Golden Nugget vs The Vanderpump Hotel: Head-to-Head Comparison

Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. Golden Nugget offers 2,419 rooms, while The Vanderpump Hotel offers 188 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature Golden Nugget The Vanderpump Hotel
Location Fremont East Center Strip
Price Range $$ $$$$
Star Rating 4.5 / 5 4.4 / 5
Total Rooms 2,419 188
Casino Sq Ft 38,000 40,000
Table Games 50 66
Slot Machines 1,100 440
Poker Room Yes No
Sportsbook Yes No
Pool Yes Yes
Buffet Yes No
Spa Yes No
Nightclub No Yes
Live Shows Yes No
Casino Group Independent Caesars Entertainment
Year Established 1946 2014

Which is better for…

Gaming enthusiasts

Winner: Golden Nugget

With 50 table games and 1,100 slots, Golden Nugget offers a wider gaming selection than The Vanderpump Hotel's 66 tables and 440 slots.

Luxury seekers

Winner: The Vanderpump Hotel

The Vanderpump Hotel pairs a $$$$ price tier with a 4.4/5 rating, edging out Golden Nugget on the luxury scale.

Budget travelers

Winner: Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget ($$) generally runs cheaper than The Vanderpump Hotel ($$$$).

Poker players

Winner: Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget has a dedicated poker room, while The Vanderpump Hotel does not.

Families

Winner: Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget scores better for families with a pool, live shows, and all-ages access.

Couples

Winner: Golden Nugget

Golden Nugget wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.

Location & getting between them

Golden Nugget sits in Downtown (Fremont East) and The Vanderpump Hotel in Strip (Center Strip) — about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. See our Fremont East guide and Center Strip guide.

The verdict

Golden Nugget wins 8 of the compared categories to 3. Choose Golden Nugget if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose The Vanderpump Hotel if you prefer a well-rounded stay.

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