My Favorite Budget-Friendly Hotels in Vegas – Under $100/nt!

Key Points:

• Topping the list of best budget rooms include MGM Grand, NYNY, and Paris.

• The Monorail makes Westgate a solid, off-Strip option – Don’t sleep on it.

• Often, more room for your money can be had at resorts in a less desirable location.

These are the BEST, inexpensive hotel rooms (that aren’t dumpy) in Vegas, starting under $100 after fees, sometimes less.  

These are typically no-frills rooms, but they serve their purpose well.  

There’s been a lot of loud chatter online about Vegas being a “ripoff” lately – These hotel rooms prove that you can still get a LOT for your money in Vegas.

13. Strat’s Elevate Rooms

On the northern reaches of the Strip, one of STRAT’s recently renovated Elevate rooms was shockingly nice for the price, which starts at under $100 all in. I paid $83 for my one-night stay.  

Highlights included creative lighting not typically found in budget rooms behind the headboard, and even motion-activated lighting under the end tables.  

There was a coffee maker with complimentary coffee, an empty mini-fridge, and the room felt modern, genuinely nice, and was spotless.  

The only thing I didn’t love was the window being covered with a sticker (the view must be terrible?), and obviously, the resort’s location isn’t ideal.  

Resort highlights include the observation deck, which costs $26.95 to experience. It’s worth it though, as you’ll be able to take in views of the Las Vegas valley from over 1,100 feet up.

A thrill ride can be added to your observation deck ticket for just $5 more. 

I also thought STRAT’s rooftop pool deck was pretty impressive for an affordable resort. 

12. Westgate

Westgate isn’t on the Strip, but the Las Vegas Monorail can get you there for just $6 one way, or $15 for a 24-hour pass, making it easy to slide into and out of the action.  

My brother recently stayed in a standard Signature King room, which commonly starts in the mid-$60s after fees. He found it to be solid for his all-in price of $96.50. 

At 400 square feet, the room felt spacious, had an empty mini-fridge, and where else are you able to catch some Zzzz’s under the watchful eye of both Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe?  

Pretty sweet view of the Strip as well.  

The resort pool complex was one Ike enjoyed, the fitness center was top shelf compared to others in town, and the Sportsbook is one we’ve caught countless special moments during March Madness over the years.  

Bottom line – Don’t let Westgate’s location scare you away. You’re a short monorail ride away from it all.  

11. Sahara

Another monorail-connected resort on the north end of the Strip, Sahara is a great spot for folks who appreciate value.  

Base rooms start in the low $70s after fees, and I’ve found them to be a great, affordable home base.   

Their cheapest room is the Blanca King, which has one of the more unique layouts you’ll ever see, with a split bathroom hiding behind two giant sliding mirrors on either side of the sink.  

There’s an empty fridge, and there’s Walgreens across the street to stock it up inexpensively.  

If the weird layout throws you, spend an extra $10-$15/nt to upgrade to a recently renovated Marra Style King, which are quite nice.

Sahara is a budget property that feels nicer than it’s priced.

The casino floor feels downright elegant, and table game minimums are typically a rung cheaper than you’d find mid-Strip.

The Pool (that’s what it’s called) is like a miniature Stadium Swim and is free for anyone to get into, even non-hotel guests.  

Don’t stress it, though, if that’s not your scene, they have a chill pool reserved for hotel guests that has a cool view of STRAT to the north.  

10. Main Street Station

Moving to Downtown, Main Street Station is steps away from the Fremont Street Experience and is home to the most gorgeous casino in all of Las Vegas, and that’s a hill I’ll die on.

The resort is also home to the last remaining buffet downtown, which shares the aesthetic of the gaming floor. The menu isn’t fancy, but it’s a good value for big eaters.  

Rooms start in the low $70s after fees, and I found it to be comfortable, clean, and … most importantly… quiet, although I’ve heard others mention train & freeway noise can be prevalent… Something to keep in mind.  

Main Street Station’s hotel is hardly “fancy”, but it’s comfortable, immaculately clean, and was in spectacular condition overall.  

Another perk, when gamblers are comped rooms at Boyd properties like MSS, the resort fee is also waived.  

Rare for a low roller to get a completely free room nowadays.  

9. Harrah’s

A standard guestroom at Harrah’s starts at around $70 after fees, and they’re fashionable for the price. 

Every room at Harrah’s was touched as part of 2 separate renovation projects that occurred in 2017 and 2020, and the work seems to have held up pretty well.  

The biggest knock against these rooms is their size; at 280-300 square feet, they’re among the smallest on the Strip.  This is a Mountain Deluxe Room – The cheapest available when we booked.

Size shouldn’t bug you too much if being in a great location is more important, as Harrah’s is right in the middle of it all, and even has its own monorail stop to get up and down the Strip.  

