What’s included in your stay and what costs extra at Grand Sierra Resort
Your nightly room rate at Grand Sierra Resort & Casino covers your guest room, free Wi‑Fi in rooms and public areas, basic access to The Pool for registered guests, and standard in‑room amenities. A mandatory daily resort fee (amounts vary by source) pays for Fitness Center access, airport shuttle service, in‑room bottled water, local/1‑800 calls and Business Center computer access; many other services and dining are pay‑as‑you‑go.
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What the room rate includes
Standard room rates cover your reserved room (Vista Room, Sierra Room, Sierra Tower Deluxe Room or Vista Tower Deluxe Room), complimentary Wi‑Fi in the room and access to many on‑site facilities for registered guests.
Hotel guests with an active room key are admitted to The Pool at no extra charge while the pool is in season. Fitness Center access (24‑hour for guests 16+) is included through the resort fee rather than the base room rate.
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi in guest rooms and public areas
- Admission to The Pool for registered hotel guests (Main Pool is all‑ages; Infinity Pool Deck has 21+ restrictions)
- Fitness Center access for hotel guests aged 16+ (24‑hour access)
- Business Center computer access with a room key
- Daily bottled water refreshed in room
| Included item | Who it's for |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | All registered guests |
| Pool access (Main Pool) | Hotel guests with active room key |
| Fitness Center | Hotel guests 16+ (24‑hour) |
Resort fee and extra mandatory charges
Grand Sierra Resort charges a daily resort fee; the property's own terms list a Resort Fee figure, and some third‑party sites show a slightly different amount. The resort fee covers specific services rather than meals or drinks.
In addition to the resort fee, a separate daily tourism fee is collected. The hotel also places a credit‑card incidental hold at check‑in.
- Resort fee covers: Fitness Center access, airport shuttle service, two bottles of water daily, local & 1‑800 toll‑free calls, 24‑hour Business Center computer access
- The resort's terms list a Resort Fee amount (example: $42.95 plus tax); some OTAs list $48.53 — amounts vary by source/date
- A daily tourism fee (reported separately) is also collected
- A credit-card deposit/incidental hold (up to a stated per‑night amount) is taken at check‑in
| Charge | Notes |
|---|---|
| Resort fee | Covers fitness, shuttle, bottled water, phone calls, Business Center (amount varies by source) |
| Tourism fee | Separate daily fee reported on hotel bills |
| Incidental hold | A credit‑card hold is taken at check‑in |
What costs extra during your stay
Many on‑site services and activities are pay‑per‑use: most restaurants, bar drinks, spa treatments, cabana rentals, bowling, theater tickets and casino play are not included in the room rate or resort fee.
There are also a few common hotel surcharges you may encounter at booking or check‑in (rollaway beds, optional housekeeping, early/late check‑in/out fees).
- Meals and beverages at restaurants and bars (Charlie Palmer Steak Reno, Rim Asian Bistro, The Grand Buffet, Grand Café, etc.)
- Spa treatments at The Spa at Grand Sierra Resort (spa day‑passes or service bookings may be required for amenity access)
- Cabana and daybed rentals at the Infinity Pool Deck and other pool‑side premium seating
- Bowling lanes, movie theater tickets, ice rink sessions and axe‑throwing
- Rollaway beds (reported fee: $25 per day) and optional housekeeping fees (example listed: $1.99/night in some sources)
- Early check‑in/late check‑out fees when requested (subject to availability)
| Service | Typical cost note |
|---|---|
| Rollaway bed | $25 per day (reported by property) |
| Buffet meals | The Grand Buffet lists adult/child pricing (varies by day and meal) |
| Pool cabana | Available to rent; pricing varies by season |
Dining: what’s included and what you’ll pay for
Food and drink are not included in nightly room rates. Grand Sierra Resort has a large selection of pay‑as‑you‑go dining options from quick service to full‑service restaurants.
