The best thing about New York New York is the Players Club. Which is a card the records your play (i.e. time at the table, average bet). New York New York is linked with MGM and it is like half the strip, where you can make comps (freebies like accommodations, services, shows, and food).
NY NY has a great atmosphere, and we have visited and stayed there many times, for 2 weekends we never left the hotel! They have great NY style Pizza, a yummy Mexican restaurant, delicious Chinese food, a high end Irish pub, and fabulous steak house. Also if you and your significant other/friend/family member gamble be sure to link players club accounts to crew comps more quickly!
If you bring the kids there is a great game room that is set up like a boardwalk, and you can not forget the roller coaster!
Be sure to get the coupon book wen you sign in at the hotel!