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作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-9 10:24 標題: Las Vegas 5 stars hotel

Cost is very close, please suggest which one is the best.We have 2 adults and 1 small kid.

Bellagio  $523.01
Venetian  $523.09
Encore at Wynn Las Vegas  $545.91
Aria at CityCenter $513.90
Palazzo $556.98
Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas $559.61

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-9 10:35

I suggest you to stay in Aria (or even better: Vdara) , Cosmo is good too. modern style. I like that they are new and right in the center. If you like shopping more rather than gambling, it is a better choice.

Palazzo / Venetian / Encore - Very Nice too. I haven't stayed these three before. European style. Try it out! may be you like it.

Bellagio not suggest la.

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-9 10:43

I stayed in Venetian...not like it (maybe because i was giving a no good room). Looks old and dark (no view at all).

Encore and Wynn are very nice. (Encore even better). But poor location IMO. Too far away.

I almost pick Bellagio last time but didn't. But I do think the new one would be better.
And I heard Vdara has no casino. For non-gamblers would be great.

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-9 10:43

Another tips for you.. Rent a car. (look for priceline or car site for deal). End up you pay much less and more flexible. Driving in Vegas is not tough. Very simple. If you driver, either park in self park or valet. Valet is free. U only need to pay tips. few bucks.

  I usually do valet if go to high class hotel, like venetian.. lol.

If you really want to taxi, then remember, tell them you want to go on the strip instead of highway to your hotel. Highway is 'faster' but it is a longer route. Actually, the taxi driver should ask you because by law they have to drive u with the shortest route.  But most of them don't do that.  Keep that in mind.  Not only when u go from airport to hotel, even hotel to hotel, tell them u don't want to go on highway. Of course, provided that you are not in rush.
Also, remember one more thing, except for driving u from Airport to Hotel which has an extra fee, other than that, you only need to pay the number on the meter and tips IF they provide u good service. Yes.. They are tricky.  One of the mother fcuker try to charge us tax on top of the meter, with hotel fee, and with tips.  like double the actual cost.  Of course, we didn't pay that. So, treat those taxi driver as greedy mother fcuker and you can save a lot.

That's my tips to help you have a happy trip.

If u like, I can give u tips for food..etc. hahaha I have been to vegas at least 10 times in last two years.

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-9 10:45

Also, for hotel, the price you are putting up is weekend price (Fri-Sat).
FYI, Sunday - Thursday normally is way cheaper. especially Sunday if not long weekend.

You should go to priceline or other hotel deal site to check it out. I've never paid full price to stay at these hotels.

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-9 10:50

driving on the strip? traffic is SOOOOO busy wor....the taxi meter goes faster than my heart beat!

I did rent a car last time (for the first time), sadly I can't find any deals...(I was upset because everyone said there's deal and renting car should be cheap...)
I had a van and then pickup/drop off at different location...maybe that's why.
But if anyone has good tips on renting a van...plz share..seems like all deals are just for sedan.

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-9 12:38

本帖最後由 rainbow-davie 於 2012-8-9 12:42 編輯

No.. driving in the strip is not bad.  U know how much longer if you go on highway?  I have calculated out. that's much cheap to ask the taxi to drive on the strip than highway. But.. I had too many bad experience with taxi.  So, still.. I will say no taxi.

For rental, usually you can find something less than $10 a day for compact car.  of course, they will ask you to buy insurance.  U don't need to buy the expensive one. just the normal one.  So, end up about $20-30 a day. Hey.  one taxi trip already $10.  if you go from hotel to hotel to hotel, at least $50 on taxi a day.

and nowaday, in Les vegas, u rent car from one place, and drop at the same place. It is centralized now.  and there is shuttle from airport to the car rental building.  and you can find all rental companies there.
i just did a simple search in google a minute ago and went to some 'low fare' 'cheap rental' car site and i see rate from $11-15 a day from Budget etc.

well.. just my 2 cents that I will tell anyone I know going to Vegas. Rent a car.  Don't take taxi.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-9 12:50

Thanks for all the input.

Yes, please suggest good restaurant too.
And any places good for young kid?

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-9 13:37

Also, which month is better?

Sep, Oct or Nov

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-9 14:09

回復 7# rainbow-davie

Yeah I'm expecting $20-$30 a day for car rental. But renting a van seems a different story, plus I'm renting from Las Vegas but returning in LA.
End up about $100 a day....and some goes to $140 a day ar...

