Las Vegas is a fantastic destination with its array of entertainment, top-notch dining, and luxurious accommodations. As someone who enjoys tracking deals for getaways to Las Vegas, it’s great to take advantage of special sales events like Black Friday and The Semi-Annual Sale, as these offer incredible opportunities to save on accommodations and experiences.
During Black Friday, the deals are truly exceptional, with the potential to save up to 70% off the usual prices. However, it’s important to plan ahead and carefully consider the dates for your stay to make the most of these offers. On the other hand, the semi-annual sale during the off-season presents another fantastic opportunity to enjoy discounts, with most hotels along the strip offering at least 20% off. What’s more, the additional perks such as dining credits and free play in the casinos make the experience even more appealing.
Overall, having the flexibility to take advantage of these sales and offers allows for unforgettable and cost-effective trips to Las Vegas, enhancing the enjoyment of this vibrant city and all it has to offer.
I just got back from a trip, and it was cold(60f/15c) by Vegas standards, rainy and windy. Personally, I didn’t care. I needed to escape the snow at home. I stayed in a king suite at Westgate for about $800 for a week, taxes and resort fees included. It was not terrible considering it was a mid-level room.
Budget, I have seen deals as low as $19 a night at hotels on the strip. Something to consider, though most hotels on the strip have resort fees, which can significantly impact the total cost. It’s important to factor in these additional expenses when planning your budget for a trip to Las Vegas. While there are affordable options available, it’s also worth noting that you definitely get what you pay for on the strip. Opting for a slightly higher priced hotel may provide access to better amenities and a more comfortable overall stay.
Excalibur lowest price I found $21 a night.
Pros
This is one of the most family friendly hotels on the strip with 4 pools one with a waterslide. A MGM monorail stop at the hotel. Known as having the best rates on the strip. Online check-in into the hotel on your phone and you have a digital key completely skipping the long check-in lines.
Cons
I personally find the decor a bit cheesy and dated. I noticed the hotel has a musty smell mixed with stale cigarettes smoke. Views are not the best of the strip being at the southern end of the strip. Tons of people will try and sell you timeshares in the hotel. No coffeemaker in entry level rooms. Parking fees of $25 a day. Plus Resort fees of $39.68 a night. I found it strange, it being promoted to families, it has a Springbreak college feel to the people partying at the hotel. It’s the only hotel on the strip where I have seen people sitting in the hallways intoxicated.
This hotel had the worse customer service I have experienced in Las Vegas. When I stayed here I booked and paid for a tower room. You can see from the picture above that I was not in the tower. When I talked to management about the mix up, they told me for an extra $50 I could get the room I paid for. I had a receipt showing the room I paid for, they didn’t care. I didn’t pay the extra and stayed in this room. The package I booked also came with food and beverage credit. The computers were down. Though I could charge meals to the room. The restaurants in the hotel other than Buppo di Beppo, the staff had no idea if they could accept the food and beverage credit or not. The front desk didn’t have a list. I ended up eating at restaurants in other MGM hotels that I knew excepted the credit. My last day there my car was vandalized in their parking garage. According to local police, this is one of the worst hotels for theft or vandalism on the strip. Overall a horrible trip. I would never stay there again, even if it was free.
The Strat lowest price I found $19
Pros
The entertainment is definitely there for thrill seekers. Big Shot, Sky Jump, Sky Pod & Observation Deck. It has free parking. Free shuttle to the arts district, the brewery district, downtown, Fremont street, and the North Premium Outlets. 3-7pm happy hour Monday-Thursday. With 2-for-1 admission to the sky pod and 2-for-1 cocktails at 108 Drinks.
Cons
It’s a bit dated. I posted a picture from the Sky Pod just so you can see how far it is from the strip. It’s about 4 blocks from the Las Vegas monorail stop at Sahara which makes getting to the strip a bit of a challenge without finding parking. Resort fees of $42.50 a day.
I feel that even if you don’t stay here, visit the Sky Pod. The views are absolutely breathtaking. The shuttle is free to everyone, even if you aren’t staying at the hotel.
Luxor lowest price I found $31 a night
Yes, if you stay in the pyramid the walls are slanted.
Pros
Though a little dated, the Egyptian themed decor is very tasteful and memorable. Four large pools with whirlpools. Online check-in on your phone with a digital key, allowing to skip very long lines.
