Description: The last time I came to Vegas I was on a budget; so I decided to try the Rio out since they had the best rate at the time. I know the Rio has been around for a very long time, so I was expecting an outdated resort. I must say that this hotel far exceeded my expectations. The resort was very updated and I was surprised to learn that all rooms at this hotel were suites. This hotel boasts a friendly and very accommodating staff. I requested a strip view room and the clerk told me that it was an additional $10.00 per night usually, but that she would upgrade me for free. She then also gave me a coupon book loaded with discounts and freebies for its sister properties. One of the freebies was 2 tickets for free admissions to The Eiffel Tower at Paris which was a $30.00 value. Other freebies were free drinks, free automobile museum tickets, and buy one/get one buffets. When I got to our room, I was very impressed. It was more than 600 square feet of modern and spacious luxury, including a separate dressing area, couch, 32-inch TV, table with chairs, hairdryer, in-suite refrigerator, iron, ironing board and complimentary in-suite safe. The floor to ceiling windows provided an excellent panoramic view of the Las Vegas strip. The food at this hotel is amazing and priced just right. The buffet was superb and is probably the best I've eaten at in Vegas and only $24.00! From pizza to omelets, sushi to Tappan yaki, fresh carved meats to Asian barbecue, the Carnival World Buffet offers numerous distinct dining experiences from around the world featuring live-action cooking right before your eyes guaranteeing freshness and top quality. This hotel has two exciting nightclubs, four pools, a world-class spa and a beach and lagoon all to itself, the Rio has all the amenities you need for your stay in Vegas. In the casino, energetic dancers in exotic masks and costumes throw beads into the crowd from 7pm to midnight. Clowns and acrobats help boost the energy. There is also a multi-level main stage on the casino floor with a live band to provide the music for the show. The show is about 20 minutes long. Try going to the upper level for a good view of the action. You can also get in on the action yourself; for $12.95 you can get into costume and ride the floats. On Monday to Wednesday there is no Show in the Sky, but a Latin band performs on the Masquerade Village Stage. I highly recommend a stay at the Rio!
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