Which Vegas hotel to book??

  • perch_44
    One step ahead of the Warden.
    Posts: 1589
    November 11, 2009 at 10:22 pm #1264872

    i’m going to vegas from Feb 5th – 9th, and need to book my hotel yet, just me and the wife going so far. any suggestions from people who have been there?

    any steals, or hidden gems?

    wheres_waldo
    The Big Pond
    Posts: 478
    November 11, 2009 at 10:46 pm #815278

    The Venetian is very cool but can be on the spendy side. I would at least go there and walk around. The downtown rock and roll lazer show is is pretty neat if you are into that sort of thing. Like roller coasters? Take a trip to the top of the Stratosphere. It will blow your mind.

    smithkeith
    Waterloo, Iowa
    Posts: 889
    November 11, 2009 at 10:56 pm #815281

    We love the Flamingo. Center of the strip which is where we like. OK to visit downtown but wouldn’t like to stay there. Also in the center of the strip where we have stayed is Harrahs and Treasure Island. We were just there in Aug. and saw 2 shows, Terry Fader and Blue Man Group. Both great shows. Hope this helps.

    bigpike
    Posts: 6259
    November 11, 2009 at 11:08 pm #815285

    Love staying downtown, you get the old vegas feel down there- atleast whats left of it. Hop aroung casinos all in walking distance, and cab it out to the strip. 4 queens is a very nice place downtown. My wife and I did a sunset horse back ride with a cowboy diner last time out. Scored big points with that one. I like the Imperial Palace if you like the strip. Its right in the middle and you can walk to trams to move up and down the strip. Have Fun!

    Jakob
    Keymaster
    Rogers
    Posts: 1282
    November 11, 2009 at 11:24 pm #815289

    Flamingo if you can get a view overlooking the bellagio water show. What an amazing site to fall asleep to. Also has an amazing pool.

    The Wynn is for sure not a steal – but an amazing hotel.

    If you don’t mind a castle theme – I’ve stayed in the spa suite at Excalibur – nice room and had the spa overlooking the strip – very affordable also. More children though.

    I am also a big fan of the Rio – every room is a suite – but is off the strip. Have fell asleep at the pool drunk many of times.

    Luxor is always a fun hotel – not the cheapest.

    gary d
    cordova,il
    Posts: 1125
    November 11, 2009 at 11:26 pm #815290

    If you are flying out you may want to rent a car and go to the Hoover Dam. The sister inlaw and friends did it and said it was a fun adventure.

    Jakob
    Keymaster
    Rogers
    Posts: 1282
    November 11, 2009 at 11:33 pm #815291

    Also, don’t know if it is still around, but I would check out The Drive at the Sahara. Was open last time I was there. For 10 dollars and a breathalyser you get to pick two vehicles to drive. Either be on the race track or taking a hummer off road.

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPReYLJEL80&feature=related

    They let you go to town also – was awesome!

    Brian Robinson
    central Neb
    Posts: 3914
    November 12, 2009 at 12:16 am #815301

    First off, you HAVE to go downtown to the original Vegas! Being on Fremont street is truly awesome.

    There are lots of package deals if you look around, too. Try swavacations.com I think it is. cheapairfare or something like is another one. My buddy knows more than I do, so I’ll try to ask him, he’s always on top of it. You can get your room/passes/air all in one shot. It’s the only way to go.

    sharkbait
    The mud puddle in western Ks
    Posts: 347
    November 12, 2009 at 12:23 am #815304

    We had a good time at MGM Grand a couple times when we were there.

    Ben Garver
    Hickman, Nebraska
    Posts: 3149
    November 12, 2009 at 12:29 am #815306

    New York, New York was great for the wife and I. They made us a heck of a deal on a room upgrade when we got there too. It was a danr nice suite. Have a good time!

    ted-merdan
    Posts: 1036
    November 12, 2009 at 12:32 am #815307

    NOT the Wynn – just there for a conference on the company and it was over $300 per night on the room and $12/mixed drink…

    Just an FYI on where to avoid on your own dime…

    -ted

    DaveB
    Inver Grove Heights MN
    Posts: 4469
    November 12, 2009 at 12:53 am #815314

    I have stayed at the Bellagio, TI, Mirage, Wynn, Venetian, Imperial Palace and Harrahs.

    Bellagio, incredible, but expensive, good location, very classy.

    TI, very nice, a little bit to one end of the strip but stil in a good location, decent value

    Mirage, rooms all redone and modernized in the last 2 years. Very good buffett for the price (right Jon?). Reasonably priced and center strip.

    Wynn, very nice, sexiest cocktail servers in the WORLD but expensive and you feel like you have to dress up a bit.

    Venetian/Palazzo, probably my favorite casino. Rooms are expensive, but are suites, so decent value. Even if you dont stay here, it is a must see.

    IP, great location, low class, low price, but clean.

    Harrahs, I was expecting IP like based on the $5/day price difference, but the rooms were very nice. This will probably be where I stay more often when I am paying the bill. Updated decor, flat screens, center strip, no complaints.

    What will you be doing out there? Gaming, shows, clubs, eats, all the above? There are lots of deals available, even if you arent a hard core gambler.

    BTW, we were there in Feb this year and it snowed. So pack your guidewear.

    jon_jordan
    St. Paul, Mn
    Posts: 10908
    November 12, 2009 at 1:29 am #815318

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    Mirage, rooms all redone and modernized in the last 2 years. Very good buffet for the price (right Jon?). Reasonably priced and center strip.

    Yep, like the Mirage. Gotta hit that buffet at least one a trip! All of the other restaurants in there are great too. Great poker room and sports book. If you get a room there first trip out you wouldn’t be disappointed.

    -J.

    fishsjj
    Posts: 38
    November 12, 2009 at 3:29 am #815346

    I would check out ARIA, which is opening in December, and is found in the new City Center. They are running specials as I type.

    perch_44
    One step ahead of the Warden.
    Posts: 1589
    November 12, 2009 at 5:33 am #815367

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    I would check out ARIA, which is opening in December, and is found in the new City Center. They are running specials as I type.

    where did you see specials on this hotel? everything i’ve seen is 250/night +.

    mojogunter
    Posts: 3303
    November 12, 2009 at 5:59 am #815369

    I stayed in a suite at the Luxor, and it was nice.

    bigpike
    Posts: 6259
    November 12, 2009 at 6:00 am #815370

    The horse ride we took was in the Red Rock Canyon. Worth every penny, plus its a nice diversion from the in your face Vegas. After going to Vegas 6 times over the years this was my most memorable adventure…

    brittlab
    North Central Iowa
    Posts: 187
    November 12, 2009 at 6:04 am #815371

    We’ve been staying at Fitzgerald’s for 20+ years. we’ve always enjoyed our stay and Fremont street is great.

    jon_jordan
    St. Paul, Mn
    Posts: 10908
    November 12, 2009 at 1:51 pm #815394

    Quote:

    where did you see specials on this hotel? everything i’ve seen is 250/night +.

    That’s crazy! Check out site like travelzoo/travelocity. Google Vegas!

    Travelzoo

    Travelocity

    -J.

    nailbender
    Posts: 82
    November 12, 2009 at 11:13 pm #815555

    If you are looking for nice rooms at very cheap prices, check out Circus Circus. Stayed there in May for $24.00 per night.

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