I am definitely going to have to disagree with the rave reviews. I guess it depends on what you are looking for. I stayed at the Cosmopolitan and have to say that the Stratosphere is..ghetto. Cheap looking. The same applies for the lounge. It does have a nice view, but it is not worth going there for it. It is far from the main strip. I would also point out that the restaurant adds a 25% gratuity to each check- so the "great" prices are not so great. The appetizer menu is sub par. For a bit more, you can enjoy the upscale ambiance, service and convenience associated with the high end bars in the best hotels on the Strip.