The dirtiest hotels in Las Vegas, according to tourists

Betway’s latest research reveals the dirtiest and cleanest hotels in Las Vegas according to online reviews.

Las Vegas may be known for its glitz, glamor, and non-stop entertainment, but how shiny is the experience when it comes to a hotel stay? With over 41 million visitors flocking to the city last year, the state of hotel rooms on offer can really make or break a trip.

To dig deeper into just how clean or dirty Las Vegas hotels really are, here at Betway we have analyzed over 140,000 Tripadvisor reviews from a list of hotels in the city. We scraped reviews for mentions of 17 key terms including ‘dirty’, ‘disgusting’, ‘mold’, ‘stains’, and mice etc, revealing the hotels that left tourists the most disappointed.

Key findings:

●    Alexis Park Resort Hotel is the ‘dirtiest’ hotel in Las Vegas with 23,74% of online reviews referencing keywords relating to uncleanliness.

●    Hilton Grand Vacations Club Paradise is Las Vegas’ cleanest hotel with just 1.76% of online reviews featuring cleanliness complaints.

The dirtiest hotels in Las Vegas 

Before booking one of your stays in Las Vegas, take a look at the city’s top hotels and how they fare in our dirtiest hotel rankings.

A three star hotel located just a few moments from the Strip, Alexis Park Resort Hotel unfortunately comes in first place as the dirtiest hotel in our study with almost a quarter of reviews mentioning words related to uncleanliness such as ‘dirty’, ‘mold’ and ‘dust’. Despite this, the hotel is popular with tourists traveling to Las Vegas thanks to its affordable rates, as well as its proximity to some of Las Vegas’ most well known attractions, such as the Sphere and Luxor Casino.

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham coms in second, although the percentage of reviews mentioning uncleanliness issues for this hotel is less than half that of those for Alexis Park Resort. Whilst it offers guests a central location at affordable prices, one in eight have unfortunately been left feeling unsatisfied when it comes to the hygiene level of the hotel.

The three star Tahiti Village Resort and Spa comes in third with just over one in ten leaving negative reviews when it comes to its cleanliness levels. Featuring a spa, pool, ‘lazy river’, as well as seven cafes, restaurants and bars, the resort is popular with those looking for a Las Vegas vacation away from the hustle and bustle of the Strip. However, those looking for a more luxurious getaway might want to venture elsewhere.

WorldMark Las Vegas Boulevard and Element Las Vegas Summerlin round off the top five with 8.72% and 8.56% of reviews, respectively, mentioning keywords relating to unhygienic conditions.

Other notable findings include:

●    The Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas is the first five star hotel to feature in the ranking, coming in ninth place overall, with 6.27% of its reviews featuring complaints about cleanliness.

●    With almost 1,500 suites, the five star Vdara Hotel and Spa is the most reviewed hotel in our list with over 21,000 reviews. Just 4.56% of these mention words relating to uncleanliness, meaning it comes in 20th place out of the 35 hotels analyzed.

●    The famous Trump International Hotel Las Vegas comes in 24th place with 4.23% of reviews complaining about uncleanliness. Towering over the Strip with its golden-glass facade, the high-end hotel appears to impress most guests who stay there.

The cleanest hotels in Las Vegas

With all that said, there is a shining list of establishments that stand out for their exceptional reputations. Below you can find the cleanest hotels in the city:

 
Taking the first spot as the cleanest hotel is the four star gem, Hilton Grand Vacations Club Paradise Las Vegas. Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Las Vegas Strip, this hotel combines convenience with comfort, making it an ideal choice for those staying in Sin City. Its impressive cleanliness record sets it apart from many competitors in the bustling city with only 1.76% of reviews mentioning keywords related to uncleanliness.

The five star Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas comes in second place as Las Vegas’ cleanest hotel with just 1.83% of reviews mentioning concerns around cleanliness. Located on the Strip, this hotel is described as a ‘modern oasis’, offering guests luxury rooms, a five star spa and stylish dining experiences.

Despite being just three stars, Staybridge Suites Las Vegas comes in third place as Vegas’ cleanest hotel with just under 2% of reviews complaining about hygiene. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation and is less than 10 minutes away by car from Harry Reid International.

Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas City Center, another three star hotel, comes in fourth and Skylofts at MGM Grand, one of Vegas’ famous five star boutique hotels, comes in fifth. Both hotels have just over 2% of reviews mentioning complaints about cleanliness, meaning negative experiences when it comes to hygiene are rare at these locations.

From stains to mold, these results will encourage any tourist traveling to Vegas to think twice about where they plan to stay…

If you’re planning a trip to Vegas, you might also want to check out our study on the most fulfilling Las Vegas attractions to help you plan your vacation.

Methodology

A seedlist of 35 non-gaming hotels in Las Vegas was created. We then analyzed 141,152 reviews for the 35 hotels, counting the number of mentions for 17 key terms including dirty, disgusting, stink, stain, gross, unhygienic, filthy, soiled, unclean, mold, mice, dust, cockroach, mildew, pubic hair, sewage and grime. Google review rating included for reference, but not included in the calculation for the final ranking.

All data correct as of October 2024.