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| - Ahh, the Golden Nugget, we had our ups and downs during my 5-night stay, but overall you treated me very well. I really dig the more down-to-earth, old school vibe of Downtown Las Vegas compared to The Strip, and the Golden Nugget is the nicest and most complete casino in the area. Many components come together to make a full casino experience, so I'll review each of the components individually.
The Rooms: Unless you are spending a lot of time in you room - and this is Vegas, so you shouldn't be - a basic room is the way to go. And their basic room in the Carson Tower is nice. Ample space, nice TV (that I hardly turned on), a good bathroom, and clean with upscale decor. No free internet is a minus, but even after paying for internet, the rooms averaged out at $65/night including taxes and resort fees. However, they were doing work on my floor that week - running new phone/internet cables - and the noise woke me up multiple times. (Yes, I was sleeping until 11AM, but I mean, this IS Vegas) I know casinos never close and this was probably factored into the cost of my room, but I could have stayed at another place Downtown for cheaper with no construction. 3.5 Stars.
The Casino: This is the most complete casino in the Downtown area. Their Poker Room is a bit old school, but still nice. The dealers there are generally nice, fun people to be with, and there is a nice variety of people coming in. Tournaments are run three times a day. If poker isn't your thing, they have a load of slots and table games throughout the casino, including both poolside and in their lounge where live music is frequently playing. Regardless if I am staying here or at another Downtown casino, it's a given that I'll be gambling here. 4.5 Stars
Restaurant Selection: Golden Nugget is owned by Landry's, who owns such posh restaurant chains like M&S and Morton's, so it's to be expected that they do high-end well. The problem is that most people staying Downtown are looking for value. I'm sure Vic & Anthony's and Chart House are good, but those aren't places for an "everyday" meal. The Grotto is pretty good - it's not cheap eats but it is moderately priced and a good value for what you get. I thought the Happy Hour specials at Red Sushi were good. But for late-night eats your only option is The Grille, a small counter-service establishment. It was decent, but you don't get that classic Vegas 3AM dive/diner experience. 3.5 Stars
That averages to a just under 4-stars, and I'll jump them up to 4-stars for genuinely nice and efficient customer service and an excellent pool area that allows one to get some rest while nursing a hangover after you have checked out and are waiting for your flight. (For example)
If you are looking to experience the value and classic vibe of "Old Vegas" but with a touch of class you get from The Strip, Golden Nugget is the way to go.
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