How to Get Free Perks in Vegas Just by Signing Up for Loyalty Programs

by joeheg

If you travel even a little bit, chances are you’ve signed up for at least a few loyalty programs. Hotels often offer free Wi-Fi to even their base-level members. Rental car companies let you skip the counter and head straight to the lot. And let’s be honest — it never hurts to have a membership number on file when things go sideways.

But there’s one travel destination where loyalty programs are everywhere — and often overlooked by non-gamblers. Las Vegas.

As of 2025, most people who gamble, even casually, know that signing up for a casino club card is the first step to earning comps. That’s how the casinos track your spending and decide whether to throw you a free buffet, show tickets, or even a complimentary room.

This post, though, isn’t for high rollers or status-matchers who can hop from one casino to the next, stacking elite perks like a Vegas version of Pokémon. (If that’s you, I salute your hustle.)

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This article is for people like me and my wife, Sharon — the ones who enjoy visiting Las Vegas every few years but aren’t there to hit the blackjack tables until 4am. When we go, we’ll check out a couple of shows, explore places like the Neon Museum or the Pinball Hall of Fame, and eat some good food. Gambling? That’s mostly a hard pass for Sharon, and a “maybe I’ll try $50 on video poker” for me.

So what’s the point of signing up for casino loyalty programs if you’re not there to gamble?

As it turns out — quite a lot. Even the most basic membership level can unlock hotel discounts, priority lines, free parking, and other perks. And you don’t have to bet big (or at all) to benefit.

MGM Rewards

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MGM Rewards is the loyalty program of MGM Resorts.

In Las Vegas alone, that includes the following resorts:

You can join the MGM Rewards program by filling out the form at this link.

Just by signing up, you become an MGM Rewards Sapphire member.

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According to the website, this gives you:

  • Earn Points and Express Comps Redeemable at all MGM Rewards Destinations
  • Personalized Offers and Room Discounts

That doesn’t sound too exciting, but get this. Just by logging into your account, you’ll have access to reduced prices for hotel rooms and shows.

💡 Heads‑up: MGM Rewards now offers an official partnership with Marriott Bonvoy, known as the MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy. This means you can link your accounts and match MGM status to Marriott elite levels, transfer points both ways, and even earn Bonvoy points when booking MGM hotels through Marriott channels. It’s a solid bonus if you’re also a Marriott loyalist, but it’s not required to enjoy MGM member perks on property.

Caesars Rewards

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Caesars Rewards is the loyalty program for the Caesars Entertainment hotels and resorts.

That’s not just Caesars Palace anymore. Caesars’ empire now includes:

  • Caesars Palace
  • Harrah’s Las Vegas
  • Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
  • Paris Las Vegas
  • Horseshoe Las Vegas
  • The Cromwell
  • Nobu Las Vegas
  • The LINQ Hotel & Experience
  • Flamingo Las Vegas

If you’re not a member, you can sign up at this link.

New members are issued Caesars Rewards Gold cards (Since when is entry-level Gold?)

Being a gold level gets you the following:

  • Free or discounted hotel stay
  • Earn Reward and Tier Credits when you stay at Caesars Rewards resorts
  • Get exclusive pre-sale access for select shows

Caesars also partners with Wyndham Rewards. However, as of 2025, only Wyndham status earned through hotel stays qualifies for a status match — credit card–based status no longer counts.

My Rewards (Boarding Pass)

The My Rewards program, also called Boarding Pass, is the loyalty program for Station Casinos, which operates several off-Strip properties catering more to locals and frequent visitors than tourists.

  • Durango Casino & Resort
  • Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa
  • Green Valley Ranch, Resort, Casino & Spa
  • Palace Station Hotel & Casino
  • Sunset Station Hotel Rooms & Casino
  • Boulder Station Hotel & Casino
  • Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino

You can sign up for a new Boarding Pass account here.

Starting members are given Preferred status, which provides the best available room rates and a 10% discount at the gift shop. I’d imagine they’d send additional offers once you’ve signed up, but that’s all they promise.

Boyd Rewards

Boyd Rewards is the loyalty program of the Boyd Gaming casinos and hotels, which are located off the strip and downtown.

You can sign up for the Boyd Rewards program here.

