striking 67-story blue glass tower at the north end of the Boulevard. Opened in late 2023, it has positioned itself as a tech-forward luxury property with a huge spa, 36 restaurants, and its own Vegas Loop connection. Still finding its feet in terms of reputation, but the facilities are impressive.
Rio sits just one block off the Strip on Flamingo Road and offers some of the best room sizes in Las Vegas for the price — all rooms are suite-sized, with over 1,500 recently renovated. Free parking is a genuine bonus. It’s home to the long-running Penn & Teller residency and a growing food scene. The resort fee is on the higher side at $50/night, which somewhat undermines the value proposition. There are better options in our budget section at the top – avoid the Rio if you can.
The Trump International is a 64-story gold-glass tower on Fashion Show Drive, just behind the Strip near the Wynn — close enough to walk to the north-centre Strip, but just far enough removed to feel genuinely quieter. It’s a non-gaming, non-smoking, all-suite property, which immediately sets it apart from most of its neighbours.
Rooms are spacious and well-appointed with kitchenettes, floor-to-ceiling windows and impressive Strip or mountain views from the upper floors. The on-site DJT restaurant covers breakfast through dinner, and the pool and spa are solid. Free parking and no casino floor makes it a calm, composed alternative to the mega-resorts — and for a hotel of this quality, the rates are frequently very competitive. If you want genuine luxury without the noise and smoke of a traditional Strip casino hotel, this is a serious option worth considering.
Off-Strip Winner: Sahara
The Sahara has quietly become one of the best value propositions in Las Vegas following its stylish renovation and rebrand from the SLS. The North Strip location keeps you away from the most hectic stretches of the Boulevard, but the on-site monorail station makes getting around straightforward. The three distinct towers offer genuinely well-designed rooms, the rooftop pools are a highlight, and free parking makes it a natural choice for anyone driving in.
On resort fees: the Sahara does charge one, but it has run frequent promotional periods where the fee is waived entirely — making it worth checking directly with the hotel before booking, as the saving can be significant. When those offers are live, the Sahara becomes almost impossibly good value for a Strip-adjacent hotel of this quality. If the no-resort-fee offer isn’t available when you check, it remains a competitive choice regardless.
Off-Strip Honourable Mention: Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas sits on Paradise Road, roughly a mile from the Strip, and brings a personality to Las Vegas that the big casino resorts struggle to match. Part of Hilton’s Curio Collection, the property has a genuine sense of identity – cool, design-forward, and refreshingly unpretentious.
The 1,500 “Chambers” are split across three towers and feature a smart dual-room layout with a separate dressing area and vanity, making them feel more like an apartment than a hotel room. The dining lineup is exceptional, anchored by a Nobu restaurant alongside a broad selection of casual and mid-range options. And crucially, the mini-bar and in-hotel drinks pricing is among the most reasonable you’ll find anywhere in Las Vegas – a welcome relief after the eye-watering prices at most Strip properties.
The five-acre outdoor pool complex is a genuine highlight, with multiple distinct areas including the adults-only Kassi Beach Club – one of the best pool experiences in the city.
The off-Strip location is a short cab ride to the action, but if you fancy the walk, Paradise Road takes you directly south towards the Strip. It’s about a mile to the bottom of the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood – a perfectly manageable stroll in the cooler months. In late May, with temperatures already pushing well above 30°C by mid-morning, it’s a different story – even a 9am start will leave you very grateful for the blast of air conditioning waiting at the other end. Worth it for the adventure, but pack water.
Prices shown are approximate guides only and subject to significant variation by date, season, and availability. Always check the final total including resort fees and taxes before booking.
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