Editor Pick
HGVC on the Las Vegas Strip
- May 14, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
Dagnasty from Marlboro, New Jersey
My Wife and I stayed for five nights using our Hilton timeshare points. Our friends joined us. We stayed in a 'penthouse' suite in Tower 2 on the 32nd floor. Our friends stayed in a regular suite on the 8th. Penthouse level rooms have upgraded amenities including larger flat screen TVs, Bose 5.1 surround sound, cathedral ceilings, multiple jets in the shower, and Jacuzzi jets in the tub.
From our room, we could see the MGM, the Wynn, Palms, Rio, and others. The rooms facing the strip have a limited view of Las Vegas Blvd. because of a high-rise condo tower next door. The higher floors of the next new towers might offer a better view.
The hotel is quiet even with construction across the street. The rooms are dark when the curtains are closed. The A/C was not noisy. All the kitchen features you expect from any HGVC were available. The hot water is instantly very hot! Water pressure is great.
My only problem was the Bose system would turn itself on at random times. Engineering service arrived within seven minutes of my call. Apparently Bose 5.1 units can interfere with each other if their radio signals overlap. They changed my base system to use a different radio frequency, and the problem was resolved. If you return late at night, you may have to park farther from the doors. A new parking structure is currently being built.
The pool area seemed smaller than other HGVC properties we've stayed at. I'm only guessing if Hilton will build additional pools when the new towers are built. The fitness center is very good; its hours are from 6am to 10pm.
The convenience store was comfortably stocked, and had good prepared deli foods. The line for coffee at the deli gets pretty long in the mornings, even though you get Starbucks coffee packets in the room for the coffeemaker. The ladies didn't use the day spa, but it had nice decor and listed all services you'd expect. Lunch by the pool was very good, and reasonably priced. Standard fare, apps, sandwiches, burgers, salads, mixed drinks, etc.
Security is very noticeable and pleasant at this hotel; it was very comforting. The concierge service is quite capable of helping you book a tour or show. They did provide us with some excellent restaurant tips. They have a special Japanese-speaking desk for Japanese travelers. Free 802.11b Wi-Fi in this hotel. But watch out for Internet and printing fees in the business center. Read the fees and instructions carefully!
They are still selling timeshares at this hotel. They have two offices onsite, one for existing owners, and one for potential buyers. In my opinion, this is the nicest Hilton property in Vegas.
(aka TumbleWyed on the net)
From journal Vegas, Fun for Big Kids
HGVC on the Las Vegas Strip
- April 24, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
danowens79 from Lemon Grove, California
Very nice, new. We traveled with the whole family; six people (teens).
The pools were not crowded and the strip was a short walk. The Sahara and Wynn casinos were across the street.
The HGVC resort has easy parking, even with the construction continuing on the additional towers.
From journal Weekend in Las Vegas
Our Honeymoon
- April 22, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
The room was very clean. However, the bathtub drained slowly and we didn't have much hot shower water. The pool is beautiful. On our wedding day, a bellhop sreamed at our limo driver for pulling up to the door to drop us off. I called for a manager when we got to our room and our call was returned in 5 mins. We won't return but that's just because of how the bellhop put a bad taste in our mouth on the happiest day of our life.
Our Honeymoon
- April 22, 2007
- Rated 4 of 5 by
a traveler from Travelocity.com
The room was very clean. However, the bathtub drained slowly and we didn't have much hot shower water. The pool is beautiful. On our wedding day, a bellhop sreamed at our limo driver for pulling up to the door to drop us off. I called for a manager when we got to our room and our call was returned in 5 mins. We won't return but that's just because of how the bellhop put a bad taste in our mouth on the happiest day of our life.