What Are Las Vegas Resort Fees?
Las Vegas resort fees — also called "destination fees," "amenity fees," or "facility fees" depending on the property — are mandatory nightly charges added to your hotel bill on top of the advertised room rate. As of April 2026, every major Strip hotel charges a resort fee ranging from $39.00 to $62.36 per night (tax included). The only notable exception is the Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, which charges no resort fee and includes all amenities in the room rate.
These fees are not optional. You cannot decline them by refusing to use the pool or gym. They are charged regardless of whether you use any of the included amenities, and they are the same amount whether you book directly through the hotel or through a third-party site like Expedia or Booking.com. The fee is collected at check-out, which is why it doesn't appear in the initial price shown on booking platforms.
All fees shown in this guide include Nevada's 13.38% tax (which itself is applied to the resort fee). Fees are per room per night and apply regardless of the number of guests in the room.
Use the sortable table below to compare fees across all 33 properties. Click any column header to sort. Use the filter buttons to narrow by tier or to show only hotels where loyalty program members can get the fee waived.
| Hotel↕ | Fee/Night↓ | Tier↕ | Location↕ | Loyalty Program | Waiver Tier | What's Included | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellagio | $62.36 | Luxury | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, in-room coffee, newspaper | $18–$25/day |
| The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas | $62.36 | Luxury | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$35/day |
| Fontainebleau Las Vegas | $62.36 | Luxury | North Strip | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $20–$35/day |
| The Palazzo at The Venetian | $62.36 | Luxury | North Strip | World of Hyatt | Globalist | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$30/day |
| The Venetian Resort Las Vegas | $62.36 | Luxury | North Strip | World of Hyatt | Globalist | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$30/day |
| Caesars Palace | $62.30 | Luxury | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, newspaper | $18–$28/day |
| Planet Hollywood Resort | $62.30 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $18–$28/day |
| Westgate Las Vegas | $57.82 | Premium | Convention Center | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$20/day |
| Encore at Wynn Las Vegas | $56.69 | Luxury | North Strip | Wynn Rewards | Black Card | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, newspaper | $18–$30/day |
| Wynn Las Vegas | $56.69 | Luxury | North Strip | Wynn Rewards | Black Card | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, newspaper | $18–$30/day |
| Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | $56.69 | Premium | South Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, Mandalay Beach, local calls | $15–$25/day |
| Virgin Hotels Las Vegas | $56.69 | Premium | East of Strip | Virgin Hotels | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$20/day |
| Paris Las Vegas | $56.63 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, newspaper | $18–$28/day |
| Flamingo Las Vegas | $56.63 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $18–$28/day |
| Harrah's Las Vegas | $56.63 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $18–$28/day |
| Horseshoe Las Vegas | $56.63 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $18–$28/day |
| The LINQ Hotel + Experience | $56.63 | Premium | Center Strip | Caesars Rewards | Diamond+ | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $18–$28/day |
| Circa Resort & Casino | $56.50 | Value | Downtown | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, Stadium Swim pool, local calls | $15–$20/day |
| ARIA Resort & Casino | $55.00 | Luxury | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$25/day |
| Vdara Hotel & Spa at ARIA | $55.00 | Luxury | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$25/day |
| Resorts World Las Vegas (Hilton) | $45.00 | Luxury | North Strip | Hilton Honors | Diamond | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee | $18–$28/day |
| Resorts World Las Vegas (Conrad) | $45.00 | Luxury | North Strip | Hilton Honors | Diamond | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls, in-room coffee, minibar credit | $18–$28/day |
| Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas | $45.00 | Luxury | Center Strip | Hilton Honors | Diamond | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, spa access, local calls | $30–$45/day |
| MGM Grand Hotel & Casino | $39.00 | Premium | South Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$22/day |
| Park MGM Las Vegas | $39.00 | Premium | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$22/day |
| New York-New York Hotel & Casino | $39.00 | Premium | Center Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$22/day |
| Excalibur Hotel & Casino | $39.00 | Premium | South Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$22/day |
| Luxor Hotel and Casino | $39.00 | Premium | South Strip | MGM Rewards | Noir | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$22/day |
| Treasure Island | $39.00 | Premium | North Strip | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | Free self-park for guests |
| SAHARA Las Vegas | $39.00 | Premium | North Strip | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $15–$20/day |
| The Strat Hotel, Casino & Skypod | $39.00 | Value | North Strip | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $12–$18/day |
| Circus Circus Hotel & Casino | $39.00 | Value | North Strip | None | — | Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool, local calls | $12–$18/day |
| Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas | FREE | Luxury | South Strip | Four Seasons | — | No resort fee — all amenities included in room rate | $30–$45/day |
What Do Las Vegas Resort Fees Actually Cover?
