Why TI’s $69 Special is the Best Value on the Strip
- Keith Salwoski
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
Updated: 7 hours ago
If you’ve booked a trip to Las Vegas lately, you know the "sticker shock" is real. You find a room for $50, but by the time you check out, the resort fees, parking charges, and "convenience" taxes have doubled your bill.
That’s why the latest $69 TV Special from Treasure Island (TI) caught our eye at LAS Discounts. It’s not just a low rate; it’s a rare middle-finger to the hidden-fee culture of the Strip.
Why It Beats the "Budget" Competition
When people look for deals, they usually end up at Circus Circus or Excalibur. While Circus Circus also offers the rare perk of free self-parking, here is why Treasure Island is currently the superior choice for your hard-earned money:
1. The "Hidden Fee" Trap
At Excalibur, that "cheap" room rate is a mirage. Most MGM-owned budget properties now charge between $35 and $45 per night in resort fees, plus an additional $18–$25 per day for parking.
While Circus Circus does offer free self-parking (one of the few left!), they still hit you with a hefty resort fee that often costs more than the room itself. With the TI special, "No Hidden Fees" actually means it. You aren’t paying $40 a day for Wi-Fi you barely use.
2. Location, Location, Location
Circus Circus is stranded on the North Strip. If you want to see the "real" Vegas, you’re looking at a $20 Uber or a 45-minute walk.
Excalibur is at the far South end. It’s a hike to get anywhere else.
Treasure Island is the "Center of the Universe." You are a tram ride from the heart of the Strip and a crosswalk away from The Venetian, Wynn, and Fashion Show Mall.
3. The "Vibe" Factor
Let’s be honest: Circus Circus feels like a 1980s time capsule, and Excalibur (while iconic) is often overrun with strollers. TI offers a more "adult-lite" experience. It’s cleaner, the rooms are modern, and you have Gilley’s Saloon right on site for line dancing and 2-for-1 beers.
Comparison: The "Real" Cost Per Night
Treasure Island ($69 Deal)
Base Rate $69
Resort Fee $0 (Included)
Self-Parking FREE
Total Daily Cost $69 + tax
Circus Circus
Base Rate ~$45
Resort Fee ~$45
Self-Parking FREE
Total Daily Cost $90 + tax
Excalibur
Base Rate ~$55
Resort Fee ~$37
Self-Parking ~$18
Total Daily Cost $110 + tax
The Verdict
Even with Circus Circus offering free parking, they can't touch the value of TI's "No Resort Fee" special. If you want to spend your money on the tables or at the bar this Treasure Island deal is the undisputed heavyweight champion. It’s a 4-star location at a 2-star price.
Pro Tip: This deal is specifically for Sunday–Thursday stays. If you’re planning a weekend bash, expect the rates to jump, but the Free Parking remains the best perk on the Strip regardless of the day.
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