The lower-middle-range Hampton Inn Tropicana is near the airport and has a lot of free parking, making it a pragmatic choice for business travelers flying in and renting a car. It's also a viable spot for travelers looking to be near but not right on the bustling Strip. Free shuttles to the Strip and the airport make things even easier, plus are rates include a hot and cold breakfast, and there's an outdoor pool with adjacent hot tub. The 322 rooms have work desks, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs, though they lack mini-fridges and some have dated furnishings. It's worth comparing rates at the SpringHill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center, which has similar amenities.
The lower-middle-range Hampton Inn Tropicana is near the airport and has a lot of free parking, making it a pragmatic choice for business travelers flying in and renting a car. It's also a viable spot for travelers looking to be near but not right on the bustling Strip. Free shuttles to the Strip and the airport make things even easier, plus are rates include a hot and cold breakfast, and there's an outdoor pool with adjacent hot tub. The 322 rooms have work desks, coffeemakers, and flat-screen TVs, though they lack mini-fridges and some have dated furnishings. It's worth comparing rates at the SpringHill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center, which has similar amenities.
The Baymont Inn & Suites, away from the Strip, is an affordable, mid-range, chain option offering a free hot breakfast buffet and a heated indoor pool. The 110 rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi (some have microwaves and mini-fridges) and there’s an outlet mall with several casual dining choices across the street. Guests looking to stay on the Strip for a similar price may want to check out Excalibur, a medieval-themed hotel and casino with four pools and a waterslide.
The Baymont Inn & Suites, away from the Strip, is an affordable, mid-range, chain option offering a free hot breakfast buffet and a heated indoor pool. The 110 rooms have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi (some have microwaves and mini-fridges) and there’s an outlet mall with several casual dining choices across the street. Guests looking to stay on the Strip for a similar price may want to check out Excalibur, a medieval-themed hotel and casino with four pools and a waterslide.
The Ellis Island Hotel Super 8 is a budget motel property that offers a surprising amount of features, from an on-site casino and several dining options to a microbrewery. Interiors are ho-hum, but they're clean, and 301 rooms come equipped with a decent set of amenities, including flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Free 32-ounce growlers that come with a fill of beer are a nice touch. The hotel has a barbecue restaurant that gets good reviews, as well as a taco stand, pizza place, and a 24-hour cafe. There are an outdoor pool and hot tub as well. It's about a 15-minute walk to the strip though, and there's a daily resort fee. For something more central to all of the action, check out Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
The Ellis Island Hotel Super 8 is a budget motel property that offers a surprising amount of features, from an on-site casino and several dining options to a microbrewery. Interiors are ho-hum, but they're clean, and 301 rooms come equipped with a decent set of amenities, including flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. Free 32-ounce growlers that come with a fill of beer are a nice touch. The hotel has a barbecue restaurant that gets good reviews, as well as a taco stand, pizza place, and a 24-hour cafe. There are an outdoor pool and hot tub as well. It's about a 15-minute walk to the strip though, and there's a daily resort fee. For something more central to all of the action, check out Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
Right outside the Las Vegas Convention Center, this hotel offers ample business services and a well-equipped gym. Yet with a forgettable pool, no nightlife and remote location from the action on the Strip, it has little to recommend for anyone other than conventioneers. Plus, suites are on the small side.
Right outside the Las Vegas Convention Center, this hotel offers ample business services and a well-equipped gym. Yet with a forgettable pool, no nightlife and remote location from the action on the Strip, it has little to recommend for anyone other than conventioneers. Plus, suites are on the small side.
The Grandview at Las Vegas is a mid-range time-share property whose suites have full kitchens and comfortable bedrooms. Each of the 1,516 apartment-style suites has a washer/dryer and whirlpool tub, but there's a lot of variety in quality and decor. The family-friendly hotel has five outdoor pools, including a kids' pool with water features, as well as mini-golf and a large indoor game room. The only dining option is a small take-out deli, however, and it's at least a 10-minute drive from attractions on the Strip. It's right next door to the South Point Hotel and Casino, which is both a draw and a natural competitor, as it has its own movie complex, 64-lane bowling alley, and an array of restaurants, though rooms lack kitchens.
The Grandview at Las Vegas is a mid-range time-share property whose suites have full kitchens and comfortable bedrooms. Each of the 1,516 apartment-style suites has a washer/dryer and whirlpool tub, but there's a lot of variety in quality and decor. The family-friendly hotel has five outdoor pools, including a kids' pool with water features, as well as mini-golf and a large indoor game room. The only dining option is a small take-out deli, however, and it's at least a 10-minute drive from attractions on the Strip. It's right next door to the South Point Hotel and Casino, which is both a draw and a natural competitor, as it has its own movie complex, 64-lane bowling alley, and an array of restaurants, though rooms lack kitchens.
In a city like Vegas, there isn't too much excitement or glamour to be found at Bally’s. Its smoky casino and uninspired pool lack the grandiose luxury or campy theme found at other Vegas resorts. And despite its attempts to update the property (including a 2013-2014 overhaul of Jubilee and Resort Tower rooms), the hotel's restaurant and amenities still fall short of their peers. Tack on a hefty daily resort fee and horrendously long check-in lines (though there is an online check-in option), and it seems obvious that almost any hotel in Vegas is a better pick than Bally’s. Head next door to the Paris Las Vegas for nicer rooms and amenities at slightly higher nightly rates.