作者: pkphilip 時間: 2012-8-9 15:16

本帖最後由 pkphilip 於 2012-8-9 15:32 編輯

Since you are Vegas newbie, here's what I have to say.

When: Vegas is good all year around, I will not go during summer months. Those 3 months you asked for, they are all good.

Accomodations: Why pay for 5 stars when you are out most of the day? My last "super-cheap" stay at Vegas is at Circus Circus, not as new, but sufficient. On your 3 choices, I go for: Aria at CityCenter $513.90, Palazzo $556.98, Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas $559.61

Transport: Rent a car - last time I bidded a mid-size for like $18/day + tax at priceline. I drove about 150 miles in 5 days (mostly outside of the strip). Bring your own GPS, get ICBC for out of country rental coverage and you are all set.

What to do: Shows, shows, shows + shopping. See Vegas.com for shows and shopping at Fashion Show Mall and Premium Outlet is a must. We saw most of Cirque Du Soleli and they are AMAZING!

What to eat:

1 - Lotus of Siam for dinner
Best Thai ever. Order garlic prawns, one of the fried sea bass dishes and massaman curry. That will fill you 2 up easily. No reservation needed. Lots of room. DO NOT go for the lunch buffet.

2 - Bouchon at Venetian for breakfast
Either go at 7AM or after 9AM. Get a patio seat - wait if you must. Worth it. The dinner is French bistro -- kinda meh for the money. No reservations taken.

3 - Milos at Cosmopolitan for lunch
Get a patio seat. Seriously. Get the lunch prix fixe. If you like it, I recommend paying extra for the octopus appie. Sooooo good. Order the whole fish for your main. It's huge and a ridiculously good value. The included desserts are meh. But you won't care coz you'll be so full by then. I don't think they take reservations... but you might want to check.

4 - Fukuburger for late late night (11PM+)
AMAZING burger. These guys know flavour profile and just exactly how much to put onto the bread. Get the tamago burger - it's their specialty. Order whatever else you like. There WILL be a lineup. The later you go, the smaller the line. I'm talking 2 AM...

5 - Raku for dinner/late-dinner
Order the agedashi tofu - best I've EVER had. Order anything on their specials menu. Make reservations at least a week in advance. I'm not kidding.

What to watch out for: Time Share people, they will offer you free/discounted stuff and just kindly tell them "I am leaving today". If something is too good, it is probably. Go to Walmart the first thing you leave airport, pickup some bottle water for cheap, you will need it.

Get the most out of the trip:
Priceline, Hotwire, Kayak are your friends. You can also sign up for hotel's email list to get some special discounts too. If days are flexible, watch for WestJet Vacation, AlaskaAir Vacation sites, they may have package that will save you lots. Fly from Bellingham via Alaska or Allegiant is about $200 cheaper than YVR per person.

For priceline and horwire, you can try your luck to bid a 4-5 stars for under $100/night. Please do the homework before and check the overall pricing as they are final. They have a bid history for Vegas and I go by that.

I try to go to Vegas once a year as it is very economical.. but my wedding is soon so I need to save up.

Finally... if you ask me, I will leave the kids at home. Vegas is not kid-friendly. :-)

PS. Get me a bottle of wine in Total Wine! They are like the superstore of wines!

Philip

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-9 15:41

Any reasons why Aria >> Palazzo >> Cosmopolitan ?
Thanks for your wonderful suggestions.... Love it....

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-9 15:58

Actually....vegas is not that bad w/ kids...
I would bring my bb again when she's a bit older ...here's what I think kids can do: take the gondola ride in venetian, go to M&M store, 3D iMax movie (i think they still have)
And just to walk around different mall could be enjoyable...(there's a large toy store inside Caesar Palace mall.

And why stay in 3 star hotel when staying in 5 or 6 star hotel is just the price of 3 star hotel elsewhere?

作者: pkphilip 時間: 2012-8-9 19:43

Actually....vegas is not that bad w/ kids...
I would bring my bb again when she's a bit older ...her ...
fibbi 發表於 2012-8-9 15:58

I have no preference on those 3 because they are all new and luxrious.

If you shop around, I am sure MGM Grand, New York New York could be booked at less than $90 a night. I was able to book New York New York for $80 a night from Priceline, then I asked nicely at checkin, they gave us a quieter building on the 34th floor. It was quiet.

Vegas is noisy all day around, so ask nicely and see if they could upgrade/change to a better room.

