onedohfan's profile and reviews

My stay was from Dec. 2 through 7. Like many others I wasn't sure what to expect after reading some reviews. I almost canceled before I left as I feared the hotel had really gone down hill. But I booked 3 months in advance and could not find as good a deal on the strip. I decided that if it indeed was bad, I would just stay somewhere else. 2 days before I left I checked availability and rates at other hotels just in case. But it wasn't necessary.

I had a very late flight so check in wasn't a problem. Only one person in line in front of me. I was disappointed to find that I was only on the 3rd floor. But it was more important how clean the room was. I was VERY relieved to find the room clean and in order. Bathroom was a little worn, but the hotel is 10 years old. Still, you would think a hotel with a supposed 4 star rating could afford to put a new faucet in rooms where needed. But it worked so it wasn't a problem. The marble in the bathroom was all shiny and clean. I was pleased with the room.

Since I was on the 3rd floor I didn't have a nice view of anything. Overlooked a roof (parking garage?) and could see the back of the New York New York. But it didn't bother me. Yes there was construction noise. But I always travel with ear plugs anyway. Sometimes the other people on the floor are more noisy than construction sounds. So earplugs are a staple when I travel.

I tried both the Cafe and the Buffet at the Monte Carlo. I had the stuffed French toast one morning in the Cafe and it was excellent. I saw previous reviews that said the buffet was awful. People must be very picky eaters or they shouldn't be eating at buffets. Everything was hot and delicious. I was surprised at the number of options available, American, Mexican, Asian. Salad bar was fresh and desserts plentiful.

Overall I was very satisfied with my stay and glad I didn't change it before I left. You can't beat the location. Very close to most major hotels. I enjoy the walk on the strip to the other hotels.

I stayed in May 2005. I couldn't find anyone to travel with at the time and wanted a good bargain since I wouldn't be sharing the cost.

I was hesitant about the hotel brand in a city like Vegas. I was very pleasantly surprised. It is an easy walk to the strip, just a few blocks from the Tropicana. The rooms were plain and basic but extremely clean. Their staff was very helpful. They had a nice pool. I had a room toward the front of the property. I'm not sure about the rear rooms. The hotel is only 2 stories but with 600 (?) rooms it is spread out over a few blocks.

My brother and his wife want to go this year and I'm trying to convince them to stay there. I'm hoping the property has been well maintained since last year. With all the money we would save on a room, we can eat, drink and gamble a lot more.