8 Dudes going to Las Vegas
Sep 18, 2011, 9:46 am
#16
Join Date: Jun 2010
Posts: 44
If you are going with a group of guys, you don't want to stay at the Signature. It is not on the strip, and I believe it doesn't even have a casino. If it were me, I would use Priceline and bid on a 5-star hotel in the Strip North bidding zone. Right now the Venetian is going for around $100/night (varies by date) based on a forum post on HotelDealsRevealed. http://www.hoteldealsrevealed.com/fo...hp?f=32&p=3970
Just my opinion but I'd avoid those off-strip timeshare hotels that are off the strip and without a casino.
Just my opinion but I'd avoid those off-strip timeshare hotels that are off the strip and without a casino.
Sep 18, 2011, 10:55 am
#17
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 470
If you are going with a group of guys, you don't want to stay at the Signature. It is not on the strip, and I believe it doesn't even have a casino. If it were me, I would use Priceline and bid on a 5-star hotel in the Strip North bidding zone. Right now the Venetian is going for around $100/night (varies by date) based on a forum post on HotelDealsRevealed. http://www.hoteldealsrevealed.com/fo...hp?f=32&p=3970
Just my opinion but I'd avoid those off-strip timeshare hotels that are off the strip and without a casino.
Just my opinion but I'd avoid those off-strip timeshare hotels that are off the strip and without a casino.
Sep 19, 2011, 2:15 pm
#20
Original Poster
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 4
What is up with the PH towers? Are they nice? Nicer than MGM?
We still are working on concert tickets. I talked to them at the MGM hotel and they have some reserved for those who are apart of mlive, but you have to have played in the last 18 months. Do you think if we booked 4 rooms there they would let us get access to buy them? Maybe I should just call?
Anyone ever stayed in the MGM and at PH Towers?
We still are working on concert tickets. I talked to them at the MGM hotel and they have some reserved for those who are apart of mlive, but you have to have played in the last 18 months. Do you think if we booked 4 rooms there they would let us get access to buy them? Maybe I should just call?
Anyone ever stayed in the MGM and at PH Towers?
Sep 20, 2011, 11:38 am
#21
Join Date: May 2009
Location: Boston, MA
Programs: AA Million Miler, Mosaic, Delta Platinum
Posts: 1,561
I've stayed at MGM and Planet Hollywood, and both of those would be good for you. I used to recommend Mandalay Bay for your demographic but that place seems to be fading a bit from the hip scene. At least that was my impression in March and July. You might consider Aria too.
Vegas and concert ticket access are all about the big gamblers; generally getting a block of rooms won't get you much. You should rely on the box office or standard resale outlets unless you guys have big gambling budgets.
Vegas and concert ticket access are all about the big gamblers; generally getting a block of rooms won't get you much. You should rely on the box office or standard resale outlets unless you guys have big gambling budgets.
Nov 7, 2011, 8:03 pm
#22
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Programs: AA EP, UA MM
Posts: 135
I agree. MB has really gone down hill over the past few years. Spent my annual fall football weekend w/ college buddies there recently and was really disappointed. The place looked run-down, the staff was rude and the prices were higher than ever. Next time i'm staying at Cosmo or Encore. Very cool places.
Nov 8, 2011, 11:18 am
#23
Join Date: Oct 2004
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MGM is the biggest casino hotel 
. I've stayed there 3 times before. It's closest to the airport. The hotel is fun for late night Poker and Black Jack. Also, if you want to just relax, grab a beer with the guys and go sit in the betting chairs. It'll be crowded though, but nonetheless enjoy!
. I've stayed there 3 times before. It's closest to the airport. The hotel is fun for late night Poker and Black Jack. Also, if you want to just relax, grab a beer with the guys and go sit in the betting chairs. It'll be crowded though, but nonetheless enjoy!
BN
Nov 9, 2011, 7:14 pm
#24
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Programs: AA EP, UA MM
Posts: 135
Yes the Venetian is larger, but not by much. If you include the Signature and SkyLoft in the MGM complex, than it's only a few hundred rooms less than the Venetian/Palazzo.
Nov 12, 2011, 3:29 am
#25
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: PDX
Programs: HHonors Gold since '02, Hertz President's Circle since '07
Posts: 3,226
Can't resist putting in my $0.02, which is frequently different from other people's take on Vegas, so keep that in mind when making your decision.
Hooters. 4 rooms, 2 beds in each, $85 each after $50 Entertainment rebate.
1) Across the street from MGM.
2) Everybody in their own bed.
3) Just off the strip (walk).
4) Save your money for spending.
5) Hooters is perfect for 25 year olds.
6) You can afford a fifth room. Call it the Privacy Salon.
