I stayed at the El Cortez from 4/17 - 4/22. My family and friends tried to warm me about the hotel and location but all their fears were unfounded. We found the room our Jacuzzi suite to be clean, comfortable and no detail was overlooked. The desk staff were very professional and helpful. The entire staff was great, from security opening the door, housekeeping getting us an item we forgot to pack and so much more. The valets were outstanding providing quick and friendly service.
Once I was to meet family across town, the valet provided me quick and simple directions to my destination while avoiding rush hour traffic on the freeway. The casino was smoky, but no more so than any other off strip casino. The slots were not as loose as we would have liked, and the cocktail hostess was apparently busy elsewhere. In fact, we did not have a single drink served us by the hostess all week. We found the gift shop to be well stocked with quality merchandise at a good value. We only ate at Kittie's Cafe once and the food was good and a good value. Again, the staff was very friendly and efficient. We plan to visit the El Cortez again and again.