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| - This is one of those Casino's that magically popped up. Vegas is such a crowded strip that when casino's get built they are usually large, gaudy and everyone knows it's coming. Now granted I used to come to Vegas 10 times a year for years. I also took quite a bit of time from vacationing here and so by the time I got to stay here it's was established. Caesars has historically been known for shopping in Vegas, but the Miracle Mile of shops gives them a run for their money because of the variety and that all the shopping isn't just for women or fashionistas. I actually found some cool shops and not just a bunch of brand name designer shops predominantly patroned by women.
Over the years my love for poker has died and I no longer play, except for ideal situations and Vegas isn't one of them. My love for craps has also waned, but my blackjack is in my blood and I still enjoy playing it, especially here. For me it's not the amount it's the vibe. Yea I usually stick to smaller amounts, but I don't mind the min amounts because I like the ambiance. The waitress' aren't any nicer, faster or better, but the feeling I get when playing here is something special and I make a point to play here when I'm in town.
The rooms are a little too themed for me. They are large and comfortable the 2 top priorities, but aside from sleeping and getting ready I spend very little time here. It could be cleaner, but it was acceptable. Since it's right on the strip and in the middle of it the room views are excellent. The hotel itself isn't towering so most rooms are pretty easy to get to and I can make quick trips outside easily. I find the room pricing to be a bit much with few specials. I get flyers and e-mails from many of the other larger casino's frequently, but not here. I no longer drive to Vegas and this being in the middle they will try and gouge you to get here, unlike some of the southern casinos.
Gallery is a nice club to go to as a backup or if your able to go early to a better club and come here afterwards. It's the old Prive club revamped. I actually prefer coming here Thursdays versus weekends which can get packed, since the music is better than imo. Something I think all Vegas Clubs need to consider is the specialized music will draw more people than a new name or a new design. Will review separately as well.
As gimmicky as much of the hotel and decorations are if you stick to the table games areas you'll enjoy yourself. All slots areas are equally boring at all casino's, but leaving my room and going to the table games has an excellent view and vibe.
Spice Market is the buffet. It's not the biggest, not the best, not the more varied, but what is does have is diversity. As the name suggests they do quite a bit of ethnic foods here like curry, cous cous, KBBQ, Kabobs on top of the usual's. Price is ok, cleanliness is good, service is excellent, but the variety reminds me a bit of a global food court. Crab legs pre split is a real plus, but they could be fresher. No lobster though. Will review separately as well.
It's not the biggest or the best or the nicest or the newest and I almost want to give them 4 stars.
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