The #1 Hotel Tip
Match the hotel to your nightclub plan. Every top Vegas hotel has a nightclub on or near property. If you know where you're going out, base the hotel choice on that — it eliminates transportation between hotel and venue and keeps the group together all night.
I've helped groups stay at every major property in Las Vegas. Here's my honest ranking based on what actually matters for a bachelor party: nightlife access, room quality, pool situation, group-friendliness, and value.
XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club are steps away. The best combination of room quality, pool, and on-property nightlife of any hotel in Las Vegas.
- +XS Nightclub literally on property
- +Encore Beach Club — #1 dayclub in Vegas
- +Stunning rooms and suites
- +Wynn service standards are unmatched
- −Most expensive option
- −North end of Strip — require transport to other venues
Dead center on the Strip with Marquee Nightclub and Marquee Dayclub on property. Some of the most stylish rooms in Vegas and the best location for walking to other venues.
- +Marquee Nightclub and Dayclub on property
- +Perfect central Strip location
- +Beautiful rooms with Strip views
- +The Wicked Spoon for great group dining
- −Can be crowded — very popular property
- −Marquee not quite at XS level for nightlife
ARIA's tech-forward rooms are some of the best in Vegas. Jewel Nightclub and Liquid Pool Lounge on property. City Center location means easy access to both Bellagio and Cosmopolitan.
- +Beautiful modern rooms with smart room tech
- +Jewel Nightclub on property
- +Liquid Pool Lounge for adults-only pool time
- +Multiple high-end restaurants
- −Jewel Nightclub smaller than XS or Hakkasan
- −Not walking distance to north Strip clubs
Hakkasan Nightclub is on property — one of the top 3 clubs in Vegas. MGM Grand has more room variety than most properties, making it easier to fit large groups.
- +Hakkasan Nightclub on property
- +Huge property with room for large groups
- +Strong value vs. Wynn/ARIA pricing
- +Multiple pool options
- −Rooms slightly dated compared to newer properties
- −Property can feel overwhelming — it's enormous
Newest major casino resort on the Strip. Zouk Nightclub and AYU Dayclub on property. The rooms are brand new and among the most modern in Vegas.
- +Brand new rooms — best tech and design
- +Zouk Nightclub and AYU Dayclub on property
- +Multiple hotel brands in one complex (Hilton, Conrad, LXR)
- +Less crowded than mid-Strip properties
- −North Strip — some distance from mid-Strip clubs
- −Still building reputation vs. established properties
Newest luxury property on the Strip. LIV Nightclub and LIV Beach Club are on property — bringing the legendary Miami brand to Vegas. Best for groups who love the LIV vibe.
- +LIV Nightclub and LIV Beach Club on property
- +Brand new — exceptional room quality
- +Unique Miami-inspired aesthetic
- +North Strip location means less traffic congestion
- −New — still establishing its Vegas identity
- −Far from mid-Strip clubs without transport
Hotel Booking Tips for Bachelor Groups
Having everyone in the same property eliminates the coordination nightmare of pre-gaming across different hotels. Book a suite for the bachelor and standard rooms for the group.
Most major hotels offer group rates if you're booking 5+ rooms. Call the hotel directly (not through a booking site) and ask for their group sales department.
If you know you want to hit XS, book Encore. If Hakkasan is your spot, MGM Grand makes more sense. Matching the hotel to your nightclub plan saves time and transportation costs.
Las Vegas fills up fast on weekends, especially May through October. Premium rooms and suites go first. Book early for better selection.
Hotel + Nightclub + Party Bus — One Package
Tell Justin your dates and budget. He'll recommend the right hotel based on your nightclub plans and put together the full weekend package.