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Bellagio Las Vegas Review (2026): Rates, Resort Fee & What to Expect

Center Strip

The Bellagio is a 3,933-room luxury resort on the Center Strip, best known for its free fountain show and as the home of O by Cirque du Soleil. It opened in 1998 and is operated by MGM Resorts.

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Hotel Fees

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Parking

Self-parking: $20/day Mon–Thu, $25/day Fri–Sun (not free for hotel guests; free for MGM Rewards Pearl+ members and NV residents up to 3 hrs); valet: $40/day (as of July 2026)

Check-In Age

21+ to check in without an adult companion

Pool Season

Year-round (5 pools; main pool open daily)

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By the ThingsVegas Editorial Team·Last updated July 2026

Who It's For

Couples celebrating a milestone, first-time visitors who want the iconic Strip experience, and anyone attending O by Cirque du Soleil.

Who Should Skip It

Budget travelers (resort fee adds $62/night on top of room rate), guests who want recently renovated rooms (Bellagio's standard rooms are older than comparable MGM properties), and light sleepers in fountain-facing rooms (shows run until midnight or later on weekends).

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Walk Times from Bellagio

Caesars Palace8 min walk
The Cosmopolitan3 min walk
Park MGM / T-Mobile Arena12 min walk
High Roller observation wheel18 min walk

Pros & Cons

What We Like

  • Iconic fountains
  • 8 Michelin-starred restaurants on property
  • Home of O by Cirque
  • Conservatory botanical garden
  • Premium pool complex

What Could Be Better

  • Expensive
  • $62.36/night resort fee
  • Can feel crowded

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bellagio resort fee and what does it cover?

$62.36 per night as of July 2026 (includes tax). It covers in-room Wi-Fi, access to the fitness center, and pool access. Self-parking is $20/day Mon–Thu and $25/day Fri–Sun; it is not free for hotel guests unless you hold MGM Rewards Pearl status or higher.

Can guests under 21 stay at the Bellagio?

Guests must be 21 or older to check in without an adult companion. Minors may stay in the same room as a parent or guardian.

Is the Bellagio fountain show free?

Yes. The fountain show runs every 30 minutes in the afternoon and every 15 minutes in the evening. It is visible from the Strip sidewalk at no cost.

Which Bellagio tower has the best rooms?

The Spa Tower rooms are newer and generally rated higher than the original Main Tower rooms. Fountain-view rooms in either tower carry a premium of roughly $50–$100/night.

How far is the Bellagio from the Las Vegas airport?

Approximately 4 miles from Harry Reid International Airport. A rideshare takes 10–15 minutes; a taxi costs roughly $20–$25.

Is O by Cirque du Soleil worth it at the Bellagio?

O is one of the longest-running Cirque shows in Las Vegas and the only one performed in a purpose-built aquatic theater. Tickets start at $115. It is worth seeing once; repeat visits are less common.

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