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Fees & parking
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Is This the Right Hotel for You?
We try to be honest about what each hotel does well — and what it doesn't. The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is a great fit for some trips and the wrong call for others.
Best for
- +Thrill-seekers (the SkyJump, X-Scream, Big Shot rides)
- +Travelers who want observation tower views
- +Budget travelers
Not ideal for
- −Travelers seeking center-Strip walkability — STRAT is the northernmost major property
- −Luxury travelers
What Makes The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower Different
The on-property highlights that distinguish this hotel from the rest of the Strip.
The Stratosphere Tower — 1,149 feet, the tallest free-standing observation tower in the US
SkyJump — controlled descent from 855 feet
Top of the World — the revolving restaurant at the top of the tower
Big Shot, X-Scream, and Insanity thrill rides at the top of the tower
On-Property at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
Restaurants, nightlife, bars, and shows worth knowing about without leaving the hotel.
Restaurants
- • Top of the World — revolving restaurant 800 feet up
- • McCall's Heartland Grill
Nightlife
- • PT's Wings & Sports
Shows
- • Tower thrill rides (separate admission)
- • L.A. Comedy Club
Practical Considerations
What to know before you book — the practical details that affect your stay.
Northernmost major Strip property — far from center-Strip activity
Tower attractions have separate admission (not included in room rate)
Renamed from Stratosphere to STRAT in 2019
Budget-friendly room pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower.
How many rooms does The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower have?
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower has 2,427 rooms. The property opened in 1996 and is operated by Golden Entertainment. Source: Wikipedia — List of Las Vegas Strip hotels.
When did The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower open?
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower opened in 1996. Big Shot, X-Scream, and Insanity thrill rides at the top of the tower
What is the resort fee at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower?
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower charges a daily resort fee of $50 before tax, which becomes $56.63 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.
Is The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower good for thrill-seekers (the skyjump, x-scream, big shot rides)?
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The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower is best for: Thrill-seekers (the SkyJump, X-Scream, Big Shot rides); Travelers who want observation tower views; Budget travelers. It is NOT ideal for: Travelers seeking center-Strip walkability — STRAT is the northernmost major property; Luxury travelers.