Nearly every Strip hotel bundles the same core amenities into their resort fee: high-speed Wi-Fi, fitness center access, pool access, and local phone calls. The difference between a $39 and a $62 fee is rarely about the amenity list — it's about the hotel's market positioning and revenue strategy.
Luxury properties like Wynn, Bellagio, and The Venetian justify their higher fees partly through the quality of the amenities — think multi-pool complexes with private cabanas, premium fitness equipment, and faster Wi-Fi — and partly because the fee represents a smaller percentage of their higher room rates. At a $500/night room, a $62 fee is 12.4% of the total. At a $100/night room at Circus Circus, a $39 fee is 39% of the room rate — a far more significant hidden cost.
The most important thing to understand: resort fees are non-negotiable for most guests. You cannot opt out by declining the amenities, and the fee is the same whether you book directly or through a third-party site. The only reliable exceptions are top-tier loyalty status with specific programs (detailed below) and booking the Four Seasons, which charges no resort fee at all.
Standard Inclusions (All Tiers)
- ·High-speed Wi-Fi (100–500 Mbps)
- ·Fitness center access
- ·Pool access
- ·Local & toll-free calls
- ·In-room coffee or bottled water
Luxury Tier Extras
- ·Newspaper delivery
- ·Printing credits
- ·Spa access discounts
- ·Resort credits ($10–$25)
- ·Premium Wi-Fi (1 Gbps+)
One important note on parking: resort fees do not cover parking at most Strip hotels. Self-parking typically costs $15–$35/day and valet $20–$45/day, charged separately. Treasure Island is the only major Strip hotel that offers free self-parking to hotel guests. When calculating your true nightly total, add both the resort fee and parking costs to the base room rate.
How to Calculate Your True Nightly Cost
The advertised room rate is only one component of what you'll actually pay. Use this formula to calculate your true nightly cost before booking:
Example: A Bellagio room advertised at $220/night actually costs:
That's 50% more than the advertised $220 rate. Always calculate the true total before comparing hotels.
How Las Vegas Resort Fees Have Grown (2015–2026)
Las Vegas resort fees have increased dramatically over the past decade, consistently outpacing inflation. Understanding this trend helps explain why the fees feel so jarring to travelers who haven't visited in a few years.
| Year | Avg. Strip Fee | Top Luxury Fee | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | $25–$30 | $35 | Fees just beginning to spread beyond budget properties |
| 2017 | $30–$35 | $40 | Major chains standardize fees across all properties |
| 2019 | $35–$40 | $45 | MGM and Caesars raise fees across their portfolios |
| 2021 | $35–$42 | $50 | Slight pause during COVID recovery; fees resume rising |
| 2023 | $45–$52 | $58 | Post-pandemic surge; fees hit new highs across all tiers |
| 2025 | $50–$56 | $62 | Luxury tier standardizes at $62.36; value tier at $39–$51 |
| 2026 | $52 | $62.36 | Current: fees stable but no signs of reduction |
The trend is clear: resort fees have roughly doubled over the past decade and show no sign of reversing. The FTC has proposed rules requiring all-in pricing disclosure, but as of 2026 these have not been enacted. The most effective consumer response remains researching fees before booking and factoring them into your hotel comparison.
Which Loyalty Programs Waive Resort Fees?
Resort fee waivers are the most reliable way to eliminate the fee entirely. As of 2026, the following programs offer waivers for their highest-tier members. Note that lower tiers typically do not receive waivers — you need to reach the top tier of each program. Always confirm the current benefit before booking, as policies change.
5 Strategies to Minimize Resort Fee Impact
1. Book the Four Seasons Las Vegas
The Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is the only major Strip property with no resort fee. All amenities — Wi-Fi, fitness center, pool access — are included in the room rate. The catch: rooms start at $350–$500/night, which is significantly higher than most mid-range Strip hotels. But if you're already considering a luxury property, the Four Seasons' all-in pricing often makes it more competitive than it initially appears.
2. Achieve Hilton Diamond status via credit card
Hilton Honors Diamond status is the most attainable top-tier loyalty status that includes resort fee waivers. You can earn Diamond status by spending $40,000/year on the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire card — no hotel stays required. Diamond status waives resort fees at Resorts World Las Vegas (Hilton and Conrad towers) and the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. If you stay at Hilton properties elsewhere, the card's annual fee ($550) is typically offset by the resort fee waivers and other benefits.
3. Target the lowest-fee properties for your tier
Within each quality tier, resort fees vary significantly. In the luxury tier, Resorts World charges $45/night while Bellagio charges $62.36/night — a $17.36/night difference for a 3-night stay adds up to $52. In the mid-range tier, MGM Grand, Park MGM, and Treasure Island charge $39/night while Planet Hollywood charges $62.30/night. Choosing the lower-fee option within your preferred tier is the simplest way to reduce total costs without sacrificing quality.