Philip

作者: low_B 時間: 2012-8-9 20:36

Rent car I think I like national, coz u join the club of national (free) and u can choose all kind of car with compact ( I remember) car price

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-9 21:16

回復 14# pkphilip

I can book treasure island about 80 a night too. But ay the end I stay at Wynn and Venetian, just because I am going with parents and want them to stay in better hotel.

作者: sko 時間: 2012-8-9 22:35

If staying within strip and nearby, I would just taxi... actually very affordable and convenient.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-10 09:28

Which online booking site is better?
Or should I book from the travel agent?

作者: Jennie 時間: 2012-8-10 10:06

I think it's cheaper to buy an air+hotel package from a travel agent. I paid about $650 per person for West Jet+ 4 nights in the Venetians in September 2009. They were having a promotion then, the 4th night was for free.
BTW, the room in the Venetians was big with one king-size bed. 3 TVs, (1 in the bathroom, but no view.

作者: fibbi 時間: 2012-8-10 10:52

回復 19# Jennie

I thinking booking thru travel agent should be cheaper if you depart from Vancouver.
BUT ... if you depart from Bellingham, it should save even more...

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-10 13:34

Oh. by the way, I just got an email with promotion code (20% off + $35 resort credit ) for Vdara

let me know if any of u interested, and I can message u.

By the way, I kinda disagree with Philip.  I had HORRIBLE experience with Circuit Circuit. and it is old, stink and terrified by low-class gamblers.

For newbie to Vegas, i suggest u stay in a Good hotel, not crappy one.  Because only you stay comfortably, then you can enjoy the trip.

For food, one more choice:
In Caesar Palace, the Forum section's lowest floor, there is a steak house "Joe's steakhouse" http://www.joes.net/las-vegas
I had the best steak and best crab cake there.  the boil stone crab crawl is good but not necessary.

Well.. travel agency... I usually book the entire trip myself online and usually can keep under $500 per person with flight & hotel for 4-5 days.

I stayed in several hotels and here is my ranking from top to bottom .

Vdara
Aria
Trump
NYNY
Bellagio
Flamingo
Luxor
Circuit

作者: ACC-HE 時間: 2012-8-10 14:31

本帖最後由 ACC-HE 於 2012-8-10 14:33 編輯

some said http://www.lasvegas.com/ is the cheapest, but you need a USD credit card.
stayed at Vdara last time, a little far from the strip, but non-smoking.

作者: librazhy 時間: 2012-8-12 15:02

is it VRAUGOL?

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-12 21:00

Thanks for all the input.
I booked Cosmo 5 days 4 nights with WestJet for under $600 per person...
I am happy with that.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-15 22:08

I tried priceline.com website and I try to bid a car rental. I am unsure if this is the price I need to pay. How does it work?

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作者: pkphilip 時間: 2012-8-15 22:26

Basically with Priceline, the final price you see "in green" will be the total you pay. Keep in mind that Priceline bid are final and no refund. If the price is too low, then you will have to wait 24 hours to bid again on the same "grade". You can bid as many as you want as long as you are not choosing the same grade.

I would suggest you read through the fine details in the Name Your Own Price section as there are a lot of small details you may want to know.

Philip

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2012-8-16 09:09

Thanks Philip,

I tried Priceline but they only have LV Airport to choose from. I don't want to rent the car until the last 3 days. Do they have any car rental on the strip?

作者: pkphilip 時間: 2012-8-16 21:03

Unfortunately, most of the travel site only offers car rental at the airport. If you need to book a car in the strip, probably need to find it and book it directly.

I think Budget with Costco code is the cheapest in Vegas. Both of my last trips were using Costco BCD codes and by using Express, it's so fast to get it and out.

Philip

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-20 12:07

I tried priceline.com website and I try to bid a car rental. I am unsure if this is the price I need ...
吳孟達發表於 2012-8-15 22:08

ya.. not bad.

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2012-8-20 12:07

本帖最後由 rainbow-davie 於 2012-8-20 12:09 編輯

Thanks Philip,

I tried Priceline but they only have LV Airport to choose from. I don't want to ren ...
吳孟達發表於 2012-8-16 09:09

That's the ONLY rental place in Vegas. ALl rentals centralized in one place.

and if u want to rent on the strip. yes. there is.. but for luxury car only.

if u want to rent the last 3 days only, then just take a cap to car rental centre. isn't that easy?

or if you like, you can take shuttle from hotel to airport. and take another shuttle from airport to car rental centre.