I’ve always had a soft spot for The Orleans — it’s where I learned to play blackjack. They had a $2 table open on a weekday with a kind, patient dealer who explained the basics: hand signals, when to hit, when to stay, and that it wasn’t about getting to 21 — it was about making the dealer bust. I lost a hand, and she actually apologized for not catching my mistake (I had a 14, she showed a 5… yeah, I hit — rookie move).

The Boyd Rewards program’s entry-level is Ruby. Those members get the following:

  • Personalized offers and events
  • Best Room Rate Guarantee
  • Advance Show Tickets

An interesting benefit of Boyd Rewards is the ability to transfer points into the HawaiianMiles loyalty program. As of June 30, 2025, you can no longer redeem HawaiianMiles for Boyd points or use your HawaiianMiles status for a Boyd status match. However, you can still transfer Boyd Points into HawaiianMiles, which might come in handy if you’re saving up for a trip to the islands.

Other Casino Loyalty Programs in Las Vegas

Pretty much every major (and not-so-major) casino in Las Vegas has a loyalty program — even if you’ve never heard of it. Most offer at least some kind of discount or promotion just for signing up, even if you’re not gambling.

Here are a few more worth checking out, especially if you’re venturing beyond MGM and Caesars properties:

Downtown & Local Favorites

  • Club One – Circa, The D, Golden Gate
  • True Rewards – The STRAT, Arizona Charlie’s, and other local spots

Luxury Strip Resorts

Rebranded or Relaunched Properties

Offbeat Options

Even if you don’t plan to stay or gamble at these hotels, it may still be worth signing up in advance — you might get access to better rates, BOGO offers, or ticket discounts.

Final Thoughts

If you’re visiting Las Vegas and plan to stay on the Strip, it’s absolutely worth signing up for MGM Rewards and Caesars Rewards. Even if you never step foot in a casino, being a member can save you money on hotel rooms, show tickets, dining, and more — sometimes just by logging into your account before you book.

If your plans take you off the Strip or downtown, programs like Boyd Rewards, My Rewards (Station Casinos), or Club One can offer local discounts, free parking, or even BOGO entertainment deals. And if you’re trying out one of the newer or rebranded properties — like Fontainebleau, Resorts World, or Virgin — don’t skip their loyalty programs either. You never know what perks might pop up just for signing up.

As for us? We visit Vegas every few years to catch a show or see what’s new… and to remind ourselves why we don’t go more often. 😄

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6 comments

Adam July 22, 2019 - 1:44 pm

Identity rewards offers aren’t that great at the lowest level, basically just discounts on hotel stays. You do get $5 in freeplay slots or video poker at the Cosmopolitan, however, which is a nice small benefit. And if you do play blackjack again, learning basic strategy would be helpful. Some casinos will even let you have a basic strategy card on the table, especially at the $2-5 tables.

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vancemi July 22, 2020 - 11:24 am

Caesar’s Rewards has really gone downhill in terms of service and value. Yes, you can earn points on stays, gambling, purchases, etc . . . BUT the payouts are small. You get back just 1% when you try to use your points. At some other restaurants, it’s only .5%. You can get freeplay on slots, but that also is at .5%. I used to use this program a lot and I built up a lot of points (close to 140000), but they stopped giving comps and they weren’t very welcoming at all. I decided to use up my points and quit the program, so we got a list of restaurants that take the rewards points. We had a very nice meal at Mon Ami Gabi at Paris. When I tried to pay with my rewards points though, they said they don’t take those anymore. I’D JUST GOTTEN THE LIST FROM CAESARS REWARDS. Anyway, you’re better off going with a rewards program that gives better than a penny to a half penny on the dollar.

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Paula Lawson November 5, 2020 - 8:22 pm

When will I receive my card

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Carl WV February 7, 2021 - 5:04 pm

Few of these programs will mail you a card. You have to pick them up at the casino in person.

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Billy Bob February 7, 2021 - 5:15 pm

Should be any day now. Sit tight.

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JohnB April 25, 2022 - 7:28 pm

The easiest way to earn comps/discounts is to play “MyVegas”! It is on Facebook and very easy to play. I have received so many freebies form MyVegas. You can sign up for MGM Rewards on line as well, so you play MyVegas earn some things before going to Vegas.

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