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| - I really do love the Venetian. I have heard some other people complain about it and I don't quite get it. I think the rooms are very nice and very big, and also well-maintained. They are pricey and they do nickel and dime you for everything (namely room upgrades) but I enjoy staying here, even without upgrades.
It is a bit of a factory as far as check in goes. You arrive, have the option of giving bags to the valet, line up to check in, tromp to your room, etc. but they have so many people coming in that I actually appreciate an organized process. The property is big and sprawling and confusing (as all big casinos trying not to let you leave are) but once you spend some time here, you get to know your way around.
They have a lot of restaurant options, most of them quite pricey, and some shopping which is definitely not the best in Las Vegas. But, when it is super hot outside, I do enjoy strolling along the fake canals.
I also enjoy their sports book even though it is not the biggest or best in Las Vegas. The book takers and the bar staff in the sports book are very friendly and helpful. I also think that the dealers at the tables at the Venetian are very friendly. I admit that I have only played craps here but the friendly dealers have been responsible for keeping me at the table even after the minimums have been raised to more than I want to bet.
I also think the decor of this casino is very nice. And, we actually ordered room service once and it was great. I like the big bathrooms with two sinks, the big tub, the toiletries and the bath robes. It's also cool to have three LCD TVs in each room. You can watch TV while taking a shower - I totally did this!
I will definitely stay here again. The only thing I really don't like is that it's pretty pricey for everything here. If it was a little cheaper, I'd be in heaven (and they'd get five stars).
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