Laughlin, NV

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Travel Nevada and Ryan Jerz
Photo provided by Travel Nevada and Ryan Jerz
Photo provided by Travel Nevada and Ryan Jerz
Photo provided by Travel Nevada and Ryan Jerz
Photo provided by Travel Nevada and Ryan Jerz

A popular gambling destination with plenty of opportunities for outdoor fun, this laid-back riverside town offers casinos, entertainment and dining at a fraction of the price of Vegas.

With its 24-hour casinos, Laughlin is often cited as being a cheaper alternative to Vegas. But this riverside town actually has a lot more to offer than just legal gambling. Embark on riverside hikes, cycle along scenic trails, play golf at well-maintained courses and go boating, Jet skiing or kayaking on the river.

Find most of the city’s casinos located along the Laughlin Strip, known as Casino Drive. There are a dozen or so casinos, including the Old West-themed Pioneer Hotel and Gambling Hall, the tropical rainforest-inspired Golden Nugget Laughlin and the Colorado Belle Casino Resort, which is situated in a 600-foot (182-meter) long replica of a 19th-century paddlewheel riverboat. In addition to gambling facilities, such as slot machines, blackjack tables and poker rooms, many of the casinos also have on-site dining options, bars and live entertainment.

For anyone craving outdoor adventure, Laughlin provides extensive options. Golfers can get swinging at the desert-set Huukan Golf Club and the David Druzisky-designed championship course at Laughlin Ranch Golf Club, located just across the Colorado River in Arizona’s Bullhead City. The Colorado River also presents opportunities for water-based activities, including boating, fishing and waterskiing.Ascend the granite peak of Spirit Mountain. From the summit, you can see the sprawling Mojave National Preserve.mining ghost towns, and the Grand Canyon Skywalk. The Hoover Dam is just a 90-minute drive away.

Find Laughlin at the southern tip of Nevada on the banks of the Colorado River. Visit in spring, fall or winter to avoid the stifling summer temperatures. If you plan on spending all your time in the casinos, it is possible to walk between them or rely on taxis and water taxis. If you want to travel outside the city, it’s best to rent a car.

The Aquarius Casino Resort, BW Premier Collection

The Aquarius Casino Resort, BW Premier Collection

3.5 out of 5
1900 S Casino Dr, Laughlin, NV
$58 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$66 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly resort in Laughlin. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (6,742 reviews)
"Casino was clean and in good shape. Lots of the new slot machines to chose from. Not as many black jack tables as I would have liked."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

The Aquarius Casino Resort, BW Premier Collection
Avi Resort & Casino

Avi Resort & Casino

3.5 out of 5
10000 Aha Macav Pkwy, Laughlin, NV
$39 nightly
The price is $44 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$44 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Laughlin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,985 reviews)

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Avi Resort & Casino
Harrah's Laughlin Beach Resort & Casino

Harrah's Laughlin Beach Resort & Casino

3.5 out of 5
2900 S Casino Drive, Laughlin, NV
$58 nightly
The price is $65 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$65 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Laughlin. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,571 reviews)
"The room is so clean and comfortable, Only the check-in service is very bad, the girls in front are very rude and racist"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Harrah's Laughlin Beach Resort & Casino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View

3 out of 5
Bullhead City
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bullhead City. Enjoy free parking, a pool table, and balconies. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Casino at Don ...
Bullhead City Home w/ Private Pool, Hot Tub & View
Casa Feliz is minutes from Colorado River, Oatman, Casinos, Laughlin.

Casa Feliz is minutes from Colorado River, Oatman, Casinos, Laughlin.

Fort Mohave
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Fort Mohave. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Anderson Auto Group Fieldhouse ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Great house!
"Everything we needed for our 6 nights! Would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Casa Feliz is minutes from Colorado River, Oatman, Casinos, Laughlin.
Your Riverfront Relaxing Vacation Home

Your Riverfront Relaxing Vacation Home

Bullhead City
Stay at this condo in Bullhead City. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Harrah's Laughlin Casino and Tropicana Casino ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"I’d like to sincerely thank you for renting your condo to my family and me. The space was cozy, comfortable, and fit our needs perfectly. We felt right at home from the moment we arrived.The view was absolutely beautiful — a highlight of our stay — and the location couldn’t have been more perfect. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Your Riverfront Relaxing Vacation Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Getting around Laughlin

Renting a car is probably your best option for getting the most out of your trip to Laughlin. The center is compact and easy to walk around, but the casinos, restaurants and hotels of Casino Drive, which are what draw most visitors, sit a couple of miles away from downtown. There are a couple of bus routes, but no extensive public transit. The Laughlin Riverwalk connects Casino Drive and the Colorado River. Visit the Nevada Transportation AuthorityOpens in a new window website.Browse Laughlin rental cars.

Best time to visit

Sitting in the Mojave Desert, Laughlin has dry weather throughout the year, so you shouldn’t worry too much about packing for rain. By the same token, the height of summer tends to be extremely hot, with average high temperatures of 112 F (44 C) in July. This is also the busiest time of year. Spring and fall are quieter, cheaper, and warm but not too hot.

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