One thing to know before you head out to Nevada is that you have to be 21 to gamble in Las Vegas, and many Nevada hotels require you to be 21 to rent a room.
Luckily, there are hotels in Nevada that allow 18-year-olds to check in, and this brief guide will tell you everything you need to know to prepare for your hotel stay.
Hotels in Nevada with 18+ Check-In
1. Las Vegas
5 Star Hotels:
4 Star Hotels:
3 Star Hotels:
- Hampton Inn Tropicana
- Desert Rose Resort
- Hyatt Place Las Vegas
- La Quinta by Wyndham Las Vegas Airport South
- Hampton Inn Las Vegas Strip South, NV
- Best Western McCarran Inn
- Hyatt Place Las Vegas at Silverton Village
- Sonesta Simply Suites Las Vegas Convention Center
- Home2 Suites By Hilton Las Vegas Strip South
- Courtyard by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center
- La Quinta by Wyndham Las Vegas RedRock/Summerlin
- Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas Strip South
- La Quinta by Wyndham Las Vegas Summerlin Tech
- Residence Inn by Marriott Las Vegas Hughes Center
- Comfort Inn & Suites Las Vegas - Nellis
- Residence Inn Las Vegas South/Henderson
- Hawthorn Suites Las Vegas
- Home2 Suites By Hilton Las Vegas Southwest I-215 Curve
- Hilton Club Elara Las Vegas
2 Star Hotels:
- Days Inn by Wyndham Las Vegas Airport Near the Strip
- Baymont by Wyndham Las Vegas South Strip
- Thunderbird Boutique Hotel
- Motel 6-Las Vegas, NV - Motor Speedway
- Siegel Select LV Strip-Convention Center
- Super 8 by Wyndham Las Vegas North Strip/Fremont St. Area
- Siegel Select Las Vegas Boulevard
- My Place Hotel-North Las Vegas, NV
- Siegel Select Flamingo
- Siegel Slots and Suites (No Resort Fees)
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2. Reno
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How Old Do You Have to Be to Rent a Hotel Room in Nevada?
You have to be at least 18 years old to rent a hotel room in Nevada. However, many hotels have an age requirement of 21, so you should always check before booking.
If you are under 21, choose from the above list of 18+ hotels in Nevada that welcome young travelers.
FAQs
Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about renting a hotel room as an 18-year-old.
1. What do I need to bring to check in to a hotel?
Most, if not all, hotels will need you to present your ID and a credit or debit card upon check-in.
2. Is it legal to rent a hotel room in Nevada as an 18-year-old?
Yes. It is legal to rent a hotel room in Nevada if you’re under 21, but only if the hotel’s age policy allows it.
3. Why don’t all hotels in Nevada let 18-year-olds check in if it’s legal?
Even though you are an adult at 18, many 18-year-olds are not mature enough to make responsible decisions. This risk leads to higher insurance prices for hotels. There is also the issue of liability for underage drinking.
4. What if I can’t find a hotel’s age policy online?
Contact the hotel if you can’t find its age policy on their site or wherever you are trying to book a room. You want to ensure they will allow you to check in once you arrive, especially since the room might not be refundable.
All the hotels listed above have a minimum check-in age of 18, making it convenient for you to book. Still, double-check the age policy before booking!
Alternatives to Hotels for 18-Year-Olds
Check out these other options for your Nevada stay as an 18-year-old.
Airbnb
Airbnb allows 18-year-olds to rent properties with an under-25 policy that hosts cannot change.
You can usually find both affordable and more luxury rentals with Airbnb, but they will always give you a more authentic, local experience than the standard hotel room.
Hostels
Hostels are great for those stays when you aren’t planning to spend much time in your room. The prices are low, the locations are great, and the hostels cater to youth.
So what’s the downside?
You’re not going to find a hostel in every city you wish to visit. Also, accommodations are shared, so if you’re not crazy about sleeping in a bunk bed and hearing other people snore, this might not be the right choice.