"The oldest hotel in Las Vegas, opened in 1906 — a historic landmark at the head of Fremont Street with a famous shrimp cocktail that has been on the menu for decades."
Overall Rating
Golden Gate is the oldest hotel in Las Vegas — opened in 1906 as the Hotel Nevada. The famous shrimp cocktail has been on the menu since 1959. The location at the head of Fremont Street is the best address in downtown Las Vegas. The resort fee is high for what is a small, historic property.
Small rooms in a historic building. Recently renovated but the building's age shows. The experience is the history, not the amenities.
No pool.
How this resort holds up in peak Vegas summer (June–September)
No pool. Historic building. Fremont Street canopy provides shade. The experience is about history, not summer amenities.
Opened in 1906 as the Hotel Nevada, making it the oldest hotel in Las Vegas. Renamed Golden Gate in 1955. The iconic shrimp cocktail was introduced in 1959.
History enthusiasts. Travelers who want the most iconic address in downtown Las Vegas. Visitors who appreciate the small-property experience.
Uber / Lyft
Rideshare — fastest option
Taxi (Metered)
No shared shuttle service
Golden Gate is for the traveler who wants to sleep in the oldest hotel in Las Vegas — the history and location are unmatched in downtown, but the resort fee is hard to justify for the room quality.
Independent
2020
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