This is one of the better Strip hotels, and I would definitely consider staying there again. The full service casino is very business-like and straight forward. I like it because it's a good size: not too large to get lost in, yet it has everything you need. Even on weekends, there are enough $5 tables for the smaller spenders. The Sports Book is also adequate and spacious, although the tv's focus on horseracing. (It'd be nice if they showed more baseball, or other, games.) The few dealers I met weren't particularly friendly, so don't count on being entertained by them. They just deal (and take your money). The clientele is also business-like; go to the Hard Rock if you want a real Vegas "scene." You won't find it here. The gaming facilities are clean, modern and in good shape.

As for the rest of the hotel:

1) It's perfectly situated in the middle of the strip. Most of the other major strip attractions (Bellagio hotel, Gameworks, NY/NY roller coaster, the new Paris and Venetian ho



Recommended: Yes