The daylight economy: pool seasons, cabana pricing, and the beach clubs that turn a hotel pool into a P&L line.
Pool season is the most seasonal business in the market and the boards price it in real time: cabana and daybed complaints surface on the boards before any operator publishes a rate card. The thread trendline below is the season taking shape; the sentiment read underneath is how it is landing.
Green: posts scoring positive; red: negative; number is the month's net. Neutral posts sit outside the bars. Click a month for the posts behind it. Full-year context on the Sentiment page.
Twice in a month...bar recommendations for 50+… ng back next week for my friend’s birthday. Am I crazy for going twice in a month?? Had a great time last week. The weather was warm so was able to go to Marquee Dayclub and Moorea Beach Club. Both were amazing. Looks like it’s going to be a little cooler next week so sadly may n …
r/vegas · Oct 10
Wynn 10/10 thru 10/16So I'm really looking forward to this trip more than most....it's been a scheduling whirlwind! We had my birthday trip scheduled for 9/18-9/25 but then I ended up having carpal tunnel surgery on 8/28. I figured I'd good to go since my doc said I could go in the pool in 3 weeks (d …
VegasMessageBoard · Sep 28
Downtown Grand even in uncertainty a good stay… d for 6 nights, and yes it is a bit empty at times, but the service we received was still very good. The room was clean (well above most that we have seen at MGM properties over the years). We usually split between downtown and strip, but my wife likes the pool more than those on …
VegasMessageBoard · Sep 21
ARIA POOL ClosureHey crew FYI I was trying to book some chairs on the website. Ended up calling the pools will be closed sept 21st - 27th. Some LV celebrity cooking thing. I moved my entire trip to cosmo!
r/vegas · Sep 19
iHeart Vegas Girls Trip! (+1) - Fontainebleau & Reserve Sept 14 - 21… ear, my college friend M and I went to iHeart festival for the first time. We had SO much fun and agreed this would be our annual Vegas girls trip. We spend most of our time together talking, laughing and catching each other up. I saw her in May for a pool day in Vegas and it was …
VegasMessageBoard · Sep 19
Greatest Trip Ever (for me)? 9/10-9/14Last time in Vegas: https://www.vegasmessageboard.com/forums/index.php?threads/the-boondocks-8-20-8-23.220569/ 17 days since the last trip, but it actually feels like it was so long ago. Back during the Super Bowl, our NYE Vegas friends wanted to come out in September for NFL Wee …
VegasMessageBoard · Sep 10
7 Days in Vegas -- Review of Restaurants/Shows… work conference and added on a few extra days. Here's a quick summary and what I felt was worth it/not worth it. In terms of lodging, I stayed at the Park MGM (2 Nights) MGM Grand (1 Night) Palazzo (4 Nights) The Palazzo was by far my favorite, the suites were the biggest rooms. …
r/LasVegas · Sep 7
What’s One Overhyped Vegas Thing You’d Never Pay For?I swear Vegas content creators make the city look way more expensive than it has to be. Every video is cabanas, daybeds, bottle service, fancy dinners and some “must-do” experience that costs a couple hundred bucks. Good for them, but that’s not how I do Vegas. Give me pizza, tac …
r/vegas · Aug 31
Bellagio PoolI fell for a total MILF at the pool today; if she's still posted up there, I'm speed-running right back. She was rocking a cheetah-print one-piece and is a blonde bombshell. 💘
r/vegas · Aug 21
Vegas this weekend (Aug 21-23): the honest nightlife rundownFriday night, Zouk and XS are your big room plays. Both book solid EDM names this time of year, and the energy is usually peak by midnight. If you want something less massive, Omnia’s chandelier room is a good middle ground. Skip Hakkasan unless you’re staying at MGM, the layout …
r/vegas · Aug 17
Mandalay Bay or Golden Nugget Which Would You Pick?… ndalay Bay and Golden Nugget for the next trip. Mandalay Bay was an easy choice with four comped nights, FreePlay, food credit, and that ridiculous pool setup, then Golden Nugget got me with a cheap promo, no resort fee, Fremont, and the shark tank pool. I’ve never stayed at eith …
r/vegas · Aug 15
Can't get into Mandalay Bay pool with Luxor room keyJust want to set the record straight because I read several posts on the interwebs saying that, due to the Luxor pool being renovated, guests could use a Luxor room key to get into Mandalay Bay Beach pool. The answer is no. The girl at the gate said no and I don't want anyone els …
r/vegas · Aug 8
Palazzo vs Bellagio vs WynnI am looking at prices for Aug 23rd and 24th. Its all about the pool for me. I like lush beautiful and relaxing pool grounds. I also like to be central to the action (which is why I am biased to Bellagio). Anyways, I can get Palazzo for $490, Wynn for $558, and Bellagio for $678. …
r/vegas · Jul 30
Which hotels do you recommend i stay in Vegas?im going next month, thinking between Caesars Flamingo Paris Mandalay or maybe Planet Hollywood im gonna avoid Excalibur Luxor and Circus2 and Strat like the plague i just want a good pool to relax during the day before painting the town at night
r/vegas · Jul 22
Park MGM vs. Cosmo/Aria/BellagioHey everyone. I have degen comps at all four of these places, with more resort credit at Park. I booked Park because I liked the non-smoking last time I was there but now I’m wondering if we shouldn’t just take advantage of one of the other places instead. It’s my birthday trip s …
r/vegas · Jul 22
Room Robbed at Paris Las VegasWARNING! My room got robbed while I was at the pool! I wasn’t the only room the was accessed and robbed on July 4th 2026! Paris and Caesar’s entertainment did nothing to help us. They sent a security guard after 4 calls to security. We were advised to make report with Metro and d …
r/vegas · Jul 6
4th of July - Pools MGM vs. Resort World vs MandalayHello! We are going with 2 youngish kids. we want a really fun pool, and hopefully not soo crazy crowded that we can't even hang out. Would have loved the Mirage for the waterfall area, we went there before in July, but not holiday weekend. It was fantastic. RIP :( I'd really lik …
r/vegas · Jun 27
This is insaneWho and why would you want to pay this price. This is at the linq pool. The price for a single is almost the street price for a case of 12. Can't imagine why no one's buying
r/LasVegas · Jun 20
Luxor poolGoing to be staying at the Luxor, and their pool area it's not that attractive to me so I was wondering if I can go to Mandalay Bay. Also wondering if I do get into Mandalay Bay can I bring a couple of guests with me.
