HD Expo + Conference: Hotels & Where to Stay
4 May – 5 May 2027 Mandalay Bay Convention Center 10,000 attendees
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HD Expo + Conference is the leading North American trade fair for the hospitality design industry, bringing together interior designers, architects, hotel owners, operators and product manufacturers of furnishings, lighting, textiles and finishes. It is held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, a large, modern venue attached to the Mandalay Bay resort. For a hotel-booking traveller, the south-Strip location shapes the best places to stay: a free tram links Mandalay Bay to Luxor and Excalibur, and from there the monorail and rideshare reach the rest of the Strip. Staying at or near the south-Strip resorts keeps the commute to the halls short, while the wider Strip offers thousands of rooms within a rideshare or shuttle hop. Because HD Expo draws a large design-industry crowd that can overlap with other conventions, well-located rooms fill and rates rise, rewarding early booking.
Popular areas for attendees: Las Vegas Strip (South) · Las Vegas Strip (Center) · Downtown Las Vegas.
- The Mandalay Bay Convention Center is attached to its resort, so staying on the south Strip means a walk or short tram ride to the halls.
- HD Expo draws a large hospitality-design crowd that can overlap with other Las Vegas conventions, tightening room supply.
- Las Vegas hotel rates climb during major show weeks, so early booking locks in better value.
- Choosing a south-Strip hotel connected by the free tram avoids Strip traffic and parking hassles on show mornings.
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 4 May – 5 May 2027
- Venue
- Mandalay Bay Convention Center
- City
- Las Vegas, United States
- Airport
- LAS
- Attendance
- 10,000
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Rates shown for the event window, Mon, May 3 → Thu, May 6 (arrive the day before, leave the day after) — or choose your own dates above.
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Where to eat during HD Expo + Conference
CES dinners book out weeks ahead — the good rooms near the Convention Center go first. These are the spots Vegas regulars actually take clients: reserve before you fly, and keep one casual back-up for the nights the schedule slips.
Piero's Italian Cuisine
Italian · old-school Vegas
Convention Center Dr — 5 min walk from LVCC
The CES institution — directly across from the Convention Center, dark booths, osso buco, and half the industry in the room during show week.
Tip: Book weeks ahead for CES week; ask for a booth for client dinners.
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Golden Steer Steakhouse
Steakhouse · since 1958
W Sahara Ave — 6 min drive
Vegas's oldest steakhouse — Sinatra's booth is still there. Tableside Caesar, dry-aged steaks, and the kind of room that closes deals.
Tip: CES week reservations open ~60 days out and vanish — set a reminder.
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Lotus of Siam
Northern Thai
E Flamingo Rd — 10 min drive
Repeatedly called the best Thai restaurant in America — khao soi and crispy duck worth leaving the Strip for, with a deep Riesling list.
Tip: Order the Northern Thai specials, not the standard menu.
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Raku
Japanese izakaya · robata
Chinatown, Spring Mountain Rd — 15 min drive
Where Strip chefs eat after service — charcoal-grilled skewers and house-made tofu until 2am. Perfect for the night the show runs late.
Tip: Open till 2am — ideal for a post-booth-teardown dinner.
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Esther's Kitchen
Italian · pasta & natural wine
Arts District — 12 min drive
The Arts District favourite — house pastas and sourdough that locals queue for. A relaxed team dinner away from convention crowds.
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Joël Robuchon
French fine dining
MGM Grand — 14 min drive
The only three-Michelin-star room in Las Vegas — the deal-closing dinner when the contract is big enough to justify it. Jacket recommended.
Tip: Tasting menus only — plan 3 hours and book the moment your dates lock.
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Bazaar Meat by José Andrés
Steak · Spanish
Sahara Las Vegas — 5 min drive from LVCC
José Andrés does carnivore theatre — wood-fired steaks and Spanish plates minutes from the Convention Center. The impress-a-client room closest to CES.
Tip: Closest fine dining to LVCC — the CES-week table everyone fights for.
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Vesta Coffee Roasters
Specialty coffee · café
Arts District — 12 min drive
Las Vegas's best specialty roaster — proper flat whites and quiet tables for the morning email triage before the halls open.
