How to get to Ellis Island Hotel from Harry Reid International (LAS)
From Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Ellis Island Hotel (4250 Koval Lane) the fastest option is a taxi or rideshare — it’s roughly a 10-minute drive. Public bus Route 202 also serves the hotel and costs less but takes longer; if you plan to drive, the hotel offers free self-parking.
In this guide
- By taxi or rideshare (fastest, simplest)
- Public transit: RTC bus and Monorail connections
- Airport shuttle and shared-ride services (confirm availability)
- Driving, pickup and parking
- Walking from the Strip and nearby landmarks
- Arriving and checking in at Ellis Island Hotel
- Pool access, resort fee and practical tips on arrival
By taxi or rideshare (fastest, simplest)
Taxis and rideshares (Uber/Lyft) pick up at the terminal curbs at Harry Reid International Airport. The drive to Ellis Island Hotel usually takes about 10 minutes depending on traffic.
Give the driver the hotel address: 4250 Koval Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89109. The hotel sits one block east of the Las Vegas Strip, making the route straightforward.
- Tell driver to use Koval Lane to reach the hotel entrance on the east side of the Strip.
- Typical trip time from airport: about 10 minutes (varies with traffic).
- There is free self-parking at Ellis Island Hotel if you have a car.
| Mode | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Taxi / Rideshare | About 10 minutes |
| Personal car / rental | About 10 minutes |
Public transit: RTC bus and Monorail connections
RTC bus Route 202 serves the area around Ellis Island Casino & Hotel directly. Bus travel is cheaper than taxis but takes longer and requires following the route schedule.
The Las Vegas Monorail’s Horseshoe/Bally’s station is about a 10-minute walk from the hotel and can connect you to other Strip stops once you reach the monorail station.
- Route 202 serves Ellis Island Casino & Hotel directly — check the RTC schedule for current times and fares.
- Monorail access: walk to the Horseshoe/Bally’s monorail station (about a 10-minute walk) for fast connections along the Strip.
- Public transit can take 15–30 minutes depending on transfers and waiting times.
| Option | Notes | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| RTC Route 202 | Direct service to the hotel area | Longer than taxi; depends on stops |
| Monorail | Walk to Horseshoe/Bally’s station (~10 minute walk) | Fast along the Strip after walk |
Airport shuttle and shared-ride services (confirm availability)
Sources disagree on whether Ellis Island Hotel currently runs an airport shuttle. Some listings say a free 24-hour airport shuttle exists; others say the property does not provide shuttle service.
Because shuttle information varies by source and can change, contact the hotel before travel to confirm shuttle availability and schedules.
- Call the hotel or BookResorts agents (24/7) at +1 (888) 605-1350 to confirm shuttle service.
- If no hotel shuttle is available, plan for taxi, rideshare, or rental car.
- Shared-ride shuttles from third-party companies operate from the airport; check their schedules and meet-up points at LAS.
| Source | Claim |
|---|---|
| Some hotel listings | Free 24-hour airport shuttle (reported) |
| Other travel sites | No airport shuttle offered (reported) |
Driving, pickup and parking
If you rent a car or arrive by private vehicle, follow airport signs to I‑215/US‑95 and then local surface streets to Koval Lane. The hotel lists driving time from the airport as about 10 minutes.
Ellis Island Hotel provides free self-parking on site, including space for larger vehicles; the property does not offer valet parking.
- Hotel address for GPS: 4250 Koval Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89109.
- Free self-parking includes RV, bus, and truck parking according to hotel information.
- No valet service is offered; plan to park in the self-parking lot.
| Driving detail | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Parking | Free self-parking on site; no valet |
| Large vehicles | RV/bus/truck parking available |
Walking from the Strip and nearby landmarks
Ellis Island Hotel sits about one block east of the Las Vegas Strip. Depending on where you start on the Strip, expect a 7–15 minute walk to the hotel entrance.
Nearby points of interest include the Horseshoe monorail station (about a 10-minute walk), the Sphere (roughly 15 minutes on foot), and the Bellagio (about 1.1 miles).
- Walk time to the Strip: roughly 7–15 minutes depending on starting point.
- Walking to the Sphere is about 15 minutes; Bellagio is roughly 20–25 minutes on foot.
- Street crossings can be busy — follow crosswalks and traffic signals on Koval Lane and Las Vegas Boulevard.
| Landmark | Approximate walk time |
|---|---|
| Horseshoe/Bally’s monorail station | About 10 minutes |
| Sphere | About 15 minutes |
| Bellagio Fountains | About 20–25 minutes |
Arriving and checking in at Ellis Island Hotel
The 24-hour front desk handles check-in. Standard check-in at Ellis Island Hotel is 3:00 PM and standard check-out is 11:00 AM; contactless check-out is available.
You’ll need a government-issued photo ID and a credit card in the reservation holder’s name for incidental charges. A refundable deposit is charged per stay and a nightly resort fee applies; confirm amounts with the hotel at time of booking.
- Check-in time: 3:00 PM. Check-out time: 11:00 AM.
- Required at check-in: photo ID and a credit card matching the reservation holder.
- Room types at the hotel: Standard Room, Suite, Balcony, and Deluxe Room (use exact room names when booking).
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Front desk | Open 24 hours |
| Phone (BookResorts agents) | +1 (888) 605-1350 |
Pool access, resort fee and practical tips on arrival
Ellis Island charges a mandatory nightly resort fee that covers items including unlimited WiFi, pool and hot tub access, cabana access, and bottled water. Pool access is reserved for registered hotel guests.
The hotel has one outdoor heated pool with an adjoining hot tub and free cabanas and loungers for registered guests; pool season and hours can vary, so check current hours with the property.
- Resort fee includes WiFi, pool/hot tub access, two bottles of water daily, lobby coffee, and free self-parking (verify current inclusions with the hotel).
- Pool is seasonal — hours reported differently across sources; call the hotel to confirm pool hours for your stay.
- If you rely on an airport shuttle, confirm availability before travel as listings conflict on whether the property currently operates one.
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool & hot tub | Outdoor heated pool and adjoining hot tub; access for registered guests |
| Resort fee | Mandatory nightly fee covers WiFi, pool access and other amenities |
| Pets | Pets not allowed; service animals are permitted |
