Resort fees are a controversial subject and add to the price tag of staying on the Las Vegas Strip.
Originally intended to cover amenities such as access to pools, fitness centers and wireless internet, these mandatory charges are now a regular part of travel to Las Vegas. With costs ranging from $44 to nearly $57 per night at casino-hotels on the Las Vegas Strip, resort fees can significantly increase the overall cost of a stay.
Defenders of the industry practice will point to the fact that casinos in Vegas routinely waive the resort fee for big spenders. Gamblers with a mid- to high-tier casino loyalty card typically do not pay resort fees either.
