# Tropicana Resort Is The Perfect Spot For A Vegas Guys Getaway On A Budget *By James Hills — Updated January 2022* There are loads of hotels in Las Vegas and many of those are located along the famous Las Vegas Strip. I've had an opportunity to visit most of the flashiest ones over the past several years (and I've even stayed in some of the worst) but for some reason Tropicana escaped me. This is remarkable when you consider that it is located in the perfect spot - close to the airport and the new Allegiant Field as well as walking distance to events across the street at MGM Grand like MMA Fights, Boxing, and concerts and other entertainment events. Unfortunately, for guys on a budget, Vegas has gotten expensive. No I don't just mean pricey ... down right crazy town expensive in recent years. Not only that but you have to face long waiting times to check-in, long walks from the parking lot ... most of which are no longer free, and then you have the reality of tons of new fees being added to the list of unexpected expenses just to stay there. Usually your option is to stay at a fancy full-service resort or slum it at places like Excalibur but not anymore.  ### 10 Awesome On-Strip Vegas Ideas For Your Ultimate Guys Weekend On-Strip Vegas Guys Weekend Ideas ManTripping [Read More](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/RwZhjkSxyHtySA04cwL7rg.1047) ### Vegas Rocket Rally Experience Drive real Honda rally cars and play soccer with a giant ball on a dirt arena track, perfect for groups, families, and team events. 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Tropicana fits perfectly between these prices with a lower resort fee that includes parking vs $18 at MGM Grand and Excalibur. ## Man Gear Pick of the Month September's Pick Amazon (affiliate) ### Kenyon City Grill Portable Stainless Steel Electric Grill Why we picked it: a grill you can actually carry to the campsite, the tailgate or the cabin without borrowing a truck. Stainless, no propane tank to wrestle, and hot enough to cook for four guys rather than reheat for one. 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This isn't to say that Tropicana is a ritzy resort but it is well taken care of, rooms and public spaces clean, the resort has a great vibe and frankly it is obvious that it isn't being run by a huge corporation. Marketing folks for the resort actually work on-site vs somewhere else in Vegas like most of the properties on the strip. Even catering staff regaled us with tales of them meeting legendary Vegas personalities and celebrities during their decades of service at Tropicana. Tropicana Las Vegas features two main hotel towers. The first (and more premium) is Paradise Tower where we stayed is located at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Ave, just steps away from both the front door and check-in. You can literally park, check-in and be in your room in less than 20 minutes depending on time of day. This is also the best tower if you are planning to spend time in the casino since it is also located right there steps away from the elevators. The second is the Club Tower, located towards the back of the resort, but very close to ample self parking and is a great choice if you are planning to spend time enjoying the fantastic resort pool.   The third set of rooms is the Bungalows, which features balconies and are also located adjacent to the resort pool area.  Of course, no [Las Vegas](https://www.mantripping.com/united-states/nevada/las-vegas.html) resort - or guys getaway for that matter - would be complete without a fantastic steakhouse and we loved our dinner their paired with a fantastic Napa cabernet sauvignon from the restaurant's Oakville AVA namesake region. As one of the last original Vegas strip resorts, [Tropicana Resort Las Vegas](https://www.troplv.com/) is a thrill to simply walk through. From the famous stained glass arched ceiling that runs the length of the casino floor to the feeling that you are walking the footsteps of Vegas legends and Hollywood royalty from movies that featured Tropicana Resort such as Viva las Vegas and Diamonds Are Forever, this is a destination that I can't wait to come back to and visit again sometime soon. Top Picks Flow Voyages ### Book your next cruise with Heather at Flow Voyages Flow Voyages is a travel advisor specializing in cruises and resorts. [Contact Flow Voyages](https://ads.flowmediamarketing.com/go/HZkb3WTT3ZJtOaoNnmNriA.617) Promoted by FlowAds Details Written by: James Hills Last Updated: 19 January 2022 ### 🚢Ready To Book A Vacation? Let us help you plan a cruise, all-inclusive resort, or tour for your next guys trip, family vacation, or romantic getaway. 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