One word: outstanding! Our stay began with Kyle at the front desk offering an upgrade. We had originally booked a City Corner Suite, but were upgraded to a 55th floor 1 Bedroom Penthouse. Wow! The view was spectacular and my wife and I were suitably impressed. The suite had a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, a living room, dining area, and a bedroom. We were treated like VIPs throughout our stay and the housekeeping was immaculate.
Staying at Vdara gave us a break from the zaniness of The Strip casinos. It's quiet, and there weren't any drunks yelling in the hallways. If you want that atmosphere it's easily accessible with a short walk. However, we like to escape it when we want some rest and the Vdara provided that special place.
This was our best visit to Vegas and it all started at the Vdara. Kudos to the staff and especially Kyle for going the extra mile. I will definitely be going back!