r/vegas · Jun 3
Family Vacation… y bay and palazzo. Decided on Palazzo mostly because it is centrally located for us (going to Mystere at TI and Oz at Sphere). I know the pool at Palazzo isn't as good as Mandalay, but was thinking of getting a day pass or Cabana for a morning at Mandalay. Is it worth it? Or will
r/vegas · Jun 3
Were the Prime years of Luxor Casino from 1993-2006?Just think about it? The RA Night Club Closed in 2006 The Nile River Ride Closed in 1996? The Iconic Laser Show Gone Since the 90s? No more free parking since 2016? Buffet Quality went down big time and eventually closed? King Tut's Tomb Exhibit Closed around 2007-08? All the Ico …
r/vegas · May 31
Move to Circa or Stay at Luxor?… g to Vegas for the first time from Chicago for four nights. Not big fans of gambling, but love shows and food and sight seeing. I booked MGM $400 all inclusive deal for June 5 to 7th. **Should I book two more nights at Luxor for $100 or spend on $400 Circa deal?** We're excited f …
r/vegas · May 27
Luxor hotel main pool closed? Is access to Mandalay Bay actually legit?We had booked a stay at the Luxor for next weekend but today I saw on TikTok that the main Luxor pool is closed and only the very small shallow pool is open which has basically no space to swim in. I saw on the comments in TikTok and Reddit that access to Mandalay Bay’s pool is c …
r/vegas · May 27
One night in Vegas with kids… d ending with one night and full day in Vegas before we fly home. Any suggestions for the best hotel/location for families (we have two boys, 9 and almost 15)? I had looked at the Mandalay Bay (love the pool), but worry it’s too far down the strip. Is it better to stay in somethi …
r/vegas · May 24
Favorite Casino OFF the Las Vegas Strip and WhyMy favorite casino off the Las Vegas Strip is Red Rock Casino, located in Downtown Summerlin. This resort offers incredible dining options that range from casual food court quick-bites to upscale restaurants. Additionally, it features a beautiful swimming pool that stays open fro …
r/vegas · May 15
Bellagio vs Palazzo?Stayed at palazzo many times & have a trip booked in July at palazzo. Room is comped but no free play or hotel credit. I just received an offer for 4 complimentary nights from MGM + $250 free play + $100 resort credit. Trip to palazzo is during the week but with MGM will include …
r/LasVegas · May 5
Paris Hotel views confusion (Pool, Eiffel and Fountain views)… Western USA, staid in a lot of cabins and fixed tents mostly, and picked places to stay that were decent enough but still affordable. So last time, we stayed at the Luxor. Read some terrible things, but we found it to be quite good. Spacious and quiet room, clean and quite cheap
r/vegas · May 4
Flamingo Go Pool Warning ⚠️… his is what happened. My mom, my husband and I met her boyfriend who lives in Vegas for a fun birthday weekend. We all stayed at Harrah's, had a blast and then on Sunday to end the weekend we rented a cabana at Flamingo Go Pool. Now before I get into details I need you all to rea …
r/vegas · Apr 27
Night time pool partiesMy husband and I love the night time pool parties because we aren't late night people but also don't really want to party so much during the day. The last we went to Encore Beach Club there was barely any pool space at all and it really felt more like an Influencer event than a f …
r/vegas · Apr 26
Old Photos of Sunset Station… Station? They used to have the coolest structures. I was kid and thought it had the most wonderful sense of adventure. I really want to know if anyone else remembers the whirlpool and water spouts that used to be in the pool area? I can't find any evidence of it online but that …
r/vegas · Apr 24
Aria v Bellagio v Palazzo/Venetian… June 11 - Sunday June 14. Last year we stayed at Fountaine Blue but want to be more on the main strip this year, have credit card offers on these 3 hotels...which would you recommend for good mix of lively casino, decent pool, easy to get around, good crown, nice rooms...Thanks!!
r/vegas · Apr 22
Resorts World tips… for $1600. I now can book the Resorts World on all Hilton points. Our plan is to eat at least 1 nice meal per day, hang at the pool, maybe wife goes to the Spa. I enjoy gambling but not crazy about it. I did see the poker room at RW is closing so I would have to venture elsewher
r/vegas · Apr 10
Ceasars Pools?… to the public, but now all of their properties? Does anyone else think this is absolutely ridiculous? It's hard enough to find a seat that you don't have to pay for, often crowded as is and isn't this one of the amenities that your resort fees cover? We've (mid 40s couple) never …
r/vegas · Mar 30
Vegas Trip report last weekend March 20-23Report of my trip , I'm male, 54, from Europe, and visit Vegas a few times a year for fun and relaxation. Sometimes by myself (like this trip), sometimes with buddies. **Friday:** Stayed at TI. Slept in as I arrived at 1 AM that morning. Went to the pool all afternoon as it was s …
r/vegas · Mar 26
Best hotel to stay at for an event at Caesar’s Forum?… room with space to spread out & get ready (two women) \- good pool \- reasonable noise level for sleep \- rooms are clean \- good view I’ve been to Vegas plenty of times but never stayed at any of these hotels. I want to get to my event within 15 min from my hotel door. I’m going
r/vegas · Mar 19
Beware — roofies @ MGM60 year old woman with a group of ladies at MGM Grand main pool orders a Don Julio margarita. Male bartender made it with well tequila not premium so she politely points out to him that she ordered a premium Don Julio in her margarita. Bartender throws the drink he made her and n …
r/vegas · Mar 16
Vacation tips 30yr olds… NYC. I’ve been to Vegas once when I was 21 and stayed at the Palms Place. I didn’t have a good time in Vegas because I felt the location was too far from everywhere and I had to Uber everywhere. This time I’m looking for a location that is walkable, lively energy, good casino, an …
r/LasVegas · Mar 16
Bellagio or Wynn… tayed at Encore and had a blast. Looking to try something new this time and stay at Bellagio fountain room (I hear that they remodeled their rooms?). Wife is big into conservatories/gardens and the pool looks pretty awesome. We are not looking to really party or anything - mostly
r/vegas · Feb 25
Which hotel to choose from… abby; comfy beds and pillows, a nice view and pool. Stayed in Vdara my first in Vegas and loved it; debating between staying there again or booking Aria, Planet Hollywood or Caesars. Planet Hollywood is more budget friendly and I would go for it unless it is really inferior in te …
r/vegas · Feb 24
Are you staying at The Platinum Hotel tonight? We need your help!My friend and I are staying at The Strat. I made this reservation because I read online that their jacuzzi is open all year. However, we just checked in and went to go soak in the hot tub and it is closed! We have our Hyrox race tomorrow and we’ve been training so hard and just w …
r/vegas · Feb 20
Tips from our experience… s is not all inclusive information. We go 3 to 4 times a year so we thought this might be helpful. It depends on how busy you want it to be and what you want out of a resort. Mandalay Bay is at the end of the strip. It has a great adult pool. It is much less crowded because peopl …
r/LasVegas · Feb 1
Cosmo Shuffle Board/Pool TableI heard from a friend who went to Cosmo a month ago that they removed the pool table, shuffle board, and the giant slipper from the area near the entrance and Sports Book at the Cosmo. For the love of God, why?