In a city like Vegas, there isn't too much excitement or glamour to be found at Bally’s. Its smoky casino and uninspired pool lack the grandiose luxury or campy theme found at other Vegas resorts. And despite its attempts to update the property (including a 2013-2014 overhaul of Jubilee and Resort Tower rooms), the hotel's restaurant and amenities still fall short of their peers. Tack on a hefty daily resort fee and horrendously long check-in lines (though there is an online check-in option), and it seems obvious that almost any hotel in Vegas is a better pick than Bally’s. Head next door to the Paris Las Vegas for nicer rooms and amenities at slightly higher nightly rates.
Skylofts is the luxury section of MGM Grand, offering some of the most exclusive accommodations not just within the hotel but in Vegas. All of the rooms are one-, two-, and three-bedroom duplex lofts (they start at 1,400 square feet) with big living areas and sophisticated but understated urban decor; prices are usually upwards of $1,000 a night. High-end extras include airport transfers in a Rolls-Royce Ghost limousine; a calm, private reception area for Skylofts guests with a separate entrance; in-loft check-ins (no waiting in line!); and access to Skylounge on the 29th floor for cocktails and appetizers. But most facilities, such as the main fitness center and the spa, must be shared with MGM guests.
Skylofts is the luxury section of MGM Grand, offering some of the most exclusive accommodations not just within the hotel but in Vegas. All of the rooms are one-, two-, and three-bedroom duplex lofts (they start at 1,400 square feet) with big living areas and sophisticated but understated urban decor; prices are usually upwards of $1,000 a night. High-end extras include airport transfers in a Rolls-Royce Ghost limousine; a calm, private reception area for Skylofts guests with a separate entrance; in-loft check-ins (no waiting in line!); and access to Skylounge on the 29th floor for cocktails and appetizers. But most facilities, such as the main fitness center and the spa, must be shared with MGM guests.
Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino is a mid-range casino hotel that caters to budget travelers who don't mind (or even prefer) being a 20-minute walk away from the action on The Strip. The 327 rooms are pleasant, and they come with air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Though there are no microwaves of coffeemakers, mini-fridges can be requested. The star attraction is the on-site casino, which offers around 800 games plus a sports book. There's also a small fitness center, a lagoon-style pool with a hot tub, two bars/restaurants, and free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a free shuttle to the airport. Travelers who want to be right on The Strip may want to look into a stay at [Circus Circus Hotel & Casino](), which often offers deeply discounted rooms.
Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino is a mid-range casino hotel that caters to budget travelers who don't mind (or even prefer) being a 20-minute walk away from the action on The Strip. The 327 rooms are pleasant, and they come with air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. Though there are no microwaves of coffeemakers, mini-fridges can be requested. The star attraction is the on-site casino, which offers around 800 games plus a sports book. There's also a small fitness center, a lagoon-style pool with a hot tub, two bars/restaurants, and free Wi-Fi and parking, plus a free shuttle to the airport. Travelers who want to be right on The Strip may want to look into a stay at [Circus Circus Hotel & Casino](), which often offers deeply discounted rooms.
The 447-room Fremont Hotel and Casino is a mid-range, classic Las Vegas property complete with flashing lights and lively casino action. This solid value pick doesn't have a pool or fitness center, but the rooms are clean and adequate and guests have access to the California Hotel's pool. There is no direct shuttle to the Strip, but there is plenty of casino and bar action as well as nightly entertainment on-site. The Fremont Street Experience is right outside the door, but some guests have complained about lingering cigarette smells.
The 447-room Fremont Hotel and Casino is a mid-range, classic Las Vegas property complete with flashing lights and lively casino action. This solid value pick doesn't have a pool or fitness center, but the rooms are clean and adequate and guests have access to the California Hotel's pool. There is no direct shuttle to the Strip, but there is plenty of casino and bar action as well as nightly entertainment on-site. The Fremont Street Experience is right outside the door, but some guests have complained about lingering cigarette smells.
The 64-room, mid-range Artisan Hotel is tiny by Vegas standards, appealing to a niche market as a real party hotel with an erotic edge -- strictly for those 21 and over. There's a topless outdoor pool scene, with live entertainment often. Rooms here are dark and a little shabby, combining classical art reproductions with erotic touches, but few guests complain as most are here purely to party. The major downside here is the lack of dining options; food is served around the pool or in the lounge bar, but only five days per week, and there isn’t anywhere to eat within walking distance. The Strip is less than a mile away though, and easily accessed by taxi. The hotel’s nightclub really gets going in the early hours and is still hopping after the sun has risen, so those wanting a peaceful, desert retreat should try somewhere like the Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas -- Strip South.
The 64-room, mid-range Artisan Hotel is tiny by Vegas standards, appealing to a niche market as a real party hotel with an erotic edge -- strictly for those 21 and over. There's a topless outdoor pool scene, with live entertainment often. Rooms here are dark and a little shabby, combining classical art reproductions with erotic touches, but few guests complain as most are here purely to party. The major downside here is the lack of dining options; food is served around the pool or in the lounge bar, but only five days per week, and there isn’t anywhere to eat within walking distance. The Strip is less than a mile away though, and easily accessed by taxi. The hotel’s nightclub really gets going in the early hours and is still hopping after the sun has risen, so those wanting a peaceful, desert retreat should try somewhere like the Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas -- Strip South.