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| - Monte Carlo is one of those hotels in which people wither love or hate it. Based on the mixed reviews on yelp (many of which aren't too great) I would have stayed away from this place. But the bf found a great deal here (originally we booked 2 nights at Luxor, but for about the same price, Monte Carlo offered 3 nights instead. Score!) Let's begin:
Our Room Floor 21, #113 (3.5/5 stars):
- It had a nice king size bed, 2 night stands, desk & chair, lounge chair, average sized dresser with a fairly large flat LCD tv, closet and full length mirror, 2 telephones.
My only complaint is that there was no mini fridge to store our drinks (this should be a standard every where). Also, the "temperature control unit" had poor circulation and weak output so it took awhile to get the room cool to the temp that we enjoyed. The view we had was not of the strip, but of the back of NYNY and residential area. It wasn't a bad view, in fact it looked nice at night when all the homes had on their twinkling lights or in the morning when the sun would rise in the horizon. It was a relaxing and peaceful sight. You can hear riders from the NYNY coaster scream their heads off, not to mention your neighbors in the adjoining rooms practically fart in their sleep because the walls are so thin. That's my main gripe. The bed was comfortable and there were both firm and soft pillows. The sheets were soft and clean, pretty standard nothing bad about them, but nothing spectacular either.
Bathroom (3/5 stars):
- shower/tub combo with vanity mirror over the sink. The toilet was off to the side in front of the shower with a wall as a divider from the sink. The shower pressure was not the best, and the shower head didn't have a wide spread so it felt like I was a flower and a gardener was trickling water over me. And since the shower/tub floor had a textured feeling to keep you from slipping, if you decided to take a bath be warned! Don't try to scoot across it or else risk skinning your bottom. Lol. Didn't happen to me, but definitely has the potential. Also, there is a vent that doesn't really suck out any of the steam in the bathroom so if you shut the door, you're in an instant sauna once you finish your hot shower. And don't be startled if you hear a loud whoosh! Sound late at night, it's just the incredibly loud toilet flushing. Every person who used their toilet, I could hear it flush! Not attractive.
Casino (2.5/5 stars):
Didn't really play the slots here, but did walk around and it seemed to have updated machines. Only problem is if you have sensitive smelling or breathing conditions, I wouldn't suggest walking through it. Just getting off the elevators from our room to the food court area adjacent to the casino I was already having a coughing fit from all the smoke. Their ventilation system isnt good.
Overall, I give Monte Carlo 3.5 stars rounded up to 4 because their customer service is phenomenal. The clerk at check in was kind, personable, and quick. The cleaning staff is nice and on time. We changed out our towels a couple times and had our bed sheets changed once, they were great. Also, the bell hop and valet people were friendly and courteous. They never acted like they needed to be tipped, like many others I've experienced. But generally appreciated their helping us out. That's what makes a hotel good: a hardworking, respectful staff.
Don't be afraid to stay here because of some of the negative feedback by some yelpers (hey, even five star hotels have their share of horror stories). For it's price and LOCATION on the strip, it is definitely a great value hotel. I would stay here again.
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