High-Value Travel Window Opens for Las Vegas

Las Vegas has initiated the "Vegas 5-Day Sale," a concentrated promotional event designed to attract a diverse range of travelers through aggressive pricing on thousands of activities. The campaign officially began on September 19, 2018, at 12:00 a.m. PT.

The primary promotional window runs from Tuesday, September 22, through Saturday, September 26. With more than 180 distinct deals, the sale targets various traveler personas, from luxury seekers and foodies to adventure enthusiasts and couples.

Visitors can secure discounts of up to 60% on selected resort stays. These savings extend beyond the room, encompassing nightlife, dining, celebrity performances, and local attractions.

Major Strip Resorts Slash Rates

The city's largest hospitality groups are driving the sale with significant room reductions and value-added credits.

MGM Resorts International is offering up to 50% off room rates at several key properties, including:

  • MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, W Las Vegas, and Park MGM.
  • New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Luxor, and Excalibur.

Premium properties under the MGM umbrella—ARIA, Bellagio, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, and Vdara—are providing up to 25% savings paired with a $100 daily food and beverage credit.

Caesars Entertainment has introduced discounts of up to 60% at Flamingo Las Vegas, Harrah’s Las Vegas, Horseshoe Las Vegas, and The LINQ, including a $50 food and beverage credit. Other Caesars properties include:

  • Planet Hollywood: Up to 55% off.
  • Vanderpump Hotel: Up to 35% off, including daily breakfast.
  • Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace, Caesars Palace, and Paris Las Vegas: Up to 30% off.

Downtown and Boutique Value Packages

The sale extends heavily into Downtown Las Vegas, where hotels are bundling stays with experiential credits to increase visitor spend in the city center.

Circa Hospitality is offering a two-night package at The D Las Vegas and Golden Gate Hotel & Casino that includes a $100 dining allowance and access to Stadium Swim, with taxes and resort fees covered. At Circa Resort & Casino, the offer expands to include $100 dining credits, $100 beverage credits, and a complimentary Stadium Swim daybed.

Other notable downtown and boutique offers include:

  • The STRAT: Weekday rates from $49 and weekend rates from $99 (no resort fees or taxes) via the “Fall All-In Hotel Package,” which includes a $50 resort credit.
  • Treasure Island: Deluxe rooms starting at $69 (plus tax), featuring free parking and two-for-one draft beers.
  • Ellis Island Hotel, Casino & Brewery: Up to 35% off direct bookings.
  • Fontainebleau Las Vegas: Up to 20% off rooms, a $50 daily resort credit, and free parking.

Luxury and Specialized Accommodations

High-end resorts and specialized gaming properties are also participating to maintain occupancy and attract premium guests.

Wynn and Encore Las Vegas are offering up to 30% off resort rooms and 20% off tower suites, supplemented by two complimentary Wynn Buffet passes. The Venetian and The Palazzo are providing 33% discounts on two-night stays.

For those seeking off-strip or specialized stays:

  • Boyd Gaming: Packages valued at $200 (code: PWINT) at Aliante, Suncoast, and The Orleans; $150 packages at Cannery, Gold Coast, and Sam’s Town; and $100 packages at California, Fremont, and Main Street Station.
  • Stations Casinos: Up to 30% off at Durango, Red Rock, Green Valley Ranch, and Santa Fe Station.
  • Palms Casino Resort: 50% off room rates and 50% off resort fees.
  • Silverton Casino Lodge: 30%+ savings on stays of two nights or more, plus a $40 F&B credit and pool-view upgrades.

Summary of Key Hotel Offers

Hotel / Group Max Discount / Rate Key Added Value
SAHARA Las Vegas 60% Off Late checkout until noon
Caesars (Selected) 60% Off $50 Food & Beverage credit
MGM (Selected) 50% Off Varies by property
Palms Casino Resort 50% Off 50% reduction in resort fees
Planet Hollywood 55% Off Room rate reduction
Wynn / Encore 30% Off 2 Free Wynn Buffet passes
The STRAT From $49 (WD) No resort fees or taxes
Treasure Island From $69 Free parking; 2-for-1 draft beer
Venetian / Palazzo 33% Off Valid on two-night stays
Virgin Hotels 35% Off $25 Food & Beverage credit
Westgate Resort $199 (2-night) $100 credit, 4 cabaret tickets, 2 spa passes
Fontainebleau 20% Off $50 daily resort credit & free parking

Key Takeaways

  • Peak Savings: The highest discounts reach 60% at properties like SAHARA and selected Caesars hotels.
  • Value Bundling: Many resorts are moving beyond simple room discounts to include "experience credits" (dining, spa, and beverage) to entice visitors.
  • Downtown Push: Significant efforts are being made to drive traffic to Downtown Las Vegas via all-inclusive packages at Circa and The STRAT.
  • Limited Window: The core promotional window is extremely tight, running from September 22 to September 26.

FAQ

When does the Vegas 5-Day Sale take place? The promotional window runs from Tuesday, September 22, through Saturday, September 26, though the campaign officially launched on September 19, 2018.

Which hotels offer the deepest discounts? SAHARA Las Vegas and selected Caesars Entertainment properties (Flamingo, Harrah's, Horseshoe, and The LINQ) are offering the maximum discount of 60%.

Are there deals for budget travelers? Yes, The STRAT offers weekday rates starting at $49 with no resort fees or taxes, and Treasure Island has deluxe rooms starting at $69.

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