Thursday, 31 Jul 2025

Vegas visitors shocked by 'absurd' resort prices that are turning tourists into 'spectators'

Las Vegas tourism faces criticism as visitors complain about "absurdly priced" accommodations and food, with experts suggesting weekday stays and alternative destinations.


Vegas visitors shocked by 'absurd' resort prices that are turning tourists into 'spectators'

While Americans may head to Sin City to hit the jackpot, recent social chatter has called out Las Vegas for the prices people need to pay before they even land. 

The same person added, "City was amazing. Walking around the different themed casinos was like a fever dream. Sadly, I felt like a spectator instead of a participant. I have honestly never been to a place that was more absurdly priced."

The user shared surprise at having to spend $50 on two "big bottles" of water, $30 on "house wine" at the resort and guest parking fees. 

"Ah. I see it's your first rodeo," wrote one user. 

"It's unfortunate, but this is standard for Vegas. Just pretend it doesn't exist. Those $25 waters are there in case you're too damn hung over to leave the room," said another user. "You can always just drink tap water."

In another Reddit thread on the same forum, a user wrote, "Las Vegas sees fall in tourists as 'ridiculous prices' hit."

"Las Vegas is destroying itself and has no one else to blame," commented one person.

A different user wrote, "I'm from LA and like most people I know, I used to go to Vegas a couple of times a year. I moved away for a while but as of last year I'm back in LA, and I was excited to travel to Vegas again until I started pricing it out."

Mallory Dumond, Travelmation adviser and supervisor, told Fox News Digital the cost of visiting Vegas has increased over the past year.

"Despite the high price tags, with proper planning, you can still ensure value, comfort and memorable moments if you're thinking of visiting Vegas."

Dumond shared a few tips for those seeking to visit the Gambling Capital of the World.

"Opt for a Sunday through Thursday stay if your schedule will allow. Often, you can find 5-star rooms at half the weekend rate! Same suite, same view, smarter timing."

"Napa Valley, California is ideal for a laid-back, elevated vacation experience with delicious wine and Michelin-star dining."

Drummond also suggested, "if your top priority is a high-end luxury resort, check out Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, for ocean-front extravagance, spas, yacht charters, and 5-star all-inclusives that offer a better value than Vegas."

Fox News Digital reached out to the City of Las Vegas for comment.

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