Great video! The highlight of my second time in Vegas (from Scotland) was NYNY. Such a great crowd of folk at the gambling table and, as a solo traveller, really appreciated that and it made a great first impression. After watching your NYNY room review, will definitely stay there when I return (hopefully soon). All the best from across the pond..
Just my opinion but I think the Horseshoe is a great value. Right across from the Bellagio & Caesars Palace, ill admit rooms arent the nicest but they do come with a mini fridge to store some drinks. Considering how its one of the cheaper place on the strip I think its a great value
Yes to NYNY. It has enough theming to make you feel like you’re in Vegas and the vibes are fun. We were there on a Sunday night in July and bar in the middle of the casino was going nuts with a DJ and dancing. It makes the atmosphere feel fun, not stuffy.
If you are a MGM Rewards member you will get e-mails for 3-5 nights free at most of their properties. You do have to pay resort fees and an outrageous parking fee, but still much cheaper than paying for a room (plus those fees) elsewhere.
I think getting the MGM credit card is worth it if you drive since you are automatically moved to pearl status and get free parking on any MGM property.
Cosmo felt like that. Very nice rooms, the wicked spoon and it had a very appealing vibe. It’s been a few years but I enjoyed it back then. They also give good discounts after you stay there. They would constantly send out discounts for me to stay again. In fact one was a complimentary night free and it was great! Hope that helps good luck!
Can't believe it didn't make the list but Ballys (Horseshoe) is my favorite "bang for ur buck" hotel, the resort rooms are as cheap as 70$ a night and the rooms are huge. The rooms are renovated with really nice bathrooms and the casino just recently got renovated too. The location is amazing smack dab in the middle of it all. Only con is the pool is super meh
Excellent review. Crisp, concise, and so informative. I learned more from your one video than I have by watching multiple videos on other channels. A-plus. 😀
Glad that Park MGM got an honorable mention! My best friend and I stayed there and got 3 comped nights so we only paid the resort fee - so worth it! Clean, beautiful property with easy access to Bellagio and Aria on the tram
@@jmksw636 complementary so free nights! They sometimes give the offer just for having an MGM account so highly recommend making an account and watching for deals. The comped nights are usually for weeknights so if you go for a few nights you can do mid week into the weekend
I’ve stayed at Luxor and NYNY. Great experiences at both, but yes, at Luxor you’ll be doing quite a lot of walking depending on where your room is. I remember being so hungry but so tired that I was struggling to get out of bed and make the trek out to their food court. 😅 As for NYNY, it was just perfect for me. Like you said, it gets quite a lot of action, but since it’s not at the center of the strip it doesn’t get the crazy party scene (which I am definitely not a part of). Plus, it’s right next door to the T-Mobile Arena. I usually visit Vegas to see a show or two, and I like to stay within walking distance.
Having stayed at NYNY, The Venetian, and Luxor, I can attest to all of that. This experience carries when I attend Vegas Golden Knights games at T-Mobile Arena, which is near NYNY.
After all the newer 'corporate' resorts popping up, actually kind of miss the theme hotels like luxor. Hopefully they can redo the property and stay alive.
I have been to Vegas many times and New York New York most recently. I found it to be perfect for my needs (Gambling and Rest). I would love for you to do a Parking in Vegas Video. I know the topic is not Sexy but it is helpful for out-of-towners to better decide where to stay. I watch both your channels and subbed here today. Thank you. You have some real talent, you are beautiful, and seem really kind.
I concur about the Sahara. However, you didn't mention that it is on the monorail line so use those MyVegas points for cheaper multi-day passes and have an easy way to center strip.
SO MANY Vegas vloggers sleep on the monorail!! Yes, you have to pay for it, but it is SO CONVENIENT if you like to hotel hop! Way cheaper than Uber, and you can get to just about everywhere (except Resorts World) within a reasonable walking distance. Also if you're driving... park at a place with free parking like Westgate and monorail the rest of the way.
The first place I stayed was the Luxor in the Pyramid. We had a massive room but I did not enjoy my stay at all. After staying at many different hotels in Vegas, this was right at the bottom. Planet Hollywood has seen me 2x and highly recommend to my friends. The location is great and the suites are clean and well kept. The whole place is great for dining. I have heard great things about Resorts World and will definitely try it out. They have to get rid of the resort fees,especially for those who never use them. I heard good things about the renovated rooms. They always had good food choices. I did the roller coaster back in 2019. Dear Lord! Great review Ruby.
Thank you for showing The Luxor some love. I feel like it gets a lot of negative reviews due to its age and the other / newer higher-end hotels on the strip. I've stayed in The Luxor 7 out of the 8 times I've been to Vegas and its still my favourite 😍
Yea my room was nice in 2021 when I was there in the Pyramid section and I only paid $55. The reason I didn't stay at Circus Circus like I usually do is because a convention was in town and the rooms were too much money.
Great video, Ruby. I wish they would get rid of the resort fees or tell you upfront. Greetings from Columbus, Ohio, Happy New Year to you and your husband.
i have been to vegas about 24-25 times and i have stayed at almost every hotel. my favorite hotels if i am going with friends are Wynn, Venetian/Pallazo, Cosmopolitan and Vdara, if i am staying by myself i will do the Linc. i have learned after your 3-4 time everything you wanna tends to be center strip, anything south of aria or north of wynn is too out of the way to be convienent.. Linc is definately a great option, and perfect location. Vdara gets overlooked and every room has a full kitchen and washer and dryer. its often really cheap to stay at and if you have a family the kitchen and washer/dryer will save you a lot of money and hassle
I had a few nights at Park MGM recently and it was good, and so nice without the smoke, but the place I feel like I have had the best value at is the Tuscany Suites a bit off strip on East Flamingo. Perhaps not as much on the property in terms of dining options but there is plenty nearby, and I like the more relaxed vibe of this property.
My first time in Vegas last month I was at the park mgm and thought it was good for the price and yes the smoke free was good and I smoke and I didn't care about smoking inside the casino I probably preferred not to
Definitely agree about Luxor, it's pricing is how Vegas used to be! The only draw back for me is location with it being right at the bottom of the strip.
Stayed at the Linq this year, it's definitely a budget hotel with great location but for me I wouldn't recommend it unless you genuinely want to do it as cheap as possible. We stayed at Mirage just afterward for not too much more and that was way better.
