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

Key Points:

• Sub $100/nt rooms at MGM Grand, NYNY, and Paris are my top budget picks.

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

• Often, you can get more room for your money 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.

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 lights under the end tables.  

The room had a coffee maker with complimentary coffee, an empty mini-fridge, and felt modern, genuinely nice, and 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. It’s worth it, though, thanks to the views & photo opportunities.

You can add a thrill ride to your observation deck ticket for just $7 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 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. 

Tip: Check out their hotel offers page. Westgate has been waiving resort fees and giving guests a $75 dining credit per day. After accounting for this, my brother's room was damn near free.

At 400 square feet, the room felt spacious, had an empty mini-fridge, and let you catch some zzzz's under the watchful eye of both Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe.  

Pretty sweet view of the Strip, too.  

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 I've seen. The shower and toilet are separated and hide behind two giant sliding mirrors on either side of the sink.  

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

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 on the 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.  

They also 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 having some separation from the "freak show" is something I appreciate.

A bonus, Main Street Station has one of the most beautiful casino floors in Vegas.

The Victorian-era theme slaps.

The resort is home to the last remaining buffet downtown, which shares the gaming floor's aesthetic. 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.

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

Notably, resort fees are waived for those on a Boyd Rewards comp. Rare for a low roller to get a completely free room nowadays.  

9. Harrah's

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

Every room at Harrah’s has been touched by 2 separate renovation projects that occurred in 2017 and 2020, and the work has 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 location matters more, since 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 $69, and the resort fee is waived when you book 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 you can stock cheaply at the CVS 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, with pops of color, photos of random people and scenes hanging on 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-and-go counters, sit-down restaurants, bars, and shopping.

It’s a cool scene, and everyone in your group can 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 often priced under $100 per night.

The bathroom has a bit more “wow factor” than others on this rundown, thanks to the stand-alone tub that steals the show and 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 convenience stores and countless dining options are reachable in minutes.

Many of those dining options qualify as dirt-cheap, like breakfast specials at Blondies and La Salsa Cantina or this $5.99 burger basket at Ketchup.  

5. Luxor's Tower Premier Rooms

Now, Be Honest. Didn’t think you’d see Luxor this close to the top of the list, did ya?  

Luxor’s cheapest rooms are in the pyramid, and they were renovated in 2021, but I was underwhelmed by my Pyramid Premier room.  

A few months later, I stayed in a Tower Premier King Room, which was actually the adjoining room on a 2-bedroom suite I booked, and I'd book it again in a heartbeat.  

The Tower Premier King starts in the mid-$60s after fees, about 10% more than lesser rooms in the pyramid, and they’re considerably nicer. It’s also sizable at nearly 450 square feet.   

The decor was modern, the TV was brand new, furnishings were in great shape, the toilet could flush a bowling ball, and it felt like it was renovated within the past month vs. 2018, when they were last touched. 

This is a great budget-friendly room. 

Luxor also boasts a sprawling pool scene in the shadow of the pyramid, along with differentiated attractions like Bodies... The Exhibition, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, and Play Playground, which give adults the chance to relive their childhood. 

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 Downtown Grand's compactness. 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, with a $3 dog & a beer deal, $1 BJ, and $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, are the theming elements scattered throughout the resort's exterior and interior, 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 the mock Eiffel Tower is pretty unique. 

2. New York New York

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

The resulting accommodations start in the mid-$80s after fees and feature a modern vibe with 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 decsent 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 resort's village eateries section 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, but we recently stayed there and liked the room quite a bit.  

There was even an empty fridge available.   

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.  

I'd love to hear from you in the comments - What's your go-to, affordable hotel in Las Vegas that delivers VALUE?

Get a better look at each room via my video on YouTube!