The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower – Las Vegas Hotel Review 2026
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower sits at the north end of the Strip and is best known for its 1,149-foot observation tower with panoramic views of Las Vegas. It is the home venue for Rouge - The Sexiest Show in Vegas. Rooms are among the most affordable on the Strip.
Key Facts (as of July 2026)
- Nightly rate: $50–$180/night
Pros
- Observation tower with panoramic Strip views
- Home of Rouge adult show
- Budget-friendly rates
- Thrill rides on the tower
- Frequent promotions and deals
Cons
- North end of Strip, far from most attractions
- Property is aging
- Neighborhood less polished than south Strip
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I confirm before booking The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower?
Compare the live room total, including any mandatory property fees, and the cancellation terms before booking The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. Budget travelers, couples attending Rouge, visitors who want tower views without paying luxury prices
Who is The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower best suited for?
Budget travelers, couples attending Rouge, visitors who want tower views without paying luxury prices The hotel is better suited to adult travelers.
How The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower Fits a Las Vegas Trip
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is a 3-star property in North Strip. It is positioned for Budget travelers, couples attending Rouge, visitors who want tower views without paying luxury prices. The stated audience is primarily adults rather than families. Its on-property nightlife is a relevant part of the stay.
Property-specific reasons to choose it
- Observation tower with panoramic Strip views is one of the features that supports the property’s fit for its stated guests.
- Home of Rouge adult show is one of the features that supports the property’s fit for its stated guests.
- Budget-friendly rates is one of the features that supports the property’s fit for its stated guests.
- Thrill rides on the tower is one of the features that supports the property’s fit for its stated guests.
- Frequent promotions and deals is one of the features that supports the property’s fit for its stated guests.
Practical constraints to weigh
- North end of Strip, far from most attractions is a specific consideration when comparing this stay with alternatives.
- Property is aging is a specific consideration when comparing this stay with alternatives.
- Neighborhood less polished than south Strip is a specific consideration when comparing this stay with alternatives.
Current Property Details
The following property details were checked against the hotel or operator sources on September 4, 2026. Service schedules, room inventory, and commercial terms can change; verify the live listing before booking.
- The STRAT Tower rises 1,149 feet and is identified by the operator as the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States.
- Top of the World is a revolving restaurant more than 800 feet above the Strip.
- Big Shot and SkyJump are currently active tower attractions; the closed Insanity and X-Scream rides should not be represented as operating.
- The current entertainment listings include ROUGE, Ikons of Rock, and performances at the L.A. Comedy Club.
- Swim & Social is on the eighth floor and is complimentary for hotel guests.
- Resort-fee, pool, and show-schedule information is date-sensitive and should be verified directly.
Official sources checked: thestrat.com; thestrat.com.
What the stay is actually built around
The STRAT Tower rises 1,149 feet and is identified by the operator as the tallest freestanding observation tower in the United States. Top of the World is a revolving restaurant more than 800 feet above the Strip.
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is most useful to travelers whose itinerary will genuinely use those property-specific features, rather than to guests choosing solely by a headline room rate. The right room category, tower, or pool arrangement should be selected deliberately where the property offers more than one experience.
On-property time and itinerary fit
Big Shot and SkyJump are currently active tower attractions; the closed Insanity and X-Scream rides should not be represented as operating. The current entertainment listings include ROUGE, Ikons of Rock, and performances at the L.A. Comedy Club.
Those details create a concrete reason to reserve time at the resort rather than treating it only as an overnight stop. Live showtimes, restaurant reservations, pool access, and any age restrictions should be verified from the current property sources before building a trip around them.
Location and booking implications
Swim & Social is on the eighth floor and is complimentary for hotel guests. Resort-fee, pool, and show-schedule information is date-sensitive and should be verified directly.
This is the practical distinction to weigh against nearby alternatives: calculate the full current room total, then decide whether the property’s actual location and included experiences justify the trade-offs for this itinerary.
Booking decision
The listed room range for The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is $50–$180/night. Use its North Strip location, the specific strengths above, and the constraints above as the comparison points before checking a live room total and cancellation terms.
For more Las Vegas hotel options, see the Las Vegas hotel guide comparing all major properties by price, location, and amenities.