Finally, someone who reviews the Luxor as a Best Value for Money Hotel on the strip! I totally agree, have stayed there 12 times and its the best value for money anywhere on the strip.
First time I heard someone talk good about Luxor as well recently. I was there as a kid with my parents like 30 years ago. Been to Vegas like 15 times since as an adult. But never went back there. May have to check it out in the future again.
I really enjoyed my last stay at Treasure island. The cvs on property came in clutch. Casino and pool were great and the monorail to mirage was nice. And of course free parking
Awesome review🎉👍😻. I left Flamingo after 22 years for the El Cortez. They made me VIP level after 4th stay. I don’t pay for early check in & they give you a complimentary ride to the airport ⭐⭐⭐. Young people need the strip & the light. I need loose slots 😆
1. Luxor 2. Planet Hollywood 3. The Linq (for party people) 4. Harrah's 5. Resorts World (Hilton), luxury on a budget 6. Sahara (on North strip) 7. Park MGM (non-smoking)
Of the hotels listed, I've stayed at Luxor and NYNY. At Luxor, I stayed in a Pyramid room, and it was HUGE. The location didn't bother me since the hotels in that part of the strip are so close to each other and connected. At NYNY, even though the room was smaller, the hotel was better overall. NYNY is one of my favorite hotels for dining (Venetian being the other one). Last time I was in Vegas, I stayed at MGM Grand but ate most of my meals at NYNY.
Bellagio with fountains view room is the only place to stay. Does not matter the size of a room. After busy day sitting and watching fountains, sipping wine - bliss. I personally would never stay in any other than that. We stayed in San Francisco in a hotel facing the same hotel windows, so no view - that was awful. When u do not know what u re missing it does not bother u. But when u have nowhere to look out of your window it suddenly becomes very important. And we did not stay in our room all the time either. But when u come after sightseeing it is nice to unwind.
I am surprised you didn't mention the Horseshoe. It doesn't have some of the advantages of the other hotels but is certainly on par with Planet Hollywood. However, the price starts weekdays at $35 a night standard room which is about 450sq. ft. and you dead-center strip. That means for under $85 including taxes and resort fees you can have a nice stay!
I stayed at Horseshoe when it was Bally's last time I was in vegas and it was awful. Although the room was big and the bathroom was pretty decent for a vegas hotel it took literally almost 10-15 minutes just to get to the strip every time. With them changing to horseshoe it may have improved but also a lot of dining was closed when I went there.
@@PokeMakie well I have stayed there for years. Yes,that is true but most big hotels it takes time to get to the Strip. Bellagio, Mirage and many more. They do want you to go through the casino. Horseshoe has a small selection of restaurants. Still does.
@@PokeMakie 10-15 mins hahaha that's nothing, why don't you stay at circus circus or the strat or something and see how long it takes to get to the main part of the strip. Also, you say every time, where you expecting a different result for the same journey each time? 😂
Planet Hollywood has awesome customer service. I ended up having a little car accident last time I was in Vegas, and OMG the people that work there are ANGELS 😇. They went above and beyond for me. And I love the hotel, everything you could need is a short walk away. I love them!
After this review, I may have to try the Luxor again. I'd heard it was getting old (at least the pyramid) but I have fond memories of Luxor because we stayed there on opening day. I hope they have improved the casino though. I haven't played there in years but I was never crazy about their casino floor.
They've been doing a lot of work there, rooms, lobby areas, etc. I am probably going to stay there later this year when we go back in November, will be there in a couple of weeks and we usually stay at the Flamingo (comps).
Just read a very negative review ot tne Luxor and she is of the opposite review. Who to believe. My take is to stay away from the Luxor due to musty smoke filled hallways and bed bugs.
I live in NC, have no plans to visit Las Vegas, but was recommended one of your videos yesterday and ultimately ended up binge watching about 5 hours of your content lol. I love your vibe and channel! 🌈
Planet Hollywood is great for proximity and food choices near by. Another plus is the Uber/Lyft stop there is not as bad of a haul to get to than the other hotels. I only wish the monorail stop was closer and you didn’t have to go 2 -3 hotels to jump on. Opted for view of the Bellagio fountains however beds were on opposite wall so you couldn’t see them from bed or any other seating in room (only if you stood at the window). Would have been worth the upgrade if your room is set up the other direction (which there are some). Also, there is a night club somewhere below nearby so that music bumping went until probably 2 am.
hi ruby ive just subscribed to your channel, nice to be onboard :) wow the hotels there are gigantic, we have nothing like this here in australia, im totally in awe, they are stunning :) i would love to holiday here, the lights just fasinate me, wow oh wow
A friend who has been to Vegas many times recommended your channel. Thank you so much for the great content, and I just booked my stay this spring at Planet Hollywood. It will be my first trip to Vegas-unreal I know. Thanks again!
Luxor’s one of my favorites. When I go to Vegas, I listen to Frank Sinatra’s 1979 Pyramids show from Egypt whenever I gamble there 🤑 Planet Hollywood is also a favorite because of Gordon Ramsay’s Burger Bar and the slots floor 🤑
My budget list is the Linq, The Signature and Casino Royale (which is often sold out for good reason.) I got a deal at MGM Grand for late January for super cheap, but no hotel fluctuates more between cheap and expensive than MGM. I had a lot of fun at NYNY pool though (just adults.) Honorable mention to Hampton Inn.
On october we went to the Casino Royale and the room was nice although it was on the ground floor and we have to leave the window screen closed (very sketchy and druggie people around)The casino itself and the surrounding were a bit sketchy and not very pleasant ut for the price and the location it was a decent choice
The shower pressure at Park MGM, formerly the Monte Carlo, has been very poor on several stays. Planet Hollywood is the ONLY Caesars property hotel left that has an oversized tub in a “standard” room.
These were all good hotels we considered! We became Pearl members for MGM on our honeymoon - coming back in April and going for gold! We ended up getting a spa suite with a comp night for our anniversary at MGM Grand - so that is what we are going to try next year!
Could you do a video on the Vegas hotels with most comfortable mattresses? I know it seems like, what's the big deal? But I went on vacation, one time and could not fall asleep because the mattress was basically like a slab of concrete with a sheet over it. I ended up having to line up the pillows and sleep over them. Quality sleep is important, even on vacation, or you will be cranky.
