Golden Gate Hotel and Casino

Name: Golden Gate Hotel and Casino
Address: One Fremont Street, Las Vegas, NV, US
Telephone: 1-866-983-4279
Price range: $24+

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

The Golden Gate is the oldest hotel in Las Vegas, opened in 1906 and famous as the birthplace of the bargain shrimp cocktail. Tiny, vintage and full of character — with 'dancing dealers' and the city's first-ever phone number — it sits right on Fremont Street, from $24/night.

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Golden Gate Hotel and Casino Las Vegas: Honest Review, Rooms & Rates

The Golden Gate is a genuine piece of living history — the oldest hotel in Las Vegas, open since 1906, and famous as the birthplace of the bargain shrimp cocktail. It was even assigned the city's very first telephone number (1), and briefly went by 'Sal Sagev' (Las Vegas backwards) before taking its current name in 1955.

With only around 120 rooms it's intimate and characterful, with signature touches like its 'dancing dealers' on the casino floor. It anchors a corner of the Fremont Street Experience, so the downtown action is right outside. For vintage charm at a bargain price, rates start around $24 a night.

Insider tipWith only around 120 rooms it's tiny and historic — book early, and don't miss the famous shrimp cocktail that's been on the menu for generations.

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Rooms

Standard Room with Queen Bed

This 160-180-square-foot standard room has one queen-sized bed with a pillow-top mattress. It is decorated in an art deco theme and comes with a hair dryer and in-room safe. Select rooms overlook Fremont Street Experience. The bathroom has either a shower only or a shower/tub combination.

Golden Gate Suite

This contemporary suite measures approximately 500 square feet. It has a California king bed with a pillow-top mattress. In addition, there's a sectional sofa with a pull-out queen-sized bed. The suite is decorated with an art deco theme and features eye-catching vintage artwork. Other amenities include a 50-inch flat-panel TV, an iHome clock radio (compatible with both iPhones and iPads) and a comfortable work space as well as a hair dryer and an in-room safe. The bathroom has a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

Location

One Fremont Street

Frequently asked questions

Where is Golden Gate Hotel and Casino located?

Golden Gate Hotel and Casino is in Downtown Las Vegas, around the Fremont Street Experience, about 4.23 miles from the Las Vegas Strip.

How do I get from Golden Gate Hotel and Casino to the Strip?

The Las Vegas Strip is about 4.23 miles away — a short rideshare (typically 10–15 minutes). Rideshares and taxis are readily available, and the Deuce and SDX bus lines also connect Downtown to the Strip.

Does Golden Gate Hotel and Casino have free parking and a resort fee?

Self-parking is free. A nightly resort fee may apply on top of the room rate — check at the time of booking.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Gate Hotel and Casino?

Rooms at Golden Gate Hotel and Casino start from around $24 a night before taxes and fees.

Is the Fremont Street area safe?

Downtown's Fremont Street Experience is a busy, well-patrolled tourist district that stays lively well into the night. As in any crowded city centre, keep an eye on your belongings, but it's a popular, walkable area that most visitors find safe and easy to explore.

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Number of rooms 122.

Casino Yes. Casino games including blackjack, craps, roulette, slot and video poker machines. The resort recently opened a new high-limit gaming area with three blackjack tables. The "dancing dealers" are also a signature at the property.

Race & Sports Book Yes, there's an automated William Hill sports kiosk.

Restaurants The Golden Gate has no dining options.

Entertainment No, but Fremont Street Experience including a stage with live nightly entertainment is right outside the doors.

Nightlife Yes. Bar Prohibition! is a classic casino bar where Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis Jr. once drank. Guests will also enjoy the One Bar with bikini-clad bartenders and flair bartenders outside on Fremont Street.

Attractions No, but the property is located directly on the Fremont Street Experience.

Pool Guests of The Golden Gate receive complimentary daily access to Sadium Swim at Circa Resort.

Health club or fitness equipment No.

Spa No.

Shops No, but souvenir/logo items can be purchased on the premises.

Wedding services No.

Business center No.

Convention rooms No.

Child-care facilities No.

Room service No.

Pets allowed No.

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

Hotel amenities Maid service, complimentary daily access to Sadium Swim at Circa, and wake-up calls.

Parking garage No, but free valet parking is available.

RV park No.

Shuttle service to the airport No.

Shuttle service to the strip No, but the hotel is not far from bus stops for the The Deuce and the Strip & Downtown Express routes.

Wheelchair accessible rooms Yes.

Check-in time 3 p.m.

Check-out time 11 a.m.

Minimum age to reserve a room 21 years.

Policies The maximum total number of guests (adults and children) in a room is four.

Incidental charges Hotel requires a credit card and a $50 deposit on the card for security/incidental charges.

Prices From $24.00