The Las Vegas circuit wraps around a block of Strip resorts, and your ticket only gets you into one zone. We match each area to the zones it serves and show how you get in when the roads close.
**The Immediate Answer:** Book a hotel on the **Las Vegas Monorail** line or within walking distance of your ticket zone. Your ticket only gets you into one zone, so the zone printed on it should decide where you sleep. For the Sphere and Koval Lane zones, the resorts **inside the track loop** (The Venetian, The Palazzo, Harrah's, The LINQ, Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris) are the shortest trip. For the Harmon Avenue zones, look at **Virgin Hotels** or **MGM Grand**. For a cheaper room, stay north at **Westgate** or **SAHARA** and take the Monorail in. Don't plan around a car: roads around the circuit close from early afternoon on track days.
The [2027 Las Vegas Grand Prix](/f1/las-vegas-grand-prix) runs **Thursday 18 to Saturday 20 November 2027**, Round 22 of 24, with the race on Saturday night. The 6.201 km, 17-turn Las Vegas Strip Circuit uses Las Vegas Boulevard (the Strip), Harmon Avenue, Koval Lane and Sands Avenue. Formula 1 hasn't published 2027 session times yet. In 2026, the first session each day started at 4:30 p.m. and the evening sessions and the race at 8:00 p.m. local time.
1. Check Your Ticket Zone First
The Las Vegas Monorail's race guide says it plainly: you can access only the zone for the ticket you purchased. These are the zones as listed for 2026, and where they are:
| Zone | Where it is | Nearest resorts |
|---|---|---|
| East Harmon Zone | Harmon Avenue, where the race starts and finishes (the Grand Prix Plaza paddock building is also on Harmon) | Virgin Hotels, Planet Hollywood, Hilton Grand Vacations |
| West Harmon Zone | Harmon Avenue, as cars head into the pits before Turn 17 | Planet Hollywood, Cosmopolitan, Aria |
| Hilton Grand Vacations Zone | Harmon Avenue, in front of the Hilton Grand Vacations resort | Hilton Grand Vacations, Planet Hollywood |
| Koval Zone | Koval Lane, the main viewing zone | Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris, Harrah's |
| Flamingo Zone by Caesars Rewards | Koval Lane | Flamingo, Horseshoe, Harrah's |
| T-Mobile Zone at Sphere | Koval Lane and Sands Avenue | The Venetian, The Palazzo, Harrah's, The LINQ, Wynn and Encore |
| Velocity Club Zone | The Venetian's viewing area on the Strip | The Venetian, The Palazzo |
| Club Paris Zone | Next to the Eiffel Tower on the Strip | Paris, Horseshoe |
| Bellagio Fountain Club (North and South) | Raised decks overlooking the Strip | Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Cosmopolitan |
The "nearest resorts" column is our reading of the circuit map, not an official list. Check the walk from your hotel to your zone's entrance before you book.
2. Inside or Outside the Loop: What the Road Closures Mean
The track runs down the Strip from Sands Avenue to Harmon Avenue, east along Harmon, north up Koval Lane and back west along Sands Avenue. The resorts on the east side of the Strip between Sands and Harmon sit inside that loop.
- **Roads close every track day.** For 2026, The Venetian listed closures starting at 1:00 p.m. and fully closed by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. They reopened at 12:30 a.m. after Thursday, at midnight after Friday and at 2:00 a.m. after the Saturday race. 2027 times aren't published yet.
- **Garages can shut.** In 2026, The Palazzo's garage and valet were closed for entry and exit during road closures. Palazzo guests arriving then could check in and leave luggage at The Venetian's front desk. Cars could still reach The Venetian's garage over a temporary bridge at Flamingo Road and Koval Lane.
- **Walking is always open.** Pedestrian paths and footbridges were open 24/7.
- **The Monorail runs above it all.** It's elevated, so road closures don't stop it.
The practical rule: if you stay inside the loop, plan to arrive before 1:00 p.m. on track days, or walk and take the Monorail. Other resorts publish their own race-week access notes, so check yours before you book.
3. Inside the Loop: The Venetian, Harrah's, The LINQ, Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris and Planet Hollywood
This is the base for the Sphere, Koval Lane and Flamingo zones, and for Velocity Club and Club Paris. Three of the seven Monorail stations are inside the race area: **Harrah's/The LINQ**, **Flamingo/Caesars Palace** and **Horseshoe/Paris**, one or two minutes apart. Planet Hollywood is at the Harmon Avenue end of the loop, closer to the Harmon zones.
