I really like almost everything about the Aria (Todd English being the exception, see review!) I haven't stayed here at the hotel yet, so this is a review on pretty much everything else. All the reasons to come:
-the mall-its huge and smells good. Visually it's artsy and it's extra clean. The stores are all high end so for me, it's a nice air conditioned space to walk thru to get to the Aria.
-the casino- they always have fun slots which are what I love to gamble on. I won $550 so I think the casino is lucky! It's a great, open space with good cocktail service. MLife players card will only help you, so sign up!
-the restaurants- with the exception of the below par service at Todd English, i love the food offerings at the Aria. The buffet is great and also the chocolate shop is great for souvenirs. I even got a birthday cake for a friend there and it was beautiful (review to follow). I also ate at five50 the pizza place which was really good but had terrible service.
-The location- it's at a great space on the strip close to other great hotels like the cosmo, bellagio, monte carlo, etc.
The hotel staff has always been nice and helpful. The whole hotel is super classy, clean and inviting. You should definitely come visit!