Las Vegas resort fees add $35–$50 per night to your bill at most Strip hotels — $105–$200+ on a typical 3- to 4-night trip. In 2026, the best way to avoid them is to stay downtown or at select off-Strip properties. Here’s where to book, what you’ll pay, and what you’ll give up.
Las Vegas Hotels Without Resort Fees (2026)
| Hotel | Location | Nightly Rate (Avg.) | Resort Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Hotel & Casino | Downtown Fremont | $55–$100 | None |
| El Cortez Hotel & Casino | Downtown Fremont | $40–$90 | None |
| Four Queens Hotel & Casino | Downtown Fremont | $45–$85 | None |
| Main Street Station | Downtown Fremont | $50–$90 | None |
| California Hotel & Casino | Downtown Fremont | $55–$100 | None |
| Fremont Hotel & Casino | Downtown Fremont | $60–$110 | None |
| OYO Hotel & Casino | Off-Strip | $35–$70 | None |
| Mardi Gras Hotel | Off-Strip | $30–$60 | None |
Rates vary by date and availability. Always confirm resort fee status at booking — policies can change.
Las Vegas Strip Resort Fees for Comparison
| Hotel | Nightly Rate (Avg.) | Resort Fee | Total/Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGM Grand | $120–$250 | $45/night | $165–$295 |
| Bellagio | $200–$450 | $45/night | $245–$495 |
| Caesars Palace | $180–$400 | $45/night | $225–$445 |
| Wynn Las Vegas | $250–$500 | $45/night | $295–$545 |
| The Venetian | $200–$400 | $45/night | $245–$445 |
| Paris Las Vegas | $120–$250 | $40/night | $160–$290 |
The FTC has scrutinized hotel resort fees as deceptive pricing practices. Starting in 2025, the FTC’s Junk Fees rule requires hotels to include mandatory fees in the advertised price — verify compliance by checking total price at checkout before booking.
What Resort Fees Pay For (and Don’t)
Resort fees supposedly cover amenities like:
- Pool access
- Fitness center
- In-room Wi-Fi
- Welcome drinks or credits
- Printing and business center
However, many amenities covered by resort fees were formerly free. At downtown Las Vegas hotels with no resort fee, you still typically get pool access, Wi-Fi, and fitness access — they’re just bundled into the room rate.
Getting Around Las Vegas Without a Strip Address
Downtown Las Vegas is 2 miles from the northern Strip (Stratosphere area) and about 4 miles from the center of the Strip (MGM, Bellagio area). Transportation options:
| Option | Cost | Time to Strip |
|---|---|---|
| Deuce bus (24-hour pass) | $8 | 20–35 min |
| Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) | $12–$20 each way | 10–15 min |
| Rental car | $30–$60/day | 10–15 min (+ parking fees) |
| Taxi | $20–$35 each way | 10–15 min |
On a 3-night trip, using the $8 Deuce pass ($8 × 3 = $24) vs. the resort fee savings ($120–$150) still puts you $100+ ahead by staying downtown.
Downtown Las Vegas: Is It Safe?
Downtown Las Vegas (Fremont Street area) is well-patrolled and bustling with entertainment, particularly along the Fremont Street Experience, an LED-covered pedestrian mall. It’s safe for tourists in the entertainment core. Exercise standard urban caution away from the main corridor late at night.
Tips for Avoiding or Minimizing Resort Fees
- Book at loyalty program tier. MGM Rewards (Diamond and Noir) and Caesars Rewards (Diamond and above) may provide resort fee waivers — confirm before booking.
- Use credit card status. The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card provides resort fee waivers at Marriott properties. Some Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts bookings include resort fee waivers.
- Book through hotels.com or Expedia. Third-party bookings sometimes display the all-in price more clearly — but verify total cost at checkout.
- Call the hotel directly. Ask about promotional rates that include resort fees or current waiver availability.
- Consider downtown. As shown above, the savings on even a 2-night downtown stay often exceed the transportation costs to visit the Strip.
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