A holiday is the stuff of dreams, but it doesn’t have to break the bank. Las Vegas isn't just about spending all your time and money in the casino's, there's plenty to enjoy at all costs. Most of all, a holiday is about relaxing and making memories - whatever it is you're doing!
When picking your Las Vegas hotel, it's a great idea to look for ones that offer great value for money. Whether it's complimentary breakfast, resort fee wavied, or free parking - these added extras can help to save money to spend elsewhere!
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
This chic, quirky and cool Virgin Hotels Las Vegas will be sure to bowl you over from the offset. Wet your appetite with world-class dining, and be spoilt for choice with the bars and lounges on offer here.
When you think of Las Vegas, the glitz and glam of the strip spring to mind. There are so many hotels to choose from, right in the heart of the action, plenty of which are budget friendly...
Picking a hotel that is off the strip can help to keep costs down, and you'll still be within easy access of all the fun! Bars and casinos away from the strip will typically be cheaper too...
Flying indirect is a great option to bring the cost of your holiday down, and the additional flight duration can be as little as 3 hours! No need to worry about your luggage on route, just pick it up at your final destination. A quick change of planes and you'll arrive in Vegas ready for those casinos, shows, and all round good fun.
We can offer a wide range of indirect flights with Virgin Atlantic.
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Located in downtown Las Vegas, here you can enjoy live music for free - every night of the week! With a rotating schedule of non-stop talent, this is a great option for a cheap night out.
Every 15-30 minutes the 8.5-acre lake is filled with an explosion of water from over 1,200 nozzles shooting water up to 460ft in the air, illuminated by 4,500 lights. Get your camera ready!
At this 4-acre Wildlife Habitat, located at the aptly named 'Flamingo' hotel, you can wander through and see Chilean Flamingos as well as unique birds and exotic fish.
Each season, this 14,000-square-foot Botanical Garden replicates sights, sounds, scents and colours. Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter are all featured—along with a special display for Lunar New Year.
The iconic sign that marks the start of the strip. This is a fantastic photo shoot opportunity (don't go home without it) and a nice chance to take a wander to the Southern end.
So much more than just a few paintings, this free art warehouse hosts a whole range of artists, galleries and shops. And on the first Friday of each month there's a free festival to enjoy too!
Almost every bar in Vegas will have some kind of happy hour, especially on weekdays, with selected food and drink available at discounted prices. So do your research beforehand to time your visit right!
Lots of the hotels on the strip offer 'All you can eat' buffets during the day. And whilst the price tag may appear hefty at some of them, it can be a great way to fill up for the day, meaning you only need a small snack come the evening.
Pretty much every hotel has one, and you'll find well-known chains such as Subway, Pizza Hut and McDonalds to curb you hunger at low cost prices.
Head away from the street to Fremont Street, and you'll find the average drinks price is a bit more pleasing on the eye. Filament bar at Fremont serve $3 beers, 24 hours a day!
A free shuttle service running between a number of exciting attractions including Fremont St, Las Vegas North Premium Oulets, The Stratosphere and more!
Connecting Bellagio, Vdara, Park MGM, The Shops at Crystals and ARIA - this tram is free and a great way to travel without working up too much of a sweat!
This express tram is free, and whill whizz you from Mandalay bay to the Excalibur (with a stop at the Luxor) in no time.
Another free to ride tram that will take you from the Mirage to Treasure Island - and it only takes 90 seconds!
A great way to see the main sights and attractions, and with a day ticket you can get off an on as many times as you like.
With trains arriving every 4-8 minutes at seven stations, you can ride knowing you are using the fastest, cleanest, and most efficient method of transport to get you up and down the strip.
Complimentary coupon book for Miracle Mile Shops!
Book your Las Vegas holiday with Virgin Atlantic Holidays and you'll receive a coupon book full of discounts and special offers for shops, restaurants and shows at Miracle Mile Shops within Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino.
Book and travel before 31 December 2024.
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The further you step away from the strip, the more the prices will come down. This is the case for hotels, bars, restaurants, and casinos. Fremont street is a great place to start, with free live music and dollar casino machines.
Almost every Las Vegas hotel will charge a resort fee upon check-out, so make sure you've factored this into your budget. Keep an eye our for hotels where this has been waived, or where they include added benefits so you can get the most for your dollar bills!
Vegas hotel rates are cheapest Monday to Thursday, with elevated rates at the weekend. You'll also find more happy hours available during the weekdays. Travelling during the shoulder seasons (March - May and September - November) will also help keep the costs down.
Even if your trip to Las Vegas is part of a road trip, it's best to pick up your car as you leave so you can avoid hefty parking charges! The city is very pedestrian friendly and there are plenty of free trams to take advantage of.
When you check into your hotel, keep an eye out for voucher booklets in the lobby, which will offer a range of discounts at shops, restaurants and bars.
If you're happy to be flexible with which shows you see, it's worth waiting until the day to visit the kiosks and see what bargains can be had for last minute tickets.
Get your bottled water, snacks and any other refreshments from shops such as Walgreens and CVS. They'll be much cheaper than the hotel prices when you get thirsty back in your room
