Hotel Nightlife Guide
Elara Nightlife Guide
Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations is a 52-story luxury tower adjacent to Planet Hollywood Resort, offering 1- to 4-bedroom suites with floor-to-ceiling city views, full kitchens, and direct indoor access to Miracle Mile Shops' 170+ restaurants and boutiques. The prime mid-Strip location puts guests within a 5-minute walk of Marquee Nightclub at Cosmopolitan, Hakkasan at MGM Grand, and OMNIA at Caesars Palace. The property features its own pool with cabanas, a Poolside Bar & Grill, and a lobby Starbucks.
7 venues on-property & nearby • 80 E Harmon Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89109
About the Property
About Elara
Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations is a 52-story luxury tower adjacent to Planet Hollywood Resort, offering 1- to 4-bedroom suites with floor-to-ceiling city views, full kitchens, and direct indoor access to Miracle Mile Shops' 170+ restaurants and boutiques. The prime mid-Strip location puts guests within a 5-minute walk of Marquee Nightclub at Cosmopolitan, Hakkasan at MGM Grand, and OMNIA at Caesars Palace. The property features its own pool with cabanas, a Poolside Bar & Grill, and a lobby Starbucks. As a solid mid-range property that balances value with access to world-class nightlife, Elara attracts a crowd that matches its caliber — guests who are here for the full Las Vegas experience, not just a room to sleep in. The 4-star rating is earned through a combination of service, amenities, and a location that puts world-class nightlife at your doorstep.
While Elara does not have a major nightclub on property, the location more than compensates. Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi), Hakkasan (0.3 mi), OMNIA Nightclub (0.5 mi) are all easily accessible, putting multiple premier venues within reach for every night of your trip. Elara is especially popular with couples looking for a romantic backdrop with access to electric nightlife, and large groups that benefit from the property's scale and variety of entertainment options.
For dinner before the club, Elara guests have direct indoor access to Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood with 15+ restaurants. The Poolside Bar & Grill handles daytime food and drinks on the pool deck. at Elara is a standout option that sets the tone for a premium Vegas night.The pool complex at Elara features Outdoor pool with cabanas and Poolside Bar & Grill.
Walking Distance
Nearby Nightlife from Elara
Elara guests have 6 additional nightlife venues within reach. The closest nightclub is Marquee Nightclub at 0.3 mi from Elara's entrance. Walking to these venues from Elara saves on rideshare costs — keeping more of your budget for the clubs.
Marquee Nightclub
Free guest list available
Hakkasan
Free guest list available
OMNIA Nightclub
Free guest list available
Drai's After Hours
Free guest list available
OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar
Free guest list available
Marquee Dayclub
Free guest list available
Free Entry Pickup
Strip Clubs Near Elara
1 gentlemen's clubs offer free guest list directly from Elara at 80 E Harmon Ave. The closest is Crazy Horse III (2 mi from Elara). Use the NoCoverVegas guest list for free entry at every venue — a significant savings that keeps your Elara trip budget intact.
Free Entry from Elara
Text us your hotel and group size. A luxury ride picks you up at Elara's main entrance — completely free.
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Getting Around from Elara
Walking from Elara
Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi) is the closest nightclub to Elara on foot. Other walkable clubs include Hakkasan (0.3 mi) and OMNIA Nightclub (0.5 mi). Wear comfortable shoes for the walk from Elara — the Strip is longer than it looks.
Rideshare from Elara
Uber and Lyft from Elara to most Strip nightclubs run $10-20 during normal hours. Use Elara's designated rideshare pickup zone near the main entrance to avoid the taxi queue. Surge pricing hits $25-40 between midnight and 2:00 AM on weekends.
Free Entry from Elara
Crazy Horse III sends a free luxury ride to Elara's entrance. NoCoverVegas coordinates the pickup — text us your group size and preferred time, and the car arrives at Elara with no surge pricing, no wait, and VIP entrance when you arrive.
