Great deal but lacking the Vegas experience.
This all-suite hotel offers rates similar to those on-strip hotels except you're getting 600+ sq ft of space. The space, the double sinks, extra fridge, shelves, floor length mirrors, etc. were definitely appreciated but I just couldn't shake this large studio apartment feel off my standard suite. I was still pretty happy with the hotel until I drove over to the strip and was reminded of the crowds and bright lights. The Rio was just a little too serene for the hustle and bustle I wanted out of Las Vegas.
There was a blackout during our stay at the Masquerade tower. All the lights went out as soon as we opened our room door. I sorta thought that it was us who short circuited the place! :O So glad we were able to get into our room because the hallway was completely dark without any emergency lights. We called front desk right away and they sent out security to investigate, so they said. It wouldn't have been too bad if our room wasn't right next to the emergency stairway and we heard all the banging of the staircase and talking from everyone who was walking down. That was very loud and scary. We did not hear from front desk or security again. We tried to call front desk a while later for updates but was put on hold rather indefinitely. I suppose there's nothing they should do but to get the problem fixed ASAP as any announcement would just cause unnecessary panic. The ordeal lasted about a couple of hours. :(