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| - Many moons ago, this mid strip property was known as the Holiday Casino (yes as in Holiday Inn). Exactly 20 years ago through ownership changes, it was rebranded as Harrah's - becoming the first Las Vegas property as a pseudo flagship of the now former Harrah's Entertainment (Now known as Caesars Entertainment). By "classic Vegas" standards, there is no shortage of history at this spot.
Even though the Harrahs / Ceasars lineups and properties have changed often over the years, the same can't really be said for Harrah's Las Vegas. Compared to its more contemporary sister properties, it feels a bit 90s retro here, antiquated to the point where even the resort's amenities feel middle of the road. Call it hard times, but its likely the hotel has seen better days.
Like any good Harrah's property, there are plenty of slots - approximately 1,600 of them in various denominations. Fans of 21 should find plenty of love in the tables, as there are more black jack tables than any other here (Spanish 21 is also available). They could use a few more baccarat tables (only 1?) and craps for the never ending dice fiends. As any one can guess, the casino is fairly pedestrian by mega resort standards but it has most of all the mainstream games. For you players out there, expect decent comps for the dollar and it goes a long way here
Don't expect to be wow'd on the hotel side. Regular rooms of a king or two queen beds aren't going to be all that contemporary and the high end suites are a bit on the limited side, but feature decent amenities for the price. Speaking of prices, they're usually on the lower end for a strip property, but because of the location expect this hotel to be filled quickly.
Nightlife? Let's not go there. But if you might crave the firewater, get your drink on at Carnaval (http://www.yelp.com/biz/carnaval-court-bar-and-grill-las-vegas) where its likely to be Jersey Shore, west coast edition. If you seek something different, try the Piano Bar (http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-piano-bar-at-harrahs-las-vegas) where you can see some folks throw down tickling ivory style (a la Jay Chou? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-FdX1D5hVg) while getting your drink on.
Harrah's is more of a family property complete with an arcade for the kids, a wedding chapel for the love birds, a decent swimming pool for the ray catchers and cabana choir, an overpriced healthclub and spa, and convention space for the business folks who wished they were at Caesars Palace instead.
Eateries are the worst offenders for me here. Don't get me started on the Flavors Buffet or the embarrassing Toby Keith Restaurant ("I Love This Bar and Grill"). Ming's Table (http://www.yelp.com/biz/mings-table-las-vegas) really belongs at Imperial Palace and Winning Streaks Grill is beyond cheesy. I think The Range (http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-range-steakhouse-las-vegas) might be the most decent spot to grab a quality meal, but since its a steak house its going to be priciest establishment in the house. Considering everything else Harrah's has to offer, this is definitely not a bad choice during any stay.
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