A naked person pissing in a fountain is the mascot of this place now - I much preferred the green little people of the old Fitz. I feel more confident with the luck of the Irish on my side.
Mannekin Pis - just as crazy as that new mascot for the old Saharah. Some gold blob. I don't like all these changes. Well, the Fitzgerald went through lots of changes and cleaning up/ renovations in 2012. All the bones are the same: pool, garage, tower... but the decorating and carpet and decor is all new.
It feels new. That contemporary look that people apparently go for... I don't know about you but I actually prefer my casinos a bit dark and cigarette smoke filled.
I've always admired the layout of this particular hotel - particularly how the tucked the parking garage under the tower just to perfection as was done with much newer places. No need to have that useless walk and odd tunnels from the garage to the hotel.
Downtown a fun place to be. Action packed and a more cozy feeling than The Strip. Prices are lower and Fremont Street is looking better than ever. The Plaza also went through a drastic remodel with Furniture from the FountainBleu - a resort that never came to be.
Word on the street is that odds are much better downtown than on the strip too when it comes to the casinos and slot machines. Look closely for payouts on blackjack if you intend to play for any significant amount of time. Lower table limits and better odds are what you are likely to find.