Top Travel Tips to Enjoy Vegas On a Budget
Las Vegas in Nevada state is one of the most popular tourist destination in the world. Is it costly? Well, Yes and No. Depending on how you have planned your vacation. Here are some great tips to have a great time in Vegas without stretching your budget.
Las Vegas on a Budget Tips
1. Focus Area: The Strip
Our unique Focus area recommendation helps you to stay and visit the best attractions in the city within a few miles. This helps in saving money and getting the best experience of the city.
The Strip or Vegas Strip is home to many of the city’s famous hotels and casinos, as well as various entertainment and dining options.
And it’s just over 4 mile!
Other popular tourist destinations on the Strip are Wynn Las Vegas, The Mirage, High Roller, Las Vegas Strip, Bellagio Fountain, Paris Las Vegas, MGM Grand, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
2. Where to Stay in Las Vegas -
Hotel is one of the biggest expense on any trip. Pick your hotel with great care. Stay near the tourist spots may be a good idea as it saves on travel cost and time. A brief list of suggested hotels are given to help you decide. All these hotels are budget friendly and are in and around the Little Havana to South Beach route.
List of budget friendly hotels in Las Vegas:Rates are for couple for 1 night. Rates are indicative. Click on the link provided to check exact rates
1) Tuscany Suites & Casino
Great value for money, Good location, Close to the Strip, walkable to Restaurants and Stores. It has Big rooms, pool, hot tub & gym which are nice.
Price US$42 +US$50 taxes and charges
2. Ellis Island Hotel Casino & Brewery
Just 15 minutes’ walk from the Las Vegas Strip, The casino offers 300 slots, blackjack, roulette, craps and a sports book. outdoor pool , available in one place- restaurants, casino and brewery, near the bus stops that goes to universal studio and Disneyland
Price US$39 +US$43 taxes and charges
3. Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
A great spa, live entertainment at night and a big swimming pool. The steam room is the highlight.
Price US$30 +US$49 taxes and charges
4. Horseshoe Las Vegas
Located on the Las Vegas Strip, Location and ease of getting a ride or taxi. The room- nice and big. A good poker area.
Price US$35 +US$50 taxes and charges
5. Excalibur
A great location at the beginning of the strip- close and quiet, spacious room, a number of restaurants, coffee shops and bars on site. it is a casino hotel
Price US$25 +US$43 taxes and charges
6. Polo Towers
Spacious room, Great rooftop pool and spa, perfect location off the Strip
Price US$57 +US$45 taxes and charges
Continuing on Vegas on a Budget Tips..
3. Where to EAT in Vegas
Finding yummy restaurants at great prices is a big challenge for any tourist. Again, we are going to stick our neck out and suggest few great places. Of course you understand that all suggestions here are based on certain experience and may vary 🙂 So, ok.. here goes..
A few yummy and budget friendly restaurants in Vegas:
Jaburritos- If you like Sushi you will love this place, great fresh, tasty food! concept of merging a burrito with sushi
Fat Tuesday– Pizza and Drinks, alcoholic smoothie, Happy Hour
Secret Pizza– Yummy pizza. White pizza is very good, very good at economic price, One plain slice was $7
Tacos El Gordo- Mexican, Latin, Fast food, the best authentic Tijuana taco experience, Very busy and popular place. Check out the awesome happy hour.
Ellis Island BBQ – American, Best Barbecue ribs and chicken. Big size Prime Rib for $23.00 !
Earl of Sandwich- Present in over 30 location in US. American, Fast food – excellent sandwiches and meals. And budget friendly
There are many more options for a budget friendly stay – though may not be on our focus area route:
Finding free or low-cost activities in Las Vegas
4. Fun activities
Las Vegas offers a range of low cost activities which as a tourist you will relish.
A list of activities in Vegas that are free or don't cost much but you will relish for a long time
- The LINQ Promenade: An outdoor shopping and dining district. It offers a variety of budget-friendly options, including street performers and a variety of restaurants.
- The Freemont Street Experience: This pedestrian mall features a large LED canopy and is home to a variety of street performers, vendors, and live music.
- The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens: This free attraction features beautiful floral displays that change with the seasons.
- The Mirage’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat: This free attraction features exotic animals, including dolphins, white tigers, and lions.
- Seven Magic Mountains: Created by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone. A unique art form with huge painted rocks which are stacked vertically with 3 to 6 rocks in each pillar.
Flamingo Wildlife Habitat: Very interesting especially with kids. You can see many Flamingoes, turtles, fish, exotic ducks and much more.
- The Volcano at The Mirage: This free attraction features a volcano that erupts every hour after dark, with fire and water effects.
- The SLS Las Vegas: This hotel features a number of budget-friendly dining and entertainment options, as well as a casino.
5. Travel in the city
Walk: Most preferred way to see The Strip is –Walk. Especially if you are in our focus area. It is a great way to see and experience and soak in the local flavors.
Biking: Renting a bike is an option but the place is so full of vehicles that it may be a little unsafe. There are no demarcated bike lanes in most places. If you think you know the place around and feel confident about it, there are a few bike rental agencies. Follow rules and avoid fines which can be a little heavy.
Las Vegas Monorail: which runs the length along the Strip is a good way to see the place. The Rail has 7 stops on the Strip to cover the entire Strip. A single trip is about $5, while a day pass is $15
Bus: There are SDX Bus and Deuce Bus. This is also a good way to get around in Vegas.
Taxi: A little costlier option but definitely quicker. You can get a taxi at many casinos. Airport to The Strip may cost about #25. Carry some cash as cards may have additional charges.
Great spots nearby
There are several places near the Las Vegas Strip that are popular tourist destinations and worth visiting (some are ideal for a day trip). Distance from Vegas Strip is the main criteria and hence filtered out places far from Vegas
- The Neon Museum: Located just north of the Strip, The Neon Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the iconic neon signs of Las Vegas.
- Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area: Located about 20 miles west of Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon offers scenic drives, hiking trails, and rock climbing opportunities.
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area: Located about 30 miles east of Las Vegas, Lake Mead offers boating, fishing, and water activities.
- Hoover Dam: Located about 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas, the Hoover Dam is a marvel of engineering and a popular tourist destination. Visitors can take a tour of the dam and learn about its history and construction.
- Valley of Fire State Park: Located about 60 miles northeast of Las Vegas, Valley of Fire is Nevada’s oldest and largest state park, known for its red sandstone formations and ancient petroglyphs.
- Death Valley National Park: Located about 120 miles west of Las Vegas, Death Valley is known for its extreme temperatures and unique landscapes, including sand dunes, salt flats, and canyons.
While in Vegas, Do not miss..
Rainbow latte
Casino Royale
Brunch sitting on the strip
A pool party