Monorail Near Elara
The Las Vegas Monorail runs from MGM Grand to SAHARA along the east side of the Strip. Elara is positioned along the mid-Strip corridor with multiple monorail stations within reach. Useful for longer trips when the Strip sidewalk is congested during peak weekend nights.
Best Value on the Strip
Complete Night Out from Elara
Elara represents the best value on the Strip for nightlife-focused travelers. The savings compared to luxury resorts — often $100-200 per night — directly fund the experiences that define a Vegas trip: entry at Marquee Nightclub, bottle service upgrades, and the third round of drinks that turns a good night into the one you talk about for years. Elara keeps total costs manageable without sacrificing Strip access.
Pre-game strategy from Elara is straightforward: eat at Elara guests have direct indoor access to Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood with 15+ restaurants. The Poolside Bar & Grill handles daytime food and drinks on the pool deck. on-property instead of paying premium prices at a celebrity chef spot three hotels over. By 10:00 PM, your group gathers at the lobby bar — drinks here run $4-8 cheaper per cocktail than inside any nightclub. Marquee Nightclub is 0.3 mi from Elara — walkable, which eliminates the $15-25 rideshare cost each way.
The mid-range math at Elara is simple: groups redirect room savings into nightlife experiences where the spending actually creates memories. For the after-party, Crazy Horse III (2 mi from Elara) offers free guest list and free entry through NoCoverVegas — no out-of-pocket transportation costs. Next morning, the Outdoor pool with cabanas and Poolside Bar & Grill at Elara provides the recovery day every nightlife trip needs.
Elara Logistics
Nightlife Logistics from Elara
Rideshare Costs from Elara
Uber and Lyft from Elara to nearby venues typically run $10-18 during normal hours and $20-35 during weekend surge pricing between midnight and 2:00 AM. Walkable clubs from Elara include Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi), Hakkasan (0.3 mi), OMNIA Nightclub (0.5 mi). For venues beyond walking distance, the NoCoverVegas guest list eliminates rideshare costs entirely — free pickup and return directly from Elara's main entrance.
Elara Resort Fee & Convention Access
Elara is 1.5 mi from the Las Vegas Convention Center, making it a practical base for convention attendees heading out after hours.
Weekly Calendar
Best Nights of the Week from Elara
Monday & Tuesday
Most major nightclubs near Elara are closed on Monday and Tuesday. Use these nights to explore Elara's other offerings — dinner at Lobby Bar or Poolside Bar & Grill. Some Strip lounges and bars stay open nightly for guests who still want a drink out.
Wednesday & Thursday
Wednesday marks the start of the nightlife week in Las Vegas, and several clubs near Elara begin their programming. Thursday is when things pick up significantly — many venues treat it as the first premium night with strong DJ lineups and an enthusiastic crowd. From Elara, Marquee Nightclub is just 0.3 mi away and typically opens on Thursday nights with resident DJs and a lively atmosphere. Guest list entry on these nights is easy to secure and lines are significantly shorter than the weekend.
Friday & Saturday
These are the peak nights at every Las Vegas nightclub accessible from Elara. Headliner DJs perform, production is at maximum capacity, and the energy is unmatched. The nearest major clubs — Marquee Nightclub and Hakkasan — are 0.3 mi from your door. Expect long general admission lines, higher cover charges without a guest list, and a packed dance floor. Sign up for the NoCoverVegas guest list early — spots fill fast on these nights.
Sunday
Sunday nightlife from Elara has a unique flavor. During pool season (March through October), dayclubs like OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar (7 min walk from Elara) host massive Sunday pool parties that transition into evening events. Some nightclubs run special Sunday programming including Nightswim parties with a more relaxed dress code and poolside DJ sets. Sunday is an underrated night for visitors who want a premium experience with smaller crowds and shorter lines.
VIP Advice
Nightlife Tips for Elara Guests
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Use the Guest List Every Night
The NoCoverVegas guest list saves you $40-75 per person at every nightclub near Elara. For a group of four, that is up to $300 saved in a single night — money better spent on drinks, dining, or experiences inside the venue.