**The Venetian** is a founding partner of the race. In 2026 it hosted the Alpine team and sold hotel-and-ticket packages for the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere through Vibee. As listed on venetianlasvegas.com in November 2026, it charges a resort fee of **$55 per night plus tax**, room rates carry the **13.38% Clark County room tax**, and parking for registered guests is **$20 a day** (valet **$40 a day**).
Also inside the loop, all on the Monorail line: [Harrah's](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=64969), [The LINQ](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=675414), [Flamingo](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=147263), [Horseshoe](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=147262) and [Paris](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=75). If you're also going to a race-week concert at Sphere, see our [Las Vegas Grand Prix concerts guide](/guides/las-vegas-grand-prix-concerts-2026).
4. Wynn and Encore: Across Sands Avenue
Wynn and Encore face the Sands Avenue stretch of the track, across the road from The Palazzo, near the T-Mobile Zone at Sphere. As listed on wynnlasvegas.com in November 2026, the resort fee is **$55 per night plus tax** and includes self-parking for two cars. For 2026, Wynn sold a race package: a three-night minimum stay in a Panoramic View room with two grandstand tickets in the Sphere Zone, plus a 9% service fee on the tickets, paid in full and non-refundable. A 2027 version hasn't been announced.
5. West Side of the Strip: Caesars Palace, Bellagio, Cosmopolitan and Aria
These resorts face the track from the other side of the Strip, outside the loop. You cross on the footbridges, which stay open 24/7, to reach the zones on Koval Lane or the Flamingo/Caesars Palace and Horseshoe/Paris Monorail stations. Cosmopolitan and Aria are closest to the Harmon Avenue end. Bellagio's lake is where the Bellagio Fountain Club decks are built, a hospitality ticket covered in our [Las Vegas VIP hospitality guide](/guides/las-vegas-vip-hospitality).
Check [Bellagio](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=9316) or [Caesars Palace](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=5112) on Agoda.
6. Harmon Avenue East: Virgin Hotels for the Start-Finish Zone
If your ticket is in the **East Harmon Zone**, where the race starts and finishes, stay on the Harmon Avenue side. **Virgin Hotels Las Vegas** is at 4455 Paradise Road, at the corner of Harmon Avenue, east of the circuit and outside the loop, so getting to the Harmon zones is a walk along Harmon Avenue rather than a Monorail ride. Agoda lists it in its "East of The Strip" area, which also covers hotels along Paradise Road.
7. MGM Grand: The South End of the Monorail
MGM Grand, at Tropicana Avenue, is south of the circuit and home to the Monorail's southern terminus. From there, a northbound train takes 2 minutes to Horseshoe/Paris, 4 to Flamingo/Caesars Palace and 5 to Harrah's/The LINQ, according to the Monorail's route map. Harmon Avenue is a walk north.
8. North on the Monorail: Westgate, SAHARA and the Convention Center
North of the race area, three stations let you board a southbound train to the circuit: **Boingo Station at the Las Vegas Convention Center**, **Westgate** and **SAHARA Las Vegas**. The Monorail is 3.9 miles long, takes about 15 minutes end to end and runs every 4 to 8 minutes. Ride times to Harrah's/The LINQ, the first station inside the race area:
| Station | Hotels nearby | Ride to Harrah's/The LINQ |
|---|---|---|
| Boingo Station at LVCC | Paradise Road and Convention Center hotels | 4 minutes |
| Westgate | Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino | 6 minutes |
| SAHARA Las Vegas | SAHARA Las Vegas | 8 minutes |
These hotels are away from the roads the circuit closes, so a taxi or rideshare can reach them in the afternoon. Check [Westgate](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=3146), [SAHARA](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=574581) or [hotels east of the Strip](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&area=20657) on Agoda.
9. Downtown and Fremont Street: Two Rides to the Track
The Monorail doesn't go Downtown. The Monorail's own route guide suggests the RTC **Deuce** bus, which runs 24/7 along Las Vegas Boulevard, to SAHARA, where you change to the Monorail (8 minutes to Harrah's/The LINQ). There's also a free **Downtown Loop** bus to The STRAT, a short walk from SAHARA, but its hours are limited. It works for repeat visitors who want Fremont Street at night. For a first race weekend, it adds a bus ride each way.
