Circus Circus Las Vegas
The kid-first Vegas resort — free circus acts, the Adventuredome theme park, and free self-parking.
Rooms
3,767
Opened
1968
Resort Fee
$45/night
Operator
Phil Ruffin
Sources: Room count and opening year from Wikipedia — List of Las Vegas Strip hotels. Resort fee from ResortFeeChecker.com. Parking from Las Vegas Direct — Hotel Parking Fees Guide. Re-verified 2026-04-09.
Fees & Parking
The numbers that hit your folio on top of the room rate. Always add these to the rate you see on Expedia or Booking.com when comparing hotels.
Resort Fee
Per night, mandatory
$45.00
before tax
Becomes $51.02/night after Clark County's 13.38% combined lodging tax.
Parking
Phil Ruffin (independent) policy
Self-park (weekday): Free for all guests
Self-park (weekend): Free for all guests
Valet: Treasure Island: see property. Circus Circus: $12 (≤2hr), $14 (2–4hr), $16 (4–24hr).
Is This the Right Hotel for You?
We try to be honest about what each hotel does well — and what it doesn't. Circus Circus Las Vegas is a great fit for some trips and the wrong call for others.
Best for
- +Families with kids (the only Strip hotel designed kids-first)
- +Budget travelers
- +Travelers who want free self-parking on the Strip
Not ideal for
- −Adults seeking modern Vegas experiences
- −Couples wanting romance
- −Anyone seeking a luxury feel
What Makes Circus Circus Las Vegas Different
The on-property highlights that distinguish this hotel from the rest of the Strip.
Adventuredome — 5-acre indoor theme park with 25 rides including the Canyon Blaster coaster
Free circus acts performing daily
Free self-parking — one of very few Strip properties still offering it
Owned by Phil Ruffin (also owns Treasure Island)
On-Property
Notable dining, nightlife, and entertainment without leaving the hotel.
Dining
- • The Steak House at Circus Circus
- • Westside Deli
- • Pizzeria
Nightlife
- • Limited — this property is family-focused
Shows
- • Free circus acts daily
- • Adventuredome theme park
Practical Considerations
What to know before you book — the practical details that affect your stay.
North-Strip location — far from most adult Vegas activity
Free parking and family programming are the main draws
Adventuredome charges separately for ride wristbands ($30-$60)
Tower vs Manor rooms — Tower rooms are newer
Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching Circus Circus Las Vegas.
How many rooms does Circus Circus Las Vegas have?
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Circus Circus Las Vegas has 3,767 rooms. The property opened in 1968 and is operated by Phil Ruffin. Source: Wikipedia — List of Las Vegas Strip hotels.
When did Circus Circus Las Vegas open?
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Circus Circus Las Vegas opened in 1968. Owned by Phil Ruffin (also owns Treasure Island)
What is the resort fee at Circus Circus Las Vegas?
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Circus Circus Las Vegas charges a daily resort fee of $45 before tax, which becomes $51.02 after Clark County's 13.38% combined lodging tax. The fee is mandatory and is added to your folio at check-in. Verified from ResortFeeChecker.com as of 2026-04-09.
How much is parking at Circus Circus Las Vegas?
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Circus Circus Las Vegas is operated by Phil Ruffin (independent). Self-parking weekday rate: Free for all guests. Self-parking weekend rate: Free for all guests. Valet: Treasure Island: see property. Circus Circus: $12 (≤2hr), $14 (2–4hr), $16 (4–24hr)..
Is Circus Circus Las Vegas good for families with kids (the only strip hotel designed kids-first)?
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Circus Circus Las Vegas is best for: Families with kids (the only Strip hotel designed kids-first); Budget travelers; Travelers who want free self-parking on the Strip. It is NOT ideal for: Adults seeking modern Vegas experiences; Couples wanting romance; Anyone seeking a luxury feel.