Cheap Las Vegas Holidays 2025 from £692pp

Why go to Las Vegas

Looking for a relaxing and restrained break? Try somewhere else. From glitzy nightclubs where A-listers party to casinos where high rollers stake fortunes, Las Vegas holidays are anything but subtle. This is America’s playground, a place where people come to have fun – and the city certainly knows it.

Rising out of the barren Mojave Desert, the neon-lit Vegas Strip seems like a mirage. Ostentatious hotel resorts with their own versions of international landmarks line the city’s most well-known boulevard. Once you’ve got your head around the Giza-style pyramid and Venetian-like canals, check out the choreographed water fountains or nightly erupting model volcano with piña colada-scented lava. Accommodation-wise, there’s something to suit all tastes, even if the swankiest suites – often costing tens of thousands of dollars a night – aren’t for everyone.

There is one sure bet in Vegas – its casinos are unrivalled. Step into a scene from the movies with the sounds of ringing slot machines and balls bouncing on roulette wheels. They say the house always wins, of course, but you’ll certainly get a kick in placing a bet in Sin City, even if it is only a few bucks.

Gambling isn’t the only thrill in town, and there are few places on Earth that can compete with Vegas when it comes to nightlife. See music megastars or magnificent magicians at big-budget stage shows before sipping bubbles to beats from celebrity DJs in classy clubs.

Believe it or not, Vegas isn’t all partying and indulgence. To explore beyond the Strip, you can head to the beautifully stark scenery of Death Valley or jaw-dropping Grand Canyon. Or see one of the country’s great engineering marvels, the immense Hoover Dam.

When to go to Las Vegas

March to May are the best times to visit Las Vegas. Pack your t-shirt and shorts and leave the umbrella at home because the weather will be warm (average highs of 26C by the end of April) with little rain. September, October and November are other good options, with similar weather to spring.

Pricewise, great package deals are available year-round, with weeknights (Tuesday to Thursday) a better bet than weekends for bagging a cheap Las Vegas trip. Check accommodation availability before you book your flights, as Vegas hosts hundreds of conventions, which push up room prices.

Vegas is essentially in a desert, so it can be a sweatbox in summer. Average highs soar between June and August to the late 30s, early 40s. In winter, temperatures drop considerably (average highs of 14C to 17C) but it’s still a busy season, especially around Christmas and New Year.

What to do in Las Vegas

Always alive and often surreal, the Strip is your ideal introduction to Vegas. Travel from Venice and Paris to Egypt and Rome through some of the most spectacular hotels you’ll ever see. Take on the tables at world-class casinos and catch a show for a quintessentially chaotic Vegas evening.

The Strip

There’s a reason the “Welcome to fabulous Las Vegas” sign is on the Strip. The 6.4km (4 mile)-long boulevard is a Vegas icon, with some of the city’s best-known sights. You’ll find a constant crowd admiring the famous casinos and huge resorts that line the street.

To really experience the Strip’s buzz, return at night to see it illuminated by neon. Take a walk to see the Luxor Hotel’s Egyptian sphinx and pyramids and Paris Las Vegas’s Eiffel Tower replica.

Luxury hotels

Even if you can’t afford to stay the night, Vegas’ hotels have shows and attractions that make them sights in their own right. The Bellagio Resort puts on a popular fountain display of more than 1,000 water fountains ‘dancing’ to music.

At The Venetian, you’ll be transported to the hotel’s version of Venice. Wander the replica St Mark’s Square and buy a gelato. Or, cruise the manmade canals in a gondola while being serenaded in Italian.

Shows and nightlife

Vegas shows are legendary. You can see singers such as Celine Dion and circus favourite Cirque du Soleil. Comedians and magicians also regularly perform. Expect extravagant stages and incredible special effects – this is Vegas, after all.

You can keep the party going in one of the city’s world-class nightclubs, such as famous DJ-magnet Hakkasan or acrobat-filled LIGHT Vegas at Mandalay Bay.

Casinos

The lavish casinos are one of the biggest draws of Las Vegas holidays. Whether or not you’re a gambler, it’s worth checking out the gaudy glamour of casinos like MGM Grand and ancient Rome-inspired Caesars Palace.

If you do like to roll the dice, there are plenty of opportunities to wager a few chips at a blackjack table or have a spin on the roulette wheel. At the Bellagio, you’ll find high rollers staking eye-watering amounts on a hand.

Museums

Discover Vegas’ past through its striking signs at The Neon Museum. The highlight is the neon boneyard, home to more than 200 restored hotel, bar and casino signs. A guided tour explains the role the colourful bulbs played in the city’s history.

Over four floors, the Mob Museum traces the history of organised crime in Las Vegas and globally. It includes a firearm-training simulator, crime lab experience and Prohibition-era speakeasy.

Where to stay in Las Vegas

For families

If you’re travelling with the kids, Symphony Park is one of the best areas to stay. One of the smallest neighbourhoods in the city, it has the interactive DISCOVERY Children’s Museum and a large park perfect for a picnic. It’s one mile north of the Strip.

North Las Vegas is another good place for a family-friendly stay, with plenty of museums and parks nearby. If you want to stay on the Strip, take the kids to an indoor theme park and check out the Bellagio’s dancing fountains.

For travellers on a budget

Vegas may not be known as a budget destination, but there are cheap holidays available if you know where to stay. Downtown Las Vegas, which is often referred to as DTLV, is one such spot. The Neon and Mob museums are both here, as well as the dazzling, free Fremont Street Experience light show.

You’ll find a good choice of budget hotels and affordable hostels. There’s also a range of restaurants, including casual burger and pizza places. Stay here and save your dollars for the Strip – you can always upgrade if you strike it lucky in the casino.

For food and drink

Stay on the Strip and you’ll be spoilt for choice, foodwise. Many of the big hotels have celebrity chef-run restaurants, some of which have Michelin stars. If you can’t decide on only one dish, some hotels also put on high-end buffets, where you can load up your plate and sample it all.

Beyond the hotels, you can find sleek Italian trattorias, Korean barbecues and restaurants serving steak and seafood. While there are plenty of pricey picks on the Strip, Vegas isn’t short of places serving good burgers or tacos for a price that won’t break the bank.

For nightlife

If you’re in Vegas to party, the Strip is the best place to stay. The buzzing boulevard is lined with bars and clubs and is one of the world’s hottest nightlife destinations. Rub shoulders with celebrities at swanky cocktail bars, cool off with a few beers at a pool club or dance ‘til dawn at exclusive clubs with renowned DJs.

If you’re going to stay on the Strip, you may as well do it in style. Book a room at one of the legendary hotels to stay in sumptuous surroundings.

For culture

There is more to the city’s culture than glitz and gambling, and the Arts District is a great place to discover it. North of the Strip, the neighbourhood (also known as 18b) is home to indie art galleries, fashion boutiques and antique stores. You can stay in modern motels or larger hotels around here.

Meanwhile, the area known as East of the Strip has a different vibe to the rest of Vegas, partly thanks to its thriving student population. While you’re here, visit the Pinball Hall of Fame and Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art.