Some outlets accept reservations (Charlie Palmer Steak Reno, Rim Asian Bistro, Uno Más Street Tacos + Spirits) while grab‑and‑go spots are walk‑in.
- On‑site restaurants: Charlie Palmer Steak Reno, Rim Asian Bistro, Uno Más Street Tacos + Spirits, The Grand Buffet, Grand Café and more
- Grab & go/fast options: Starbucks, Johnny Rockets, Round Table Pizza, Port of Subs, Jamba, Second St. Marketplace, Yogurt Beach
- The Grand Buffet posts specific adult and child pricing for its services (varies by day and meal)
| Restaurant | Typical service style |
|---|---|
| Charlie Palmer Steak Reno | Full‑service steakhouse (reservations recommended) |
| The Grand Buffet | All‑you‑can‑eat buffet (priced per adult/child) |
| Starbucks / Round Table / Johnny Rockets | Quick service / grab‑and‑go |
Pools, spa and fitness: included access vs paid services
Registered hotel guests enjoy no‑extra‑charge admission to The Pool while it’s open; the Main Pool is all‑ages and the Infinity Pool Deck is restricted to guests 21+ except during certain seasonal changes noted by the property.
The Spa at Grand Sierra Resort offers paid treatments; spa day‑passes or bookings of certain prices can grant amenity access. Fitness Center access is included via the resort fee for registered guests (24‑hour access for ages 16+).
- Main Pool: included for hotel guests with an active room key
- Infinity Pool Deck: adults‑only (21+) during regular pool season; may open to all ages when Main Pool is closed for winter
- Poolside rentals and events (cabana rentals, Late Night Swim parties with admission starting at a reported $20 plus tax/fees) are paid extras
- Spa treatments, salon services and spa day‑passes are chargeable; booking treatments of $75+ may include amenity access
| Amenity | Included for hotel guests? |
|---|---|
| Main Pool | Yes (seasonal) |
| Infinity Pool Deck | Restricted (21+ in season) |
| Spa treatments | No — paid services |
Casino, entertainment and other on‑site activities
The resort operates an 80,000+ sq ft casino floor with slots, video poker and table games; gaming, shows, nightclub entry, bowling lanes, theater tickets and other entertainment are pay‑per‑use.
Some entertainment venues have capacities listed (LEX Ultra Lounge, LEX Nightclub, Grand Theatre) and reservations or advance tickets may be required for shows and events.
- Casino play, table games and slots are not covered by the room rate or resort fee
- Bowling center (50 lanes), Grand Theatre shows, LEX Nightclub and seasonal ice rink require separate admission or fees
- Nightclub and lounge capacities are published for event planning (e.g., LEX Nightclub and LEX Ultra Lounge)
| Activity | Pay status |
|---|---|
| Casino gaming | Paid |
| Bowling lanes | Paid (per lane/session) |
| Live shows / nightclub | Ticketed or cover charge |
Transport, parking and hotel policies to know
Grand Sierra Resort offers complimentary roundtrip airport shuttle service for registered hotel guests; a shuttle pass for return trips is issued at check‑in. Driving from Reno‑Tahoe International Airport is about a 2.5‑mile / roughly 8‑minute drive.
Parking (self‑park and valet) is available and listed as free for guests. The property requires a valid photo ID and major credit card at check‑in; the minimum check‑in age is 21.
- Free airport shuttle for registered guests (schedule departs every 30 minutes during listed hours; return shuttle pass given at check‑in)
- Free self‑parking and valet reported for guests; EV charging station on site
- Valid photo ID and credit card required at check‑in; incidental hold applied
- Pet and smoking policies have mixed references: service animals meeting Nevada statute are accepted; third‑party sites report that pets are generally not allowed (aside from service animals)
| Policy | Key detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum check‑in age | 21 (guests under 21 may check in only with parent/guardian) |
| Check‑in / Check‑out | Check‑in 3:00 PM / Check‑out 11:00 AM |
| Parking | Free self‑parking and valet available for guests |
