How to avoid paying parking fees in Las Vegas
Travel to Las Vegas is booming and next year promises to be another exciting year for the city.
While Fontainebleau Las Vegas and The Sphere (a $1.8 billion entertainment venue with the world’s largest spherical structure) opening in 2023, each continues to draw crowds. Of course, tourists also flock to the area to enjoy the nonstop, around-the-clock casino and entertainment activities, dynamic culinary scene, and countless hotels.
However, is there one thing that is hard to find in this city? Free parking.
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If you want to spend your money on dinner, drinks, a show, or a casino instead of parking, we have good news: We’ve found some ways to park without paying a fee.
This includes looking for hotels that offer free parking for guests and visitors. We also have some workarounds to get free parking on The Strip.
Here are all the tips and tricks you need to know.
Stay at a hotel with free parking
Whether you’re looking for budget or luxury accommodations, several hotels in and around The Strip offer free parking.
If you’re bringing a car and free parking is paramount, plan to visit Strip Stalwarts Circus Circus Hotel and Casino, Sahara Las Vegas, Trump International Hotel Las Vegas and Treasure Island Las Vegas. These hotels all offer free parking for both visitors and hotel guests.
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Some hotels only provide free parking for hotel guests. These include The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas (which also has complimentary valet), Wynn Las Vegas and Encore at Wynn Las Vegas.
Above related to IHG Venetian and Palazzo members, Venetian Grazie Rewards Premier and above receive free self-parking. Nevada residents receive three hours of free self-parking by scanning their valid Nevada driver’s license at a self-parking kiosk. Note: IHG will cut ties with Venetian in 2025 so this policy may change.
Parking is free through MGM and Caesar Rewards
Elite members of MGM’s rewards program enjoy free parking at MGM Resorts properties – including the Cosmopolitan, Bellagio Las Vegas, Aria Resort & Casino And MGM Grand – depending on their status level. Currently, members with Pearl status or higher receive free self-parking, while members with Gold status or higher are eligible for free valet parking.
Self-parking is also free for existing MGM Rewards Mastercard holders.
MGM Rewards members with Pearl status or higher are also eligible for free parking during the special event.
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For Caesars loyalists, Caesars Rewards offers free valet parking and self-parking for those with Platinum status or higher.
Free parking at the shopping center
If you want free parking during the day and don’t mind a short walk to your destination, consider parking at a shopping center. Fashion Show Las Vegas, The Shoppes at Mandalay Bay and Shops at Crystals all offer free self parking.
Free parking at the mall can be convenient if you visit nearby casinos that do not have free parking. Just be aware of mall hours. Also, move your car when stores are closed as overnight parking is not allowed.
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Free parking for veterans
Caesars Entertainment offers special discounts for veterans, active duty U.S. military personnel and their spouses.
Salute members receive free parking at Caesars hotels, including Caesars Palace, Harrah’s Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood and others. Salute also delivers discount about meals and show tickets.
Free parking for locals
As a local pays to find free parking in Las Vegas.
At all MGM resorts, Nevada residents receive up to three hours of free self-parking by presenting a valid Nevada driver’s license at the exit gate, except during special events.
Local residents also get three hours of free parking at Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, Harrah’s Las Vegas, Horseshoe Las Vegas (Bally’s property) and Hard rock (formerly Illusion). Three hours of free parking at Paris Las Vegas is also available to Nevada residents.
Use a ride-hailing service
If you want to avoid parking fees and the hassle of renting a car, ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft are the way to go.
You can call a car from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to a hotel on The Strip for about $25. Traveling without a rental car is possible and free thanks to the free shuttle provided between popular hotels on The Strip.
Bottom line
Travel to Vegas is booming, but you don’t have to dip into your entertainment budget to pay for parking.
Instead, follow these tips to avoid Las Vegas parking fees next year and use the money you save to play and stay in Sin City.
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