10. Which Base Is Right for You?
| Base | Zones it suits | How you get in | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside the loop (Venetian, Harrah's, LINQ, Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris) | T-Mobile at Sphere, Koval, Flamingo, Velocity Club, Club Paris | On foot, or the Monorail inside the race area | Walking to your zone, no car |
| Planet Hollywood | East Harmon, West Harmon, Hilton Grand Vacations | On foot | Harmon Avenue tickets on the Strip |
| Wynn and Encore | T-Mobile at Sphere | On foot | Sphere tickets, or a hotel-and-ticket package |
| West Strip (Caesars Palace, Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, Aria) | Koval, Club Paris, Bellagio Fountain Club, West Harmon | Footbridges over the Strip | Big resorts without staying inside the loop |
| Virgin Hotels | East Harmon, Hilton Grand Vacations | On foot along Harmon Avenue | Start-finish tickets |
| MGM Grand | Harmon zones, or any zone by Monorail | On foot, or Monorail northbound | South Strip stays, Monorail access |
| Westgate, SAHARA, LVCC hotels | Any zone by Monorail | Monorail southbound, 4 to 8 minutes | Avoiding the road closures |
| Downtown | Any zone, with a change | Deuce bus to SAHARA, then Monorail | Repeat visitors, Fremont Street |
11. Las Vegas Monorail: Fares and Race-Week Hours
Buying online as an eTicket is cheaper than buying at the station. As listed on lvmonorail.com in November 2026:
| Ticket | Online eTicket | At the station |
|---|---|---|
| Single ride | $5.75 | $6.25 |
| 1-day pass | $13.95 | $15.50 |
| 2-day pass | $24.45 | $27.00 |
| 3-day pass | $30.85 | $33.00 |
| 4-day pass | $38.10 | $40.00 |
| 5-day pass | $45.85 | $48.25 |
| 7-day pass | $59.95 | $64.00 |
Nevada residents pay $1 a ride with proof of residency, bought at a customer service booth (there's none at Boingo Station). Normal hours are 7:00 a.m. to midnight on Mondays, 2:00 a.m. Tuesday to Thursday and 3:00 a.m. Friday to Sunday. For 2026 race week, the Monorail ran nonstop from Tuesday 17 November at 7:00 a.m. to Monday 23 November at 3:00 a.m. Check for the 2027 schedule closer to the race.
12. Getting From the Airport
- **Taxi:** At Harry Reid International Airport, taxis wait outside baggage claim, at Doors 1 to 4 in Terminal 1 and near Door 52 in Terminal 3. As listed by the Nevada Taxicab Authority in November 2026, airport-to-Strip trips are flat rates by zone: $22.25 for Zone 1 (Sunset Road north to Tropicana), $26.25 for Zone 2 (Tropicana north to Flamingo) and $30.25 for Zone 3 (Flamingo north to the Stratosphere). Add a $2.40 airport fee, a $1 to $3 fuel surcharge, $3.00 if you pay by card, and 3% excise tax on everything.
- **Uber and Lyft:** In Terminal 1, take the elevator near Door 2 to Level 2 of the parking garage and cross the bridge. In Terminal 3, take the elevator near Door 52, 54 or 56 to Level 1, cross the bridge, then go down to the garage's Valet Level.
- **Bus:** RTC Route 108 (Paradise) and the Red Line stop at Terminal 1, Level Zero. From Terminal 3, take the free inter-terminal shuttle to Terminal 1.
- **Timing:** If your hotel is inside the loop, land early enough to get there before the roads close (1:00 p.m. in 2026) on track days.
13. How Many Nights to Book
- **Track days are Thursday to Saturday,** 18 to 20 November 2027. Check in on Wednesday 17 or Thursday 18 November.
- **The race is on Saturday night.** In 2026 it started at 8:00 p.m., and the roads around the track reopened at 2:00 a.m. Book Saturday night too and leave on Sunday 21 November.
- **2027 session times are still to be confirmed.** Formula 1 lists them as TBC.
