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| - I'm betting you only see 5 stars above, but if you squint really hard, you may see the actual 10 stars that I have assigned the Palazzo.
First, let's talk service. From the moment you arrive, you will feel pampered. There is an expediter at check in, quietly ensuring that the process is smooth and pleasant. When you head to the pool, someone is eager to lay your towels out for you, and someone else is handing you ice water, and a third employee is giving you a sliced orange. When your visit is (alas) over, you'll be pleased to know that check-out is a delightful breeze. Is the bill incorrect? The error is fixed instantly, without even a moment's hesitation.
Now, on to the rooms. The bathroom is marble and makes you feel like an Art Deco movie star. The living room area is great for lounging after a long day, featuring a squishy sectional sofa, coffee table and ottoman. When you finally go to bed, after having watched the sunset, you'll sleep deliciously--the bed is comfortable, the pillows are great, and there is no noise whatsoever. None.
The next morning, start your day in one of the multiple pools and hot tubs scattered throughout the landscaped garden. Some are in shade and some are in sun, so--whichever you prefer--you'll be happy.
The location is slightly more isolated than a mid-Strip hotel, but that's fine. There's plenty to do and good transit access. The Palazzo and the Venetian blend together seamlessly, providing for several hours of entertainment without having to brave the 100 degree heat outside. The Venetian contains a handy-dandy Walgreens, but if you need more, there's a skybridge to the mall across the street and the Deuce stop is right in front of the Palazzo.
Also nifty is that, as a hotel guest, you can skip the line, the bouncer and the cover charge at the attached Venetian's Tao club.
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