Have stayed at the GN twice in the last two years. It has failed to disappoint each time. It is incredibly impressive how so much is crammed into such a small footprint (compared to the strip). The restaurants our fantastic, including Vic and Anthony's a premium steakhouse. The gambling is part old Vegas and part strip. The dealers are professional and helpful and the attitude of the entire staff is nice and welcoming.
My adult son and i enjoy the downtown location because other casinos are a mere short walk away. Downtown is getting its own bar and restaurant scene making it a tough choice to venture to the strip. '
During the summer, the pool can be crowded - but it is a stop all its own because of the shark tank. A water slide through the shark tank!
Highly recommend the GN for a true Las Vegas experience without the hassle or up charge of the strip.