Check in via the email they send you before you arrive. It's way faster then waiting in line when you get there because they have two lines to wait in and the per-checking line is way shorter. The strip view room is OK. It's really not a strip view. All you see is the valet, the pool, a partial view of the MGM & the aria tram. The room is all high-tech. You have a tablet that you can control all the lights, curtains, etc. You can use T.V remote to control too. Things to know: No fridge, Coffee, or tea in room. Bring Your own if you can. The have a mini bar but do not store anything in it $35 daily fee if you do. The king bed & pillows are way to soft. Security guard asks for room key before you can go up to room so get one for all parties staying. See what's is playing at the JEWEL Nightclub downstairs before you book your stay. Jason Derulo & Iggy Azalea were playing that date so that will give you an idea who you will be seeing around ;) downstairs and on elevator. Valet parking overnight is $17/night. If you call front desk, house keeping, or bell desk get ready to wait at least 20min. Batteries were dead in everything T.V remote, in room tablet iPad.