We LOVE the Grand and stay a few times a year. It has been our choice for the last few years. Others have figured it out too and now it is busier, but we still have a great time. The rooms are just right- comfortable and clean. Though that half glass wall doesn't keep the water in the shower, the bathrooms are fine. I do wish you put refrigerators in rooms though.
I am going to miss S&O (I like the street name reference).WIll reserve judgement of the new restaurant once it is complete. I think they could do something great with the Mob Bar area because everyone has to walk back that way to get to the elevators. Wish they could figure that out.
The POOL is AWESOME!! Though I wish the water was not so cold, we still spend all day out there. Sometimes there are too many kids, but what can you do. The ladies are ALL so helpful and quick with their service. One thing I notices this year is that some locals were camped out. That was a bit weird.
We enjoy the tables a lot! They are busy but not packed. We spent hours playing Blackjack the last time we were there. I don't have much luck on the slots anymore, but that doesn't stop me from throwing in a few bucks.
Thanks for the great times Grand. We'll see you soon!