trekker954 wrote:

Thanks, although you didn't advise the same hotel. hmmmmmmm. Hard decision. Wish the Marriott Grand was a cat 5, then I might have gone without a car rental. With all the construction around there, they should offer it at a cat 5. I've stayed at the Cosmo my last two visits; but I need to use this certificate. Last two years I mistakenly let it expire.

I was originally going to stay down by the airport residence inn. They would give me a shuttle to Mandalay and I do know the traffic nightmare on the strip, yet how convenient all the garages are free parking. I also took note of the temperature. yikes. I'm a Floridian. Vegas is going to be freezing next weekend. In the end I got a Budget rental for $40 total for my 1 1/2 days. Saturday I'll need to have the car for warmth in between my busy schedule as my flight home isn't until 11 pm so even if they allow me a 2 pm checkout I'll need to keep my overnight bag somewhere and won't want to head all the way back north. My last show will be at the MGM. Between arrival on Friday morning and my flight home sat night, I'm seeing 5 shows AND doing the shark reef as well as the Secret Garden and of course getting my slots on.

soccerpapi replies:

I think I prefer the Renaissance Hotel more because I have stayed there often and I like the staff. Overall, very satisfied with the hotel. Stayed there probably 10 times over the last 3 years.

I think Sharon likes the Marriott better for more or less the same reasons.

If you prefer a breakfast buffet, the Marriott is the winner. The breakfast at the Renaissance Hotel would be ala carte on the weekends when the lounge is closed.

In any case, I think they are both good choices.

I don't recommend the Fairfield Inn, Courtyard or Residence Inn in the south area if you are spending most of your time on the strip. They are OK hotels, but far from the strip. These are more llike suburban hotels and are good for those wanting to be away from the strip.

soccer