r/LasVegas · Jan 27
Best Pool Parties 4 Group of GirlsGoing to a pool party with my girlfriends on March 14th. Sometimes when girls say “for a group of girls” it’s because they want to be left alone by guys… that’s NOT the case for us lol. Been to Encore and Marquee plenty of times and also night swim at XS, they’re all good. Just w …
r/vegas · Jan 13
Luxor Vapor in Room… erson and downtown. I moved and am visiting after 3 years. I'm at the Luxor and it's my first time visiting. It's awful by the way. Room has mildew and a spot that is wet near the window in one of the towers/room I am in. When I first got here it spelt like a pool with way too mu
r/vegas · Jan 3
No kids in vegas…..… o use on the summer to bring my 15 and 21 year old. Ive been to Vegas as a teen and had a great time. Im thinking we can see a show, definitely spend lots of time at the pool, shop at the malls/outlets, fremont street, sightsee on strip (bellagio fountains, m&m store etc). We wou …
r/vegas · Jan 2
re: Best hotel with pool and restaurant for guys tripI have an annual March Madness Guys trip (all around 50 now) and we stay at Circa. But Circa is very male dominated (other than the dancing dealers at night). Aria, Bellagio, and Cosmo would top my list for people watching. I've never stayed at Wynn or Venetian but they're probab …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 23
re: Best hotel with pool and restaurant for guys trip… on the LV strip so here’s a locals perspective. Id rec Aria, Mandalay Bay or Encore. Aria—great location in city centre, easy going atmosphere, diverse f&b & closer to your age range than neighboring cosmo. Mandalay Bay—great for f&b & sport fans but it’s huge, more walking, dece …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 23
re: Best hotel with pool and restaurant for guys tripOne commenter said Circa and look no further and I agree. Also there are many restaurants on Fremont Street and the Experience is cool as hell. If you want a buffet, there's even a decent one with a decent price at Main Street Station across the street.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 23
re: Is Vdara a decent hotel?… bout the self park issue as I'm Gold so valet is very easy. A good perk for Vdara is that you can use the Aria pool if you don't care for the Vdara pool. Not that a bunch of strangers can make your wife feel at east, but your City Corner Suite should make both of you smile! Enjoy
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 23
re: If You're Gonna Play the Game - LAS/Tahoe/RNO/DEN - 8/19 - 9/18The silverton rooms are really solid. This place isn't as flashy as a strip joint, but there’s something about it. I just really like it here. The super reasonably priced mini-bar has disappeared. Alas. Trees block the pool, but have a nice view of the patio. Pool still open late …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 19
re: If You're Gonna Play the Game - LAS/Tahoe/RNO/DEN - 8/19 - 9/18Despite my best efforts, I failed at sleeping in. Popped downstairs for a Starbucks and taking care of some life admin things (my electric company wants to get paid?!?! - don’t these people know I’m in Vegas?). Not too much on the docket for the day. Need to pack up here and get …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 22
re: If You're Gonna Play the Game - LAS/Tahoe/RNO/DEN - 8/19 - 9/18… unch at Golden Nugget Oyster Bar with a friend. Clam chowder was decent, but not special. Oysters were great. The new pool area at Caesars is AMAZING. Too bad it's freezing out. And new bars on the casino floor at CR too. May have had a cocktail or two too many here after dinner.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 4
re: Weekend Trip Report - Friday to Sunday… he strip. The Venetian rooms really are a step above most on the strip and Delmonico is a solid pick. Sounds like you two had a good rhythm going which is half the battle in Vegas. If you come back with a bigger crew or want to skip those general admission lines at the pool parti …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 11
re: first halloweekend with the girls. need tips on where to stay!… ut we went for table share instead (share a table with group of strangers for a deal, def recommend). Freemont is a madhouse so unless you’re looking for that vibe I’d avoid. I’d recommend staying somewhere middle of the strip for convenience or somewhere that has a club/pool you …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 24
re: Mimosa situationLove breakfast/brunch at Primrose. Also love the pool side Paloma’s!
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 12
re: Encore Beach Club dayclub and Nightswim lineup! aug 12th-16thSolid lineup this week. ODESZA at Nightswim is going to be a whole different vibe than their arena shows, definitely worth catching if you've never seen a DJ set from them. GRYFFIN at EBC is always a good time too. One heads up for anyone going to the dayclub, the swim attire rul …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 14
re: Palazzo Hotel Experience and CasinoThere everyday. Actually, about to walk in as I type this. Palazzo is part of the Venetian complex and physically connected. No nightclub, no pool parties, it's more mellow and sedated than the Venetian side. It's for someone who wants luxury without the craziness or crowds which …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 14
re: Do you have this same strange feeling while in Vegas?That first line is what gives me joy about Vegas. You can rest, feel that fomo kick and still get out and find something to do at all hours. One of our last trips. Saw a Spere show earlier in the day. Then pool time for a couple hours. Fell asleep back in the room. Woke up to lou …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 16
re: Do you have this same strange feeling while in Vegas?… here, O at Bellagio, and Wicked Spoon and Shark Reef the day of departure. Even with that packed scheduled there was more I didn’t do than I had time to do. And that was ok. I prioritized my limited time, lived fully in the moment, and enjoyed every moment of whatever I was doing …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 16
re: Sticker Shock VegasVegas hasn't been about gambling for 10-15 years or so unfortunately They embraced clubs and pool parties in the 2010s now are heavy into conferences, mega concerts, and increasingly sports Gamblers are an after-thought these days
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 17
re: MGM Grand Pool Complex help.The main pool will be open, as well as the lazy river. There are two smaller pools that may be closed depending on day and occupancy. The smaller pools are the ones with most of the daybeds. The main pool is just general chairs, but there is reserved seating along the river. Ther …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 16
re: Best Lunch in Fontainebleau?Washing Potato is excellent but don't sleep on La Côte which is next to the pool. The food is excellent! The drinks are really good too and for open access to the pool area, they keep the restaurant really comfortable temperature wise.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 18
re: Bellagio Cypress Pool — loungers or daybed?Cypress is my favorite pool. Best service, most comfortable loungers, secluded relaxing pool with no kids, nearby clean bathrooms. Pools like Aria are also going to fix umbrellas. Ie they cannot be moved. So as the sun moves you may not have shade the whole day. Cypress pool they …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 19
re: Help picking a room!Vdara…every room a suite, small kitchen, two toilets, dining room table, Starbucks in lobby, walkable to most everything, great pool, can be within budget with right timing.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: MGM grand Cabana 10 person producers pool… 108. We’re from AZ, so we’re no strangers to heat, but that cabana definitely acted a bit like a hot box. Better than being in the sun straight up but it’s not like it’ll be cool in there by any means. Still had a blast for the few hours we were there, great pool complex overall!
