One of my favorite places to stay in the strip. In fact, I skipped a stay at Cosmopolitan to stay at the Elara. I love the location, and the ridiculous number of restaurants within a short walk. From McDonalds to Gordon Ramsey's, it's less than a 10 minute walk. There is even a Walgreens nearby if you forget something.
The rooms are beautiful and well kept. Great views and amenities including a Vegas "ghost" a coffee pot in the room! (Woo Hoo!)
No casino to walk through, and a hotel guard checking room keys at the elevators make it feel safe and enjoyable.