You don't have to spend all your savings to enjoy a comfortable stay in Las Vegas. Maybe you can't live it up at the Bellagio, but you also don't need to limit yourself to motels and out-of-the-way spots. Here are five cheap hotels in Las Vegas that are close to the Strip.
1. Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery
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at Ellis Hotel and Casino[/caption]
Enjoy your stay at the family-owned Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery just a block east of the Strip. The hotel offers competitive rates as low as $26, making it a convenient spot for extended vacations in Las Vegas. The hotel has excellent dining options like the Ellis Island Barbecue, Village Pub, and Café, The Front Yard, and Via Focaccia.
Those who want to play will be in for a treat thanks to its in-house casino that offers nearly 300 slots, live blackjack, roulette, craps, and a sportsbook.
2. Oasis at Gold Spike
Oasis at Gold Spike is a popular, budget-friendly hotel with decent rooms. It's just a 3-minute walk from the Fremont Street Experience. The queen room is the cheapest and goes for $39 per night. Unlike its neighbors, the Gold Spike doesn't have gaming, which could be a perk. What it does have is a rockin', on-site bar that's usually packed with tourists and fun locals.
3. Hampton Inn, Las Vegas Strip South
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The pool at Hampton[/caption]
If you like a clean, comfortable room with a complimentary breakfast and basic amenities like a pool, then the Hampton Inn Hampton Inn Las Vegas Strip South might be a good value for the price. Set south of the Strip, this hotel offers a fitness center, outdoor pool, and quiet suites with full kitchens. It's generally priced at as low as $86 per night. The price could be considered high in another city, but compared to many Vegas hotels, this is a steal.
4. El Cortez Hotel and Casino
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The El Cortez Hotel and Casino[/caption]
Get a retro vibe of the city with a stay at the oldest continuously operating casino in Las Vegas. El Cortez Hotel and Casino is situated in Downtown Vegas, just a block from Fremont Street Experience. You can stay at this hotel for as low as $32 per night.
Don't worry about the hotel's age; it's been renovated over the years to keep its sheen.
5. Circus Circus
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Entrance Circus Circus[/caption]
Unlike the rest of the hotels on the list, Circus Circus is located on the Las Vegas Strip. You can find rooms for as low as $17 a night plus resort fees. Its location makes it a bargain, as you can easily access the Strip's best areas, including the Las Vegas Convention Center. Additionally, it features decent amenities that you can find at fancier resorts, like an indoor amusement park and a space dedicated to coin slots.