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: BellagioThe pool area looks great with all those trees.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: Sportsbook QuestionI would recommend Westgate (super book is a blast) Circa if it’s nice do the pool sports book Those are the best bets I would say but there are plenty of smaller casino books also
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: Palms Place smoking on balconyPalms Place is my favorite place to stay. It's a very short ride to the strip, and the rooms have a kitchnette with fridges and microwaves, so great for eating your leftover food. (There's great off strip places to eat nearby, and close to great priced bakeries too.) The bathroom …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 21
re: Aria pools closed at end of September?If the Aria Pools aren't accessible make sure to request a refund of the "Resort Fee" and don't take no for an answer. Tell them the Vdara Pool wasn't an acceptable alternative as it's too small and too far way.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 23
re: Aria pools closed at end of September?Aria pools are open 12 months a year in the winter there's only one but it's still open. If they're saying the pool's unavailable a company might have booked the entire complex. That can be the only reason is like I said the pool is open everyday in the entire year. I've stayed t …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 22
re: Aria pools closed at end of September?No worries! Sorry if I came off as completely monotoned with my responses - I've been an event planner/manager for years so kinda just locked in with responses lol Park MGM has lovely cabanas and mgm grande is always a time. Go pool at flamingo might ask fit your needs. There's a …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 22
re: Which hotel would you pick?aria at 344 is the pick here, its dead central so your one full day is spent walking to Cosmo, Bellagio, Park MGM and the Waldorf without ever getting in a car. Caesars at 345 is the same money and the Augustus fountain view is nice, though you cross the Forum Shops maze every ti …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 18
re: Which hotel would you pick?If the cosmos room comes with the balcony, that takes the cake. Accessing the strip from cosmo, the food access, the view from the pool, etc etc. it will be near all the shows. The teens can venture in either direction from there too
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 12
re: Which hotel would you pick?… an/palazzo, aria, Caesars. All have good pools. Cosmo is not for kids. They may have some fun at bellagio with viewing site within the property. You can try NY/NY. Ok pool, arcade, roller coaster, food. You may need adjoining rooms, but it's decent priced place. Walkable to Excal …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 14
re: Which hotel would you pick?… Bellagio, Cosmo, and the rest of the sights you want to see. The Augustus tower rooms are solid and recently updated enough. The location saves you time and money on rideshares, which matters a lot when you only have one day. If you want the nicer room and the balcony, the Cosmo …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 13
re: Mandalay Bay tonight ! Can’t wait !!Omg, last time I was at the Durango, an older couple mentioned a topless pool at Mandalay Bay. I'm assuming its the Moorea Beach club. On my bucket list!
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 14
re: MGM Grand QuestionWe've stayed at all the places you listed and MGM Grand is our new favorite. Better costumer service than any on that list. Producer pool is cool as well as the one in between the main pool entrance and producers just look for shade. Take your own tube for the lazy river or go bu …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 19
re: My MGM offer ; help me choose… hem. Vast majority said to go for the ParkMGM offer so I did. Room booked. Location seems great. Not sold on the room itself but looks good enough. I think the additional credit will help with meal costs and ParkMGM looks to have a few interesting restaurants. I did decide the wa …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: My MGM offer ; help me chooseCosmo is mid strip these days and has awesome pools right on the strip. Excellent food. If you can manage a strip view room that’s no contest but even without, that’s my choice. Best overall value would be MGM but then you gotta walk more or grab a ride. Excellent pool for the ki …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 19
re: My MGM offer ; help me choose… iendlier and more relaxed than any MGM property we've stayed at. The pool is probably the best in Vegas due to it having 4 pools and a lazy river. The lazy river is 10 times better than Mandalay Bays. Take your own tube for it though or buy one at the ABC store out front of you d …
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Aug 20
re: LINQ - Inclusive Summer Package (Book by 8/31/26)Research Priceline dirt cheap mid-week rates in August, then use the money left over in your pocket by skipping the "Deal" to finance better quality, cheaper, more varied meals elsewhere, especially taking advantage of numerous mid-week Happy Hour dining deals! And those basic "f …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 11
re: MGM Resorts All Inclusive - Luxor & Excalibur… op of special. Dinner ribeye steak at public house $48+ drink. Food total $126+$10drinks=$136 x2 days+Show tickets and roller coaster.. $80+ Roughly $352 value for 2 nights hanging around excalibur and Luxor side. Great for average person with no comps or pressure to chase comps.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Mar 31
re: MGM Resorts All Inclusive - Luxor & Excalibur… ux ) Diablo’s is included and looks decent Pyramid cafe is convenient and consistent with great service This video explains a glitch with adding another person in the app and resultant frustration and discusses room types available, menus and pool options ( MB pool is offered whi …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Apr 10
re: Backend comps without a host? (MGM)I hear you on the Luxor . Got a comp for a corner pyramid suite, so we thought "how often do you get to try a hot tub in a pyramid room?". So they put us in the tower. I didn't have any luck finding a host in there either, cage staff really didn't care, and there was never anybod …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Jun 26
re: Best penthouse suites?Despite what others are saying, most of the best suites can be booked. I've stayed in the following for instance and have videos of them even. Mandalay Bay 4 Bedroom Presidential Suite. It's 2 stories and has a view straight up The Strip. Comes with a kitchen, gym, pool table, an …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 26
re: Best penthouse suites?You can click through the hotel websites to see what’s “best” for you whether that’s budget, amenities, and location. I’ve done PH suites at Bellagio, Aria Sky Suites, Nobu at CP and MB. It depends on what you like and value. For me, Bellagio is the iconic LV experience with the …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 26
re: Best penthouse suites?I had an enormous suite with a pool table at the Bellagio for my birthday last year. Not sure what the cost would be because it was comped. I booked it via my host.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 29
re: Best Vegas hotel for a bachelorette?Wynn/Encore is one of the best choices as it has beautiful pools including Encore Beach Club and their Sunset Pool which is topless. They have a great club in XS plus numerous bars and lounges. The food there is also excellent. Cosmo is in an ideal location and has a popular pool …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 26