Good analysis. I’ve stayed at the Luxor several times and thought was fine. Because transportation to get up the strip is readily available, the location was not an issue.
All great choices. I think Luxor is a great location but not center strip. Easy access to Mandalay Bay, Excalibur, MGM Grand, NYNY and Tropicana (I hope they do something with Tropicana - it used to be fun)
We stayed in New York, New York, this past June for my girlfriend’s older sons wedding and had an absolute ball there… If you get a chance to go see the dueling pianos by all means it is an absolute blast
I would wish to stay at New York New York because of the theme and the hotel rooms seem okay the roller coaster seems fun to ride and the casino floor is awesome
Personally I am over the Strip. Surprising, I do like the M Resort. I know it’s in Henderson but I like the Vibe over there. It’s a smaller hotel and you don’t pay for parking.
My brother and I stayed at the Luxor for our very first trip to Vegas, and it really helped set the tone for our trip when we walked into the atrium and saw that impossibly huge open space in there. It was jaw dropping!
I have a feeling PH might be cutting back on their upgrades. I used to always get a nice upgrade, but I just stayed there two weeks ago... first time I ever got stuck with a standard room. AND THEY HAD SUITES AVAILABLE. I got an email the morning I checked in offering to charge me $40 for the upgraded room I usually get. (It was still a nice room though.) I tipped $20 and they bragged that they were giving me a room with a strip view. Still one of my favorite hotels... but I'm afraid they might be tightening the belt with upgrades.
We are seniors and go to NYNY during the school year, which cuts down on the kid factor. A GREAT selection of dining options and the rooms are fine, if not ultra deluxe. Going again in December for the PAC-12 championship, a tram and short walk away.
I just got back from Vegas. I always use my comp rooms with MGM, we stayed at Excalibur this time around, it was fine. But Park MGM and Luxor are my two favorite value hotels
Luxor is spot on for a great value. I agree with you. The tower is better than the pyramid, but for a different reason. While it’s fun to stay in the pyramid, beware that when the hotel is near capacity, the inclinators cannot keep up with the crowds, the lines are long. The inclinators are old and slow and many of them are broken. We were there on Labor Day, and the inclinator lines and wait times were intolerable. We switched to the tower for a slightly higher price, and they have several high-speed modern elevators, and even though the hotel was at capacity, there was never a line there. So I recommend a tower stay!
Great list, glad you mentioned Park MGM , we stayed there last month and loved it, I agree the non smoking is such a plus and the staff are amazing. Eatley is a huge plus as well. My favorite place on the Strip for my morning coffee is definitely Lavazzo.
I’m looking to book a group of rooms at NYNY for my 15th wedding anniversary and I’m glad this made the list for first timers! Technically I’ve been to Vegas but all before I turned 21 so I count this as my first real trip! 🎉
This vid convinced me to book the Luxor for my next trip to the Star Trek convention in Vegas. It's only $100 more for 4 nights than the Rio, and it's definitely worth $100 not to have to stay at the Rio again lol.
I’ve been subscribed for a couple years now and I love watching your videos. I love how real you are. I’m going to Vegas soon and I’m literally studying your videos. Thanks for the content and can’t wait to see what comes next this year for your channel.
Love your videos!! I got that bell ringing! 😂 I miss Vegas so much and am planning trips, really appreciate your efforts to share info and experience! You're awesome!!! Keep it UP in 2023!!! 🎉
Great video Ruby! We love both NY NY and Park MGM. Park MGM has a slight edge because of the over 18 pool area, less kids and Eataly. But the casino at NY NY is the best, we always win there and the vibe is excellent.
Great job, Ruby! But I have to say that you didn’t have Mandalay Bay on your list. I went there 2 times and I loved it! Still do! Last time, I paid $254 for 2 nights (including a deposit). Great food, hot games and beautiful, spacious rooms with a King sized bed to die for! I’d love to go back again, but I’m open for some more suggestions like Luxor, New York, New York and Park MGM. Again, great job and thanks!
would be great if you could have a list where the coffee makers and refrigerators are now available in some hotels, people complain if there isn't any, I see from your video that they are starting to put them back in, also where security is good like checking people's room card before getting into the elevators, I wouldn't feel comfortable if they were not getting frightening out there now with crime everywhere. thanks!!
It's more of a budget hotel casino without being that affordable. The casino is very smokey, smells like a giant ashtray so for those who don't like heavy cigarette smoke, it may not be a good choice.
Pool gets shade from the building which is important when it's hot. Parking garage near the rooms, but check-in is really far from the elevator, so park and check in and then move the car and put the luggage in the room.
Very surprised Mirage didn't make the list. Mirage was our go-to for location and value switching now to NyNy as they seem to have better comps available over MGM Grand. (Also, I thought the buffet at Luxor was underrated. It's not Bellagio/Wynn, but for the price I was happy)
I remember that! Around the same time they had Merlin battle a fire breathing dragon outside the moat at Excalibur and they were both stops on our south strip day. Up the other end the Stardust had a cool water feature/fountain that shot jets up in the air.
My go to for a good value mid to upper range is the Elara. It is all suites, priced as if it is "off Strip", but connected to both the Miracle Mile & Planet Hollywood. Additionally, like Resorts World, it is a Hilton Grand Vacations Resort so if you belong to the Hilton Honors loyalty program, that can be a bonus.
While Elara is nice, it's a timeshare property so hotel guests have to go through a timeshare presentation or pay an additional fee for the hotel room, this can be a real joykill. There's no restaurant, the bar and gift shop are a rip off. The pluses are it's walking distance to Planet Hollywood and has a large pool which doesn't get too crowded during pool season.
@@emailuser8668 I have never had to either attend a Timeshare Presentation nor pay extra because I didn't. They did however try to get me to attend, but I declined with no issues and no extra charges. Your claim might have been true once, but it is no longer an issue. Given the number of restaurants in both the Miracle Mile Shops and in PH, I didn't find the lack of hotels an issue.
