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| - Stayed March 23-27, 2017
4 1/2, STARS
Found a Groupon for $60 a night and met up with a friend who was in town for a convention at the end of the week.
What a beautiful resort. Located at the very north end of Vegas about a half hour drive to downtown Fremont and 30-45 minutes to the strip. It is a great getaway resort if you are looking to enjoy the casino and desert but not be inundated with all the crazy nightlife of the Strip and downtown!
The rooms are beautiful. Beds are very comfortable! We had two queens and plenty of room to walk about. There was a GIANT deep tub in the bathroom along with nice amenities, including a high powered hairdryer. Our view was ok..mostly of the roof, but if you looked beyond, the amazing painted desert landscape and mountains were phenomenal. Next time I'd probably request a better room with a view of the pool to watch sunset. Our friends had a king room but only had a shower. However their view from the 6th floor was much better. So if a bathtub is a must, be sure to request.
No coffee maker and although there was a mini fridge, it was not plugged in nor set well in the dresser. Also no microwave. However they did offer free coffee, tea and daily newspaper downstairs until noon.
Maid service came everyday and was very thorough. We saw them steam cleaning hall carpets and vacuuming. The place smelled nice and smoking in the hotel (at least on our floor and room) was prohibited, which was awesome for me, the non smoker!
We were always greeted with smiles by all the staff! Everyone was so friendly and you can tell they liked their jobs.
The pool is beautiful. Ranging up to 4 ft deep. Heated and salt water! There is always a lifeguard on duty when open and security when pool closes. I wish hours were later. Pool and hot tub close at 6 (at least when we visited). But the lounge area remained opened after pool hours and is very comfortable and relaxing, decorated with dark wood times and thick burnt orange cushions. Cabanas are available for an additional fee (again, it was empty and not needed when we visited). But are very nice. There is a poolside bar where you can order drinks and food. And a public restroom in close vicinity to pool.
The casino has everything from penny poker, keno, slots, black jack and up with a designated high roller area. (I did not visit) a non smoking bingo hall. Plus all the card and dice games.
Cocktail service was often. The staff again was friendly. One lady, uggh I'm drawing a blank, something with a B, came around and set us up with players cards around 1 in the morning while we were playing penny video poker (really a dollar with max bet, but hey I was winning, thus not counting!) She was GREAT! Walked us through the process step by step.
Also they have a variety of quick bite eateries,a TGI FRIDAY'S, fine dining and a buffet. Loved my Philly cheese steak at Johnny Rockets. Chili cheese kraut dig was ok at Nathan's. Service was exceptional at buffet but food was less than desirable. And it's never eat at TGI FRIDAY'S again.
And if all that is not enough, they have a Spa and gym which we did not use, but looked beautiful.
And the movie theater (Regal) was ok. We saw Beauty and the Beast. They had problems with sound for the first 5 minutes. Thankfully it was fixed. You can't bring outside food or drink in (even if night two minutes before in the casino). Which irks me...But oh well.
So in a nutshell, this place has so much to offer! Close to Red Rock Nature Preserve. We were not successful getting an Uber the one night we needed it..so don't count on that. But if you have a car or just are looking for a great relaxing time away... this place is a great pick! I know there are many great options in Vegas, and this one is definitely on the list!
Additional shout out to LATIQUE from the Salted Lime who was our bartender two nights while gambling at the bar. She's an asset to the company, the property, the casino and I'm giving her the well deserved praise she earned for her awesomeness as both an employee and a human being! Happy..energetic..friendly.. positive.... just can't say enough great things about her! Plus she's just a great bartender! Kudos to management for finding such a diamond! Don't loose her!
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