I give this place 4 stars because of the good value for the excellent location. The hotel overall is 3 or 3.5 stars on the typical hotel scale but the price for the location is a bonus star. Rooms are average size for the strip with a small bathroom. Pretty basic as far as room decor and furnishings. Make sure you book early or on Vegas.com to get a rate. I would never pay more than $70 during the week or $120 weekends.
I have stayed here twice now. It is a perfect venue if you are looking to party and drink like crazy with friends. If you're looking for luxury, maybe the GO rooms, but I'd do another hotel if that's what you are after
The casino has a distinct smell... the odor of air freshener mixed with carpet cleaner and smoke. Not obnoxious... but it just makes me laugh every time I walk in. I could pick out this place with my eyes closed. The size of the casino is average for the strip but it's entirely possible to get lost walking around. Most everyone is having a good time in the casino. You can find $10 tables most times of the day, except weekend evenings. Did I mention the smell?
I've walked in the pool area once and it looks great. The buffet is entirely adequate. Sports book is smallish with a few dozen comfy leather chairs.