Circus Circus Hotel and Casino

★★★ ⭐ 3.8 / 5 · 78,593 reviews 📍 2880 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA Typical check-in 15:00 · check-out 11:00
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Das Eigentum

Circus Circus is Las Vegas's enduring temple to Americana kitsch and family-friendly excess, where the lobby erupts with the sensory chaos of a 1970s big top—acrobats suspended overhead, neon signage, and the unmistakable clang of the adjacent Adventuredome theme park. Its mid-strip location and deliberately retro aesthetics attract budget-conscious families and nostalgia seekers rather than the high-roller crowd, making it feel refreshingly unpretentious amid the Strip's marble-clad casinos. The property trades sophistication for spectacle, offering circus-themed entertainment, carnival-style gaming, and rooms that prioritise affordability over opulence. You'll feel the genuine energy of old-school Vegas showmanship here—chaotic, slightly worn, and unapologetically fun.

💬 What guests say

⭐ 3.8 / 5 · 78,593 reviews

Guests appreciate Circus Circus for its good value, fun atmosphere, and convenient location at the top of the Strip with plentiful parking. However, many note the property feels dated and dark, with recurring complaints about dirty rooms, poor housekeeping, and a lack of basic amenities like fridges or microwaves.

★★★

“So circus circus sits at the top of the strip. So it's either a lot of walking or you're going to have to drive somewhere and park to get to any of the other places because the strip is pretty long. There was some either water damage or construction damage because there was a lot of cracks in the ceiling and look like ”

— Glenda Villa, 3 months ago

“This place is an absolute dive. Highly do not recommend! We booked for 6 nights, had to "request" housekeeping to come take care of our room finally on day 3. They didnt even fill our coffee/water. The website is loaded with false advertisement. As a parent who brought my kids looks forward to the pool, it was close”

— Michelle Boisvert, 3 months ago
★★

“I recently stayed at this hotel for one night. Let me start by saying the check in process was simple and efficient. The staff was helpful and friendly. The adventure began for me when I tried to find my room. I was told to take the elevator to the second floor then cross over to another set of elevators that would tak”

— starrlyn reynolds, 4 months ago
★★★★

“Definitely needs updating but good value for money. There is no main light in the room so quite dark. Very busy as expected but is definitely an experience! Check in required a text message to be sent to you with room number so keep that in mind if you have an international number.”

— charlotte Xoxo, 2 weeks ago

️ Chroniken von Las Vegas

Las Vegas transformed from a remote Mormon settlement established in 1855 into a gambling oasis following Nevada's legalisation of gaming in 1931, with the El Rancho Hotel launching the first resort-casino in 1941. The post-war boom saw legendary figures like Bugsy Siegel establish the Flamingo in 1946, establishing the architectural template of palatial resort-casinos that define the Strip. The 1960s ushered in an era of themed mega-casinos—the Caesars Palace (1966) and Circus Circus (1968) exemplified the shift toward family entertainment and elaborate fantasy environments. Contemporary Las Vegas has evolved into a global entertainment capital, balancing its gaming heritage with world-class dining, residencies by international artists, and convention infrastructure, whilst struggling with questions of sustainability and housing affordability. The city's identity remains intrinsically tied to its ability to reinvent itself as a playground for adult escapism.

️Beste Zeit zu besuchen

Der vollständige Guide

Die besten Monate

October to November and February to March offer the most favourable conditions: daytime temperatures between 20–27°C, negligible rainfall, and the crowds thin considerably post-summer and pre-Easter. Autumn particularly rewards visitors with residual desert warmth, major headliner residencies still in swing, and hotel rates 20–30% below peak.

🔥 Peak / Festival Surge

April through May and December constitute peak season, driven by spring break tourism, Easter holidays, and the December festive surge. The Las Vegas Grand Prix (November) and New Year's Eve conversely create pronounced spikes; hotel nightly rates at Circus Circus balloon from £60–90 in shoulder months to £120–180+ during peak windows, and the Strip becomes congested from midday onwards.

Budget Schulter Saison

September and early October offer the best value, with room rates often £50–70, though heat remains intense (38–42°C). January and early February provide milder weather (15–18°C daytime) and post-holiday discounts, though conventions occasionally drive localised rate increases mid-week.

Wetter & Verpackung

Las Vegas in June presents extreme heat (40–44°C by midday) with virtually zero humidity and intense UV exposure; the dry climate means sweat evaporates so rapidly that dehydration risk is acute and often unnoticed. Pack high-SPF sunscreen (reapply hourly if outdoors), lightweight moisture-wicking clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses with UV protection, and maintain a water bottle at all times—the desert's deception is feeling fine whilst dangerously depleted.

