Las Vegas · Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Las Vegas
If you’re deciding where to stay in Las Vegas, I’d start with the places you’ll actually go. After all, ‘next door’ can involve a footbridge, a casino floor and a small change of heart.
Rob’s quick picks
- First visits and major resortsCenter Strip
- Food, nightlife and value comparisonsDowntown and Fremont East
- Independent restaurants and slower afternoonsArts District
4 areas compared
Center Strip
Best forFirst visits and major resorts
Why I’d stay hereLook around Flamingo Road for a base near many of the classic Strip sights.
Worth knowingCompare total prices with resort fees and check the route to your show.
Downtown and Fremont East
Best forFood, nightlife and value comparisons
Why I’d stay hereStay downtown for an evening around Fremont and a break from Strip resort prices.
Worth knowingAsk about outdoor music and which way the room faces.
Arts District
Best forIndependent restaurants and slower afternoons
Why I’d stay hereChoose this area if galleries and local restaurants are central to the visit.
Worth knowingHotel choice is thinner. Check how you’ll get back after a Strip show.
South Strip
Best forShows and venues on the south end
Why I’d stay hereLook around Park MGM or New York-New York if your evening plans cluster nearby.
Worth knowingCheck the walk from the hotel tower to the venue entrance.
Questions before you book
Where should I stay on a first visit to Las Vegas?
For a first visit, I’d start with the Center Strip if your plans are spread across the main resorts. If you’ve booked a show on the south end, compare South Strip hotels as well.
What should I check before booking?
First, compare the full price including resort fees. Then map the walk from the hotel tower to your main venue. A short distance on the map can still involve a footbridge or a casino floor.
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