Even if I want to party I would not stay at a party hotel. I still want to be in a non party hotel so that I can sleep without all the noise. If the room next door is a part town because of all the young people staying, it becomes a nightmare.
awesome video. i have not stayed at any of these hotels, and i can see many of your view points, such as having Planet Hollywood as being such a good value (and yes, it definitely is a great location). Out of all of them, I think I would be enticed to stay at NY, NY, but truthfully, perhaps, next time, I will most likely stay off-strip (/not that super far off-strip) Vegas. anyhow, great video in terms of hotel selection and also how you assessed the various areas such casino and pool areas. Thanks for the heads up about Linq.
Love your channel! I'm planning my second trip to Vegas. Stayed in the nightmare Circus Circus in '99. Was glad to see you had it on your worst hotels in Vegas list. I got a cheap flight down from western Canada on Sunday and I'm booked into New York, New York. Start spreading the news........ I chose it before I found your channel and I think I made a good choice for myself.
We never brought kids to Vegas. We love Vegas but as soon as we see kids at the pool we upgrade to the 21 and up. If a locations does not have that option we never stay again.
Yeah I’m not a fan of kids in Vegas.. I took my daughter because we were getting married BUT we had my in-laws babysit at night.. I’d never take my kids just for vacation lol nope!
We stayed at luor and planet Hollywood. No comparison. Luxor is so much better. My planet hollywood stay was horrible. The carpet everywhere is disgusting. My drains, shower, tub, toilet all backed up. Room doesn't get house keeping. A ton of bums inside and outside. I did side by side pictures of both. There is no doubt I will never stay at planet hollywood again. I will for sure stay a Luxor again. Read planet Hollywood reviews and you will see a trend. The casino host at Luxor was friendly and very helpful. The casino host for a diamond member at planet hollywood I felt like I was a inconvenience to him.
Funny you say all this. Myself and my wife went and stayed in Planet Hollywood in 2023. Couldn't have been better. The room, the staff etc etc etc. No issues. Clean bathroom. Spotless actually. Carpets a bit worn, bit nothing horrendous. Maybe we got lucky. But no issues for us at all. Each to their own.
Funny that you mentioned the water pressure at Park MGM. I stayed there earlier this week, and the shower pressure was absolutely awful. I spent a lot of time in the shower trying to clean off after swimming. I love that the hotel is completely non-smoking though.
If you could stay at any hotel room in Las Vegas, where would you stay?
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Great video! The highlight of my second time in Vegas (from Scotland) was NYNY. Such a great crowd of folk at the gambling table and, as a solo traveller, really appreciated that and it made a great first impression. After watching your NYNY room review, will definitely stay there when I return (hopefully soon). All the best from across the pond..
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Probably Wynn or Encore.
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Just my opinion but I think the Horseshoe is a great value. Right across from the Bellagio & Caesars Palace, ill admit rooms arent the nicest but they do come with a mini fridge to store some drinks. Considering how its one of the cheaper place on the strip I think its a great value
Yes to NYNY. It has enough theming to make you feel like you’re in Vegas and the vibes are fun. We were there on a Sunday night in July and bar in the middle of the casino was going nuts with a DJ and dancing. It makes the atmosphere feel fun, not stuffy.
If you are a MGM Rewards member you will get e-mails for 3-5 nights free at most of their properties. You do have to pay resort fees and an outrageous parking fee, but still much cheaper than paying for a room (plus those fees) elsewhere.
I think that’s only if you gamble, though. I realize most people probably do, but if you don’t it’s an important piece of information to know.
I think getting the MGM credit card is worth it if you drive since you are automatically moved to pearl status and get free parking on any MGM property.
Not all young people want to party and not all old people want to relax. Is there a good place to stay that’s in between? What about the Cosmopolitan?
Rent a short term condo or time share. U will have a full kitchen and separate bedrooms. Free parking and no resort fees.
Cosmo felt like that. Very nice rooms, the wicked spoon and it had a very appealing vibe. It’s been a few years but I enjoyed it back then. They also give good discounts after you stay there. They would constantly send out discounts for me to stay again. In fact one was a complimentary night free and it was great! Hope that helps good luck!
SOUTHPOINTE IS THE BEST..
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The Nomad at Park MGM....non smoking great location. Next to NYNY. Connected to Aria via a indoor walkway.
Can't believe it didn't make the list but Ballys (Horseshoe) is my favorite "bang for ur buck" hotel, the resort rooms are as cheap as 70$ a night and the rooms are huge. The rooms are renovated with really nice bathrooms and the casino just recently got renovated too. The location is amazing smack dab in the middle of it all. Only con is the pool is super meh
Between the rooms, the price and the location, that's my go-to hotel every time I'm in Vegas!
Excellent review. Crisp, concise, and so informative. I learned more from your one video than I have by watching multiple videos on other channels. A-plus. 😀
Glad that Park MGM got an honorable mention! My best friend and I stayed there and got 3 comped nights so we only paid the resort fee - so worth it! Clean, beautiful property with easy access to Bellagio and Aria on the tram
@@jmksw636 complementary so free nights! They sometimes give the offer just for having an MGM account so highly recommend making an account and watching for deals. The comped nights are usually for weeknights so if you go for a few nights you can do mid week into the weekend
Planet Hollywood…..what is the $20 trick?
How do you get comp nights?
@@kcody5646 Tipping the front desk.
I’ve stayed at Luxor and NYNY. Great experiences at both, but yes, at Luxor you’ll be doing quite a lot of walking depending on where your room is. I remember being so hungry but so tired that I was struggling to get out of bed and make the trek out to their food court. 😅 As for NYNY, it was just perfect for me. Like you said, it gets quite a lot of action, but since it’s not at the center of the strip it doesn’t get the crazy party scene (which I am definitely not a part of). Plus, it’s right next door to the T-Mobile Arena. I usually visit Vegas to see a show or two, and I like to stay within walking distance.
Having stayed at NYNY, The Venetian, and Luxor, I can attest to all of that. This experience carries when I attend Vegas Golden Knights games at T-Mobile Arena, which is near NYNY.
After all the newer 'corporate' resorts popping up, actually kind of miss the theme hotels like luxor. Hopefully they can redo the property and stay alive.
I have been to Vegas many times and New York New York most recently. I found it to be perfect for my needs (Gambling and Rest). I would love for you to do a Parking in Vegas Video. I know the topic is not Sexy but it is helpful for out-of-towners to better decide where to stay. I watch both your channels and subbed here today. Thank you. You have some real talent, you are beautiful, and seem really kind.
