I travelled as a last minute trip to Vegas and stumbled across this hotel online. i was somewhat weary having read the reviews on this site and also as the price was less than £20 per night, but all the same figured I'd give it a bash for a two night stay.
First of all, without any disrespect to any previous reviews, but if you are paying such a low fee, how can you expect The Ritz??? I took a cab to this hotel from McCarren International Airport, and it cost me $17 door to door. I was amazed on arrival at how close this hotel is to everything. It looks out directly onto the Excalibur Hotel and the new York New York hotel with its rollercoaster. The South end of the Strip where many attractions are is literally a 5 minute walk across the car park. Fabulous Location!!!!
The staff on reception were most welcoming and most helpful on my arrival, and advised me immediately of the $5.50 service fee required to be paid on check out, so no hidden surprises. I had to leave a $50 deposit using my card, refundable (less the service fee) on checkout, or if you have no card its $100 cash - still refundable minus the service fee.
I was given my key and found my room. Expecting the worst, I opened the door and was thrilled that I trusted my judgement to book this accommodation. Yes, its basic, and by that I mean no Ironing Board, No tea and coffee facilities, No Wifi - but it was Very Clean and very very comfortable, Completely air conditioned, and well maintained. Huge big colour TV, Nice clean en suite bathroom and telephone to make and receive calls. The room locked from the inside, both with the door lock and key chain and was very secure.
The pool is clean and pleasant, as is the jacuzzi and open very late, though I didnt get chance to use the jacuzzi.
I had no problems leaving my belongings in my room whilst going out, though I did hide my money, as I do in any hotel that I stay in. I had two great nights sleep here in the HUGE clean comfortable bed, and was bid a very sincere good bye by the staff on checking out. Previous reviews state that hookers were near by in the area??? I cant comment as I never saw any, (though you only have to walk down the strip to be hounded by men and women trying to give you free porn and call girl cards) and the area in which the hotel is situated in didn't appear dodgy at all.
If its luxury you want, go across the street and stay at the Excalibur and pay a couple of hundred dollars a night, otherwise this place is simply ideal for couples, singles or families.
Also, its convieniently located for gay travellers in the area, being close to several of Las Vegas' gay clubs and bars.
A fantastic, cheap way of spending some time in Vegas and enjoying ALL it has to offer at a very low price. Would 110% stay here again.