re: Best Vegas hotel for a bachelorette?… will have a nice setup for all of the bachelorette decor! Pools are nice, chandelier bar great for photos! Everything is very aesthetic and the vibes are good! It might be on the pricier side depending on when you go but overall, it’s the best pick in my opinion! Look in to Caba …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 27
re: Off-Strip/Off-Fremont Itinerary HelpDurango Resort for a fresh new casino hotel for locals.... with great casual and formal dining options. I go there for Oyster Bar crab pan roast. Best vibe in my opinion, whatever the designers did, its just all around comfortable and fresh there. Red Rock resort you can head str …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 27
re: Stevens and the Golden GateI'm a fan of Four Queens, but the Circa rooms are a billion times better. I'd probably end up spending a little more time in Four Queens for slots and eating - but sleeping and showering would be Circa all day long. And Circa swim is nice if its not a big fratboy weekend/game day …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Jun 16
re: Cosmo with balcony or Fontainebleau?We just stayed at both. Had a suite at FB and balcony room at cosmo. Pool far better at FB Room far better at FB Food options better at Cosmo Energy higher at Cosmo Video poker far better at Cosmo. Location better at Cosmo FB is a much nicer property though and would stay again i …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Cosmo with balcony or Fontainebleau?Cosmo for sure. I think you’d like it, and the location makes things easy. I love Fontainebleu but for your age; it’s a bit dull. The pool is great though however.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Cosmo with balcony or Fontainebleau?… re for 1st time a couple weeks ago and is up there next to Bellagio IMO. Me & wife really enjoyed our stay there for R&R. Downside is you will need to Uber it to any good bars or parties. Cosmo is great if your preference is fine dining, location, classic strip feel with views, a …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Cosmo with balcony or Fontainebleau?Definitely Cosmo. If you're big pool people, splurge one day for a cabana or day bed at Aria or Bellagio for a change of pace ... but even an "old soul" 20-something will appreciate the vibe at Cosmo. The food and bar scene alone there makes it a great home base.
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: I'm declaring myself a free agent!… icant. Used to do the weekends as a youth, then midweeks as a restauranteur, where honestly the value of Vegas really shines (Mon - Thu). I cannot stress the feeling of freedom like a theme park on a school day I love the Circa pool and Sportsbook chairs, and always a Fitzy stop.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Gamifying Vegas… wer properties that are still ok, but you’ll be paying resort fees. For example MGM has a great pool, Park MGM has great food. PH has a great location. Both groups are workable just not high end. If you don’t mind moving mid trip you can keep a longer trip cheap using offers from …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Gamifying Vegas… smo, and even then it would be closer to a toss-up. MGM consistently makes transportation worse than it should be with Uber ostracized to the nether realms of their properties, has drastically underinvested in nightclubs and pool parties relative to their amount of properties, an …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 28
re: Best Hotel to stay at as a 22 year old looking to meet young people?Stay at the Linq, it's 21 and over only with a Party vibe. They even have rooms that you have a poolside patio. Stayed in one once, it is cool if you want to be at the pool when they open, because it's like a private cabana. Haven't tried the new pool at Flamingo but that one mig …
r/vegas · in the thread · Aug 31
re: Caesars Palace Sky Villas… le. I have heard of her, but never really watched her content or read her reviews previously. For someone that appears to travel to higher end resorts frequently, she seems easily impressed, lol. There was absolutely nothing special about that tub (nothing wrong with it either; b
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 5
re: If the Shoe fits, it must be size 10X… couple good hits on Buddha. Moved on to the lobby bar and some VP and use a drink coupon. Pretty good drink, strong for sure. Made my way to Vanderpump and using another drink coupon. I only used two last night because everything else was comped. Slow Burn, Woodford reserve based …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 1
re: Signature vs Vrada… binets that you can ask for dishes, silverware, etc. I actually like staying there as I spend most of my time between Aria, Bellagio, and Cosmo. Real easy walk to each of those places and the rooms are nice and the pool is great. I go to chill, so it checks a lot of boxes for me.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 1
re: Signature vs Vrada… all individually owned condos. The ones run by the hotel and booked through MGM are kinda run down a bit, but many have balconies. On AirBnb you can find some nicer ones (and some crappier ones) that have been remodeled for about the same price. If you don't have kids, Vdara is m …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 2
re: Is 3 nights at The Venetian worth it?Vegas is not a great place to use your amex credit as there are so many inexpensive places to stay and many offers/comps if you just join their clubs. It’s best suited to a regular vacation weekend somewhere else. In vegas you are seeing rack rates through amex which nobody pays. …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 1
re: MGM Resorts All Inclusive - Luxor & Excalibur (Book by 9/30/26)… op of special. Dinner ribeye steak at public house $48+ drink. Food total $126+$10drinks=$136 x2 days+Show tickets and roller coaster.. $80+ Roughly $352 value for 2 nights hanging around excalibur and Luxor side. Great for average person with no comps or pressure to chase comps.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Mar 31
re: MGM Resorts All Inclusive - Luxor & Excalibur (Book by 9/30/26)… ux ) Diablo’s is included and looks decent Pyramid cafe is convenient and consistent with great service This video explains a glitch with adding another person in the app and resultant frustration and discusses room types available, menus and pool options ( MB pool is offered whi …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Apr 10
re: Cosmo for a retirement ttrip… rincess and the Pea complaining about everything. If you get a room with a problem that's unacceptable to you, just ask them to move you. Arriving on a Monday, that should be no problem. They have something like 3,000 rooms. There's bound to be something wrong with a few of them, …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 5
re: How is Mandalay Baty these days?I literally was just making this decision a few days ago. I needed 2 nights at the end of a trip and had the same comp deal at MGM Grand and Mandalay Bay. I went with MGM Grand because of the refreshed rooms, the pool complex, it's location more north on the Strip, and the monora …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 4
re: Would you stay at Excalibur or Luxor?Counter point — spend $20-50 more (maybe) and try Mandalay / W or MGM Grand to gain access to their pool complex…. Might as well make a stay cation out of it? Esp if they are Bonvoy members W might have some decent rates for them and that’s an undeniably nice room they will remem …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 4
re: Hotel suggestions… ingo as a base of operations before this trip (usually stay at Cromwell (now vanderpump) or PH/Paris for a great mid priced set of rooms but we were pleasantly surprised by the wedding team at the flamingo... Don't overlook it Next morning a cabana at the go pool topped it off ..
