Shoutout to Fanny H. for booking our one-bedroom junior suite for this recent Vegas trip. It was my first time staying at Elara and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
The hotel reminds me of Vdara. Super swanky, new, and less smokey due to the lack of casinos. It's connected to Miracle Mile and Planet Hollywood, so staples such as Earl's and Fat Tuesdays are only a stumble away.
The room was spacious with us managing to fit nearly 15 people in some fashion. I particularly enjoyed the hot tub inside the bedroom. It can fit 3-4 folks for a good ol pool party inside your very own space. The large kitchen was an added treat and really allowed us to pre-game properly before heading out.
My only real gripe with the room was the bathroom setup. The glass door for the toilet (while shading out the actual toilet seat) was a bit awkward. You saw feet every time somebody was present.
Security was interesting since you were required to actually insert your room key with the man downstairs. Not a huge issue, but can be awkward if you are attempting to have a lot of people enter at once. Just smile and walk with confidence.
The pool was probably the best part of our stay. As a group, we ended up reserving a cabana. The catch? You just needed to spend $200 in food and drinks, and the shade was yours. Our spot was directly in front of the hot tub and next to the showers and toilets. What more could you ask for? With a large group, it was a steal.
Elara was a fantastic experience and I would recommend it for anyone wishing to stay in a comfortable, clean, and convenient location. The three Cs work! For the price we paid, we couldn't have gotten a better deal... maybe an upgrade in the future.