8. Treasure Island

Pricing for base rooms at TI starts at $79, and the resort fee is waived, provided you booked their “TV Ad Special” specifically.   

I think my brother summed it up best after his recent stay, saying the room “Doesn’t feel like a Sub $100 room”.  

The color scheme and wall art felt a bit dated, but the room, furnishings, and fixtures were in great condition.  

A massive bonus for the budget-conscious, the room had an empty mini-fridge that can be inexpensively stocked at the CVS located just off the casino floor.   

7. Park MGM

The only completely smoke-free casino on the Strip, Park MGM’s rooms are basic, starting at $99 per night after fees, yet trendy enough, featuring pops of color, photographs of random people and scenes hanging from the walls, and a bright tiled shower. 

The room certainly has a unique layout, with a tough TV angle that fortunately swivels out for viewing.

Park’s rooms are comfortable and in good condition for their asking price.   

Aside from the smoke-free casino, my favorite amenity at Park is Eataly, a collection of grab & go counters, sit-down restaurants, bars, and shopping.

It’s a cool scene, and everyone in your group will be able to find something that fits their tastes.  

6. Planet Hollywood

Ultra Hip rooms at Planet Hollywood offer up to 450 square feet of space and are frequently priced at under $100 per night.

The bathroom has a bit more “wow factor” than others included in this video, thanks to the stand-alone tub that steals the show, along with a stand-alone shower.  

The rest of the room is completely adequate, clean, and in pretty admirable condition considering they were last renovated in 2017, and having an empty fridge is a bonus.   

Your view may vary, but I also enjoyed catching a peek at the fountains.  

What really makes Planet Hollywood special is its mid-strip location and the Miracle Mile Shops, which are steps away from your room – meaning there are convenience stores and countless dining options, reachable in minutes. 

4. Downtown Grand’s Gallery Tower

Downtown Grand’s gallery tower was constructed in 2020, and the rooms within it have a modern feel, and most importantly, have been quiet… at least in my experience.  

My rooms have also had the most effective air conditioning I’ve experienced in a hotel. 

I paid $122 for my recent stay, but these rooms are commonly priced under $100 after fees.  

I love the compactness of Downtown Grand – You can get to the casino from your hotel room in minutes, and Fremont Street is a block away.  

Downtown Grand caters to the budget-conscious, serving a $3 dog & a beer deal, and deals $1 BJ in addition to $5-$10 craps in the casino. 

Furnace Bar is one of my favorite spots to chase video poker progressives.  

The rooftop pool is also a sunny, typically uncrowded scene.

3. Paris

The base room at Paris, their Bordeaux room, starts at just under $100 after fees and offers 390 square feet of space, French theming elements, and pops of red.  

Like others on the list, there’s no amenity here that’s going to wow you – it’s simply a nice room for the price, in a great location on the Strip.  

What makes Paris really special, though, is the theming elements scattered about the exterior and interior of the resort, and the indoor walkway connecting Paris to Horseshoe is also a nice-to-have amenity.  

The pool itself isn’t one of the best in Vegas, but the fact that it’s sandwiched between the hotel tower and mock Eiffel Tower is pretty unique. 

2. New York New York

New York New York’s rooms were touched as part of a $63 million renovation project that kicked off in 2022, which was desperately needed.  

The resulting accommodations start in the mid-$80s after fees, and have a modern vibe provided by pops of color, fresh furnishings, and a faux brick accent wall.  

They did a spectacular job sprucing these rooms up, while keeping the price suppressed.

For my money, no decent onto a casino floor gets my endorphins flowing more than the escalator at New York New York.  

The theming is still amazing after all these years, and the village eateries section of the resort is packed with affordable eats like pizza by the slice at Sirrico’s, sandwiches at Greenberg’s Deli, and rice bowls at Lucky Pig, among others.  

Even if you don’t plan to eat, the area is worth visiting, if only for the photo ops.  

1. MGM Grand’s Main Tower

MGM Grand recently wrapped up a $300 million renovation project that touched all 4,200+ rooms in the main tower, and I have these fresh rooms slotted as my current #1 budget room in Vegas.   

According to the press release, the room “Draws inspiration from the glamour of the disco era, seamlessly combined with modern elements to create an atmosphere that is both playful and elegant.  

Bold artwork and dynamic patterns will take guests on a journey through time, celebrating the resort’s rich history and legacy of excitement and entertainment, while embracing its forward-looking vision.”

If you’re like me, you gleaned absolutely nothing from that – Ike (my brother) recently stayed there, though, and liked the room quite a bit.  

There was even an empty fridge available to use.   

Now there’s a TON to do at MGM Grand, but the signature attraction in my mind is the pool complex, which spans 6.5 acres, has multiple bodies of water, plenty of palm trees, and a meandering lazy river.