Shopping Trump Las Vegas condos and wondering how real owners actually use them — and what rental options are realistic? You are not alone. Condo-hotels can be excellent for lifestyle and flexibility, but rules and economics matter. In this guide, you will learn the building basics, what demand looks like, the current licensing landscape, and the most common owner-use and rental paths so you can move forward with clarity. Let’s dive in.
Property snapshot: what you’re buying
Trump International Hotel Las Vegas is a condo-hotel tower at 2000 N Fashion Show Drive in 89109. Public listings show studios and one-bedrooms in the 500–1,000+ square foot range, with active resale inventory at any given time. You can review a sample MLS entry for context on unit size and HOA management details at this building listing reference.
As an owner, you step into a service-rich environment. Building materials and owner pages highlight concierge, valet, and on-site services, along with owner benefits such as spa discounts and preferred rates. Those services shape both your day-to-day use and guest expectations if you rent. See a summary of owner perks and services here.
Demand at your doorstep
Las Vegas attracts year-round leisure and convention demand. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority reports 2024 occupancy around 83.6% with an average daily rate near $193. These market baselines suggest steady demand with strong peaks. You can explore current research and seasonality at the LVCVA research center.
Event weeks can push rates and occupancy higher. Think CES, large conventions, major sports weekends, and top-tier concert runs. A Strip-adjacent location near Fashion Show and the Convention Center helps you capture that upside when your unit is eligible and available to rent.
Rental rules that matter
Before you plan a rental strategy, confirm two things: the property’s jurisdiction and the HOA’s recorded rental rules. They work together to decide what is possible.
City of Las Vegas rules
Short-term residential rentals in the City of Las Vegas require Planning approval and a business license. Many permits are limited to owner-occupied use, include a 660-foot spacing rule from other licensed STRs, cap bedrooms for owner-occupied licenses, and require liability insurance and a 24/7 local contact. The city also makes clear that a license does not override HOA restrictions. Review the city’s instructions for short-term residential rentals.
Unincorporated Clark County and AB 363
If the unit falls in unincorporated Clark County, different rules apply. The county implemented AB 363 with licensing, spacing and occupancy limits, plus permit caps. Multifamily eligibility depends on governing documents that expressly allow transient lodging, and on any building-level caps. Start with the county’s overview of short-term rentals.
HOA and CC&Rs control
Even in high-demand markets, your recorded Declaration and HOA rules are decisive. If the CC&Rs prohibit short-term or transient lodging, you cannot lawfully run nightly rentals regardless of city or county frameworks. Get the building’s recorded documents and any rental amendments in writing before you rely on rental income.
Owner-use and rental paths
Below are common ways owners use Trump Las Vegas condos, plus what to verify for each path.
Primary residence with limited STR
If you plan to live in the unit as an owner-occupant, you may qualify for the City of Las Vegas owner-occupied licensing path when applicable. That can be the least complex way to do short stays inside city limits. Verify that the HOA allows the use you plan, and confirm any minimum-stay or notification requirements. For lifestyle value, remember the on-site owner benefits that make daily living convenient.
Second-home, part-time use
Many owners visit on weekends or a few weeks at a time. Between visits, they either leave the unit vacant, use a hotel rental program if offered, or list on platforms when permitted. Expect revenue to be event-driven with variability month to month. Confirm any blackout dates, owner-use caps, cleaning logistics, and the building’s stance on platform listings before you commit to a plan.
Seasonal stays
Snowbird-style ownership pairs well with 30-plus day leasing. Corporate housing or multi-month stays reduce turnover and simplify operations. Public listings show some Trump units advertised for monthly terms, an approach that can be less regulated than nightly stays in many jurisdictions. See a sample monthly listing example for context, then confirm your building’s minimum lease terms.
Nightly investment STR
Some owners treat their unit primarily as a nightly rental through the building’s hotel program, OTAs, or a hybrid. Public vacation-rental platforms show multiple active listings for Trump units, which illustrates operator activity, not legal status. You can view an example VRBO listing. If you pursue this path, verify licensing eligibility for your exact address and confirm that CC&Rs allow transient lodging. Your rate and occupancy will swing with events, furnishing quality, and channel strategy.
Monthly or longer leasing
Leasing for 30 days or more often avoids short-term rental licensing in many jurisdictions and may not trigger lodging tax in certain cases. It also lowers cleaning and turnover costs. The tradeoff is a lower nightly equivalent and potential vacancy gaps between tenants. Confirm your HOA’s minimum lease term and any tenant-approval steps.
Fees, taxes, and services
Your net performance depends on more than rates and occupancy. Budget for these line items and verify them for your specific stack.
- HOA assessments. MLS entries for the tower reference Associa Nevada South as management. Fees and inclusions vary by unit and year, sometimes covering selected utilities and services. Confirm the current schedule and what is included using a recent building listing reference.
- Property taxes. Public listings show annual property taxes in the multiple-thousand-dollar range for many units. Verify today’s assessed value and rate.