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 7
re: Hotel suggestionsI'm a big fan of the Venetian and Palazzo. Cosmopolitan with the terrace, Vdara and Mandalay Bay as well. The Virgin rooms and sandy pool are lovely as well, but it's kinda far from the strip so less than ideal for first time visitors.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 6
re: Best hotel on the strip?Vdara- connected to several MGM hotel/casinos - Deuce bus stop out front of Cosmo/Bellagio- right across the street from the miracle mile shops for affordable eats- nice pool facilities without the crowd. Access to Bellagio- Cosmo- Aria -pools
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 7
re: Best hotel on the strip?… going on at that time. Also depends on what you are looking for in regards to location for what you want to do. If just hanging at a pool and a good room, but not luxury - I would recommend MGM Grand. It’s on south end of the strip but you can walk to center strip pretty easily.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 7
re: Harrah’s?Harrahs casino is way more fun than MGM, lower table limits and way more variety of slots. If you stay in the rear tower the monorail access is a more convenient than MGM MGM has way better restaurants and pool, but Harrahs has Carnaval Court and isn't far from Linq Promenade whi …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 9
re: Strip Optionsya, the better remodel wins in this poker hand. I do like Flamingo Pool. But Harrahs is like perfect position and better than Linq and Horse's Hoe imho. Anything else past LuxCalibur, yep
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 7
re: MGM Grand vs Mandalay BayMGM Grand wins for the atmosphere, but Mandalay Bay has a better pool experience. You can't beat that lazy river!
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 9
re: MGM Grand vs Mandalay Bay… s and bathrooms. We like that the property isn’t overwhelming. We prefer the pool and dining options. The new rooms at MGM Grand are nice and we like having a mini fridge in the room. It’s great to have a Monorail stop. The location is better and you have ABC and Target close by.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 9
re: Mandalay Bay QuestionsI love the rooms at Mandalay Bay . Two closets and a great bathroom. The pool area is amazing. I recommend the Aquarium. Honestly it's not that big a deal to get up the strip. As was mentioned grab the tram to Excalibur walk across to New York New York and the over to MGM Grand . …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 30
re: Mandalay Bay QuestionsYour room will have a Keurig so bring your own k-cups. Pool complex is on point. Plenty of food options in the resort. One of my favorite hotels!!!
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 30
re: Mandalay Bay QuestionsThe Mandalay Bay /W complex is way underrated. The resort has “good bones” and a ton of restaurants, something like 30 across the entire complex, including the Mandalay Place shops on the bridge to Luxor . I highly recommend Border Grill. The base rooms at W are particularly good …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Aug 30
re: Thoughts about hotels on the Fremont Street…Golden Nugget has all your requirements with the Gold Tower being easily accessed from check in. As JPW mentioned, pool side rooms have no Fremont noise, but there often is pool music during the day. Rush tower facing away from Fremont has always been very quiet, but a little lon …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 13
re: Property recommendations for 5-days trip: Fountain, VP or Cosmo?… lly we did it. And we did everything completely different than originally planned. Due to great offers we stayed two days at the Venetian and 3 more days at the Reserve . The Venetian was great and less crowded than expected. We had a rewly renovated loft double queen room - gorg …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 23
re: Luxor guests - Mandalay pool accessThe answer is no. I was there last month at Luxor and tried to get into Mandalay Bay pool and they said it's no longer available
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 12
re: Mr. & Mrs. Jones 9/7 - 9/12 Vdara, ParisOur last full day continued the theme of chilling out, resting in the room and doing some fun stuff. We went to Bellagio to see the Conservatory. Beautiful as always. Pics below. Stopped along the driveway to see a fountain show. Then made our way to the Americano Cafe at Paris . …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 12
re: Couples Massage / Day Spa Recommendation?… ago and we had to be separated for our time before the massage. The place was empty. Basically sat at the pool, sauna and steam room by myself. Then we reunited for the couple's massage. Total was just under $800. Not worth it for us so I would keep Aria off the list for the OP.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 13
re: Best low stakes hold 'emBellagio forsure. Nice room, easier filed. IMO the Wynn/Aria players pool is tougher. GL
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 12
re: Ellis Island, Excalibur, or Circus-Circus?… loor is a head scratcher, and the bars are 'just ok.' I did have a nice experience with a great bartender at the small, lounge-y bar near the main entrance. That and the pool area being kinda chill makes me want to return. The lack of decent VP has me seeking out greener pastures …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Apr 26
re: How to maximize mgm accelerator?I love that accelerator I jumped a whole tier level because of it. You can maximize your chances by concentrating most of your play in one day. Like if you had plans to go to a show or sit the pool, whatever do all that stuff on a different day and most of the gambling in one day …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 14
re: ARIA POOL ClosureThanks for the heads up. I’m sure lots of people are planning trips soon. I was there in July and liked it. But without the pool then it wouldn’t be as fun. Hopefully the Cosmo is lots of fun. I want to stay there sometime.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 19
re: ARIA POOL ClosureAria guests will be able to use the vdara, park mgm, and Cosmo pools. Cosmo pool is a good alternative since it overlooks the strip
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 20
re: ARIA POOL ClosureGlad I didn’t book my stay at Aria! I almost did, but decided another hotel was way better
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 23
re: Topless at Moorea Beach ClubI love Moorea my wife and I go to Vegas every year and always stay at Mandalay Bay. We just left July 17th and the day we left the pool was as crowded and hype as I’ve ever seen it. Pretty much 90-95 percent of the women were topless and it was just a great time. Pineapples every …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 20
re: The "Do it for Kachow!" Fontainebleau Slot Tournament TR 9/18-9/20Slacking here on the pics and updates. But trying to stay awake in the pedicure chair so what better time than now to tackle this. If there’s any typos it’s because I’ve fallen asleep while typing. I only got one picture of the tournament area yesterday at registration. I’ll do b …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 19
re: A Redo at Vdara without the crippling heat (hopefully)! Sep 16 - 22… rmelon juice - I missed the cafe' over at Aria so much when they closed it because it was great to have breakfast there with some watermelon juice! Now I'll have to venture over there for some bar top or a little HL play just to get some. I love that stuff. I like your room but a …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 18
re: Solo Vegas TripJust came back from a 4 day solo trip and I absolutely loved being by myself. I stayed at bellagio and the adult pool is quiet and relaxing. The other pools are pretty quiet too. First two nights I walked the south end of the strip and went into 4 other hotels. People watching is …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 20
