Local residents struggle as parking costs soar on the Las Vegas Strip despite casino perks

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Residents of Clark County are finding it increasingly difficult to secure affordable parking on the Las Vegas Strip, despite some casinos offering perks to locals. Edwidge Belcourt, a Henderson resident, expressed frustration, saying, “It is very expensive to park on the strip.” He noted that the three-hour free parking offered by some casinos is insufficient, adding, “Three hours is not much anyway.”

Joshua Williams, another local, reminisced about the days of free parking at venues like The Mirage and Cromwell. “For locals and then also for folks who are out of town, they have to do something. We have to do something to bring people back,” he said.

News 3’s investigation revealed that Resorts World offers free parking for Nevada residents, while out-of-state visitors face a $21 charge.

MORE ON NEWS 3 | Las Vegas Strip casinos selling bottled water priced at nearly $9

Treasure Island, Sahara, and Circus Circus are the only casinos providing free parking to all visitors.

Caesars Palace offers free parking for locals from Sunday through Thursday, but fees apply on weekends after the first three hours.

The MGM Grand charges $50 for special event parking, with regular rates starting at $20 after three free hours on weekdays and $25 on weekends.

The Wynn caters primarily to hotel guests, offering free parking to them, while locals receive the standard three-hour free parking.

As parking costs continue to rise, locals are urged to share their experiences and tips for finding affordable options on the strip.