I would also like this parking idea.
I concur about the Sahara. However, you didn't mention that it is on the monorail line so use those MyVegas points for cheaper multi-day passes and have an easy way to center strip.
doh! great tip Derek!
SO MANY Vegas vloggers sleep on the monorail!! Yes, you have to pay for it, but it is SO CONVENIENT if you like to hotel hop! Way cheaper than Uber, and you can get to just about everywhere (except Resorts World) within a reasonable walking distance. Also if you're driving... park at a place with free parking like Westgate and monorail the rest of the way.
I went to vegas last year first time and stayed at the Sahara. Monorail was a life saver and 100% worth it
My first trip to Vegas was September last year. The monorail was tired of me, I was on it every chance I could.
@@connormillington8003 what would you rate the Sahara out of 10?
The first place I stayed was the Luxor in the Pyramid. We had a massive room but I did not enjoy my stay at all. After staying at many different hotels in Vegas, this was right at the bottom. Planet Hollywood has seen me 2x and highly recommend to my friends. The location is great and the suites are clean and well kept. The whole place is great for dining. I have heard great things about Resorts World and will definitely try it out. They have to get rid of the resort fees,especially for those who never use them. I heard good things about the renovated rooms. They always had good food choices. I did the roller coaster back in 2019. Dear Lord! Great review Ruby.
Was that the roller coaster at NYNY, or is there another one now? It's been over 20 years since I was there.
Thank you for showing The Luxor some love. I feel like it gets a lot of negative reviews due to its age and the other / newer higher-end hotels on the strip. I've stayed in The Luxor 7 out of the 8 times I've been to Vegas and its still my favourite 😍
Young people luv to hate the Luxor. I’m 50 & I remember the opening and fun trips.
I was there for the opening too. I can't believe it's been 30 years now. 😊
the location sucks
Yea my room was nice in 2021 when I was there in the Pyramid section and I only paid $55. The reason I didn't stay at Circus Circus like I usually do is because a convention was in town and the rooms were too much money.
Disgusting hotel. One of the worst. Couldn’t pay me to stay there. Not the worse though
Great video, Ruby. I wish they would get rid of the resort fees or tell you upfront. Greetings from Columbus, Ohio, Happy New Year to you and your husband.
i have been to vegas about 24-25 times and i have stayed at almost every hotel. my favorite hotels if i am going with friends are Wynn, Venetian/Pallazo, Cosmopolitan and Vdara, if i am staying by myself i will do the Linc. i have learned after your 3-4 time everything you wanna tends to be center strip, anything south of aria or north of wynn is too out of the way to be convienent.. Linc is definately a great option, and perfect location. Vdara gets overlooked and every room has a full kitchen and washer and dryer. its often really cheap to stay at and if you have a family the kitchen and washer/dryer will save you a lot of money and hassle
I had a few nights at Park MGM recently and it was good, and so nice without the smoke, but the place I feel like I have had the best value at is the Tuscany Suites a bit off strip on East Flamingo. Perhaps not as much on the property in terms of dining options but there is plenty nearby, and I like the more relaxed vibe of this property.
Loved the Tuscany but they removed all the table games, so if i wanna gamble i need to make the trek to the strip
My first time in Vegas last month I was at the park mgm and thought it was good for the price and yes the smoke free was good and I smoke and I didn't care about smoking inside the casino I probably preferred not to
Definitely agree about Luxor, it's pricing is how Vegas used to be! The only draw back for me is location with it being right at the bottom of the strip.
Stayed at the Linq this year, it's definitely a budget hotel with great location but for me I wouldn't recommend it unless you genuinely want to do it as cheap as possible. We stayed at Mirage just afterward for not too much more and that was way better.
Finally, someone who reviews the Luxor as a Best Value for Money Hotel on the strip! I totally agree, have stayed there 12 times and its the best value for money anywhere on the strip.
First time I heard someone talk good about Luxor as well recently. I was there as a kid with my parents like 30 years ago. Been to Vegas like 15 times since as an adult. But never went back there. May have to check it out in the future again.
@@earthling1984unfortunately it has closed its doors due to operating costs and never quite recovering from COVID.
I really enjoyed my last stay at Treasure island. The cvs on property came in clutch. Casino and pool were great and the monorail to mirage was nice. And of course free parking
Awesome review🎉👍😻. I left Flamingo after 22 years for the El Cortez. They made me VIP level after 4th stay. I don’t pay for early check in & they give you a complimentary ride to the airport ⭐⭐⭐. Young people need the strip & the light. I need loose slots 😆
1. Luxor
2. Planet Hollywood
3. The Linq (for party people)
4. Harrah's
5. Resorts World (Hilton), luxury on a budget
6. Sahara (on North strip)
7. Park MGM (non-smoking)
Thank you, you save me 10 minutes
Sahara's elevators to the rooms are horrible!! Feels like it is going drop, when too many people get on the elevator.
Thank you
Luxor. Agreed.
Of the hotels listed, I've stayed at Luxor and NYNY. At Luxor, I stayed in a Pyramid room, and it was HUGE. The location didn't bother me since the hotels in that part of the strip are so close to each other and connected.
At NYNY, even though the room was smaller, the hotel was better overall. NYNY is one of my favorite hotels for dining (Venetian being the other one). Last time I was in Vegas, I stayed at MGM Grand but ate most of my meals at NYNY.
That’s nice to hear. Young people, luv to hate the Luxor. I don’t understand that. Are they hanging out in the room all weekend. 🤣
Bellagio with fountains view room is the only place to stay. Does not matter the size of a room. After busy day sitting and watching fountains, sipping wine - bliss. I personally would never stay in any other than that. We stayed in San Francisco in a hotel facing the same hotel windows, so no view - that was awful. When u do not know what u re missing it does not bother u. But when u have nowhere to look out of your window it suddenly becomes very important. And we did not stay in our room all the time either. But when u come after sightseeing it is nice to unwind.
I am surprised you didn't mention the Horseshoe. It doesn't have some of the advantages of the other hotels but is certainly on par with Planet Hollywood. However, the price starts weekdays at $35 a night standard room which is about 450sq. ft. and you dead-center strip. That means for under $85 including taxes and resort fees you can have a nice stay!
