Marriott's Grand Chateau

Non-gaming Marriott Vacation Club tower one block off the mid-Strip with studio-to-three-bedroom villas, full kitchens and in-villa laundry, a rooftop pool, and no resort fee.

Is Marriott's Grand Chateau Worth It? Honest Review, Rooms & Rates

Marriott's Grand Chateau is a Marriott Vacation Club timeshare tower at 75 E Harmon Ave, one short block behind Planet Hollywood — about a five-minute walk to the mid-Strip. You do not need to own anything to stay: the 643 studios and one- to three-bedroom villas in the 38-story, three-wing tower (opened 2005, expanded through 2014) rent nightly through Marriott and the usual booking sites. The draw is apartment-style space at this address: full kitchens and in-villa washers and dryers in every one- to three-bedroom villa, and no resort fee — a rare combination this close to the Strip.

Amenities skew practical rather than flashy. There is a rooftop pool on the 38th floor with Sky Bar 38 (seasonal) pouring drinks over Strip views, a larger fifth-floor pool with a seasonal bar and grill, and three whirlpool spas. La Diva, the lobby bar, serves a full food menu, and The MarketPlace stocks Starbucks coffee, grab-and-go sandwiches, and groceries for villa kitchens. A fitness center runs Life Fitness cardio and strength equipment, and a family game room (air hockey, foosball, table tennis, game consoles) plus scheduled activities like water aerobics keep kids busy. Two-bedroom villas sleep eight across roughly 1,200 sq ft with two bathrooms — genuine group housing, not a suite with a rollaway.

The trade-offs are real. This is a working timeshare, and guests regularly report sales-presentation invitations — pre-arrival calls, a lobby "concierge" desk offering show tickets or Bonvoy points for a 90-minute pitch — which are easy to decline but persistent. There is no casino and effectively one bar and a deli on site, so nightlife means walking to Planet Hollywood or the Cosmopolitan. Parking is valet-only at $25 per night for nightly bookings (vehicles over 6'10" and trailers cannot be accommodated), check-out is an early 10 a.m., and the rooftop bar and pool grill close seasonally. For families, groups, and week-plus stays that will actually use the kitchen and laundry, off-peak weeknight rates from $109 undercut comparable casino-resort suites by a wide margin; travelers who want a casino floor and a restaurant row downstairs should book one instead.

Insider tipThe one timing nugget most guests miss: the rooftop Sky Bar 38 and the 5th-floor pool grill both close in the off-season, so if the 38th-floor Strip-view pool bar is your reason for booking, come in the warm months — otherwise La Diva is effectively the only bar on site. Bonus logistics: check-out is an early 10 a.m., not the usual 11, so plan a late flight around it.
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Rooms

Studio Guest Room, 1 King

Studio Guest Room, 1 King

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About 435 sq ft with a king bed and a pull-out sofa. The kitchenette covers the basics — mini-refrigerator, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishes and silverware — but has no stove, and studios do not get a washer/dryer. A dining nook and 49-inch TV round it out; this is the cheapest way into the building, not the reason to book it.

1-Bedroom Villa

1-Bedroom Villa

4

A separate bedroom with a king bed plus a living room with a sofa bed, sleeping four. Unlike the studio, it has a full kitchen with stainless appliances and a dishwasher, an in-villa washer and dryer, and a proper dining area — the setup that makes multi-night stays work without eating out twice a day.

2-Bedroom Villa

2-Bedroom Villa

8

Roughly 1,200 sq ft sleeping up to eight: two king bedrooms plus a sofa bed in the living room and two full bathrooms — the primary bath has a soaking tub and a walk-in shower. Full kitchen, in-villa washer and dryer, and floor-to-ceiling windows in many units, a number of them facing the Strip.

Location

75 E Harmon Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89109

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Frequently asked questions

Can you stay at Marriott's Grand Chateau without owning a timeshare?

Yes. It's a Marriott Vacation Club ownership property, but unsold and unused villas rent nightly through Marriott and the major booking sites — no membership required. Off-peak weeknight rates start around $109.

How pushy is the timeshare sales pitch?

Expect it, but it's not aggressive: a pre-arrival call and a lobby 'concierge' desk that dangles show tickets or Bonvoy points in exchange for a roughly 90-minute presentation. It's persistent but entirely optional — a polite no ends it, and nothing about your stay depends on attending.

What extra fees should I budget beyond the room rate?

There's no resort fee and Wi-Fi is free — unusual this close to the Strip. The main add-on is valet parking at $25 per night (there's no self-parking option), and a credit card is required at check-in for incidentals. You also need to be 21 to reserve.

Do the rooms have kitchens and laundry?

The 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom villas all have a full kitchen and an in-villa washer and dryer. Studios only get a kitchenette — mini-fridge, microwave, toaster and coffee maker, but no stove — and no laundry, so book at least a 1-bedroom villa if cooking or doing laundry is the point of staying here.

How far is Marriott's Grand Chateau from the Las Vegas Strip?

About 0.2 miles — one short block east of Las Vegas Boulevard, directly behind Planet Hollywood, a roughly five-minute walk to the mid-Strip. That puts the Cosmopolitan, Aria, and the Bellagio fountains within an easy stroll.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4 p.m. and check-out is an early 10 a.m. — an hour earlier than the typical 11 a.m., and worth planning around if you have a late flight, since this non-gaming tower has no casino floor to linger in afterward.
Rating

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Number of villas643 studios and one- to three-bedroom villas in a 38-story, three-wing tower.
CasinoNo — non-gaming resort. Planet Hollywood, the Cosmopolitan, and Aria casinos are a short walk west on Harmon Avenue.
RestaurantsLa Diva - lobby bar with a full food menu Sky Bar 38 - seasonal rooftop bar with Strip views 5th Floor Pool Bar & Grill - seasonal, burgers and quesadillas The MarketPlace - grab-and-go deli with Starbucks coffee and groceries
PoolRooftop pool on the 38th floor with Strip views, plus a larger 5th-floor outdoor pool with a seasonal bar and grill and three whirlpool spas.
SpaNo on-site spa; the resort refers guests to partner spas at nearby resorts.
Health club or fitness equipmentFitness center with Life Fitness cardio and strength equipment (villa key required).
KitchensFull kitchens (refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, dishwasher) in all one- to three-bedroom villas; studios have a kitchenette with mini-refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker.
Washer & dryerIn-villa washer and dryer in every one- to three-bedroom villa; studios do not have one.
Pets allowedNo — service animals only.
In-room Internet accessFree high-speed Wi-Fi.
Hotel amenitiesThe MarketPlace convenience store with Starbucks coffee, La Diva lobby bar, concierge services, family game room (air hockey, foosball, table tennis, game consoles), scheduled activities including water aerobics and yoga, package handling.
Parking garageValet only — $25 per night per vehicle for nightly (rental) reservations; included for Marriott Vacation Club owner stays. No self-parking; vehicles over 6'10" or with trailers cannot park on property.
Wheelchair accessible roomsYes.
Check-in time4 p.m.
Check-out time10 a.m.
Minimum age to reserve a room21 years.
Incidental chargesA credit card is required at check-in for incidental charges.
Prices From$109
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