I don't think I can overstate how much more superior The Cosmopolitan is compared to the other hotels on the Strip.
I tried Jaleo's, best Spanish restaurant I have ever been to.
I saw the Boulevard pool, sweet view of Vegas Blvd., nice private cabanas, and pool tables.
Easy access to Garage and no annoying front garage troll dude that you have to stop for.
Elegant design, even the conference areas have nice artwork to prevent the look of a long boring corridor with repetitive patterns.
I don't know why anybody wouldn't try to stay here first before exploring alternatives.