Most Expensive Hotels in Las Vegas - Ritzy Baseline Rooms
Key Points:
- Based on my random sampling of dates, the most expensive hotels on the Strip are Encore, Wynn, and Palazzo.
- Luxury resorts that are often more affordable include W, Crockfords at Resorts World, and Aria.
- Downtown, the most expensive hotel was Circa, which was much cheaper than peer resorts on the Strip
Ever heard the old saying "You get what you pay for"? Well, the same is true for hotels in Vegas.
While there's a resort for all tastes, interests, and budgets, we're going to look at the best of the best - The most expensive, luxurious, and desirable options.
Methodology: I compared rates for 10 randomly selected nights that land on both weeknights and weekends.
I used the same 10 dates for all resorts to ensure an apples-to-apples comparison, and I factored in resort fees.
I've also stayed at nearly every resort on this breakdown and will link out to my hotel reviews.
Spendiest Strip Hotels
While these hotels are ranked from most to least expensive, the order tends to be pretty fluid, depending on what events, concerts, or sporting events are in town at any given time.
Encore
Situated on the north end of the Strip, Encore exudes the luxury Wynn Resorts is known for.
In addition to stunningly designed & maintained guestrooms, the resort is known for its opulent pool, high-end shopping, and numerous upscale dining options. Luxury is everywhere at Encore, and no detail is overlooked.
At an average nightly rate of $673.70, Encore isn't cheap, but it is worth it if you want the best of the best.
Here's the wildest part: Encore's hotel tower is being renovated. The project is underway, and fresh rooms are already online.
It doesn't appear to be a "full gutting," and the rooms' fresh furnishings & decor are similar to Wynn's fresh room product (below).
Check out my Encore hotel review!
Wynn
Slightly less expensive than Encore, Wynn averaged $638.70 per night.
A common theme in this breakdown of spendy hotels is recent renovation work, and Wynn is no exception.
Wynn's 2,674 rooms were all recently updated as part of a $200 million project conceived by Wynn's Chief Creative Officer, Todd-Avery Lenahan.
You won't be disappointed.
See my renovated Resort King Room Review.
Waldorf Astoria
While this could easily rank as the most expensive hotel in Las Vegas on any given night, Waldorf came in 3rd for our sample dates at $626.24/nt.
Waldorf Astoria's room product impressed, boasting unique amenities like bath salts, a tea kettle, a coffee maker with *nice* coffee, and a bathroom to die for.
There was even a shoehorn. Not sure I've seen that before.
If you're on a budget like me, you can often catch this one in the $300s on Sunday or Monday nights.
I recently stayed in a City View King Room for $373.73 and loved it.
Palazzo
Suites at Palazzo offer an impressive 720 square feet of space, with a separate living area that's perfect for relaxing after a long day trekking up and down the Strip.
In addition to space to stretch out, rooms at Palazzo are elegant, with marble bathroom features, stylish touches throughout the suite, electric blind controls, and 3 TVs.
As you can imagine, extra space and luxury cost a pretty penny - Palazzo's suites averaged $454.40 per night over the 10 dates sampled.
I stayed in one of Palazzo's Luxury Suites and can't wait to return.
The Venetian
Baseline suites at The Venetian are a smidge smaller than those at Palazzo, weighing in at 650 square feet, but offer a nearly identical footprint and set of amenities.
Like at Palazzo, suites have a living area, luxurious bathrooms, and an overall feel of quality, all at a slightly lower average price point of $428.80 per night.
Suites at The Venetian were all recently renovated, and I loved the new color scheme, furnishings, and decor.
Bellagio
As you'd expect, Bellagio ranks among the most expensive hotels in Vegas, with an average room rate of $428.60 during my 10-night sample.
Bellagio also recently refreshed its rooms as part of a project that wrapped up in 2021, touching all 2,500+ rooms.
Of course, the hotel's allure extends well beyond the rooms themselves. In fact, Bellagio is home to some of the most popular free things to do in Las Vegas, like the Fountains of Bellagio and the Conservatory.
