Is renting a limo from the airport to my hotel really worth it?|162331

I have waited in long taxi lines before in vegas and found them really unjoyable. I don_t mind paying a little extra if it is worth while. We get to vegas at 5pm on a saturday, and there are four of us staying and the MGM. If you do think its worth the money what is the best limo service? Or should I spend my hard earned money another way?

As others have stated, a limo to the MGM is an expensive 5 minute drive that would run you about $45-50.

Another mentioned a shuttle. X-nay that idea unless the taxi line is an hour wait. I doubt that on a Saturday evening. That shuttles are about $5-6 each. If there are 4 of you that_s
$20-24.

Taxi - The Taxi Authority has it estimated at $12.30 to MGM. If the taxi line is short the fare may still be a little higher because of traffic on Tropicana on a Saturday night. Just tell the driver NO TUNNEL or it will cost you double plus. If he does tunnel you then get his name and number from his permit hanging in the cab, the cab company and cab number. DON_T tip him and let him know you are reporting him. Then call the Taxicab Authority and report the driver.

Taxicab Authority
1785 E. Sahara Avenue, Suite 200
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 668-4000
FAX: (702) 668-4001
web site: taxi.state.nv.us



Source for MGM_s fare and the other casinos from the AP


http://www.taxi.state.nv.us/faresfees.ht��



If you really like the idea of a limo, and yes I_ve done the limo and enjoyed the experience, then here_s another suggestion.

At your beginning location where you are boarding the plane and while you are waiting for your luggage, see if you can find 1-2 other passenger(s) that are also staying at MGM. If they don_t have other transportation arranged they maybe interested in sharing a Limo ride and expense. I_ve successfully done that to Paris. I believe the maximum for a limo is 6 passengers. It still is a little more than a taxi shared 4 ways but it does get a little extra attention when arriving. Since I am a women..._flattery is wonderful_. ; o )

It is abslolutely worth it- the lines are so long at the airport for a cab it looks like a line at an amusement park. Getting back to the airport however the lines are much shorter from the hotels- and i don_t think you need a ride to the airport. But when you arrive have a limo or towncar waiting. I_m going to vegas on tues. and have always booked a limo. I_m having a pickup at the airport, with a liquor store stop and dropoff at the palms i have a 6 passenger limo for one hour and it_s $53.00- a town car would be cheaper. You can get an online quote form lasvegaslimotransportation.com or maybe it_s lasvegastransportation.com, or you can them for reservations at 1800-621-1535. They are a reputable company that has driven for michael jordan during the all star games, amongst other celebs. Definitely get the limo or a towncar- it is worth every penny, and actually not that pricey- considering you_d be paying at least $8-17 anyways, plus your valuable time. Best of luck

Only you can answer that question. However, you might also look into shuttle services [e.g. Super Shuttle] or perhaps your hotel offers a shuttle service.

Go to the airport website and look for _ground transportation_ for info on what_s available for how much.

For crying out loud, you can throw a stone and hit the Strip from the Airport. Take the shuttle buses for the quick 5 minute trip. A limo is overkill. For that kind of money you can rent a car for a week.

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Hello,

yes limos are worth it, and they_re cheaper in vegas
find one at
http://www.LimoXonline.com

Before you pay to rent a lime, check with the MGM because they probably have a free shuttle if you are going to be a guest in their hotel. Most do. And I bet the limo is no cheaper or faster than the taxi.

The limo line is a lot shorter. I live in Vegas, we gave up on the taxis a long time ago. Yes, a limo is more expensive but what is your time worth ?

I would say it_s up to you. Personally, I would just take a cab and spend my money on something that would make me happy for more than a half an hour.

the mgm is as close to the airport as you can get.....sat nite at 5 the cab lines should not be bad.....with 4 people take a cab....

Limos are a fun way to go but most hotels have shuttles. Guess it just depends on you

It honestly depends on how mch money you want to spend. I personally like to spend my money on other things.