Cons
Views(two pictures I posted above) are not the best on the strip, being on the south end of the strip. I booked two different suites. One in the pyramid and one in the north tower. Elevators are a little wonky in the pyramid. They shake a bit as they go up. The north tower, in my opinion, has nicer rooms. People will try and sell you timeshares in the hotel. No coffeemakers in entry-level rooms. Resort fees of $39 a night. Parking fees of $18 a day. I’ve heard there is a fee for use of the pool. It has limited hours, closing at 5pm.
Mid-range
Ceaser’s Palace lowest price I found $80 a night
Pros
Free self parking for hotel guests. With their loyalty card, first responders, teachers, and military save 30% off the lowest price. This hotel has 8 pools in its pool complex. But the spa is the real show stopper. The 50,000 sqft spa offers Roman baths and even a snowfall room. It has my favorite mall on the strip and some of my favorite restaurants. Center of the strip.
Cons
It’s a little dated, but honesty the beauty and opulence of this hotel with its fountains and marble statues completely makes up for it. Resort fee of $45 a night.
Paris lowest price I found $36 a night
Pros
With their loyalty card, first responders, teachers, and military save 30% off the lowest price. It is located in the center of the strip. Across the street from Bellagio, giving it some of the best views for watching the fountain show. Beautiful French Baroque design. 14 different restaurants and even its own cabaret lounge.
Cons
$18 a day for self parking. $35 Resort fee. No coffee in entry-level rooms.
High-end
In the past, I absolutely adored Bellagio and The Venetian. With Bellagio’s bed bug infestation, I stopped going. Though I still recommend its restaurants, botanical gardens, and fountain show. The Venetian, I stopped going for two reasons. Number one, I hate being harassed by timeshare people and people trying to get you into their stores with samples. This hotel is worse than any other hotel on the strip. Secondly, there are a group of pickpocketers I have seen always hanging around the hotel. In my last 5 visits, I have seen the same people picking pockets. I completely avoid the hotel if I can.
Four Seasons lowest price I found $475
Pros
The Four Seasons has a very serene decor and is located on the 35th to 39th floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort. I adore this hotel chain. I love it’s Art Deco designs and massive marble tubs. It probably has the best spa on the strip. Access to Mandalay Beach and other amenities at Mandalay Bay Resort. The Shark Reef Aquarium. It has its own MGM monorail stop.
Cons
It’s on the south side of the strip. Self parking fee $45 a night. Resort fee of $50 a night.
Elite
From what I heard, Westgate and Marriott are the only two hotels I know of with this option. What is an elite room? It’s in between a high-end room and a penthouse. I could not find any deals at Marriott, and I have never checked out their elite rooms.
Westgate lowest price I found $376
Pros
Westgate, formerly The International Hotel where Elvis lived and performed, is now known for its Sportbook, the largest sports betting area on the strip, which is a smoking free area. This is the only hotel I have found that has a smoking casino and a smoking free casino on the strip. The hotel has been updated, but it has pictures of celebrities and even a statue of Elivis celebrating its glamous beginnings. It hosts a large number of conferences on the strip and is next to the Las Vegas conference center. Across the street, they are about to start building the new NBA basketball stadium, which is supposed to be the largest basketball stadium in the world. My favorite thing about this hotel is the Benihana Village. Basically, three restaurants built around a Japanese garden with a modern waterfall cascading into a koi pond at night. It has its own stop on the Las Vegas monorail as well as having free parking. Free shuttle for guests to Fremont Street, Walmart, and a couple of spots on the strip. This is the only hotel I found on the strip where the majority of the restaurants can accommodate different dietary restrictions. Some of the best customer service I have experienced of any hotel on the strip.
Con
It’s on the north end of the strip, though the views I had were still amazing. People will try and sell you time shares. $44.99 resort fee, though this is currently 10% off with the semi-annual sale.
I recently toured a 1 bedroom villa
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5nI14COcoF/?igsh=OHZleTV3d3Mwd2Rz
and a studio villa
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I was given a special link for offers.
https://www.westgatereservations.com/25838293618
With any of the hotels I listed before you book, look into their loyalty programs. Members can usually save at least an extra 10% off or get bonuses of free food and beverage credit or freeplay in the casinos.
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