Live City Briefing

  • The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reported record domestic visitation in early 2026; concurrent infrastructure upgrades to the Regional Transportation Commission's bus network (via new electric fleet rollout) mean some Strip access routes remain periodically disrupted—use rideshare or the monorail for reliable transit.
  • June marks the onset of 'tourist season proper' after spring break subsides; summer hotel occupancy climbs sharply, yet Circus Circus remains amongst the most competitively priced properties on the Strip due to its positioned-for-families demographic and aging infrastructure—booking early secures rates 15–20% below walk-up.
  • The iconic Neon Museum and downtown Fremont Street Experience continue drawing alternative-Vegas tourists away from the Strip proper; a secondary cultural shift toward 'off-Strip' authenticity has pressured mid-tier properties like Circus Circus, which has responded with modest room renovations and heightened marketing toward budget-travel influencers and multi-generational family groups.

🏨 Room Intelligence

✨ AI-generated

Before you check in to Circus Circus Hotel and Casino, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Rooms in the newer Adventuredome tower (built 1993+) offer better quality and quieter experience. Higher floor rooms (15+) in the main casino tower have better views of the Strip. Corner rooms provide superior natural light.

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Rooms to avoid

Ground floor and lower levels (1-3) near the casino floor experience constant noise and foot traffic. Rooms directly above the Adventuredome (indoor theme park) receive vibration and screaming sounds. Avoid rooms facing Las Vegas Boulevard due to street noise.

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Best views

North-facing rooms on floors 20+ overlook the Strip and Stratosphere with city views. West-facing higher floors offer sunset views toward Red Rock Canyon.

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Quietest floors

Floors 20-30 in the main tower are quieter. Upper floors of the Adventuredome tower (25+) away from elevator banks provide relative peace.

🔊 Noise notes

Circus Circus is inherently noisy due to indoor theme park, casino, and mid-range clientele. Expect perpetual background noise even in better rooms. Sound insulation is inconsistent throughout property.

💡 Insider tips

Request upper floors away from elevators when booking. The Adventuredome tower rooms are superior quality but command higher rates. Visit during weekday mornings for quietest experience. Consider nearby properties if peaceful sleep is priority. Book corner rooms for better isolation. Avoid weekends and school holidays.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotelanlagen

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Wi-Fi

Included in resort fee; standard speed ~25 Mbps; login via room key or email; limited speed in casino floor and some corridors

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Lift / Elevator

Primary elevator banks serve all floors; older mid-rise section (Tower A) has some stairs-only access to premium suites; accessible guest rooms on lower floors

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Media & Newspapers

USA Today available at front desk (complimentary); no digital newsstand; historic Adventuredome circus theme throughout interiors

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard 15:00 check-in, 11:00 check-out; early check-in subject to availability (contact front desk); late check-out $50 per hour after 11:00

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Baggage Storage

Complimentary bell desk baggage storage available before check-in and after check-out for up to 48 hours

Accessibility

Step-free access via main entrance and side entrance near parking; dedicated ADA accessible rooms with roll-in showers; wheelchair-accessible elevators and pathways throughout casino and public areas

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Parking

Self-parking $10/night (included in resort fee), valet $15/night; extensive on-site parking deck; no nearby public car parks; no EV charging on-site

Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen

City / tourist tax: Clark County room tax 12% + Circus Circus resort fee $25/night (includes parking, Wi-Fi, fitness center, attractions)

Deposit & card hold: One night room rate required at booking; $100 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Diät in der Nähe

  • Church: Visions of Faith Church (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
  • Church: Guardian Angel Cathedral (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
  • Church: Destiny Christian Center (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)

Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung

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Shopping

Fashion Show Mall — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk

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Walking & Running

Chester Stupak Park — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Elvis Presley Museum — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

The Theatre at Resorts World — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk

5 Minuten Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy — 187 m · ~2 min walk

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Convenience Store

ampm — 876 m · ~11 min walk

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Nearest Transit

SLS — 767 m · ~10 min walk

Geld & Währung

Get a travel card →
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Local currency

United States Dollar, USD

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs at casinos or banks for better rates than airport exchanges; avoid currency exchange kiosks on the Strip which charge high commissions.

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Cards & contactless

Cards and contactless payment accepted everywhere; cash still expected for tips, some smaller establishments, and parking meters.

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Tipping etiquette

15-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, $1-2 per bag for bellhops, 15-20% for taxi drivers (or use apps for transparent pricing).

Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget

Cheap car hire →
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Money-saving tips

Stay off the Strip—nearby 89109 neighborhoods have cheaper hotels and dining; casinos offer free entertainment (shows, fountains) and cheap/free drinks while gambling. Book attractions and shows online in advance for better rates than walk-up prices.

i️ Gut zu wissen

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 120V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

USD ($)

🚨 Emergency Contacts

Las Vegas
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Police
911
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Ambulance / Medical
911
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Fire Department
911

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department non-emergency: (702) 828-3111. All emergency services accessible via 911. TripAdvisor recommends saving local contact numbers before travel.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

🍽️ Where to Eat

Reserve on OpenTable →
1
Denny's american
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
Tahiti Joe's Restaurant Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
3
Hard Rock Cafe american
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Pho So No. 1 vietnamese
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
5
Urban Crawfish Station seafood
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
6
SW Steakhouse steak_house
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
7
Sinatra italian
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
8
Marakesh moroccan
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Las Vegas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

🛬 Your arrival

🕒 Check-in is from 15:00. Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walkpharmacy · CVS Pharmacy — 187 m · ~2 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Umgeben

Book trains →
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Las Vegas Taxi Service $15-25

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) → Luxor Hotel & Casino

20 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Metered taxis queue at airport ground level. Avoid peak hours (10am-4pm) for faster service. Consider ride-sharing apps for potentially lower fares.

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The Deuce & SDX (Regional Transit Commission) $2

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) → Luxor Hotel & Casino

35 min · Every 15-20 minutes · 24/7

💡 Most economical option. The Deuce runs the full Las Vegas Strip. Purchase day passes ($10) for unlimited local transit. Buses can be crowded during peak hours.

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Las Vegas Monorail $5 + $2.75-5

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) - via shuttle → Luxor Hotel & Casino (Monorail Station)

50 min · Every 4-8 minutes · 7am-midnight (varies by day)

💡 Fast, clean, and air-conditioned. Requires airport shuttle connection. One-way tickets are $5; consider multi-day passes ($22-67) if staying longer.

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Luxor Tram System Free for guests

Luxor Hotel & Casino → Excalibur & Mandalay Bay resorts

5 min · Every 5-10 minutes · 9am-11pm

💡 Complimentary for hotel guests. Excellent for short-distance Strip travel between connected resorts. Limited operating hours; plan accordingly for late-night activities.

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What are the best rooms at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

Rooms in the newer Adventuredome tower (built 1993+) offer better quality and quieter experience. Higher floor rooms (15+) in the main casino tower have better views of the Strip. Corner rooms provide superior natural light.

Which rooms should I avoid at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

Ground floor and lower levels (1-3) near the casino floor experience constant noise and foot traffic. Rooms directly above the Adventuredome (indoor theme park) receive vibration and screaming sounds. Avoid rooms facing Las Vegas Boulevard due to street noise.

Is Circus Circus Hotel and Casino noisy?

Circus Circus is inherently noisy due to indoor theme park, casino, and mid-range clientele. Expect perpetual background noise even in better rooms. Sound insulation is inconsistent throughout property.

Which rooms have the best views at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

North-facing rooms on floors 20+ overlook the Strip and Stratosphere with city views. West-facing higher floors offer sunset views toward Red Rock Canyon.

What are insider tips for staying at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

Request upper floors away from elevators when booking. The Adventuredome tower rooms are superior quality but command higher rates. Visit during weekday mornings for quietest experience. Consider nearby properties if peaceful sleep is priority. Book corner rooms for better isolation. Avoid weekends and school holidays.

What time is check-in at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

Check-in at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino is from 15:00. Check-out is by 11:00.

Does Circus Circus Hotel and Casino have Wi-Fi?

Included in resort fee; standard speed ~25 Mbps; login via room key or email; limited speed in casino floor and some corridors

Is there a city or tourist tax at Circus Circus Hotel and Casino?

Clark County room tax 12% + Circus Circus resort fee $25/night (includes parking, Wi-Fi, fitness center, attractions)

When is the best time to visit Las Vegas?

October to November and February to March offer the most favourable conditions: daytime temperatures between 20–27°C, negligible rainfall, and the crowds thin considerably post-summer and pre-Easter. Autumn particularly rewards visitors with residual desert warmth, major headliner residencies still in swing, and hotel rates 20–30% below peak.

️ Top Attraktionen

Bellagio Fountains Free

💡 Visit after 8 PM for optimal viewing with better lighting. Arrive 10 minutes early for front-row spots.

Fremont Street Experience Free

💡 Go in the evening when light shows are most impressive. Street performers tip-dependent but worth watching.

Seven Magic Mountains Free

💡 Best visited at sunrise or sunset for magical lighting. Bring water and wear sunscreen; very exposed terrain.

Neon Museum - Neon Boneyard (Walking Tour)

💡 Book tours in advance. Daytime tours are cheaper ($15-18) than night tours. Photography is excellent at dusk.

Pinball Hall of Fame

💡 Bring quarters or cash (ATM on-site). Less crowded on weekday mornings. Entry is only $15, excellent value.