Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino Las Vegas

129 East Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89107, United States

Guest reviews: 7.8

HOTEL OVERVIEW

You know what? The Golden Nugget really surprised me when I stayed there last spring. I mean, I’d walked past it a hundred times on Fremont Street, but actually staying there was different than I expected. The whole place has this vintage Vegas charm that honestly feels more authentic than a lot of the newer spots on the Strip – and I’m talking about the kind of old-school casino atmosphere where you can still hear actual coins hitting metal trays (though most machines are digital now, obviously).

The location is pretty perfect if you want to be in the heart of old Vegas without dealing with the absolute chaos of the Strip hotels. You’re literally right under the Fremont Street Experience canopy, which means you’ll hear the light shows and street performers until about midnight – but if you’re a light sleeper, ask for a room facing away from Fremont. The parking garage connects directly to the hotel, which saved me from hauling luggage through crowds more than once. What I really loved was being able to walk to places like the El Cortez or even down to Container Park without needing a cab or rideshare. Plus, you’re close enough to downtown proper that grabbing dinner at spots locals actually go to – like Le Thai or Therapy – is just a quick walk.

The rooms are definitely more spacious than what you’d get at most Strip properties for the same price, and they’ve done a decent job updating them without losing that retro casino vibe. The shark tank in the pool area is honestly pretty cool (I watched kids stare at it for ages), though the pool itself gets absolutely packed during convention season – learned that the hard way in March. Service was solid throughout my stay; front desk was quick during check-in, and housekeeping actually paid attention to the “do not disturb” sign, which seems rare these days. The casino floor has that comfortable, lived-in feeling where you don’t feel like you’re being watched every second, and the dining options are better than I expected – their buffet isn’t trying to compete with Bacchanal or anything, but it’s honest food at reasonable prices. If you’re someone who wants to experience real Las Vegas history without staying in a place that feels like a museum, the Golden Nugget hits that sweet spot pretty well.

HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS

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Reviews

Staff: 8.3

Comfort: 8.2

Location: 8.8

Free WiFi: 7.7

Facilities: 7.9

Cleanliness: 8.1

Value for money: 7.6

Tiffany from United States

8/10

The staff was very friendly. The location was perfect. The pool was the best part of the hotel with the sharks, slide, plenty of seating for guests, and the alcohol prices at the pool were very reasonable. The Jello shots were a fun plus!

Noemi from United States

9/10

Spacious rooms

Marcotte from United States

8/10

Location was excellent

Cupcakehollysue from United States

8/10

Shelly from United States

9/10

location and price were great, room and bathroom could use some updating but clean

Merle from United States

8/10

Liked the downtown location for walking around gift shopping and site seeing other locations and events

Bethany from United States

7/10

Location

Julie from United States

8/10

Close to Fremont

Barbara from United States

9/10

They cleaned the room daily. We had lots of towels. The curtains kept out the lights. We weren't bothered by noise. The elevators only allowed guests up. Water pressure was good. Temperature was controllable in a comfortable range.

Gene from United States

9/10

SURROUNDINGS

What's nearby:

  • Mob Museum: 550 m
  • Heritage Park: 1.6 km
  • The Neon Museum: 1.5 km
  • Mary Dutton Park: 1.8 km
  • Bellagio Fountains: 7 km
  • City Center Las Vegas: 8 km
  • Treehouse Playground: 750 m
  • Flamingo Wildlife Habitat: 7 km
  • Eiffel Tower at Paris Hotel: 7 km
  • Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens: 8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/bar Stage Bar: 100 m
  • Restaurant Chart House: 10 m
  • Restaurant Golden Nugget Las Vegas Hotel & Casino: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Wetlands Park: 16 km
  • Bruce Trent Park: 15 km
  • Shark Reef Aquarium: 10 km
  • Shelby Automobiles Museum and Factory Tour: 18 km
  • Desert Breeze Park on Spring Mountain and Durango: 16 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Mirage Volcano: 6 km

Public transport:

  • TrainSLS Station: 3.7 km
  • Train Monorail - Westgate Station: 4.5 km

Closest airports:

  • North Las Vegas Airport: 6 km
  • Henderson Executive Airport: 25 km
  • Harry Reid International Airport: 9 km

ROOMS

  • Run of House with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
  • Rush Tower King with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
  • Rush Tower Corner Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
  • Gold Tower Deluxe King with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
  • Gold Tower Deluxe with Two Double Beds with 2 double beds for 4 adults
  • Carson Tower Deluxe King with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
  • Carson Tower Deluxe with Two Double Beds with 2 double beds for 4 adults
  • One Bedroom Spa Suite with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
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FACILITIES

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Chapel/shrine
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace

Wellness:

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Water slide
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna Additional charge

Activities:

  • Aerobics Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
  • Pub crawls Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment Additional charge
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Nightclub/D J Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Casino
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Spanish

Cleaning services:

  • Trouser press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
  • Business centre Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge

2 swimming pools Pool 1 - outdoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Water slide
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Opening times
  • Seasonal
  • Adult only
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
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HOUSE RULES

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

HOTEL ADDRESS

129 East Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV 89107, United States

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