If you really like the idea of cheap (I do -- I don't go first class in Vegas -- like I said, I'm different) all of these are cheaper because of location:
up strip -- Circus Circus, Stratosphere
off strip -- Mardis Gras (very big rooms), Continental Suites (no casino, free wifi)
downtown -- Plaza, El Cortez
Finally, check rates repeatedly. They change all the time through the week! Frequently outstanding deals will be found during off hours Mon-Wed. I think they do this to get you intrigued, but you delay the decision, then when the prices go up you buy high because you are afraid to lose the deal.
But in truth, with Vegas, I book then check again and again. I have seen $60 rooms come down to $20 for short periods of time. So I always book refundable rooms, then snatch them up when the price drops.
http://entertainment.com/hotels12 is where you will find the info for the rebate program; must book through this engine.
Hooters. 4 rooms, 2 beds in each, $85 each after $50 Entertainment rebate.
1) Across the street from MGM.
2) Everybody in their own bed.
3) Just off the strip (walk).
4) Save your money for spending.
5) Hooters is perfect for 25 year olds.
6) You can afford a fifth room. Call it the Privacy Salon.
If you really like the idea of cheap (I do -- I don't go first class in Vegas -- like I said, I'm different) all of these are cheaper because of location:
up strip -- Circus Circus, Stratosphere
off strip -- Mardis Gras (very big rooms), Continental Suites (no casino, free wifi)
downtown -- Plaza, El Cortez
Finally, check rates repeatedly. They change all the time through the week! Frequently outstanding deals will be found during off hours Mon-Wed. I think they do this to get you intrigued, but you delay the decision, then when the prices go up you buy high because you are afraid to lose the deal.
But in truth, with Vegas, I book then check again and again. I have seen $60 rooms come down to $20 for short periods of time. So I always book refundable rooms, then snatch them up when the price drops.
http://entertainment.com/hotels12 is where you will find the info for the rebate program; must book through this engine.
Nov 12, 2011, 3:40 am
#26
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: PDX
Programs: HHonors Gold since '02, Hertz President's Circle since '07
Posts: 3,226
Oh, and there is Imperial Palace (some call it a dump) and South Point (very nice, but way south of Strip) both for about $50 per night and NO RESORT FEE.
I hate resort fees.
I hate resort fees.
Nov 12, 2011, 10:53 pm
#28
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: PDX
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Posts: 3,226
Nov 14, 2011, 11:07 am
#29
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 56
Can't resist putting in my $0.02, which is frequently different from other people's take on Vegas, so keep that in mind when making your decision.
Hooters. 4 rooms, 2 beds in each, $85 each after $50 Entertainment rebate.
1) Across the street from MGM.
2) Everybody in their own bed.
3) Just off the strip (walk).
4) Save your money for spending.
5) Hooters is perfect for 25 year olds.
6) You can afford a fifth room. Call it the Privacy Salon.
Hooters. 4 rooms, 2 beds in each, $85 each after $50 Entertainment rebate.
1) Across the street from MGM.
2) Everybody in their own bed.
3) Just off the strip (walk).
4) Save your money for spending.
5) Hooters is perfect for 25 year olds.
6) You can afford a fifth room. Call it the Privacy Salon.
Saw a deal on Travelzoo that a friend passed on to me, pretty good deal IMO.
http://www.travelzoo.com/hotels/las-...for-2-1132870/
For only $20 per night, live it up at a Las Vegas hotel close to The Strip. This deal not only slashes as much as 60% off regular rates, it includes $50 in extras (per stay):
Pool or Strip view room upgrade
Two steak dinners
Coffee mug with refills
$10 in bonus play when playing $30
Travel Sundays-Thursdays, Nov. 14 - Jan. 31. Regular-priced Fridays and Saturdays from $33 per night are also available with all the extras. Combine weekdays and weekends for a stay full of savings.
The hotel is across the street from MGM Grand near the Las Vegas Monorail, allowing easy travel to major attractions.
Not available on: Nov. 24; Dec. 1, 4-5, 7-8, 25-29; Jan. 1-5, 8-12, 15, 22-26, 29 (These dates may be available at higher rates.)
Note: A $7.50 daily resort fee applies.
Book by Nov. 18. Top 20 deal – sells out quickly.
Nov 29, 2011, 4:12 am
#30
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: HAM, GVA
Programs: LH MM
Posts: 315
Hey guys, and if one would want to dish up a little more (needless to say, as little as possible) for "a suite that sleeps 8"? Does anyone have any good ideas/experience?
edit: no need for answering. found everything in the link Rut Dog provided.
edit: no need for answering. found everything in the link Rut Dog provided.
Last edited by Lennart; Nov 29, 2011 at 6:03 am