re: Solo Vegas TripWhen traveling solo I love to go sit at the bar of a restaurant to eat. Agree on Momofuko. Din Tai Fung is good but a chain and not unique to Vegas. I loved Washing Potato and Chyna Club at Fontainebleau and Tao at Venetian. If you just go to a regular hotel pool and not a day cl …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 20
re: Solo Vegas TripSahara has a quiet chill pool so does Caesars Palace
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 21
re: First time visitors trying to choose best hotel… ian Resort and MGM Grand. (From Vegas.com/pools) Vdara is another non-smoking and non-gaming hotel. It's beautiful, but they don't have a year around pool. If you stay at an MGM property, you can go to any MGM property pool, sometimes for a small fee, same for Caesars properties.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 20
re: Fontainebleau - gimme all your tips!… of a party vibe because of the pool. On weekdays, the vibe is very sedate, almost quiet. For dinner, I think Mother Wolf is far and away the best option at the resort. If you are also getting up for a breakfast, La Fontaine is fantastic if its open one of the days you are there.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 15
re: Fontainebleau - gimme all your tips!Quick thoughts: One of the best pool complexes on the strip. The weekday vibe is pretty quiet, if you want to play basically any slot they are mostly open. El Bagel and Miami Slice are super good quick eat spots. Lounge scene on the weekends is nice. The entire property feels ver …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 15
re: Fontainebleau - gimme all your tips!… s, The Tavern would be a good spot to have a meal. It's like a sportsbook/restaurant all in one. We walked over to Westgate and caught the Monorail down to MGM Grand and back. It's a cheaper way to get into the main strip area, if that is something of interest to you. Enjoy your
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 16
re: Romantic Christmas Trip?Cosmo and enjoy the Ice Skating rink overlooking the strip. Make some smores, ice skate, they have some cool different hot chocolate drinks and cocktails. The spa at the Cosmo is good too. Fontainebleau also changes their pool area into a really cool Ice Skating area with cool vi …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 23
re: Romantic Christmas Trip?… downtown. We did the Stadium Swim experience at Circa for the UFC Fight on Sat and it was amazing!! Loved it!! Not sure what it's like in the winter, but if there's a game to watch, highly recommend. If you're adventurous, check out the zipline. Shows/Dinner Theater: Have loved a …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 21
re: City corner suite vdara thoughts?… t there is one more walkway after the Food Court and Pool The balcony and kitchenette are wonderful but closer than you may prefer in the normal room. The 1BR balcony is very apartmentlike, so in a room vs room, it wins because balcony. Vdara City Corner is a great giant square o …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 23
re: MGM Mobile Check-In: 3 Days Ahead?For many hotels early mobile check ins will scoop up the rooms available when it runs during the pre check out time (rooms empty the night before) Picture low floors or loading dock views and maybe some picturesque air conditioner systems. If one just wants an early room this may …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 24
re: Do not stay at Aria right now!!! Pool closed, no noticeStay where you like. Just giving information that we did not have upon booking or check in. They're literally turning hundreds of guest away at the pool. Telling them to use Park MGM, VDARA, oe Cosmo pools.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 24
re: You Only Get One First Impression: Taking MrsMolten to Vegas!Boy, what a pleasant check in experience and everyone that said what a notable difference the rooms are from Park MGM were exactly right. After a room cocktail unpacking, we've hit the Terrace pool. Boy is it a good thing we rented a daybed. Despite the very related vibe, free se …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 25
re: First Time Travelers… oth are on or a block away from the center strip near Planet Hollywood. Both have nice pools to. Park MGM for a quieter vibe, nice pool, and close to other big resorts like Bellagio and Aria to explore if you want, another great thing about this property is that it’s 100% smoke f
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 26
re: First Time TravelersPark MGM is the best beginner/clean place on the strip that doesn’t break the bank imo. Also smells the best because there is no smoking. It’s also pretty (not exactly but not far off) center of the strip and you have access to budget burger options on all 3 sides (Whataburger, S …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 26
re: First Time TravelersNot the best reputation as in dirty and falling apart, or just lackluster? Hoping to be closer to the center of everything with a decent pool. Doesn’t need to be an amazing pool, but The Venetian is probably excessive for us. Mandalay Bay sounds good, even if it’s on the south en …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 26
re: Stay and Show RecommendationsI’d do Palazzo as well. It’s not cheap but I had the best meal I e even had in Vegas at Maroon. A great show and dinner option is The Party at Superfrico. We go in the offseason often, and always spend a day at Circa Swim. More fun if there’s a sporting game on you like, but the …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 25
re: Looking for value and debating which Hotel to BookVdara will give you both the best experience. All of the things that make Vegas Vegas will be very accessible and he will be able to get out and get going to whatever he needs to do. The other two properties you mentioned are like islands with nothing nearby. You would NOT get th …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Looking for value and debating which Hotel to BookVdara. Very nice rooms with kitchens, very quiet because there is no casino on property, but still just a few short minutes to all the action. Nice pool and gym. All your hotel options require a cab/Uber to get downtown.
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Looking for value and debating which Hotel to Book… aurants except for a bar and a small Cafe with pre-made bites to eat. Rooms are spacious, clean and most importantly quiet. The area for Uber or Lyft pickup is right outside. The no food bit sucks but aria is within rock throwing distance and the cosmo connects to it via a indoor …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Fontainebleau vs Cosmopolitan for a first-timerGreat options! These are two of my fave places in Vegas. I've stayed at both many times, so here's my take on the pros and cons. **Cosmo** This was one of the first places I stayed in Vegas so it will always have a special place in my heart. Pros: * Terrace rooms - If a terrace r …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Fontainebleau vs Cosmopolitan for a first-timerWe love FB! We’ve stayed all over the strip in the past but this is our first time (in early October) going back to a hotel for the 2nd time. We usually try a new place each time BUT FB blew our minds last year. Why we liked it: absolute luxury, the restaurants are divine, pool w …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Fontainebleau vs Cosmopolitan for a first-timerFB really is excellent. I prefer it to Cosmo, I’d def do FB. It gives more of a Miami resort feel where it’s classy and kind of chill, partially because it’s never super busy which can be a positive and a negative. Excellent restaurants, great pool and I like proximity to Wynn, V …
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Best Hotel for Single in 50s… would be my guess for most consistently on the older side. I’d choose Circa which is a 21+ building and is on Fremont as opposed to the strip (my personal preference). Circa is especially good if yall are sports fans as they have the best sports book and pool to watch. Have fun!
