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Las Vegas
So I was thinking of going with my friend down to Las Vegas for two nights just to take a road trip and I was wondering if anyone knew of any CHEAP hotels or motels ON THE STRIP preferably and how to get around whilst there? Also, if my friend is 18 we should have no problem buying bus tickets to Las Vegas from Los Angeles right? Also, do I need a credit card to check into the hotel or can I just call them a make a reservation or ask if I can just pay cash when I get there? I'm planning to go this weekend! I will rate. My price range for two days is about 1000 dollars including food, travel, hotel and the bus fare there and back? I know it's not a lot!
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I normally do not answer questions like this, but I lived and grew up in Las Vegas, and also drove tour buses there. Call the Westward Ho. It is pretty much the cheapest you can get right on the strip. It is next to the Circus Circus and across the street from the Riviera. You can walk the strip from there, unless you want to go all the way to the South Point, then you can take the bus or a cab. To just tool around, your best bet is to walk. A cab on the strip costs twice as much as any other, too much waiting time. Also cabs are not allowed to pick up off of the street. You must catch one at your hotel, or at another hotel entrance, or call one. There are places to rent scooters, bikes, and other things. Another possibility for you might be the little carts you can rent and drive along the strip. I do not know of the pricing on them. I am sure if you Google something like 'Las Vegas Buggy Rentals' or something you should get an idea of what is there.
Yes, 18 and a credit card will get a ticket. You may need the card to reserve the room but you can pay cash when you check in.
If you check with the Westward Ho, you should find that 1000 is more than enough for two days.
There is one hotel that may be a possibility for you, if you do mind a little walk. It is on Tropicana, just across the freeway from the strip. It is near the MGM, New York New York, Excalibur and Tropicana Hotels. It is called the Wild Wild West. It is right across the street from one of the best In & Out Burger places in Vegas.
Another one across from the Mirage that MIGHT be cheap is Casino Royale. Most of the places have websites, always book directly with the hotel or motel for best rates. Booking agents charge finder fees.
Most of the places right on the strip will be pricey. Your best bet is to call around and ask for locals discount, and have your friend use your cash to rent the rooms. Locals can sometimes get great discounts. Good Luck and have fun!
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I've been to Vegas a couple of times within the past year, and I can tell you that the best place to stay is the Stratosphere. They're at the end of the strip and during the week it's usually pretty cheap (around $25 a night) and on weekends it can get up to around $50-$70 a night depending on the room, day, etc.
The best way to get around while there is probably walking or taking a cab. All the hotels are walking distance from each other, but if you prefer to take a cab, the fare probably won't be too expensive.
I think as long as your friend is 18, getting bus tickets should be no problem. I'm pretty sure the hotels don't take cash for the rooms, because whenever I've went they've almost always asked for a credit card, but you should call prior to the trip and ask ahead of time.
If you want to hit up the buffets, The Orleans and the Rio have the best ones. The one at the Stratosphere is pretty decent too. As far as shopping goes (if you plan to do any), the stores are pretty pricey, but definitely worth it. I'm not sure if the exhibit is still going, but the Luxor has an exhibit on the Titanic with lots of actual stuff they found underneath the ocean when they discovered the remains. (Plates, letters, clothing, kitchen ware, etc). It's a very interesting exhibit and while it's around $30 a person, it's so worth it because you learn a lot about it. There's a lot of reading, but it's informative and fun. You should definitely try and experience that because it's a really great thing to do.
$1000 should do you pretty well as long as you're careful about how you spend your money. Just remember that since you and your friend are under 21 that you are VERY limited as to what you can do. Sight-seeing, shopping, lounging & swimming are about all you can do. No drinking, no gambling & no clubbing.
Definitely look on priceline.com for hotel prices. It'll show you all of their rates for the weekend and whatnot. It'll help you make your decision. Also, when checking in to the hotel, try the $20 trick. Chat up the person at the desk, and when they ask for credit card/ID, slip a $20 between the cards and ask if they have any upgrades available. It usually works pretty well and you end up getting an awesome room. :)
Anyway, I really hope this helps. Enjoy Vegas. I know it doesn't sound so fun when you're so limited because of age, but I'm 19 and I always have a ton of fun when I go despite the limitations. Have fun, & be safe.
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Your best bet is to try the Hardrock Hotel, A friend of mine stayed at one in Florida she said the price was decent and not overly expensive. Depending on the hotel they might even have a restaurant attached to it.
I found a website for one in Las Vegas
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1000 can do, If spent wisely. Have a good time ;)
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