Las Vegas Nightclubs: Best Clubs, Guest Lists & Bottle Service (2025 Guide)
The Vegas Hacker nightclub guide offers real reviews, prices, dress codes, and headliner info. Every club review hooks you straight into the free guest list, a trusted host, and the event calendar—so you party like an insider, not a tourist getting played.
Located: MGM Grand Hotel
Nights Open: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Sounds: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
Marquee Nightclub
Location: Cosmopolitan Hotel
Days Open: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Music: Open Format, EDM, Top 40
Ghostbar Nightclub
Location: Palms Hotel
Days Open: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Music: Top 40, Open Format
Drai's Nightclub
Location: Cromwell Hotel
Days Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Music: Hip Hop, Top 40, Open Format
Jewel Nightclub
Location: Aria Hotel
Days Open: Monday, Friday, Saturday
Music: Hip Hop, Top 40, Open Format
Tao Nightclub
Location: Venetian Hotel
Days Open: Thursday, Friday & Saturday
Music: Hip Hop, Top 40, Open Format
XS Nightclub
Location: Encore Hotel
Days Open: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Music: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
Zouk Nightclub
Location: Resorts World Hotel
Days Open: Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Music: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
Foundation Room
Location: Mandalay Bay Hotel
Days Open: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Music: Top 40 & Open Format
Omnia Nightclub
Location: Caesars Palace Hotel
Days Open: Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Music: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
Daylight Beach Club At Night
Location: Mandalay Bay Hotel
Days Open: Saturday
Music: Latin, Hip Hop, Open Format
EBC At Night
Location: Encore Hotel
Days Open: Wednesday, Saturday
Music: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
LIV Nightclub
Location: Fontainebleau Hotel
Days Open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Music: EDM, Top 40, Open Format
Las Vegas Nightclubs: 2025 Insider Guide
Best Las Vegas Nightclubs Right Now
Short list first, deeper picks below. For mainroom EDM and production value, XS and Omnia are the safest bets, with Hakkasan strong on certain headliners. For hip-hop, Drai’s owns the lane; LIV at Fontainebleau programs open-format/hip-hop nights with high-end crowd mix. If you want a social/open-format room where it is easy to move around and meet people, start with Marquee, TAO, or On The Record.
Line length and cover surge around 11:00–12:00 on headliner nights. Always confirm the club calendar and arrive early if you are using the guest list.
Best Nightclubs by Day of Week
| Day | Go-to Picks | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | Hakkasan, TAO | Lower cover, easier entry, strong mid-week locals + convention energy. |
| Thursday | Omnia, On The Record | Great value without Saturday surge; solid music variety. |
| Friday | XS, Omnia, Drai’s | Headliners and celebrity drop-ins; lines swell ~11:00–12:00. |
| Saturday | XS, Hakkasan, Marquee | Peak demand. Guest-list cutoffs are strict; table minimums jump. |
Programming shifts for holidays and artist tours; confirm times in the calendar.
How to Choose the Right Club
Pick by group type first, then by music. Vegas doors reward early, organized groups who know their plan before they reach the rope.
By group type
- Guys-only (3–6): be at the rope by 10:15–10:45 on the guest list or book an entry-level table; late walk-ups often pay full cover and wait.
- Mixed group: put everyone on the list; if the lane stalls, buy a small round or pivot to a terrace/side-room table to skip the queue.
- Couples: early arrival on list, or consider mezzanine/lounge seating at big rooms for view + mobility.
- Birthdays: spend on placement over bottle count. Confirm section in writing.
By vibe
If you only have one night and want “big Vegas,” choose XS or Omnia; if you want performance-led hip-hop, choose Drai’s; for mingle-friendly rooms with easier movement, choose OTR or TAO.
Cover Prices & Line Strategy
Cover varies by artist, weekend, and demand. The ranges below reflect typical non-holiday pricing and assume you arrive before the guest-list cutoff.
| Night | Men | Women | Average Line | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed–Thu | $20–$45 | $0–$20 | 15–45 min | Best value; arrive before 10:45 to avoid cutoff. |
| Fri | $30–$60+ | $0–$30 | 45–120 min | Headliner surge 11:00–12:00; lines can pause for security holds. |
| Sat | $40–$75+ | $10–$40 | 60–180 min | Strict cutoffs; re-entry rare; table minimums jump after 11:30. |
Holiday weekends and A-list artists can exceed these ranges. Always confirm on the individual club page.
Guest List
- Add full legal names on the specific club page. Duplicate entries slow the lane.
- Be at the venue 10:15–10:45 PM with valid government IDs. Photos/photocopies are rejected.
- Mixed groups clear faster; men may still pay cover on peak nights.
- If the line stalls, ask: “What gets us in fastest right now?” Then pivot—small table or terrace works well.
Guest list is a line type, not a guarantee. The earlier you are, the more leverage you have.
Bottle Service
Tables trade money for certainty: guaranteed entry, a home base, and better placement. On busy weekends, this is often cheaper than late-night rounds + cover + lost time.
| Scenario | Book | Typical Minimum | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4–6 people, Fri/Sat | Entry-level table | $600–$1,200+ | Guaranteed entry + seating; good for groups who want mobility later. |
| Birthday / celebration | Mainroom small table | $1,200–$2,000+ | Placement > raw spend. Confirm section and view before you agree. |
| Value move | Side room / terrace | $400–$800+ | Same door certainty; still lets you access the mainroom. |
Minimums fluctuate by night and artist. See each club’s “Nights & Minimums” section or the calendar.
Dress Code & Door Policy
- Men: closed-toe shoes; avoid athletic shorts and team jerseys; a collared shirt prevents friction.
- Women: nightlife attire; avoid beachwear. Heels or sandals are fine.
- IDs: 21+ government ID or passport. Paper/phone copies are declined.
- Re-entry: generally no; confirm with security if you must leave and return.