I'm surprised this place doesn't have more stars...we had a good stay here. We've never stayed downtown before so we're not sure what to expect. We did want to try something new, the strip can get pretty boring when you regularly go. The Downtown Grand was in a great location. Its renovated, modern and clean. The gaming areas were free of garbage and the air was fresh...none of that smoke smell that has permeated some of the other older casinos in town. I was a little worried when we got to the room and noticed they placed ear plugs in the night stand, it can get pretty loud out on the street but it wasn't a huge bother. Bed and pillows were comfy and the bathroom was updated and clean. For $69, it beat most of the hotels I've stayed at on strip and I've stayed at all of them. If you're looking for something a little different and a great alternative to being at the strip, I would absolutely check this place out.