Hell yeah I just booked here without seeing
I stayed at Horseshoe when it was Bally's last time I was in vegas and it was awful. Although the room was big and the bathroom was pretty decent for a vegas hotel it took literally almost 10-15 minutes just to get to the strip every time. With them changing to horseshoe it may have improved but also a lot of dining was closed when I went there.
@@PokeMakie well I have stayed there for years. Yes,that is true but most big hotels it takes time to get to the Strip. Bellagio, Mirage and many more. They do want you to go through the casino. Horseshoe has a small selection of restaurants. Still does.
@@PokeMakie 10-15 mins hahaha that's nothing, why don't you stay at circus circus or the strat or something and see how long it takes to get to the main part of the strip.
Also, you say every time, where you expecting a different result for the same journey each time? 😂
@@ThomasEdison-gt5hp imagine crying over a comment I made 6 mos ago get a hobby
Planet Hollywood has awesome customer service. I ended up having a little car accident last time I was in Vegas, and OMG the people that work there are ANGELS 😇. They went above and beyond for me. And I love the hotel, everything you could need is a short walk away. I love them!
After this review, I may have to try the Luxor again. I'd heard it was getting old (at least the pyramid) but I have fond memories of Luxor because we stayed there on opening day. I hope they have improved the casino though. I haven't played there in years but I was never crazy about their casino floor.
They've been doing a lot of work there, rooms, lobby areas, etc. I am probably going to stay there later this year when we go back in November, will be there in a couple of weeks and we usually stay at the Flamingo (comps).
Good news! You can go somewhere else!
Just read a very negative review ot tne Luxor and she is of the opposite review. Who to believe. My take is to stay away from the Luxor due to musty smoke filled hallways and bed bugs.
I live in NC, have no plans to visit Las Vegas, but was recommended one of your videos yesterday and ultimately ended up binge watching about 5 hours of your content lol. I love your vibe and channel! 🌈
Planet Hollywood is great for proximity and food choices near by. Another plus is the Uber/Lyft stop there is not as bad of a haul to get to than the other hotels. I only wish the monorail stop was closer and you didn’t have to go 2 -3 hotels to jump on. Opted for view of the Bellagio fountains however beds were on opposite wall so you couldn’t see them from bed or any other seating in room (only if you stood at the window). Would have been worth the upgrade if your room is set up the other direction (which there are some). Also, there is a night club somewhere below nearby so that music bumping went until probably 2 am.
hi ruby ive just subscribed to your channel, nice to be onboard :) wow the hotels there are gigantic, we have nothing like this here in australia, im totally in awe, they are stunning :) i would love to holiday here, the lights just fasinate me, wow oh wow
Your videos have been incredibly helpful with our Vegas adventures, but I was wondering if you have any tips for a family/kid friendly Las Vegas trip.
Thanks for the update. Nice to see the various hotels and what they have to offer.
Just broke the budget for our Thanksgiving stay at the Palazzo so I’m saving /revisiting this list for our 2023 spring or fall trip. Thanks Ruby!
But was it worth it?
Heard that the Palazzo is a great casino to room. I gotta try it
A friend who has been to Vegas many times recommended your channel. Thank you so much for the great content, and I just booked my stay this spring at Planet Hollywood. It will be my first trip to Vegas-unreal I know. Thanks again!
Love the video! I also think Paris is a great option... My fave will always be the Encore though:)
I’m sure they’re great hotels (especially from what I’ve seen) but not exactly great for the budget traveler!
Congrats on 200K!! Well deserved.
Just stayed at Luxor for Christmas, and I highly enjoyed it. I had a 1st floor room and I didn’t even mind lol.
Luxor’s one of my favorites. When I go to Vegas, I listen to Frank Sinatra’s 1979 Pyramids show from Egypt whenever I gamble there 🤑 Planet Hollywood is also a favorite because of Gordon Ramsay’s Burger Bar and the slots floor 🤑
My budget list is the Linq, The Signature and Casino Royale (which is often sold out for good reason.) I got a deal at MGM Grand for late January for super cheap, but no hotel fluctuates more between cheap and expensive than MGM. I had a lot of fun at NYNY pool though (just adults.) Honorable mention to Hampton Inn.
On october we went to the Casino Royale and the room was nice although it was on the ground floor and we have to leave the window screen closed (very sketchy and druggie people around)The casino itself and the surrounding were a bit sketchy and not very pleasant ut for the price and the location it was a decent choice
Greg the casino host at Casino Royale is the best. He treats everyone with respect & he’s an Elvis fan, like me👍. Ask for him.
Great list Ruby! Good synopsis.
The shower pressure at Park MGM, formerly the Monte Carlo, has been very poor on several stays. Planet Hollywood is the ONLY Caesars property hotel left that has an oversized tub in a “standard” room.
My wife and I are staying at Paris and Luxor end of April both comped from the last time we visited...looking forward to it
These were all good hotels we considered! We became Pearl members for MGM on our honeymoon - coming back in April and going for gold! We ended up getting a spa suite with a comp night for our anniversary at MGM Grand - so that is what we are going to try next year!
Just subbed ! love your vegas vlogs. We just started coming back to Vegas after 27 years, kids are grown up. So it's time to play😂
Could you do a video on the Vegas hotels with most comfortable mattresses? I know it seems like, what's the big deal? But I went on vacation, one time and could not fall asleep because the mattress was basically like a slab of concrete with a sheet over it. I ended up having to line up the pillows and sleep over them. Quality sleep is important, even on vacation, or you will be cranky.
Aria. Hands down
I slept at the Weston behind the Flamingo and it was amazing
I am staying at Harrahs coming up in August.
Do u know a hotel that can accommodate a hoyer lift for disabilities. And a lift to get into the pool
Good analysis. I’ve stayed at the Luxor several times and thought was fine. Because transportation to get up the strip is readily available, the location was not an issue.
All great choices. I think Luxor is a great location but not center strip. Easy access to Mandalay Bay, Excalibur, MGM Grand, NYNY and Tropicana (I hope they do something with Tropicana - it used to be fun)
Maybe when the Trop switches to Bally's, they'll do some upgrading. 😊
You feel like you are in Reno when you go to the Tropicana.
