Fontainebleau Las Vegas vs Golden Nugget: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers 3,644 rooms, while Golden Nugget offers 2,419 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Fontainebleau Las Vegas | Golden Nugget |
|---|---|---|
| Location | North Strip | Fremont East |
| Price Range | $$$$ | $$ |
| Star Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 3,644 | 2,419 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 150,000 | 38,000 |
| Table Games | 180 | 50 |
| Slot Machines | 2,800 | 1,100 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | Yes | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Independent | Independent |
| Year Established | 2023 | 1946 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 180 table games and 2,800 slots, Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers a wider gaming selection than Golden Nugget's 50 tables and 1,100 slots.
Luxury seekers
Fontainebleau Las Vegas pairs a $$$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out Golden Nugget on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Golden Nugget ($$) generally runs cheaper than Fontainebleau Las Vegas ($$$$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Fontainebleau Las Vegas backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Both are comparable date-night picks.
Location & getting between them
Fontainebleau Las Vegas sits in Strip (North Strip) and Golden Nugget in Downtown (Fremont East) — about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. See our North Strip guide and Fremont East guide.
The verdict
Fontainebleau Las Vegas wins 5 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Fontainebleau Las Vegas if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Golden Nugget if you prefer lower prices.