r/vegas · in the thread · Sep 27
re: Luxor or Excalibur - All Inclusive (Book by 2/28/27)… op of special. Dinner ribeye steak at public house $48+ drink. Food total $126+$10drinks=$136 x2 days+Show tickets and roller coaster.. $80+ Roughly $352 value for 2 nights hanging around excalibur and Luxor side. Great for average person with no comps or pressure to chase comps.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Mar 31
re: Luxor or Excalibur - All Inclusive (Book by 2/28/27)… ux ) Diablo’s is included and looks decent Pyramid cafe is convenient and consistent with great service This video explains a glitch with adding another person in the app and resultant frustration and discusses room types available, menus and pool options ( MB pool is offered whi …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Apr 10
re: Vdara City corner suite thoughts?… t there is one more walkway after the Food Court and Pool The balcony and kitchenette are wonderful but closer than you may prefer in the normal room. The 1BR balcony is very apartmentlike, so in a room vs room, it wins because balcony. Vdara City Corner is a great giant square o …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 23
re: Inner-tubes at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas… tand up as the lazy river is not deep and you won’t be over your head. Please go and have fun! I see you mention you’re going in a few weeks - it’s possible the lazy river will be closed by then. Vegas pools are seasonal. MGM usually has one pool open year round (the Producers po …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 1
re: Dumped before departureGolden Gate casino, it's an hour open bar. Sometime around 5 or 6 pm. May have a long line though. Circa is 21+ and has a good vibe if you're into gambling. Hit up stadium swim there, they have basically an outdoor sportsbook and the pools are heated. Music goes until late
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 4
re: Hooker Stories… NYNY when a woman comes up to me complaining she can't get a drink (yea right, the bar is packed in the morning) and sits next to me and starts rubbing my leg. Before she could go into her pitch my cell phone rang and it was my Dad who was at the NYNY pool and was coming to see m …
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Jun 15
re: Sipping September… out since I’m a foodie and it was advertised that there would be food along with the chefs. However, I was extremely disappointed that it was basically drinks with light bites. I left extremely hungry and upset. I don’t really drink so the drinks didn’t interest me. I’m sure they
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Sep 30
re: Bar Recs: USA vs Mexico, Sat. Oct 3rd… actual bars with big screens just the sports books. I like the one at Caesar's and Venetian. Off the strip I would definitely recommend the George at Durango casino or Stadium Swim at Circa. If all else fails just look for the Mexican restaurants lol they'll for sure have it on.
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Oct 1
re: Bar Recs: USA vs Mexico, Sat. Oct 3rd… actual bars with big screens just the sports books. I like the one at Caesar's and Venetian. Off the strip I would definitely recommend the George at Durango casino or Stadium Swim at Circa. If all else fails just look for the Mexican restaurants lol they'll for sure have it on.
r/LasVegas · in the thread · Oct 1
re: I have some questions about my single solo trip to Vegas… trips to Vegas as a woman in my 30s, so right off the bat just want to say--it's a really fun thing to do and it will not be nearly as awkward as you might fear! It's awesome you're still going despite your friend having to drop out. I don't gamble much but I think to get $15 and …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 2
re: I have some questions about my single solo trip to Vegas… and I say this becuz usually my buddy and I stay at the Excalibur for comp deals but he does the pool thing and he liked it there. For fun sports bar you can look into the circa it has the nice stadium seating but it cost bucks so all the single cheap folks head to the 2nd floor.
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 2
re: Best hotel for up market pool vibesI would check out Cosmo. It’s in a great location and if you get a fountain view room, the views are amazing. The wraparound terrace suite is my favorite but any fountain view should be great. The crowd tends to be pretty fun and lively. You’ll see a few kids but not many. (Hones …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 3
re: Some Mandalay Bay Questions… is nice, but if you don't want to walk it, you can jump on the tram. I think the strip view rooms are great. The views are some of the best and you can generally see the whole Vegas valley. You made a good choice. Have fun and let us know how you liked it when your trip is over.
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Oct 4
re: Air Temps for pool daysI go overy February for Super Bowl weekend and if it is above 70, I go to the pool. I am staying at Virgin and Mandalay Bay and both have heated pools. I am from Albany NY so going from 10 degrees tp 70 is like a heat wave
VegasMessageBoard · in the thread · Oct 6
re: Recommendations for familyCircus Circus gets a lot of side-eye but hear me out, their pool setup is actually perfect for kids that age and the Adventuredome is right there. The rooms won't blow your mind but they're clean and you can get connecting suites without selling a kidney. If the budget's bigger, …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 5
re: Recommendations for familyMandalay Bay or MGM Grand are your best bets. Rates are good, pool areas are good for kids, and Mandalay Bay especially is great since it’s so far down the strip, so you can stay away from some of the fray of center strip. A 2 and 4 year old don’t need to be in the midst of that …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 6
re: Recommendations for familyTry Westgate Flamingo Bay Resort. It’s off strip, but has a shuttle. It has a beautiful pool but most pools in Vegas are closed in February. Rooms are huge, with a full kitchen and separate bedroom. Otherwise, pretty much any of the Strip resorts would work for you depending on y …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 5
re: Recommendations for familyStay away from the strip. That's more for first time 21+. Go to Red Rock Resort. Nice pool, great casino and you dont deal with crazy tourists. They have a movie theater, Bowling alley, good food. It where the locals stay. Way more laid back then the strip.
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 5
re: 40th birthday tripFlamingo is a great location on the strip, pool is super fun and the flamingo rooms are the newest remodeled. I stay there a lot and enjoy it. Have fun!
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 7
re: Cosmopolitan UpgradeI had this happen at MGM. I had a high level suite and there was a link to upgrade. I clicked it wondering what it could be. I decided a shuffleboard table wasn’t better than a pool table so I declined. When I checked in I was assigned the upgraded room with the extra charge. Aft …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 10
re: Quiet rooms at/near Caesars, ideally with view… two towers and fountain rooms are typically OK for noise. Paris and Planet Hollywood could also fit your budget if you are OK there. I had a fountain view room at PH a few years ago and it was probably the best view of the fountains I've had beyond a wraparound terrace at Cosmo.
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 11
re: Is it weird to stay downtown with a toddler?I’d get the child very good quality headphones. Also Fremont may have a haze of weed all over. Golden Nugget may allow kids. There’s not much for your MIL to do with a small child. Pool may be closed. It’s noisy inside.
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 13
re: The Reserve or AriaI'm a big fan of the Aria as a resort - just great ambiance, lots of stuff to do, fantastic location, etc. The minute I check in there I'm in vacation mode - just a great combination of energy and fun. I generally check in and just grab a drink at the open bar near the elevators …
r/vegas · in the thread · Oct 14
Figures as of 2026-08-27.