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Where to stay in Las Vegas

In Las Vegas, where you stay mostly means which part of the Strip. Stay on the Center Strip to walk to the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace and most shows; on the South Strip for big resorts near the airport and the arenas; on the North Strip for Wynn, the Venetian and newer luxury hotels; Downtown for Fremont Street, old-school casinos and the cheapest rooms; or in Summerlin for a calm resort by Red Rock Canyon. The Strip is longer than it looks, and summer days pass 40°C, so stay close to what you want to see. Check the nightly resort fee when you compare prices.

5 neighbourhoods compared · Typical mid-range hotel ~$190/night · Prices updated Oct 2026

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Typical price per night

  • Center Strip

    ~$230/night · 5 min to centre

    Best for First visit, Nightlife, Upscale

    Food
    5/5
    Nightlife
    5/5
    Transport
    4/5
    Quiet
    1/5
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  • South Strip

    ~$170/night · 15 min to centre

    Best for Families, Budget

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    4/5
    Transport
    3/5
    Quiet
    2/5
    View South Strip →

  • North Strip

    ~$220/night · 15 min to centre

    Best for Upscale, Business

    Food
    4/5
    Nightlife
    4/5
    Transport
    3/5
    Quiet
    3/5
    View North Strip →

  • Downtown

    ~$120/night · 30 min to centre

    Best for Budget, Nightlife

    Food
    3/5
    Nightlife
    4/5
    Transport
    3/5
    Quiet
    1/5
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  • Summerlin

    ~$200/night · 60 min to centre

    Best for Families, Upscale

    Food
    3/5
    Nightlife
    2/5
    Transport
    1/5
    Quiet
    5/5
    View Summerlin →

Typical mid-range double room per night, not live prices · Updated Oct 2026 · How we rate areas

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Typical hotel prices in Las Vegas

A typical mid-range double costs about $190 a night across the areas we cover. Budget hotels start around $90; luxury hotels average $400.

Center Strip, North Strip cost the most. Downtown, South Strip are the cheapest, around $110 a night less than Center Strip.

These are typical rates outside peak events, not live prices. Updated Oct 2026.

AreaBudgetMid-rangeLuxury
Downtown~$60~$120~$250
South Strip~$80~$170~$350
Summerlin~$120~$200~$350
North Strip~$90~$220~$550
Center Strip~$110~$230~$500

Las Vegas FAQs

What is the best area to stay in Las Vegas for first-time visitors?

Center Strip. The middle of Las Vegas Boulevard, around the Bellagio fountains, Caesars Palace, the Cosmopolitan and the High Roller, with the most to see on foot.

How much does a hotel in Las Vegas cost per night?

Across the areas we cover, a typical mid-range double costs about $190 a night, from around $90 for budget hotels to $400 for luxury. Downtown (~$120) is the cheapest area and Center Strip (~$230) the most expensive. These are typical rates, not live prices.

Where should I stay in Las Vegas on a budget?

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Which Las Vegas neighbourhood is best for nightlife?

Downtown, followed by Center Strip.

Where is the best area to stay in Las Vegas with kids?

South Strip, followed by Summerlin.

Which area is quickest to reach from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)?

South Strip: about 10 minutes (taxi or rideshare from LAS, the shortest ride to the Strip). Center Strip is next at about 15 minutes.