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Arrive Before 11:30 PM
Guest list cutoff at most clubs is 12:30 AM, but the line starts building well before that. Leaving Elara by 10:30 PM puts you at the venue with plenty of time to get through the door comfortably. Late arrivals risk being turned away even with a confirmed guest list spot.
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Keep Your Group Balanced
Las Vegas nightclubs require an even or better gender ratio for guest list entry. If your group from Elara is mostly men, consider splitting into smaller mixed groups or booking a bottle service table for guaranteed entry regardless of ratio.
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Dress Code is Non-Negotiable
Every nightclub enforces an upscale dress code without exception. Leave the sneakers, athletic wear, and casual sandals in your room at Elara. Men need collared shirts and dress shoes. Women should go with upscale nightlife attire. When in doubt, overdress — you will never be turned away for looking too good.
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Budget for Drinks Inside
Cocktails inside nightclubs near Elara run $18-30 each. Pre-game atElara's lobby bar where drinks cost $4-8 less per cocktail. The Elara lobby lounge offers a solid middle ground between room drinks and club prices. Tip your bartender $2-5 on the first drink — they will prioritize you all night.
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Plan Your Return Trip
Rideshare surge pricing from nightclubs back to Elara peaks between 2:00 and 3:00 AM on weekends. Walk back through casino corridors if the venue is within reach of Elara. The NoCoverVegas ride includes the ride back from Crazy Horse III and other gentlemen's clubs — no surge pricing applies. For rideshares, wait until 3:30 AM when surge pricing drops near Elara.
Dress Code Guide
What to Wear Going Out from Elara
Nightclubs near Elara enforce the same upscale dress code as every venue on the Strip. Getting turned away at the door because of your outfit is one of the most common mistakes visitors make. Whether you are heading to Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi from Elara) or any other venue, the dress code standards are consistent across the board.
For men heading out from Elara, a collared button-down shirt or a fitted dress shirt is the safest choice. Dark jeans in good condition pass at Marquee Nightclub, and dress slacks are always welcome. Dress shoes or clean leather boots are required — no sneakers, no matter how expensive. Avoid athletic wear, shorts, tank tops, baseball caps, and any clothing with excessive logos or graphics.
For women, the dress code is more flexible but still upscale. Cocktail dresses, stylish jumpsuits, and fashionable separates all work well. Heels are the norm but not required — stylish flats or dressy sandals are accepted at most venues. Avoid overly casual items like flip-flops, gym wear, or ripped clothing. If you are attending a pool party near Elara, the dress code switches to swimwear with a cover-up for the walk through the hotel.
Accepted
- Collared shirts, dress shirts, blazers
- Dark jeans, dress pants, chinos
- Dress shoes, leather boots, loafers
- Cocktail dresses, jumpsuits, heels
Not Accepted
- Sneakers, athletic shoes, sandals
- Shorts, athletic wear, jerseys
- Baseball caps, beanies, hats
- Ripped jeans, graphic tees, tank tops
Nightlife Edge
Why Elara Is Built for Nightlife
The value calculation at Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations favors nightlife-focused travelers. The savings on the room rate compared to ultra-luxury properties leave more budget for bottle service, premium tickets, and the experiences that actually define a Vegas trip. The hotel provides clean, modern rooms in a prime location without the resort-fee sticker shock that comes with five-star properties — and when your plan is to spend most of your waking hours at the club or the pool party, the room just needs to be comfortable and well-located.
The four-star service standard at Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations means the infrastructure handles nightlife traffic with practiced efficiency. The front desk fields late-night requests without hesitation, the pool area resets by morning for guests who want a recovery day in the sun, and the fitness center opens early for anyone trying to sweat out the previous night before round two. That operational reliability matters when your trip revolves around three or four consecutive late nights.