4. Use resort fee credits strategically
Some hotels offer resort credits — a daily credit toward food, beverage, or spa services — as part of the resort fee package. If you're going to spend money on dining or spa services anyway, a hotel that offers a $25 resort credit toward a $62 resort fee is effectively charging you $37 for the fee. Always check whether your hotel offers resort credits and whether you can realistically use them.
5. Stay off-Strip for longer trips
For trips of 5+ nights, staying at an off-Strip hotel with a lower or no resort fee can save $150–$300 compared to a Strip property. The Rio All-Suite Hotel charges $37/night in resort fees and is a 10-minute walk from the Strip. The Palms Casino Resort, Silverton Casino, and South Point Hotel charge even lower fees. The tradeoff is walkability — you'll need to Uber or drive to the Strip for most activities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avoid paying a Las Vegas resort fee?
In most cases, no. Resort fees are mandatory and apply regardless of whether you use the included amenities. However, top-tier loyalty members (Caesars Diamond+, MGM Rewards Noir, Wynn Black Card, Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Globalist) can have fees waived at participating properties. The Four Seasons Las Vegas charges no resort fee at all — it's the only major Strip property that includes all amenities in the room rate.
Are resort fees included in the price shown on booking sites?
No. Resort fees are collected directly by the hotel at check-out and are not included in the nightly rate displayed on Expedia, Hotels.com, Booking.com, or Google Hotels. Always add the resort fee to the advertised rate to calculate your true cost per night. Some booking sites now display the total price including fees — always check which figure you're comparing.
Which Las Vegas Strip hotels charge the highest resort fees in 2026?
As of April 2026, the highest resort fees on the Strip are $62.36/night, charged by Bellagio, The Cosmopolitan, Fontainebleau, The Venetian, The Palazzo, and Vdara. Caesars Palace and Planet Hollywood charge $62.30/night. All fees shown include Nevada's 13.38% tax.
Do resort fees cover parking at Las Vegas hotels?
Generally, no. Most Strip hotels charge separate self-parking ($15–$35/night) and valet fees ($20–$45/night) on top of the resort fee. Treasure Island is a notable exception — hotel guests receive free self-parking. A few properties include self-parking in the resort fee for certain loyalty tiers. Always confirm parking costs separately when calculating your true total.
Are Las Vegas resort fees legal?
Yes, they are currently legal. The FTC's Junk Fee Prevention Act, which would require mandatory all-in pricing, has been proposed but not enacted as of 2026. The FTC has taken enforcement action against deceptive fee disclosure practices, but the fees themselves remain permitted. Nevada law requires hotels to disclose resort fees at the time of booking, but does not prohibit them.
Do loyalty program members get resort fees waived?
It depends on the program and tier. Caesars Rewards Diamond+ members, MGM Rewards Noir members, Wynn Black card holders, Hilton Honors Diamond members, and World of Hyatt Globalist members have historically received resort fee waivers at participating properties. Always confirm the current benefit at the time of booking, as policies change. Lower loyalty tiers typically do not receive waivers.
What is typically included in a Las Vegas resort fee?
Most resort fees cover: high-speed Wi-Fi (typically 100–500 Mbps), fitness center access, pool access, local and toll-free phone calls, and in-room coffee or bottled water. Some luxury properties add newspaper delivery, printing credits, spa access discounts, or resort credits. The Four Seasons includes all amenities in the room rate with no separate fee.
Is the resort fee the same if I book directly vs. through a third party?
Yes. The resort fee amount is identical whether you book directly through the hotel website or through a third-party OTA like Expedia or Booking.com. The fee is always collected by the hotel at check-out, not by the booking platform. Booking directly does not reduce or eliminate the resort fee for most guests.
How much have Las Vegas resort fees increased over the years?
Las Vegas resort fees have increased dramatically over the past decade. In 2015, the average Strip resort fee was around $25–$30/night. By 2020 it had risen to $35–$45/night. By 2026, the average is approximately $52/night, with luxury properties charging $55–$62/night. The increases have consistently outpaced inflation and show no sign of reversing.
Can I dispute a resort fee on my credit card?
Technically yes, but it rarely succeeds. Resort fees are disclosed at the time of booking (even if buried in fine print), which means the hotel can demonstrate you agreed to pay them. Credit card chargebacks for resort fees are almost always denied because the charge is considered a disclosed, agreed-upon fee. Your best strategy is to research fees before booking and factor them into your budget.
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Jamie has stayed at over 40 Las Vegas hotels and tracks resort fee changes quarterly. She holds Diamond status with Caesars Rewards and Hilton Honors, and has personally verified the waiver policies and fee amounts listed on this page. Last verified: April 18, 2026.