Las Vegas Hotels Slash Super Bowl Room Rates

Dr. Annelies De Vos · 2026-02-06

You know how Vegas is usually a splurge? Well, this Super Bowl weekend, it's a steal. Veteran reporter Richard N. Velotta called the city's push to attract visitors for Super Bowl LX "unlike any in recent memory." And he's not kidding. News is breaking that rooms on the famous Strip are going for less than $100 a night. Even the high-roller spots are cutting their prices. It's a big, bold bid to get people through the doors. Industry analysts think this is a direct response to a growing feeling that Vegas has become overpriced. They're listening. With the big game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks expected to draw huge crowds, resorts and casinos are pulling out all the stops. Think massive viewing parties and expanded sportsbook offerings. They want a piece of the action. ### Why This Timing Works for Hotels Here's a smart bit of strategy. Velotta points out that the Super Bowl is expected to wrap up around 7:00 PM Pacific Time. That's perfect for the resorts. A lot of visitors will decide to just stay the night and head home on Monday. So, Vegas operators are going all-in to maximize this expected spike. They're not just selling a game ticket; they're selling an experience and a convenient place to crash. ### The Numbers Tell the Story Let's talk specifics. A recent survey found the average cost of a hotel room for Saturday and Sunday night was $138.88. Now, get this—that's 25.4% less than the average daily room rate for February 2025. The price cuts are real and they're significant. - **Luxury Tier:** Rooms at top-tier spots like The Palazzo and The Venetian are going for around $206 a night. Caesars Palace is at $359. - **Budget-Friendly Strip:** You can find rooms at classic spots for shockingly low prices. We're talking $21 at the Sahara, $31 at Luxor or The Strat, $40 at Harrah’s, and just $19 a night at Circus Circus. These averages are way below the typical February rates of $186.16 across the valley and nearly $200 on the Strip itself. Amanda Belarmino, a hospitality professor at UNLV, put it well: "The pricing of Super Bowl rooms is following a current trend we are seeing in many different areas of trying to be more responsive to consumers." It's a shift in thinking. ### The Downtown Exception Now, here's the interesting twist. While the Strip is slashing prices, downtown Las Vegas hotels have gone the other way. A survey of 18 downtown hotels found they averaged $119.33 for the weekend. That's actually higher than February's downtown average of $96.32 a night. Places like Circa ($204) and The English Hotel ($224) are commanding top dollar. Even locals' resorts like Durango and Red Rock are some of the priciest stays in the valley at $367 and $324 per night, respectively. It seems they're betting on a different crowd or a different vibe. So, what's the takeaway? If you've ever wanted to experience the electric atmosphere of Las Vegas during the Super Bowl, this might be your year. The Strip is offering unprecedented value, directly tackling its pricey reputation. It's a calculated move to fill rooms and create a buzz that lasts long after the final whistle. Whether you're a die-hard football fan or just love the energy of Vegas, there's a deal with your name on it this weekend.