Parking fees in Las Vegas: How to avoid them
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We’ve found several ways to park without paying fees. Free parking.
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If you’d rather spend your money on dinner, drinks, a show or the casino instead of parking, we have good news: We’ve found several ways to park without paying fees.
This includes seeking out hotels offering free parking to guests and visitors. We also have a few workarounds for scoring free parking on The Strip.
Here are all the tips and tricks you need to know.
Stay at a hotel that offers free parking
Whether you’re looking for a budget or a luxury property, several hotels on and around The Strip offer free parking.
If you bring your 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 offer free parking for hotel guests only. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Wynn Las Vegas, and Encore at Wynn Las Vegas are all examples. Nevada residents can get three hours free self-parking when they scan their Nevada driver’s licence at the self-parking kiosk. Note: IHG will cut ties with the Venetian in 2025, so this policy may change.
Free parking through MGM and Caesar Rewards
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Elite members of MGM’s rewards program get free parking at MGM Resorts properties — including 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 those with Gold status or higher qualify for free valet.
Self-parking is also complimentary for current MGM Rewards Mastercard cardholders.
MGM Rewards members with Pearl status or higher are eligible for complimentary special event parking, too.
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For Caesars loyalists, Caesars Rewards offers free valet and self-parking to those with Platinum status or higher.
Free parking at shopping malls
If you want free parking during the day and don’t mind a short trek to your destination, consider parking at a shopping center. Fashion Show Las Vegas mall, The Shoppes at Mandalay Bay and the Shops at Crystals offer free self-parking.
Parking at a shopping mall for free might be convenient if you visit different nearby casinos that don’t offer free parking. You should also be aware of the mall’s hours. Also, move your car when the stores are closed since overnight parking isn’t allowed.
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Free parking for veterans
Caesars Entertainment has a special discount program for veterans, active U.S. military members and their spouses.
Salute members receive complimentary parking at Caesars hotels, including Caesars Palace, Harrah’s Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood and others. Salute also offers discounts on dining and show tickets.
Free parking for local residents
Being a local pays for finding free parking in Las Vegas.
At all MGM resorts, Nevada residents receive up to three hours of complimentary self-parking by showing 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 (a Bally’s property) and Hard Rock (formerly The Mirage). Three hours of free parking at Paris Las Vegas is also available for Nevada residents.
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Use a ride-hailing service
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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 hail a ride from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to a hotel on The Strip for about $25. Getting around without a rental car is feasible and free, thanks to complimentary shuttles offered between popular hotels on The Strip.
Bottom line
Travel to Vegas is booming, but you don’t need to dip into your entertainment funds to pay for parking.
Instead, follow these tips to avoid parking fees in Las Vegas this coming year, and use the money you save to play and stay in Sin City.
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