Let me start by saying this is going to be a long review so pay attention people...LOL. The wife and I stayed here for our 10yr anniversary....but it was not planned really.....let me explain. We have always went to tropical locales over the years for our anniversary......but since we moved to Phoenix from Chicago....and we had already bought each other very expensive anniversary gifts we didn't really know how our funds would look to take one of those "tropical' trips this year.
So in our search to find somewhere to go it came down to 2 locations....San Diego, CA.....or Las Vegas, NV. Well since both were short drives that didn't help us decide....but what did was the great deal my wife found. We took United Airlines last year when we went to Maui and my wife got a boat load of points for our mileage traveled. While looking up hotels in Vegas she found we could stay at this world famous establishment by using our point\s.....and we could stay for 5 days for only.....wait for it......wait for it.....wait for it....16 BUCKS.....wohoooo!!!!
I don't mean 16 BUCKS a NIGHT people......I mean 16 BUCKS for the ENTIRE WEEK.....so naturally we ended up coming to Las Vegas. Now when you arrive at the hotel you have to be careful because the parking structure is on the backside of the hotel. So while you may be able to come into the front entrance you will have to park in the rear....but hear is a tip USE YOUR GPS....and FOLLOW the instructions to the letter and they will lead you to exactly where you need to be. I know this hotel is right in the middle of the strip on world Famous LAS VEGAS BLVD.....but you can't access the hotel parking from here without running into hundreds of people....so you have been warned!!!
The entrance to the hotel and Casino is on the 3rd floor...but chances are you won't get to park on that level because it is always full. However there is parking on the other levels which go up an additional 4 levels...but be advised if you park on level 7 you will have to walk down to level 6 to get the elevator to come down to level 3 where the entrance is because the elevator does not go up to level 7. Also try to park by the elevator....and don't stay out to late because i promise you you will be parking far away if you do no matter what level your on....and the walk will be a beast.
The line for check was long when we arrived....but here it is always that way. It does move along fairly quickly but you must have some patience. The front desk staff are very nice and courteous.....the rooms are very nice as well....although i would have preferred a fridge and microwave in it. We stayed on the 16th floor in a deluxe suite with 2 queen beds with a great view of the strip and the Bellagio fountains. Now you will here a lot about the GO rooms...but i wouldn't pay extra...there not that special except for some better views and those might have a fridge....but not sure.
The Wildlife Habitat is pretty nice...the pool was closed...so that was a bummer but i still got some great pics of it so you can check those out. I forgot being that it is November so probably a little cool even by Vegas standard for it to be open...LOL. The shops are just average....and so are the restaurants....but this place called the Burger Joint has a great burger and fries deal for 3.99 from 12 midnight until 6am every night if you hungry late. The monorail also runs here...but it is $6.00 one way...so unless you just want to try it.....i would walk because most everything from here is in walking distance....or take a cab....it might be cheaper...LOL.
While this is an older hotel....and there was a red spot on the rug...looks like nail polish or paint....the rooms and grounds were very immaculate. The location is unmatched being that the Bellagio and Caesar's Palace are across the street.....Bally's....the Imperial Palace....Harrah's.....The mirage....City Center.....The Paris....The Eiffel Tower....Planet Hollywood......Fashion Show Mall....and Treasure Island are all withing walking distance. No other hotel on the strip can brag about that.
I will be coming here annually starting next year...and believe me this will be my choice for staying (barring the prices are right....LOL) because i simply loved my stay here. So remember while your in Vegas my friends: "Whatever Happens in Vegas will be on Facebook" and Eat, Drink, and Be Very Merry my Friends!!!!!