The Stratosphere is trying but a long way from getting 'there'. I booked this on an Expedia deal that included RT nonstop airfare from Long Beach to Las Vegas and 3 nights stay for under $200. Had to jump on that.
With that said, I'm not coming back. The Stratosphere is the hotel for 20 and 30 somethings that can't afford the Hard Rock, but with that comes some nice surprises. I got a beer at the hotel bar for $1.20. I thought I was back in 1990 when I got the bill.
Rooms are not very nice. I had the upgrade room and shudder to think about what the non-upgrade was. In house restaurants are not so good either and the tower bar is a hassle to get to. You must clear TSA type security just to get up. I gave up after 20 minutes of waiting.
Overall, this is better than a Motel 6, but not much.
Staff is nice and helpful but this place needs an entire make over to even have a chance at retaining business.