If fine dining is your thing, I'd recommend snagging reservations at one of Bellagio's restaurants with a fountain view.
See my recent Premier 2 Queen Room!
Caesars Palace
At an average nightly rate of $389.40, the iconic Caesars Palace ranks as the 6th most expensive hotel on the Strip.
Aside from the rooms, amenities that most impress me at Caesars include their high-end Bacchanal Buffet, beautiful Garden of the Gods pool complex, and "Absinthe", a variety show that'll leave you both amazed and doubled over in laughter.
Notably, the sprawling resort offers room options that span the price/quality spectrum, and you can often score a relatively cheap room in their freshly renovated Colosseum Tower.
My most recent stay was in their Nobu Tower, and if I'm being honest, I think you can get more room for your money at almost any other resort on this rundown.
The Reserve at Park MGM
A hotel within a hotel at Park MGM, The Reserve offers an island of upscale luxury at a mid-tier resort that boasts a great location on the south end of the Strip.
Notably, Park MGM is the only smoke-free resort in Las Vegas.
At an average nightly rate of $364.50, The Reserve rounds out my rundown of the seven most expensive hotels in Vegas.
Other Luxury Strip Resorts To Consider
If you're looking to save a few bucks without skimping on luxury, check out the following resorts that are cheaper, yet still *very* luxurious.
Resorts World - Crockfords
Crockfords is the most luxurious & exclusive of the 3 flags at Resorts World.
Despite being one of the nicest hotel rooms I've ever stayed in, Crockfords is often cheaper than the options above thanks to the resort's less-than-ideal location.
My recent Crockfords stay was extraordinary, although I found the room to be a bit bland in the looks department.
The average Resorts World Crockfords rate was $252.72.
Mandalay Bay & W
I've grown to enjoy the quiet luxury of both Mandalay Bay and W, which is located away from the chaos on the south reaches of the Strip.
While the location leaves a bit to be desired, Mandalay offers a free tram that shuttles guests north to both Luxor and Excalibur.
The average rates at Mandalay Bay and Delano were $298.50 and $354.20, respectively.
Check out my recent stays in a Penthouse Sky View Suite at Mandalay Bay and a Stay Well King Suite at W (Delano at the time, but the room hasn't changed) - Both were great.
Aria
Ranking in the middle of the pack price-wise at $337.50, Aria can be an absolute steal during non-peak times when rates are low.
The resort reeks of modern luxury, rooms are packed with techy "bells & whistles", and it's situated right in the middle of the action on the Strip.
I recently stayed in a Deluxe Room at Aria, and it soundly exceeded expectations.
Excitingly, every room at Aria will be renovated as part of a project kicking off in late 2026.
Vdara
Coming in at a comparatively affordable average price of $286.30 per night, Vdara should be on your short list of budget-friendly(er) luxury options.
Baseline Studio rooms are spacious by Vegas standards at 582 square feet and boast a kitchenette - A rare amenity on the Strip.
I assume pricing is often depressed at Vdara because it lacks a casino, but fear not. Vdara is connected to both Bellagio and The Cosmopolitan via an indoor walkway, and Aria is a 1.5-minute outdoor walk away.
This is one of the most underrated hotels in Las Vegas.
Check out my recent stay in one of Vdara's Studio Parlor rooms.
Most Expensive Hotel on Fremont Street
Circa
Circa, the first new resort to be built on Fremont Street in decades, easily takes the title of the most expensive hotel in downtown Las Vegas, and it wasn't particularly close.
Notably, however, the average nightly rate of $230.78 is significantly cheaper than peer resorts on the Strip.
I'm a Circa fanboy and love the "uniqueness" you can't find anywhere else in Vegas, including a 3-story sportsbook, Stadium Swim rooftop pool amphitheater, and refurbished Vegas Vickie.
Check out my Single King room review.
There you have it, the most expensive hotels in Las Vegas, both on the Strip and Downtown. No matter why you're looking to spend up, it's tough to go wrong with any of the options above.
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I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.