14. What to Pack for a November Night Race
It's a night race in late November. The National Weather Service's normals for Las Vegas on 18 to 20 November are highs of about 65°F (18°C) and lows of about 45°F (7°C), so bring a warm layer for the evening sessions. In 2026, the rules on Las Vegas Boulevard and in the race zones were:
- **Clear bags only:** totes and backpacks no bigger than 12" x 6" x 12" and transparent. Small handbags or fanny packs up to 6" x 9" don't have to be clear.
- **No bottles or cans,** including empty refillable bottles, and no hydration packs, chairs, strollers, flags or noisemakers.
- **Plan for no bag check.** We couldn't confirm any bag storage at the gates, so leave anything that breaks the rules at your hotel.
Our pack for a Las Vegas race night:
- A [clear bag](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BLJL9P1?tag=tracksidecult-20). Check its size against the 12" x 6" x 12" limit before you buy.
- A [warm extra layer](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0894FFQS6?tag=tracksidecult-20) for the evening.
- A [high-capacity power bank](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJBQBB7F?tag=tracksidecult-20): your race ticket and Monorail eTicket are both on your phone.
- [Ear protection](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GQF3WCN?tag=tracksidecult-20) for three nights of cars on track.
The full list is in our [F1 race weekend packing list](/collectors-gear/f1-race-weekend-packing-list-2026). For routes into each zone, see our [Las Vegas F1 access guide](/guides/las-vegas-f1-access). Planning the budget? The [Las Vegas trip cost calculator](/tools/f1-trip-cost-calculator/las-vegas) adds up tickets, travel and hotel in one place.
Where is the best place to stay for the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
Near your ticket zone or on the Monorail line. For the Sphere and Koval Lane zones, the resorts inside the track loop (The Venetian, Harrah's, The LINQ, Flamingo, Horseshoe, Paris). For the Harmon Avenue zones, Virgin Hotels, Planet Hollywood or MGM Grand. For a cheaper room, Westgate or SAHARA on the Monorail.
When is the 2027 Las Vegas Grand Prix?
Thursday 18 to Saturday 20 November 2027, Round 22 of 24. The race is on Saturday night. 2027 session times haven't been published.
Can I move between zones at the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
No. You can access only the zone on your ticket, so pick a hotel close to that zone.
What time do roads close for the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
In 2026, roads started closing at 1:00 p.m. and were fully closed by 3:00 p.m. on each track day. They reopened at 12:30 a.m. after Thursday, midnight after Friday and 2:00 a.m. after the race. Footbridges stayed open 24/7.
Which Monorail stations are inside the race area?
Harrah's/The LINQ, Flamingo/Caesars Palace and Horseshoe/Paris. Board southbound at SAHARA, Westgate or Boingo Station at the Convention Center, or northbound at MGM Grand.
How much is the Las Vegas Monorail?
As listed in November 2026, a single ride is $5.75 online or $6.25 at the station, and a 3-day pass is $30.85 online or $33.00 at the station. During 2026 race week it ran nonstop.
How much is a taxi from Las Vegas airport to the Strip?
Flat rates by zone: $22.25, $26.25 or $30.25 depending on how far north your hotel is, plus a $2.40 airport fee, a fuel surcharge, a $3.00 card fee if you pay by card, and 3% tax.
Can I bring a water bottle to the Las Vegas Grand Prix?
No. In 2026, bottles and cans, including empty refillable bottles, and hydration packs were banned on Las Vegas Boulevard and in the race zones. Bags must be clear and no bigger than 12" x 6" x 12".
How We Researched This Guide
Race dates, the round number, circuit length and session times come from [formula1.com](https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2027). Zones, Monorail stations, ride times, fares and hours come from the Las Vegas Monorail's [race guide](https://www.lvmonorail.com/events/f1-grand-prix-las-vegas/), [route map](https://www.lvmonorail.com/route-map/) and [ticket page](https://www.lvmonorail.com/ticket-information/). Road closures, garage access and bag rules come from The Venetian's [Know Before You Go page](https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/entertainment/f1-grand-prix/know-before-you-go.html), resort fees and packages from The Venetian and Wynn, taxi fares from the [Nevada Taxicab Authority](https://www.taxi.nv.gov/passenger-info/approximate-fare-information/), airport pickups from [Harry Reid International Airport](https://www.harryreidairport.com/), and temperatures from the National Weather Service. All checked on 8 November 2026. Several of these rules are from the 2026 race, so confirm with the official sites before you travel.