We stayed in New York, New York, this past June for my girlfriend’s older sons wedding and had an absolute ball there… If you get a chance to go see the dueling pianos by all means it is an absolute blast
I would wish to stay at New York New York because of the theme and the hotel rooms seem okay the roller coaster seems fun to ride and the casino floor is awesome
Ruby you are such a big kid love your energy, Mr Ruby and you are big kids love you both. Thank you for sharing
Personally I am over the Strip. Surprising, I do like the M Resort. I know it’s in Henderson but I like the Vibe over there. It’s a smaller hotel and you don’t pay for parking.
My brother and I stayed at the Luxor for our very first trip to Vegas, and it really helped set the tone for our trip when we walked into the atrium and saw that impossibly huge open space in there. It was jaw dropping!
I have a feeling PH might be cutting back on their upgrades. I used to always get a nice upgrade, but I just stayed there two weeks ago... first time I ever got stuck with a standard room. AND THEY HAD SUITES AVAILABLE. I got an email the morning I checked in offering to charge me $40 for the upgraded room I usually get. (It was still a nice room though.) I tipped $20 and they bragged that they were giving me a room with a strip view. Still one of my favorite hotels... but I'm afraid they might be tightening the belt with upgrades.
We are seniors and go to NYNY during the school year, which cuts down on the kid factor. A GREAT selection of dining options and the rooms are fine, if not ultra deluxe. Going again in December for the PAC-12 championship, a tram and short walk away.
I just got back from Vegas. I always use my comp rooms with MGM, we stayed at Excalibur this time around, it was fine. But Park MGM and Luxor are my two favorite value hotels
Luxor is spot on for a great value. I agree with you. The tower is better than the pyramid, but for a different reason. While it’s fun to stay in the pyramid, beware that when the hotel is near capacity, the inclinators cannot keep up with the crowds, the lines are long. The inclinators are old and slow and many of them are broken. We were there on Labor Day, and the inclinator lines and wait times were intolerable. We switched to the tower for a slightly higher price, and they have several high-speed modern elevators, and even though the hotel was at capacity, there was never a line there. So I recommend a tower stay!
Sorry but what is an inclinator?
It's an elevator on an incline- following up the side of a pyramid, not straight vertical up and down.
It inclines. 😉
@@ps-hk4do thanks
Great list, glad you mentioned Park MGM , we stayed there last month and loved it, I agree the non smoking is such a plus and the staff are amazing. Eatley is a huge plus as well. My favorite place on the Strip for my morning coffee is definitely Lavazzo.
Fun video good information. The Luxor tower like you said is very nice for the money
Can’t explain how much this means to me & my fiancee. Vegas is our honeymoon & my 4th visit
Another great tip video. Thank you! Congrats on breaking 200k!!!
I’m looking to book a group of rooms at NYNY for my 15th wedding anniversary and I’m glad this made the list for first timers! Technically I’ve been to Vegas but all before I turned 21 so I count this as my first real trip! 🎉
rooms at NYNY are small, I would say stay at Ballys/Horseshoe, I love that hotel.
@@MrTy2K Better location too in my opinion.
@natdl691 awesome, care to elaborate?
Love that your changing the title of your videos with '' 2025 '' ... makes me watch your videos for a second time ;)
This vid convinced me to book the Luxor for my next trip to the Star Trek convention in Vegas. It's only $100 more for 4 nights than the Rio, and it's definitely worth $100 not to have to stay at the Rio again lol.
I was disappointed to learn that the convention was moving back to the Rio.
I’ve been subscribed for a couple years now and I love watching your videos. I love how real you are. I’m going to Vegas soon and I’m literally studying your videos. Thanks for the content and can’t wait to see what comes next this year for your channel.
I use my Vegas strip for free room and the food comps and I stay at either New York or Luxor and I have been pleased with both.
Love your videos!! I got that bell ringing! 😂 I miss Vegas so much and am planning trips, really appreciate your efforts to share info and experience! You're awesome!!! Keep it UP in 2023!!! 🎉
Luxor has amazing prices and super comfortable beds too.
I feel Luxor is underrated for a value hotel.
Wow! Congratulations on 200k Ruby! 🖤
Great video Ruby! We love both NY NY and Park MGM. Park MGM has a slight edge because of the over 18 pool area, less kids and Eataly. But the casino at NY NY is the best, we always win there and the vibe is excellent.
I’ve only been to the park MGM in the winter so I had no idea about the over 18 pool! Definitely need to plan a warmer trip now
Do you have to pay extra for the over 18 pool like at Excalibur?
Great job, Ruby! But I have to say that you didn’t have Mandalay Bay on your list. I went there 2 times and I loved it! Still do! Last time, I paid $254 for 2 nights (including a deposit). Great food, hot games and beautiful, spacious rooms with a King sized bed to die for! I’d love to go back again, but I’m open for some more suggestions like Luxor, New York, New York and Park MGM. Again, great job and thanks!
would be great if you could have a list where the coffee makers and refrigerators are now available in some hotels, people complain if there isn't any, I see from your video that they are starting to put them back in, also where security is good like checking people's room card before getting into the elevators, I wouldn't feel comfortable if they were not getting frightening out there now with crime everywhere. thanks!!
Ruby thanks for the great information… btw you are as lovely as always! 🤭
Its always good to have a closet to come out of😋😋
Gay 😂
@@Eliht01 Yes, very, very happy...
Great info. thx Ruby. Making our choices easier for first timers
I like the Orleans. The variety of restaurants, the casino, and the pool is good too. The rooms are meh, but that’s not a big deal for me.
The Orleans is a great off Strip property. The rooms are rather plain but the resort itself is pretty good and not super expensive.
It's more of a budget hotel casino without being that affordable. The casino is very smokey, smells like a giant ashtray so for those who don't like heavy cigarette smoke, it may not be a good choice.
The Orleans also has a movie theater. I saw Halloween Ends there after watching the Blue Man Group
Pool gets shade from the building which is important when it's hot. Parking garage near the rooms, but check-in is really far from the elevator, so park and check in and then move the car and put the luggage in the room.
Love your recommendations. Thank you for including taxes and resort fees. Appreciate you!!!
Very surprised Mirage didn't make the list. Mirage was our go-to for location and value switching now to NyNy as they seem to have better comps available over MGM Grand.
(Also, I thought the buffet at Luxor was underrated. It's not Bellagio/Wynn, but for the price I was happy)
Mirage did not make the list because it has been sold to Hard Rock and will be completely renovated.
