Gold Coast

Name: Gold Coast
Address: 4000 W. Flamingo Rd., Las Vegas, NV, US
Price range: $38+

Reviewed by the Las Vegas Guide editorial team · Updated July 2026

The Gold Coast is a friendly, great-value locals' casino just west of the Strip, pairing cheap, comfortable rooms with a 70-lane bowling center, live music and free parking. A Victorian-styled gambling hall at the edge of Chinatown, home to acclaimed Ping Pang Pong dim sum.

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Is the Gold Coast Worth It? Honest Review, Rooms & Rates

Just over a mile off the Strip, the Gold Coast is a welcoming locals' casino with a Victorian-style gambling-hall character — rich wood, brass fixtures and an easygoing crowd. It's all about value: cheap rooms, locals' prices on dining and gaming, and free self-parking. Sitting on Flamingo Road at the edge of Chinatown, it's also home to Ping Pang Pong, one of the best-regarded Chinese restaurants in the country.

There's plenty to do on-site, including a 70-lane bowling center — one of the largest in Las Vegas — and regular live music. One honest note: the free shuttle that once linked the Gold Coast and sister-property the Orleans to the Strip was discontinued in 2026, so plan on a short rideshare or a car. For travelers who want to be close to the action without paying Strip prices, it's a reliable bargain.

Insider tipIf you want a bathtub, book the 720-square-foot Executive 1 Bedroom suite — it's the only room type with a separate tub, while the standard 360-square-foot Deluxe rooms have a shower only. Just note the suite's parlor couch isn't a pull-out, so it still sleeps two despite the extra space.

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Rooms

Deluxe 2 Doubles Non-Smoking

This 360-square-foot room comes with two double beds, a flat-screen TV, a small sitting area with a table and two chairs, and an in-room mini-fridge. The bathroom has a single sink, a marble-top vanity and a shower.

Deluxe King Non-Smoking

This 360-square-foot room comes with one king bed — the same layout as the double rooms, with a flat-screen TV, a table-and-chairs sitting area and an in-room mini-fridge. The bathroom has a single sink, a marble-top vanity and a shower.

Executive 1 Bedroom

This 720-square-foot suite has a king bed in a separate bedroom plus a parlor with a couch (no pull-out), a coffee table, an armchair and a dining table for four. It includes a flat-screen TV and an in-room mini-fridge, and the bathroom has a separate tub and shower.

Location

4000 W. Flamingo Rd.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Gold Coast have a free shuttle to the Strip?

Not anymore — the free Gold Coast–Orleans–Strip shuttle was discontinued in 2026. Plan on a car or a 5-to-10-minute rideshare to the center Strip. The upside is that the hotel's three-story self-parking garage is free, so driving in is easy on the wallet.

What does the Gold Coast resort fee cover?

The $45.34-a-night fee (including tax) covers Wi-Fi, the fitness center, the pool and hot tub, and phone calls. Self-parking stays free on top of it, so there's no extra charge for the garage or the pool beyond the nightly fee.

Is the Gold Coast a good base for eating in Chinatown?

Yes. It sits on Flamingo Road right at the edge of Chinatown, so Spring Mountain Road's restaurant row is only a few minutes away — and the hotel's own Ping Pang Pong serves cart-pushed dim sum that's repeatedly ranked among the best Chinese food in the country.

What is the Gold Coast like — is it an old-school casino?

Very much so. It's a Victorian-style gambling hall done in rich wood and brass, with an easygoing locals' crowd and regular live music in the lounge. It trades polish for character and value, which is why it draws budget travelers, bowlers and gamblers rather than resort-seekers.

Is the Gold Coast cheaper than staying on the Strip?

Usually, yes — rooms start around $38, with locals' prices on dining and gaming and free self-parking. Just budget for the $45.34 resort fee and, now that the shuttle is gone, a short rideshare each way if you want to be on the Strip.

Rating

3.9

Number of rooms711.

CasinoYes, 120,000 square feet. Casino games include blackjack, bingo, Caribbean Stud poker, craps, keno, Let It Ride, pai gow poker, poker, roulette, slots, baccarat, Megabucks and Super Megabucks. The casino has a 24-hour, non-smoking poker room.

Race & Sports BookYes, the race and sports book is equipped with 90 individual televisions and 38 big screens.

RestaurantsPing Pang Pong - Chinese/dim sum (10am-3am) Cornerstone - Steakhouse Noodle Exchange - Asian noodles Charter 75 Modern Kitchen - Modern American (new in 2026) The Grand Cafe - 24-hour American A 2026 dining refresh also added Dunkin', Steak 'n Shake and Tacos El Pastor to the quick-service lineup. The Ports O' Call Buffet and the Gold Coast T.G.I. Fridays have both closed; Cornerstone replaced the old Cortez Room.

EntertainmentA lounge and the Gold Coast Showroom featuring live entertainment.

NightlifeNo dedicated nightclub, but there are casino bars and lounges with live music.

AttractionsYes, a 70-lane bowling center — one of the largest in Las Vegas — with a pro shop, snack bar and arcade.

PoolYes, one 46-by-20-foot outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi.

Health club or fitness equipmentYes.

SpaNo. There is a salon and barber shop.

ShopsYes, one gift shop and liquor store.

Wedding servicesNo.

Business centerYes.

Convention roomsYes, 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Child-care facilitiesNo.

Room serviceYes, 6 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Pets allowedNo.

In-room Internet accessYes, it's included in the resort fee.

Hotel amenitiesVideo arcade, guest services, laundry and luggage service, housekeeping, safety deposit box and wake-up call.

Parking garageYes, a three-story parking garage; self-parking is free.

RV parkNo.

Shuttle service to the airportNo.

Shuttle service to the stripNo. The free Gold Coast–Orleans–Strip shuttle was discontinued in 2026.

Wheelchair accessible roomsYes.

Check-in time4 p.m.

Check-out time11 a.m.

Minimum age to reserve a room21 years.

PoliciesChildren 13 and under stay free with an adult. The maximum total number of guests (adults and children) in a room is four.

Incidental chargesThe hotel requires a credit card at check-in for incidental charges.

Prices From$38

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