Several prominent Las Vegas casino resorts, including Caesars Palace, Horseshoe, Treasure Island, and The STRAT, have been named in recent health district records detailing bed bug complaints from guests over the past two years. These reports, obtained by 8 News through a public records request, highlight a series of unsettling discoveries and guest experiences within the hotels.
One complaint from March of this year at the Horseshoe described a guest finding live bed bug nymphs on clothing and inside a shoe, along with reporting severe bites. Another incident in July 2025 at Caesars Palace's Octavius Tower involved a family who discovered bed bugs on a pillow. A child in that family required hospital treatment for severe itching, hives, and blistering, and was prescribed medication for the skin irritation.
The family reported ongoing distress and paranoia following the incident. Health records indicated that the Caesars Palace room was inspected the following day, and pest control personnel confirmed the presence of bed bugs. The child's mother stated that one of her sons, a professional basketball player visiting for business, was unable to rest adequately due to the infestation, impacting his performance.
Records also show incidents at The STRAT in October 2024 and again in February 2025. Treasure Island was cited in November 2024 for a bed bug discovery. The reports were not confined to the main Las Vegas Strip, with documented bed bug issues also occurring at Oasis at Gold Spike in downtown Las Vegas in October 2025 and Grandview Las Vegas in April 2026.
Brian Virag, an attorney specializing in bed bug cases, emphasized that hotels have a legal duty to provide safe and clean accommodations, free from pests. He noted that many infestations likely go unreported by guests. Virag advised travelers to inspect their rooms thoroughly upon arrival, regardless of the hotel's price point, and to document any findings, including insect sightings and bite marks, while alerting hotel management and seeking medical attention if necessary.
The STRAT provided a statement acknowledging the reports, stating that they act quickly to inspect and treat affected areas when made aware of incidents, and that such occurrences are rare but can happen at any property. Caesars Palace, Horseshoe, and Treasure Island have been contacted for comment.