Description: Enter into a hotel with a high end vibe but not a high end price tag! The opulent lobby features marble flooring and beautiful chandeliers with an airy open feel. This property located on the south end of the strip features a guest pool, spa, wedding chapel, salon, barber shop, fitness center, arcade (great for teens and children), business center, valet, shopping, restaurants, food court with a Starbucks, Lance Burton Theater, and of course a casino. I did like the location as it was close to MGM and New York New York. There is also a CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens with in a short walking distance which is great for picking up snacks, sunscreen, and whatever else you might need.
Our room was located on the 30th floor with a magnificent view of the Strip. (Note: When making your reservation or checking in, inquire about a strip view room. We paid an extra $10 a night but it was well worth it. Non smoking floors are also available.) The room we stayed in was standard size with king bed. The bed was comfortable and the linens soft. An extra pillow was placed inside the armoire.
The bathroom was fairly large with marble flooring and counters. The tub/shower is standard size with no frills. If you are looking forward to relaxing in a long, hot bath, you might want to inquire about an upgraded room.
The room came equipped with Internet access (extra charge) and an in room safe (no extra charge). The TV had a few basic cable channels with movies and more popular shows at a charge.
We did not use most of the amenities offered other than the pool. The pool area has a "Lazy River" in which you float around on an inflatable tube. These tubes are rented to you for $12 a day. I recommend running over to CVS or Walgreens and buy your own swimming tube. You can always deflate it to pack or give it away when you check out. However, there is no extra charge to swim in the pool.
If you are looking for breathtaking views, keep in mind that there is construction going on all four sides of the hotel. The new City Center is being built next door that will feature condos, hotels rooms, shopping, etc. No matter which room you choose, chances are you will still see some of the construction going on. This also puts a damper on parking as they are in the midst of building a new parking garage. If you do drive or rent a car, I suggest you use the valet but keep in mind the line for the valet can get quite long. Especially on a Friday or Saturday night. If at all possible, have your car parked and walk the Strip or take the monorail located at MGM. You will avoid the long valet lines as well as the bumper to bumper traffic on the Strip.
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