Do you have to pay to go to the pool in Vegas?

Non-guests, hotel visitors and locals can usually access the pool for a small admission fee. Some pools on the strip, including the LINQ Influence pool and the Harrah's pool, are both free to the public during select hours. Be sure to check in advance, as these rules differ by property and day of the week.



In 2026, whether you have to pay for pool access in Las Vegas depends entirely on your guest status and the "vibe" of the pool. For registered hotel guests, pool access is almost always "free," as it is covered by the mandatory daily resort fee (which now averages $45–$65). However, for non-guests, many of the premier "resort oases" like the Aria, Bellagio, or Caesars Palace have moved to a paid "Day Pass" model through platforms like ResortPass, with prices ranging from $25 to $100 depending on the day. "Day Clubs" (like Encore Beach Club or Liquid) are separate entities that charge a "cover fee" for everyone—guests and non-guests alike—often ranging from $30 to $150. A peer-to-peer tip for 2026: if you are a non-guest looking for a free or cheap swim, look toward downtown hotels or "locals" spots like the Red Rock or Green Valley Ranch, which occasionally offer free entry on weekdays. For the high-end Strip pools, "free" is a thing of the past unless you are staying at the property or are a high-level rewards member.

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You do not legally have to pay any hotel resort fee. Resort fees are in violation of Nevada's Deceptive Trade Practices Law. Fifty Attorneys General are currently investigating hotel resort fees for being deceptive and misleading.

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Are hotel pools free? For paying guests, access to the pool is complimentary. Non-guests, hotel visitors and locals can usually access the pool for a small admission fee. Some pools on the strip, including the LINQ Influence pool and the Harrah's pool, are both free to the public during select hours.

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Lots of hotels use nightly resort fees to cover the cost of the hotel's extra amenities. Granted, most hotels simply include amenities in their total price anyway. In the past, many hotels charged their guests an extra fee if they wanted to, for example, use the gym or pool for one day.

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Book an award stay with hotel loyalty points. One of the best strategies for avoiding resort fees comes when you use travel rewards to cover the cost of your stay. However, it's important to note that not all hotel points can help you avoid paying those pesky resort fees.

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You cannot simply refuse to pay resort fees, but — just as some hotel employees are occasionally empowered to compensate you — the employee might have authority to remove your resort fee. Just understand that this is the exception, not the norm. And while it doesn't hurt to ask, it helps to ask nicely.

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Look no further than the GO Pool for the best pool party in Vegas. Is there a cost to enter the Flamingo Beach Club Pool? Free admission to all Caesars Entertainment Hotel guests, except for scheduled events at GO Pool.

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When do pools open in Las Vegas? Pool season begins in March and ends around October with the daily hours typically being 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. but this can vary from pool to pool.

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Hotel Fees means all mandatory fees, costs or charges imposed by You on guests (other than the Room Price and Taxes) that such guests must pay in order to stay at the Property, including without limitation resort fees , whether collected directly by You or not.

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Resort fees are generally not refundable, though there may be some exceptions depending on the resort. It is essential to check with the resort directly to find out their refund policy. Most resorts do not offer refunds for their resort fees, but there may be some exceptions depending on the particular hotel.

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Many people correctly observe that Las Vegas has become an expensive tourist destination in what used to be a very affordable city to visit. The main reason for the dramatic price increases in the city is the demands of the shareholders who now own most of the casinos.

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Las Vegas reaches at least 100 degrees, on average, 70 days a year. The hot season usually starts around early June and lasts until mid-September. It rarely jumps above 110 during that time, and even more rarely, exceeds 115. But there can be long streaks of triple-digits.

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Some hotels state that their resort fees cover the cost of local calls, pool towels, minibar items, wireless internet access, and a daily newspaper. Others include airport shuttle service, fitness classes, and beach access in their resort fees.

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Free seating for hotel guests is based on availability. Guests and visitors may also reserve seating. Indulge yourself in the romantic lure of a Mediterranean-infused al fresco poolside experience. With five distinctive pool courtyard settings, come take a relaxing dip in refreshing azure waters.

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The only way anyone can use the Bellagio pool area is if they are a guest in the hotel and there is NO charge for this. Some hotels do have 'adult' pools and for those there is an entry fee.

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