Elara by Hilton Grand Vacations offers a distinct positioning that insulates you from the heaviest Strip-corridor congestion while keeping all major venues accessible. The NoCoverVegas guest list bridges any distance gap by picking your group up at the hotel entrance and delivering you directly to the club door — making the exact address irrelevant once you have a confirmed reservation. The surrounding neighborhood often has its own late-night personality with local restaurants and lounges that the tourist-heavy mid-Strip corridor lacks.
While Elara does not house a nightclub on property, the nearby venue density compensates in full. OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar (7 min walk), Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi), Marquee Dayclub (0.3 mi) are all within easy reach, giving your group the ability to venue-hop across different music styles and atmospheres without committing to a single club for the entire evening. The NoCoverVegas guest list covers all of these venues, so your group moves freely between them with no cover charges and no rebooking logistics.
Common Questions
Elara Nightlife FAQ
What nightclubs are at Elara?
Elara does not have a major nightclub on property, but Marquee Nightclub, Hakkasan, OMNIA Nightclub are within walking distance.
How do I get on the guest list for clubs near Elara?
Use the free guest list form on this page or text us at (725) 999-9293. We will get you on the guest list at any club near Elara with no cover charge — completely free.
Can I get a free entry at Elara to a strip club?
Yes. Every major gentlemen's club in Las Vegas offers free guest list from Elara. Use our guest list and you get free entry plus a free entry to and from the club.
What is the dress code for nightclubs near Elara?
Most Las Vegas nightclubs enforce an upscale dress code. Men should wear collared shirts and dress shoes — no athletic wear, sandals, or hats. Women have more flexibility but should aim for upscale nightlife attire. Pool parties require proper swimwear.
What are the best nights to go out from Elara?
Friday and Saturday are the biggest nights at every Las Vegas nightclub, with headliner DJs and the most energy. Thursday is a popular industry night at many venues. Pool parties run Friday through Sunday during the March-to-October season.
Is there a cover charge at nightclubs near Elara?
Yes, most Las Vegas nightclubs charge $40-75 for general admission on peak nights. With the NoCoverVegas guest list, you skip the cover charge entirely at every club near Elara — saving your group hundreds of dollars per night.
What time do nightclubs near Elara open and close?
Most nightclubs on the Strip open at 10:30 PM and close between 4:00 AM and 5:00 AM. The busiest hours are midnight to 2:00 AM. Pool parties and dayclubs typically run from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the March-to-October season.
Can I walk from Elara to nearby nightclubs?
Marquee Nightclub (0.3 mi) and Hakkasan (0.3 mi) are all walkable from Elara. For venues further away, rideshare runs $10-20 between most Strip hotels.
What restaurants are near Elara for dinner before going out?
Elara features Lobby Bar and Poolside Bar & Grill on property. Highlights include Elara guests have direct indoor access to Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood with 15+ restaurants. The Poolside Bar & Grill handles daytime food and drinks on the pool deck.. Make a reservation for 8:00 PM to allow time for a relaxed meal before heading to the club around 10:30 PM.
Does Elara have a pool party?
Elara has Outdoor pool with cabanas and Poolside Bar & Grill for guests but does not operate a full dayclub. Nearby pool parties include OMNIA Dayclub & Skybar (7 min walk) and Marquee Dayclub (0.3 mi). NoCoverVegas covers free guest list at all Las Vegas pool parties.
What is the resort fee at Elara?
Elara charges a nightly resort fee that is standard across Las Vegas Strip hotels. This fee covers Wi-Fi, fitness center, and pool access. Check with the hotel directly for the current rate.
Is Elara good for couples?
Elara is excellent for couples. The 4-star property combines romantic dining at Lobby Bar with nightlife access — Marquee Nightclub is just 0.3 mi away.
How much does a night out from Elara cost?
With the NoCoverVegas guest list, cover charges are eliminated at every venue near Elara. Budget approximately $18-30 per cocktail inside nightclubs, or pre-game at Elara's bars where drinks run $4-8 cheaper. Elara's mid-range room rates leave more budget for the experiences that matter.
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