- Lodging and sales taxes. Industry guidance notes combined Las Vegas-area lodging taxes are commonly in the low to mid-teens for Strip-adjacent stays. Confirm the exact rate and who remits based on your channel. See a practical overview of Nevada STR taxes and rules.
- Licensing and compliance. The City of Las Vegas shows application, inspection, and annual fees for owner-occupied STRs. Clark County runs its own program under AB 363. Build in timelines and costs. City details are here: short-term residential rentals. County details are here: short-term rentals.
- Management and distribution. Full-service vacation rental managers often charge 20 to 35 percent of rental revenue, while lower-fee models around 10 percent shift operations to you. Compare models using examples like this management fee overview and ask the building for any hotel-program commission schedule.
- Housekeeping and linen. Per-turnover costs add up fast for nightly stays. Get a written schedule for cleans, deep cleans, and linen fees.
- Insurance. City and county licensing commonly require proof of liability coverage. Confirm the endorsement your carrier needs for short-term activity and whether the HOA master policy sets extra requirements.
Booking channels and outcomes
How you distribute inventory changes both effort and economics.
Hotel rental program
If a hotel-managed pool is available, you gain a reservations engine, concierge, and integrated housekeeping. The tradeoff is higher commissions and program rules for owner use, blackout dates, and payout schedules. Always request the program contract and 12 to 24 months of owner statements before relying on pro formas.
OTAs like VRBO or Airbnb
OTAs can deliver reach and strong rates on peak weeks. They also add platform fees and place guest screening and compliance on you or your manager. Public VRBO listings show Trump units are marketed to travelers, which indicates operator activity in practice. Confirm licenses and HOA permission before you list.
Direct or corporate channels
Corporate housing or direct repeat guests can help stabilize occupancy with lower commissions. This pairs well with seasonal owner use and 30-plus day stays to simplify operations.
A simple revenue example
Here is a hypothetical to show sensitivity. Assume a one-bedroom averaging a $250 ADR and 50 percent occupancy on a nightly model. Gross revenue would be about $45,625 per year. If you spend 40 percent on management, platform fees, housekeeping, and payment costs, your net before HOA, property taxes, licensing, and lodging taxes might land near $27,000 to $30,000. Use the LVCVA market data as a baseline and ask for actual owner statements from comparable units to underwrite with confidence.
Due diligence checklist
Lock these items before you rely on rental income in your purchase plan:
- Recorded CC&Rs and any rental amendments. Do they permit transient lodging, set minimum terms, or impose rental caps and approvals?
- Current HOA Rules and Regulations, bylaws, and 12 months of meeting minutes. Look for rental enforcement, fines, or cap discussions.
- Any hotel or association rental-program contract, with the commission schedule, payout timing, owner-use rules, and blackout dates.
- 12 to 24 months of actual occupancy and ADR for similar units or the tower. Cross-check with LVCVA research for seasonality.
- Written HOA confirmation of rental policy and whether any caps are already met. Use a current building listing reference to confirm the management contact.
- Jurisdiction check and licensing path. Review the City’s short-term rental instructions and the County’s AB 363 program.
- Insurance quotes for short-term rental endorsements and proof of required liability limits.
- Sample utility bills and a read on reserve studies or elevator/major-system plans that could signal future assessments.
Next steps
If you want a condo-hotel that you can enjoy and potentially rent, Trump Las Vegas can fit. The key is to align your personal-use plan with the building’s documents and the correct licensing path. From there, choose a channel strategy that matches your time, service expectations, and risk tolerance.
If you are ready to review CC&Rs, confirm jurisdiction, and model real numbers for a specific stack, we can help you evaluate options and negotiate with clarity. Schedule a consultation with Carlton Holland Realty to build a plan that fits how you want to use your unit.
FAQs
Are nightly rentals allowed at Trump Las Vegas condos?
- It depends on two things: whether the building’s CC&Rs permit transient lodging and whether your specific address qualifies for a city or county short-term rental license; public VRBO listings show operator activity, but that does not confirm legal status.
How does a hotel rental program typically work in condo-hotels?
- Owners usually join under a commission agreement that covers marketing and guest services; review the contract, commission tiers, housekeeping fees, owner-use rules, and request 12–24 months of owner statements before you rely on projections.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals near the Strip?
- Combined lodging taxes in the Las Vegas market are commonly in the low to mid-teens; confirm the exact transient occupancy tax for your address and whether your platform collects or if you must remit directly.
Is monthly leasing at Trump Las Vegas simpler than nightly?
- Often yes, because many jurisdictions treat 30-plus day stays differently than STRs; it can reduce licensing complexity and lodging taxes, but you must confirm the HOA’s minimum lease terms and any tenant-approval steps.
What does current Las Vegas demand look like for 2024?
- LVCVA reports about 83.6% occupancy and roughly $193 ADR market-wide, with big events driving rate spikes; that backdrop supports both owner enjoyment and potential revenue when your unit is eligible to rent.
