Holiday Rates for Strip Hotels!!
 

We will be visiting Las Vegas for the first time this Thanksgiving (Nov 27-Dec2). Reviewing previous questions and responses from different forums, I see mention of "wait until holiday rates are posted". <BR><BR>Could anyone tell me when those rates might be posted? Also, what kind of rates should I expect for that time of the year?<BR><BR>We am thinking of staying at Aladdin (pricing seems to be the best so far)--but have considered Mirage, Treasure Island, Mandalay Bay, Paris...Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!

LV hotels generally post rates through a 3-4 month period (right now you can identify rates generally through October for most strip hotels) <BR><BR>As a frequent visitor to LV, my approach to finding good rates is based essentially on two things: 1 - a regular checking of internet postings of rates, plus the special offers I often receive directly from hotels. If I find something either way at a rate I like, I book it. (my high-end limit generally does not exceed say $89/weekday for Paris, Mirage, or Treasure Island.) Rates can often be found that are below that - depending on where you wish to stay (the hotels you mention generaly would fall into the $59/wd - $89/wd range. (with the exception of Mandalay Bay) $59/$89 I would consider pretty good rates. <BR><BR>2. If nothing looks good, I then wait (as your post suggests) and book near trip time because often too, hotels do not sell out and post last minute rates to attract customers. (I've gotten a rate of $49/wd/we at MGM in this manner) If you did not also notice in your research, room rates go up substantially on weekends. A rate of say, $59 on Thursday, can easily become $169 on Friday - in the same room in the same hotel. (I often use a two-hotel strategy while on the same trip to take advantage of special rate offers for weekends vs weekdays)<BR><BR>I've not visited LV over Thanksgiving so I cannot advise you on rates during that time of year, but I would guess rates are attractive at that time of year. Perhaps others can offer better advice on that?<BR><BR>And finally, check out the "cheapovegas.com" website for good info on all LV strip/downtown hotels. A link to individual hotel websites is available, where they often post their special offers (for example, right now the Luxor has a $59 rate with some incentives thrown in (without knowing the specifics, I consider this an attractive offer) through Sept 5)<BR>Hope this helps some and that you enjoy your first visit to Las Vegas!

Thanks for so much information speedo! <BR><BR>...Could I bother you or someone else for some more? We will be traveling w/our little one (just under 2...I know, not a place for her, but we wouldn't be allowed into the wedding we are attending if we did not bring her), bringing a babysitter w/us so that we can go out and make our millions gambling!! :) <BR><BR>Is there a particular hotel you would recommend? I have heard mixed reviews of Aladdin...but it looks nice...should we avoid it though?<BR><BR>Again, thanks! We are looking forward to the trip!!

Have stayed at the Aladdin and while a bit on the small side, found the room to be of very high quality. The casino I found to be "average", meaning nothing special - I perfer making my millions at Luxor, Monte Carlo, NYNY and Flamingo, but will take it most anywhere. My spin also is that Aladdin plays generally to a 30-40 age group.<BR><BR>While some reviews of the Aladdin are unfavorable, my observation from a June visit, which followed a March visit, concludes that it is now starting to come into its own. Perhaps since it is the latest of the mega resorts, carving out a market niche took longer than expected. (The pool area in my view, while fully acceptable, is its major drawback - it just doesn't sing to me)<BR><BR>In sum,when an attractive offer comes my way, I'll book the Aladdin without hesitation. A good location, quality rooms, tremendous shopping, good dining selections, and competitive dollar value, place it high in my strip hotel index. <BR><BR>(But all the hotels you identified in their own way, are good selections)<BR><BR>And if you do book the Aladdin, be sure to show your little one the indoor "rain" in the Desert Pasage mall which encircles the Aladdin casino. A two-year old might find that to be exciting) <BR><BR>

Book something now but don't use a discount service, book something that is cancellable and changeable. You can always book a better rate later on if something comes up, but Vegas is very crowded over 4 day weekend periods - especially Thanksgiving since not only are tourists in town, but also loads of family visiting relatives. <BR><BR>I agree that the Aladdin is fine.

Thanks so much! You have given some great info--I appreciate it. Now, we will do our best to leave a little bit there for you guys after we win our millions...!

I actually prefer the Aladin since it is a bit smaller. It makes it more convenient to run up to your room when needed. Some of the other hotel/casinos are just way too big and spread out...spend 1/2 your time just trying to find the right elevator etc.<BR>I've also won money in their casino which leaves me with a good favorable impression. I'd definitely go with the Aladin.