Key Takeaways

• The right Reno hotel for a weekend stay depends on whether the trip is focused on gaming, family activities, dining, nightlife, or relaxation
• Silver Legacy Resort Hotel & Casino works well for friends who want gaming, bars, nightlife, and a classic Reno casino-resort feel
• Circus Circus Reno is a strong option for families because kid-friendly entertainment, dining, and rooms are close together
• Eldorado Reno Resort & Casino fits couples and dining-focused weekends with restaurants, lounges, pool access, and spa access nearby

Reno is a great place for a weekend getaway, no matter what kind of trip you’re looking for. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, with friends, or with the whole family, there are so many things to do in Reno. The real question is: Which downtown Reno hotel is right for your weekend stay? It all comes down to the experience you want to have.

Silver Legacy Resort Hotel & Casino, Eldorado Reno Resort & Casino, and Circus Circus Reno are connected by indoor pathways and sky bridges, making it easier to compare each property by trip style while still keeping dining, gaming, entertainment, and rooms close together. Across these interconnected indoor pathways, guests have seamless access to over 25 restaurants, 23 bars and lounges, casino gaming floors, and entertainment venues.

Best Reno Hotel for Gaming and Nightlife

Looking for that classic Reno feel? Look no further than Silver Legacy. With the classic table games you know and love and over 750 slots, this casino gives groups plenty of ways to spend time around table games, poker, slots, and nightlife.

Silver Legacy is especially great for trips with friends, whether you’re celebrating something or just having some fun. Couples who want more activities over pure relaxation will also love it.

In the Silver Baron Lounge, take in live music under the mining rig and don’t miss out on the happy hour specials. When you’re ready to bar hop, go out, or keep gaming, Silver Legacy is a great place for nightlife. When you’re not gaming in the casino, Topgolf’s Swing Suite is the perfect place to play VR games, from classic golf to Zombie Dodgeball, while sipping cocktails.

Best Reno Hotel for Families

Taking a weekend vacation to Reno with the family? Circus Circus Reno is the hotel you’re looking for. Families will find Circus Circus Reno has a better pace for their needs because entertainment is always nearby (and built in at every opportunity). You don’t have to figure out what’s next when there’s always something to do, and your hotel room is right there when the kids need a midday nap.

With more than 175 games (including the world’s largest Pac-Man), Carnival Midway Games is a 5,000 square foot arcade with both classic and new games, as well as circus performances that happen throughout the day. It’s a centerpiece of the circus-themed hotel, with nearby dining options like El Jefe’s Cantina.

If you’re planning a family summer trip to Reno, there are so many fun activities for everyone at Circus Circus Reno and surrounding properties.

Best Reno Hotel for Couples

For a romantic weekend, Eldorado Reno Resort & Casino is a great fit for couples looking for relaxing moments and fine dining. Spend part of the day at the spa getting a massage, hairstyling, or a spa treatment, which can work well for couples or groups traveling together. Or relax at the catered, year-round pool.

In the evening, head to one of the many steakhouses, lounges, and evening dining experiences. There’s a lot to love at Eldorado if you’re a foodie looking for award-winning meals. La Strada is home to one of Food Network’s "Best Pastas in the Country."

At Roxy Restaurant & Bar, enjoy hand-selected top cuts of beef, poultry, and fish alongside the raw bar and extensive wine list.

While more casual in atmosphere, The Brew Brothers is a working brewery also named as the best brewpub in North America by Nightclub & Bar Magazine. Head there on Saturday night for dueling pianos, pizza, burgers, and beers.

Which Downtown Reno Hotels Work Well Together

Silver Legacy, Eldorado, and Circus Circus Reno make a weekend trip easier because guests don’t have to choose only one kind of experience. A group can stay where the hotel best fits their needs, then meet for meals, gaming, shows, or nightlife across the connected downtown properties.

That setup is especially useful for mixed groups. Families can use Circus Circus Reno as a kid-friendly base, friends can spend more time at Silver Legacy, and couples can focus on dining at Eldorado while still staying close to everyone else.