Going to Vegas, any suggestions where to stay?

[Sarah]

I've stayed at Excalibur, Tropicana, Imperial Palace, and seen Planet Hollywood. No big problems with any of them. And really, when you're in Vegas, why be in your room longer than a few sleeping hours?

I can tell you the buffets suck at Excalibur and Tropicana, but they're very good at Planet Hollywood, Wynn, and Bellagio. Caesars is meh for buffet.

[Suzanne]

My 2 cents: I've stayed at The Mirage and LOVED it, and Aladdin's but I think that's Planet Hollywood now?? I've been inside most all of the hotels on the strip though and I really liked Paris, MGM, Bellagio, Caesar's and The Venetian was my favorite. Have a great trip! I love it there.

[Jenna]

Harrah's is where I stay-or rest my head at night ---smack dab in the middle of everything---and they have a band outside that covers a lot of Journey --plus it's free--------Deb I like the pictures of where you stayed--looks like a fun place too----

[Suzanne]

Harrah's is where I stay-or rest my head at night ---smack dab in the middle of everything---and they have a band outside that covers a lot of Journey --plus it's free--------Deb I like the pictures of where you stayed--looks like a fun place too----

I didn't know this. I must stay there on my next visit.

[hoagiepete]

Bill's Gamblin Hall...formerly Barbary Coast. Not kidding here.

My Top 10 Reasons to stay
...
10) Rooms are big and feature 40" flat screen tvs.
9) Casino restroom stocked with necessities, including Aqua Velva!
8 ) Rates are usually reasonable.
7) Location is great...on the corner of Flamingo and the Strip. Directly next to Flamingo, across street from Bally's, Bellagio & Ceasars. Short walk to Paris, PH, Harrahs, Mirage.
6) Great cocktail service in the casino (albeit it is old and pretty smokey)
5) Operable windows...you can take a shower with the window opened to the strip. Don't worry...they are eye level so unless you're Shaq...nothing is exposed.
4) Free access to Flamingo pool.
3) Big Elvis appears almost daily in the lounge. Lounge opens to casino and when Elvis isn't playing...acts are normally pretty good.
2) you can get from the cab to your room in about 3 minutes. 30 steps to the counter...never a line...10 steps to the elevator and up a max of four floors. And the casino is small enough you can't get lost!
1) They have the best cheap hotdogs on the planet...for $1.75. Check it out in the sports book.

I hate to give away this secret as it may get out and then room rates will rise. Oh well.

[Jenna]

Harrah's is where I stay-or rest my head at night ---smack dab in the middle of everything---and they have a band outside that covers a lot of Journey --plus it's free--------Deb I like the pictures of where you stayed--looks like a fun place too----

I didn't know this. I must stay there on my next visit.

I think you will enjoy them ---they have been there about 6-7 years ----you don't have to stay there --it is outside for all who walk by---and some interesting characters do indeed walk by-

[Deb]

Harrah's is where I stay-or rest my head at night ---smack dab in the middle of everything---and they have a band outside that covers a lot of Journey --plus it's free--------Deb I like the pictures of where you stayed--looks like a fun place too----

Ya, too bad we missed that the day before. The whole stay was a blast though, a simply "must do" again.

And can't forget my Harrah's buddy.

[Jenna]

I think he likes you Deb--------

[San Diego Gary]

Bill's Gamblin Hall...formerly Barbary Coast. Not kidding here.

My Top 10 Reasons to stay
...
10) Rooms are big and feature 40" flat screen tvs.
9) Casino restroom stocked with necessities, including Aqua Velva!
8 ) Rates are usually reasonable.
7) Location is great...on the corner of Flamingo and the Strip. Directly next to Flamingo, across street from Bally's, Bellagio & Ceasars. Short walk to Paris, PH, Harrahs, Mirage.
6) Great cocktail service in the casino (albeit it is old and pretty smokey)
5) Operable windows...you can take a shower with the window opened to the strip. Don't worry...they are eye level so unless you're Shaq...nothing is exposed.
4) Free access to Flamingo pool.
3) Big Elvis appears almost daily in the lounge. Lounge opens to casino and when Elvis isn't playing...acts are normally pretty good.
2) you can get from the cab to your room in about 3 minutes. 30 steps to the counter...never a line...10 steps to the elevator and up a max of four floors. And the casino is small enough you can't get lost!
1) They have the best cheap hotdogs on the planet...for $1.75. Check it out in the sports book.

I hate to give away this secret as it may get out and then room rates will rise. Oh well.

Bill's ain't all that bad...........great location, and great steakhouse too. And that's another place givin' deals right now.

[StoneCold]

Bill's Gamblin Hall...formerly Barbary Coast. Not kidding here.

Great tip Hoagie, I just priced a room a couple months ahead and its cheaper than Motel 6.

Business will be boomin' there from all the MRJF readers!

[RPM]

The Mirage. Awesome pool, recently updated rooms, great food......and see "mystere"

Ray

[G.I.Jim]

I think he likes you Deb--------

I just noticed something Deb...Why can't we see your hands in that picture with you, Jeff and Eric?

[StevePerryHair]

I think he likes you Deb--------

I just noticed something Deb...Why can't we see your hands in that picture with you, Jeff and Eric?

[cheekymonkey]

Thanks for all your replys and ideas. I'm going for 9 days, so I have alot of ways to fill my time. Do any of you MRs live in Vegas?

[Deb]

I think he likes you Deb--------

I just noticed something Deb...Why can't we see your hands in that picture with you, Jeff and Eric?

Shhh Wedgies......had to get them laughing somehow.

[JohnH]

I am going to Vegas in May for a wedding and that part of the trip is paid for and the party is staying at the Luxor. I am going 4 days early, and I want to stay somewhere else. Anyone have suggestions, good or bad? Same with shows, I open to what people have to say. Everyone's opinion is welcome and appreciated. Thanks.

Well, I can tell you where NOT to stay....the Imperial Palace. That place used to be a great deal. Located right in the center of the strip. But I've noticed over the past 2 years or so, it's become a dump. I stayed there last month and the room was awful.

Had a similar experience in November...Boulder Station. Thought the rooms would be better because I like the Yellow Brick Road band and the Rail so much....but they're wore out. Bottom line is, pick a place that's new...like South Point or the Eastside Cannery. Last ten years I always had decent rooms at the Sahara and Four Queens...but maybe that's because I didn't know any better. What sucks about Vegas is the Indian Casinos are out doing them on nice rooms and food. They are so superior it's pathetic!