- 1). Be flexible in your travel dates so that when you begin searching for room rates, you have the option to choose a time frame when lodging costs are at their cheapest. For example, depending on room availability and a number of other factors, you might find that one night is significantly cheaper than another, or one time frame cheaper than another.
- 2). Look for rooms at casino-hotels that are off the Strip, Las Vegas Boulevard. Room rates at the Strip hotels tend to be more expensive than those just a block or two away.
- 3). Avoid Las Vegas during holidays, particularly New Year's Eve, when rooms are booked far in advance and are typically more expensive.
- 4). Travel to Las Vegas during the middle of the week, if possible, when you're likely to find the cheapest nightly rates. Weekend room rates, especially for Fridays and Saturdays, are generally the most expensive.
- 5). Steer clear of Las Vegas when a big event is in town, such as the National Finals Rodeo, which draws thousands of fans each December to the University of Nevada Las Vegas Thomas & Mack Center, which can hold about 17,000 fans. The large contingent of fans for such an event can mean rooms are difficult to come by, and those that are available are generally expensive.
- 6). Compare online travel discount sites for the lowest available nightly rates for your stay. Pay attention to total rates after taxes and fees, as some sites won't disclose the total amount until you've clicked through to the registration page.
- 7). Search individual hotel websites for any available discounts that might not be offered through online travel brokers. You might find inexpensive room rates and packages that include food, free gaming chips and free drinks.
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