15 Secret Vegas Money-Saving Hacks That Resorts Don't Want You to Know

15 Secret Vegas Money-Saving Hacks That Resorts Don't Want You to Know

By Michael Harrison

January 1, 2025 at 03:52 PM

Las Vegas is expensive, but these insider tips can help you save significantly on your next visit:

Smart Room Booking

  • Book the cheapest room at a nice resort through their website's "deals & offers" section
  • Ask about paid upgrades at check-in for better rates than booking premium rooms directly
  • Avoid major events and conventions when rooms are scarce and expensive

Person jumping joyfully on bed

Person jumping joyfully on bed

Money-Saving Essentials

  • Buy water, snacks, and alcohol from Strip drugstores (Walgreens/CVS) instead of resort shops
  • Avoid using the mini-bar fridge (MGM properties charge $50)
  • Use ice buckets for storing perishables
  • Bring a travel coffee maker to avoid $10 resort coffee

Water bottle with price sticker

Water bottle with price sticker

Transportation & Internet

  • Use the Deuce bus ($8/day or $20/3 days) instead of expensive rideshares
  • Connect only two devices to resort Wi-Fi (use phone hotspot for additional devices)

Double-decker Deuce bus in Vegas

Double-decker Deuce bus in Vegas

Dining & Entertainment

  • Take advantage of happy hour specials (like $6 draft beers at 424)
  • Check Yelp for check-in offers and discounts
  • Watch for and challenge CNF (concession and franchise) fees
  • Buy show tickets last-minute on StubHub for potential deals

Vegas venue and casino list

Vegas venue and casino list

Free Entertainment

  • Visit the Wynn's "Lake of Dreams" water show (runs every 30 minutes from 7 PM)
  • Request player discounts before checkout if you've gambled during your stay

Colorful fantasy lake scene at night

Colorful fantasy lake scene at night

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