Resort fees, deposits and other policy details at The STRAT
The STRAT charges a daily resort fee of $49.95 plus tax and collects a separate incidental deposit hold at check-in (a daily $75 hold, up to a stated max per stay). The primary guest must be 21+ to check in and must present a physical government ID and the physical credit/debit card used for the deposit.
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Daily resort fee — what it covers
The STRAT applies a daily resort fee of $49.95 plus tax to guest stays. The fee is mandatory for rooms and suites and is charged per night.
Included with the resort fee are discounted Tower entry, 20% off SkyJump, seasonal admission to Swim & Social pool, 24-hour Fitness Center access, and complimentary local and toll-free calls. True Rewards benefits tied to the resort fee apply for up to four guests staying in the same room.
- Discounted Tower entry (observation deck and some attractions)
- 20% off SkyJump
- Seasonal admission to Swim & Social pool (hotel-guest access)
- 24-hour Fitness Center access (room-key access; guests must be 16+)
- Complimentary local and toll-free calls
Security deposit and incidental hold
At check-in The STRAT collects a daily incidental hold of $75 plus tax (reported as a daily hold) with a stated maximum per stay. This is separate from the resort fee and is intended to cover incidentals such as room charges, minibar, or damage.
The hold is placed on the card presented at check-in. If you use a debit card, the hotel notes that unused funds held against the card can take an estimated 10–20 business days to be released by your bank.
| Item | Amount / Note |
|---|---|
| Daily incidental hold | $75 (daily hold; collected at check-in) |
| Resort fee | $49.95 plus tax per night |
| Debit-card release time | Estimated 10–20 business days for unused hold to return |
Check-in, check-out and ID requirements
Standard check-in is 3:00pm and check-out is 11:00am. Early check-in (Mon–Thu) and late check-out are offered subject to availability when booking directly with the hotel.
The primary guest checking in must be at least 21 years old and present a physical, valid government-issued ID (driver license, passport, or military ID) plus the physical major credit or debit card used for the security deposit. The card used for the deposit must match the ID at check-in.
- Check-in: 3:00pm
- Check-out: 11:00am
- Minimum check-in age: 21 (primary guest)
- Required at check-in: physical government ID + physical major credit/debit card
Pools and age rules (Swim & Social and WET24)
The STRAT operates two seasonal pools with different age restrictions. Swim & Social (8th floor) is a family-style resort pool and is complimentary for hotel guests; minors under 18 are allowed when accompanied by an adult.
WET24 Pool & Wet Lounge (24th/25th floor) is an adults-only pool restricted to guests 21 and older. Both pools prohibit outside food and beverages and glass containers; hours and seasonal availability can vary with weather.
- Swim & Social (Select Tower, 8th floor): family-friendly; minors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult; hotel-guest admission included with room
- WET24 Pool & Wet Lounge (24th/25th floor): adults-only (21+); hotel-guest admission with room key
- Pool rules: no outside food or beverages, no glass; seasonal operation and variable hours
Room types and extra-person fees
The STRAT’s published room types include Boulevard Suite, Select 2 Queens Room, Elite 2 Queens Room, Elite Room, Select Room, Elevate Room, Elevate 2 Queens Room, Classic Grand Suite, Newly Renovated Vegas Tower Room, and Room Type assigned at check-in. Room-specific policies (like smoking designation) are assigned by the hotel.
An additional nightly fee applies for extra guests: $25 per person per night plus tax for a 3rd and 4th person aged 12 or older in the room. True Rewards benefits related to the resort fee are valid for up to four guests sharing a room.
- Room names (exact): Boulevard Suite; Select 2 Queens Room; Elite 2 Queens Room; Elite Room; Select Room; Elevate Room; Elevate 2 Queens Room; Classic Grand Suite; Newly Renovated Vegas Tower Room; Room Type assigned at check-in
- Extra-person fee: $25 per person per night plus tax for 3rd & 4th person (12+)
- Smoking: designated smoking rooms are available; ask at booking if you need a non-smoking room
Parking, pets, fitness and accessibility
Parking: Locals with Nevada license plates may get complimentary self-parking; Solid/Legit/Epic True Rewards members can also qualify for complimentary parking. Non-residents are charged for self-parking and valet (third-party listings show example rates).
Pets and service animals: The STRAT does not allow pets in rooms, but service animals are welcome and must be leashed and accompanied at all times. For disability accommodations guests are directed to the hotel number provided for requests.
Fitness center: A 24-hour Fitness Center is available on the Retail Level of the Select Tower and requires room-key access; users must be 16 or older.
- Pet policy: no pets allowed; service animals permitted (leashed and supervised)
- Fitness: 24-hour Fitness Center on Select Tower Retail Level (room-key access; 16+)
- Accessibility: contact the hotel’s disability accommodation line (the STRAT directs guests to call their provided number for requests)
Cancellations, deposits and special booking notes
Standard room reservations must be cancelled at least 72 hours prior to 12:00am of the arrival date to receive a deposit refund. Package and promotional rates can have different cancellation or deposit rules; check the specific rate terms when booking.
Early check-in and late check-out are offered subject to availability; for direct bookings contact the hotel. If you plan to pay with a debit card, remember incidental holds may temporarily reduce your available balance until the hold is released.
- Standard cancellation window: cancel ≥72 hours before 12:00am on arrival date for refund
- Packages/promotions: may have different terms—confirm before booking
- Debit cards: incidental holds may take 10–20 business days to release unused funds