@@TravelRuby Yeah figured. I am soooo sad to see this happen as it was our go-to. Gonna miss Mirage a lot.
Every single Strip casino including that one is a REPLICA casino full of FAKE table games.
Thanks Ruby! Planning a trip for May, this will help!! I ❤️ Vegas!
Hi Ruby!
I'm old enough to remember the boat ride inside the Luxor, always liked the place.
Love your content, Happy New Year!
I remember that! Around the same time they had Merlin battle a fire breathing dragon outside the moat at Excalibur and they were both stops on our south strip day. Up the other end the Stardust had a cool water feature/fountain that shot jets up in the air.
I am visiting Vegas soon and your videos have been VERY helpful. What is the $20 trick at the hotels to upgrade rooms?
My go to for a good value mid to upper range is the Elara. It is all suites, priced as if it is "off Strip", but connected to both the Miracle Mile & Planet Hollywood. Additionally, like Resorts World, it is a Hilton Grand Vacations Resort so if you belong to the Hilton Honors loyalty program, that can be a bonus.
While Elara is nice, it's a timeshare property so hotel guests have to go through a timeshare presentation or pay an additional fee for the hotel room, this can be a real joykill. There's no restaurant, the bar and gift shop are a rip off. The pluses are it's walking distance to Planet Hollywood and has a large pool which doesn't get too crowded during pool season.
@@emailuser8668 I have never had to either attend a Timeshare Presentation nor pay extra because I didn't. They did however try to get me to attend, but I declined with no issues and no extra charges. Your claim might have been true once, but it is no longer an issue.
Given the number of restaurants in both the Miracle Mile Shops and in PH, I didn't find the lack of hotels an issue.
Wonderful and amazing video. Thank you.
Even if I want to party I would not stay at a party hotel. I still want to be in a non party hotel so that I can sleep without all the noise. If the room next door is a part town because of all the young people staying, it becomes a nightmare.
Same here, I don't mind partying but I don't every night, and I really like my sleep!
My thoughts exactly!
That’s a great point
awesome video.
i have not stayed at any of these hotels, and i can see many of your view points, such as having Planet Hollywood as being such a good value (and yes, it definitely is a great location). Out of all of them, I think I would be enticed to stay at NY, NY, but truthfully, perhaps, next time, I will most likely stay off-strip (/not that super far off-strip) Vegas.
anyhow, great video in terms of hotel selection and also how you assessed the various areas such casino and pool areas. Thanks for the heads up about Linq.
Think we need a fresh batch of $20 trick videos for 2023 especially to see what can be offered across the strip in today’s economy 👌🏻
I still love Flamingo...center strip, pool, linq...now that we're old we've slowed down...doing it on the energy cheap.
My best hotel is Caesars Palace and Bellagio.
We are staying at Caesars in May , any good tips as it’s our first visit to Las Vegas . thank you
@@marieip1122 dont buy your drinks and snacks in the hotel, go to a CVS, Walgreens or ABC store much cheaper there.
Thank you I thought so that inside the resorts everything will be more expensive
Of course, they are also three times the price! Lol, this vid is for best value, i.e. BUDGET hotels. :)
Love your channel! I'm planning my second trip to Vegas. Stayed in the nightmare Circus Circus in '99. Was glad to see you had it on your worst hotels in Vegas list. I got a cheap flight down from western Canada on Sunday and I'm booked into New York, New York. Start spreading the news........ I chose it before I found your channel and I think I made a good choice for myself.
Four Seasons. It’s connected to Mandalay Bay for the gambling, but then you go back to a quiet and smoke free hotel.
Thank you for sharing this. I've been debating on some of these so nice to hear your thoughts about them.
Wonderful video there Ruby.
Keep'm rolling .
Don't stop now !
We never brought kids to Vegas. We love Vegas but as soon as we see kids at the pool we upgrade to the 21 and up. If a locations does not have that option we never stay again.
Bye 👋 Karen!!
Same
Yeah I’m not a fan of kids in Vegas.. I took my daughter because we were getting married BUT we had my in-laws babysit at night.. I’d never take my kids just for vacation lol nope!
@@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544
Because she wants to enjoy an adult vacation ?
@@danielngabriel Because thedaduneverhad wants your kids.
Thanks for the review i always wanted to go in the Luxor and its right next to the Excalibur
Casino Royale. Right in the middle of everything with no resort fees and free parking. Who spends time in the room anyway?
People that need a break from all the noise, lights, and other people. Some people need down time and rest!
Exactly! I like to relax in my room on vacation as well as other activities
Just went to Vegas and first time stayed at the Venetian and wow the room was in perfect condition. Not cheap but well worth it!
We stayed at luor and planet Hollywood. No comparison. Luxor is so much better. My planet hollywood stay was horrible. The carpet everywhere is disgusting. My drains, shower, tub, toilet all backed up. Room doesn't get house keeping. A ton of bums inside and outside. I did side by side pictures of both. There is no doubt I will never stay at planet hollywood again. I will for sure stay a Luxor again. Read planet Hollywood reviews and you will see a trend. The casino host at Luxor was friendly and very helpful. The casino host for a diamond member at planet hollywood I felt like I was a inconvenience to him.
Funny you say all this.
Myself and my wife went and stayed in Planet Hollywood in 2023. Couldn't have been better. The room, the staff etc etc etc. No issues. Clean bathroom. Spotless actually. Carpets a bit worn, bit nothing horrendous. Maybe we got lucky. But no issues for us at all. Each to their own.
Park MGM, Yeah! Great place and great food! The steak house is awesome!
Luxor is no better than Excalibur
What are you on about, the difference is like night and day my man
Funny that you mentioned the water pressure at Park MGM. I stayed there earlier this week, and the shower pressure was absolutely awful. I spent a lot of time in the shower trying to clean off after swimming. I love that the hotel is completely non-smoking though.
I STAYED AT THE LUXOR LAST YEAR . I HAD A GREAT ROOM. VERY COMFORTABLE. THE BUFFET I DIDN'T CARE FOR SO I WENT TO ANOTHER HOTEL. 😊😊
Hello, just to tell you that your chronicles are pleasant. I can now say that I have been to Vegas thanks to RUBY!