One block from the Fremont Street Experience, the 362-room El Cortez is a solid value pick in downtown Vegas. Standard rooms are small and dated, but renovated Cabana Suites are bursting with bright colors, and the four individually decorated Designer Suites feature cool design details. Like most hotels in downtown Vegas, El Cortez lacks a pool and has limited dining choices, though its casino restaurant, Siegel's 1941, has a retro brasserie vibe that pays tribute to the hotel's midcentury vintage. Travelers could consider the nearby Golden Nugget, which has two pools and several restaurant options including buffets and steakhouses, as an alternative, but its location isn't as quiet.
One block from the Fremont Street Experience, the 362-room El Cortez is a solid value pick in downtown Vegas. Standard rooms are small and dated, but renovated Cabana Suites are bursting with bright colors, and the four individually decorated Designer Suites feature cool design details. Like most hotels in downtown Vegas, El Cortez lacks a pool and has limited dining choices, though its casino restaurant, Siegel's 1941, has a retro brasserie vibe that pays tribute to the hotel's midcentury vintage. Travelers could consider the nearby Golden Nugget, which has two pools and several restaurant options including buffets and steakhouses, as an alternative, but its location isn't as quiet.
Several blocks from the lights and sounds of Downtown Vegas, the 406-room Main Street Station offers a quiet, Old West-inspired atmosphere. A cheap buffet and a casino with 20 times odds in craps and 800 video poker and slot machines attracts an older clientele. But rooms are basic, and there's no pool, fitness center, or fine dining.
Several blocks from the lights and sounds of Downtown Vegas, the 406-room Main Street Station offers a quiet, Old West-inspired atmosphere. A cheap buffet and a casino with 20 times odds in craps and 800 video poker and slot machines attracts an older clientele. But rooms are basic, and there's no pool, fitness center, or fine dining.
California Hotel and Casino is a three-pearl, Hawaiian-themed property in downtown Las Vegas, a five-minute walk from the bustling Fremont Street Experience. Its 779 modern rooms were renovated in 2017 and have gray-toned contemporary interiors. The hotel’s casino has been renovated to include table games, a sports book, and coin-operated slot machines (a rarity in Vegas these days). There are also two bars and four restaurants, including a Hawaiian restaurant that serves ox tail and spam dishes -- but overall, they get mixed reviews. Other amenities include a small pool, gym, and free shuttles to The Strip. There's no resort fee, but Wi-Fi and parking cost extra. For a cheaper downtown stay with a huge pool and casino, it’s worth trying your luck at Downtown Grand, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
California Hotel and Casino is a three-pearl, Hawaiian-themed property in downtown Las Vegas, a five-minute walk from the bustling Fremont Street Experience. Its 779 modern rooms were renovated in 2017 and have gray-toned contemporary interiors. The hotel’s casino has been renovated to include table games, a sports book, and coin-operated slot machines (a rarity in Vegas these days). There are also two bars and four restaurants, including a Hawaiian restaurant that serves ox tail and spam dishes -- but overall, they get mixed reviews. Other amenities include a small pool, gym, and free shuttles to The Strip. There's no resort fee, but Wi-Fi and parking cost extra. For a cheaper downtown stay with a huge pool and casino, it’s worth trying your luck at Downtown Grand, an Ascend Collection Hotel.
The biggest draws at the Four Queens are its casino, low room rates, fabulously old-school steakhouse, and prime location in the heart of the Fremont Street Experience. The 690 rooms are basic and dated, despite renovations throughout 2016 that added new bathrooms with walk-in showers. Guests in want of a pool, fitness center, or spa (Four Queens lacks all three) might prefer the two pools (one with a shark tank and and one for adults) at the Golden Nugget, another vintage downtown Vegas property.
The biggest draws at the Four Queens are its casino, low room rates, fabulously old-school steakhouse, and prime location in the heart of the Fremont Street Experience. The 690 rooms are basic and dated, despite renovations throughout 2016 that added new bathrooms with walk-in showers. Guests in want of a pool, fitness center, or spa (Four Queens lacks all three) might prefer the two pools (one with a shark tank and and one for adults) at the Golden Nugget, another vintage downtown Vegas property.
The Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, a mid-range property on happening Fremont Street, offers an old Vegas experience with a small Prohibition-era themed casino and two on-site bars. There's no pool or fitness center, and while the 122 rooms have been renovated, bathrooms could use a serious refresh. The Golden Gate houses Du-Par's Restaurant & Bakery, home of the Vegas signature shrimp cocktail. Be aware that guests are required to pay a resort fee on top of the room rate, and Wi-Fi comes with an additional charge. Guests might want to check out the Golden Nugget Hotel, also on Fremont Street, which has an indoor pool with a shark tank.
The Golden Gate Hotel & Casino, a mid-range property on happening Fremont Street, offers an old Vegas experience with a small Prohibition-era themed casino and two on-site bars. There's no pool or fitness center, and while the 122 rooms have been renovated, bathrooms could use a serious refresh. The Golden Gate houses Du-Par's Restaurant & Bakery, home of the Vegas signature shrimp cocktail. Be aware that guests are required to pay a resort fee on top of the room rate, and Wi-Fi comes with an additional charge. Guests might want to check out the Golden Nugget Hotel, also on Fremont Street, which has an indoor pool with a shark tank.
The 447-room Fremont Hotel and Casino is a mid-range, classic Las Vegas property complete with flashing lights and lively casino action. This solid value pick doesn't have a pool or fitness center, but the rooms are clean and adequate and guests have access to the California Hotel's pool. There is no direct shuttle to the Strip, but there is plenty of casino and bar action as well as nightly entertainment on-site. The Fremont Street Experience is right outside the door, but some guests have complained about lingering cigarette smells.
The 447-room Fremont Hotel and Casino is a mid-range, classic Las Vegas property complete with flashing lights and lively casino action. This solid value pick doesn't have a pool or fitness center, but the rooms are clean and adequate and guests have access to the California Hotel's pool. There is no direct shuttle to the Strip, but there is plenty of casino and bar action as well as nightly entertainment on-site. The Fremont Street Experience is right outside the door, but some guests have complained about lingering cigarette smells.
Wedged between East Carson Ave and Fremont Street, The D is one of the best values in Downtown Las Vegas. The upper-middle-range, 629-room property features contemporary rooms, a multi-level casino, three on-site restaurants including a steakhouse, and a handful of popular bars. It’s also home to the world’s largest Keno board. While its fitness center is pretty lackluster, The D Las Vegas draws many repeat guests for its unfussy, fun atmosphere. Those looking to spend any time on The Strip should know the heart of the action is a 15-minute drive away. Travelers looking for a more exciting pool scene downtown should consider the nearby Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, though its entry-level rooms are pretty dated.
Wedged between East Carson Ave and Fremont Street, The D is one of the best values in Downtown Las Vegas. The upper-middle-range, 629-room property features contemporary rooms, a multi-level casino, three on-site restaurants including a steakhouse, and a handful of popular bars. It’s also home to the world’s largest Keno board. While its fitness center is pretty lackluster, The D Las Vegas draws many repeat guests for its unfussy, fun atmosphere. Those looking to spend any time on The Strip should know the heart of the action is a 15-minute drive away. Travelers looking for a more exciting pool scene downtown should consider the nearby Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, though its entry-level rooms are pretty dated.