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Peppermill Fireside Lounge
American diner · 24 hours
Las Vegas Blvd — 4 min drive from LVCC
The neon-lit 1972 institution — open 24 hours, giant breakfasts, and booths that have hosted more informal CES meetings than most suites.
Tip: Open all night — the fallback when the only slot a contact has is 7am.
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Getting there
From Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
- Harry Reid International (LAS) is very close to the south Strip, roughly 5-10 minutes to Mandalay Bay by taxi or rideshare.
- Taxis and rideshare (Uber/Lyft) have designated pickup zones at the airport.
- There is no direct train from the airport, so most visitors use taxi, rideshare or hotel shuttle.
- LAS is a major hub with extensive domestic and international connections, so most attendees fly in directly.
Getting to the venue on the Strip
- A free tram connects Mandalay Bay with Luxor and Excalibur every few minutes, useful if staying at those resorts.
- From Excalibur/MGM Grand you can reach the Las Vegas Monorail for travel up the east side of the Strip.
- Rideshare and taxis drop off at the Mandalay Bay main entrance; allow extra time at peak hours.
Getting around during HD Expo + Conference
Tram, monorail and bus
- The free south-Strip tram links Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Excalibur, ideal for HD Expo attendees at those resorts.
- The Las Vegas Monorail runs along the east side of the Strip from the MGM Grand station northward to the convention district.
- The RTC Deuce bus runs the length of the Strip and to downtown as a budget option, though slower in traffic.
Taxis and rideshare
- Taxis and rideshare are plentiful; resort rideshare pickup points are sometimes in parking structures, so allow extra minutes.
- Expect surge pricing and queues around Mandalay Bay at show open and close.
- Walking between adjacent south-Strip resorts is often faster than driving during peak traffic.
Visa & entry
Visa Waiver Program / ESTA
- Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries can visit the US for business or tourism for up to 90 days with an approved ESTA travel authorization.
- Apply for ESTA online well before travel and carry a passport meeting US validity and e-passport requirements.
- ESTA covers attending a trade show as a business visitor, but confirm your activities fall within permitted visitor rules.
B-1/B-2 visitor visa
- Travellers from countries not in the Visa Waiver Program generally need a B-1 (business) or B-2 (tourist) visa obtained in advance.
- Visa interviews at US embassies or consulates can require long lead times, so apply early.
- Bring documentation such as show registration or an invitation if requested at the consulate or on arrival.
Entry rules change; confirm current requirements with the United States embassy or official immigration site before booking travel.
First time at HD Expo + Conference?
- HD Expo is a trade event, so register in advance and bring business credentials.
- Staying at Mandalay Bay, Luxor or Excalibur puts you on the free tram right to the convention center.
- Las Vegas is in the desert, so carry water and expect big swings between air-conditioned halls and the heat outside.
- Wear comfortable shoes; the convention center and Strip resorts involve a lot of walking.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Use the free south-Strip tram from Luxor or Excalibur to reach the halls without traffic or parking.
- Schedule off-site meetings for early or late in the day, as midday Strip travel is slow during conventions.
- Leave the venue a little before the closing rush to beat the taxi and rideshare surge.
- If you want central-Strip nightlife, factor in the tram-plus-monorail or rideshare time back from the south end.
HD Expo + Conference travel FAQs
Where should I stay for HD Expo + Conference?
South-Strip resorts like Mandalay Bay, Luxor and Excalibur are ideal since the free tram links them straight to the convention center. Central-Strip hotels also work if you are happy to rideshare or use the monorail.
How much do hotels cost during HD Expo + Conference?
Rates rise during show weeks, especially if HD Expo overlaps with other conventions. Prices depend on resort tier and location, with south-Strip options near the venue at a premium, so early booking helps.
How early should I book hotels for HD Expo + Conference?
Book several weeks to a couple of months ahead. Las Vegas conventions can coincide and well-located rooms sell out early, with rates climbing as the dates approach.
Which airport do I fly into for HD Expo + Conference?
Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), only about 5-10 minutes from the south Strip and Mandalay Bay. It is a major hub with wide domestic and international service.
How do I get from the airport to the venue?
Take a taxi or rideshare from LAS to Mandalay Bay in about 5-10 minutes. If staying at Luxor or Excalibur, you can also use the free south-Strip tram to reach the convention center.
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