Luxor to MGM Grand

Best South Strip Hotels in Las Vegas (2026)

South Strip is where the biggest pools, the biggest arena, and the biggest value converge. From MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay down to Luxor and Excalibur, this zone offers everything from luxury to budget and sits closest to Allegiant Stadium and T-Mobile Arena. If your trip revolves around a game, a fight, or a pool day, South Strip delivers.

6 hotels in this area

Mandalay Bay

Luxury

The Strip's biggest beach pool, an aquarium, and a destination-resort feel at the south end.

Pool-focused trips (11 acres of beach pool, wave pool, lazy river)
Families (Shark Reef Aquarium on-property)
Conventions (Mandalay Bay Convention Center is huge)
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Luxor

Mid-Range

The black glass pyramid — iconic Vegas architecture and one of the largest hotels in the world.

Travelers who want recognizable Vegas architecture
Budget-conscious Strip stays
Connection to Mandalay Bay and Excalibur via free tram
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Excalibur

Budget

The castle-themed Strip resort — kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and connected to Luxor and Mandalay Bay.

Families with younger kids
Budget travelers
Bachelor/bachelorette groups looking for cheap south-Strip base
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MGM Grand

Upscale

One of the largest hotels in the world — and the south-Strip anchor for sports, conventions, and big-name nightlife.

Concert and event travelers (MGM Grand Garden Arena is on-property)
Big group weekends
KÀ by Cirque du Soleil ticket holders
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Park MGM

Upscale

The reinvented Monte Carlo — walkable to T-Mobile Arena and one of the most pedestrian-friendly Strip stays.

Concertgoers (Dolby Live and T-Mobile Arena both walkable)
Couples wanting upscale without ultra-luxury pricing
Travelers who value walkability over a casino-floor immersion
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New York-New York

Mid-Range

The skyline-themed resort with the Big Apple Coaster running around the building.

Themed-Vegas first-timers
Couples and groups wanting walkable south-center Strip access
Travelers who want to walk to T-Mobile Arena
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South Strip Hotels FAQ

What hotels are on the South Strip?

The South Strip includes Mandalay Bay, Delano, Luxor, Excalibur, New York-New York, Park MGM, MGM Grand, and the Signature at MGM Grand. This zone extends from the southern end of the Strip near Allegiant Stadium up to the MGM Grand / T-Mobile Arena area.

Is South Strip walkable to the rest of the Strip?

Partially. MGM Grand and Park MGM are a reasonable walk to Center Strip (15-20 minutes). Mandalay Bay and Luxor are a 30+ minute walk to Bellagio — most guests take the free tram (Mandalay Bay to Excalibur) or a rideshare for Center Strip restaurants and clubs. South Strip is best for guests who plan to spend significant time on-property.

Is South Strip good for sports fans?

South Strip is the best zone for sports. Allegiant Stadium (Raiders, UNLV football) is a 15-minute walk from Mandalay Bay. T-Mobile Arena (Golden Knights, UFC, boxing) is directly connected to Park MGM and New York-New York. MGM Grand has hosted more UFC events than any other venue in the world.

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