作者: yungfourfour 時間: 2013-1-29 14:05

本帖最後由 yungfourfour 於 2013-1-29 14:13 編輯

I am planning to go to vegas AND grand canyon at the same time I definitely need some suggestions.

1.  It seemed like it is much cheaper when buying flight tickets and hotels (or even bidding cars) separately vs. buying the package ......I checked departure for both vancouver and bellingham and I still find doing the "package" myself way cheaper .....  ( and better flight time/ direct flight too if I get my own flights).  Is that true? or am I just missing some great website deals? (I guess I have to be specific for the fact that I would prefer 5 star hotels, preferably cosmo/aria/vdera)

2.  Where and when is the best time to hunt for show ticket deals (or flight deals or hotel deals)?

3.  How much do you guys normally tip for room upgrades and if possible, waiving resort fee ? (I've heard complaining works but I am trying to avoid doing that)

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2013-1-29 14:25

1) depends. u have to check actively. better to check flight tickets earlier and in weekday day time. but, u know.. nowaday, everything is seafood price. so no guarantee u will get the best deal. as long as u get a deal u can afford and u feel good, then just do it. don't wait.
2) as early as possible
3) tip for room upgrade? u can't get upgrade by tips wor. u can't waive resort fee by tips...

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2013-1-29 15:47

For free room upgrade, search Las Vegas $20 tips on Google.
I just did it for Cosmo and upgraded to a room with kitchen and balcony.

作者: yungfourfour 時間: 2013-1-29 18:03

1) depends. u have to check actively. better to check flight tickets earlier and in weekday day ti ...
rainbow-davie 發表於 2013-1-29 14:25

The way to do it is to slip it inside your passport while checking in. I've heard people putting $20 I've heard putting $50. I just want to get the idea of the "benchmark price".

I have also heard people saying they came for honeymoon and got the resort fees waived. And the other way is complaint right away when the room cleanup job is not done properly/ bottled water is not there....and.....I don't want to go by this route......... :S

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2013-1-30 11:15

本帖最後由 rainbow-davie 於 2013-1-30 11:17 編輯

The way to do it is to slip it inside your passport while checking in. I've heard people putt ...
yungfourfour 發表於 2013-1-29 18:03

really?? that i haven't heard about. Sounds like improper wor. hahaha.

let me ask my frds who work in hotel

However, when i was in SF few months ago, I got upgrade because the room's hot water is not hot. I got upgrade to a deluxe designer style room. But that's a legitimate complain though. lol

作者: yungfourfour 時間: 2013-1-30 12:08

本帖最後由 yungfourfour 於 2013-1-30 12:10 編輯

really?? that i haven't heard about. Sounds like improper wor. hahaha.

let me ask my frds who ...
rainbow-davie 發表於 2013-1-30 11:15

Haha, yes "improper" but that is a sin city XD..... that's how front desk made better fortune under this economy I guess....and when I googled the 20 dollar tip trick thing it does show success rate of 84%........if they can't find anything they will pay you back ~

Anyways, last night I successfully bid Vdera hotel for 4 nights at $69/ night on Priceline. I am very happy!

作者: 布小熊 時間: 2013-1-30 12:46

Haha, yes "improper" but that is a sin city XD..... that's how front desk made better fortune ...
yungfourfour 發表於 2013-1-30 12:08 PM

hey can you bid specific hotel on priceline now?! that's great!

作者: yungfourfour 時間: 2013-1-30 13:23

hey can you bid specific hotel on priceline now?! that's great!
布小熊發表於 2013-1-30 12:46

I wish, unfortunately you can't.... I just narrowed down the hotels i liked (Vdera, Aria, Cosmo) using http://www.biddingtraveler.com/, which is a tool that helps you to look at historical prices and hotels in such area. Before I place my bid I also checked the prices and RATINGs at hotwire + express deals at hotwire.....managed to narrow it down that way.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2013-1-30 18:03

My success rate so far is 100% at Vegas (for the $20 upgrade tips)
You can do the same for car rental at Vegas too...haha

作者: pkphilip 時間: 2013-1-30 22:30

本帖最後由 pkphilip 於 2013-1-30 22:31 編輯

You can bid on priceline on specific? Nice!

To be fair, I think any hotel on the strip is decent. Just some are more decent/upscale. If you plan to sleep a lot, then go for more decent, otherwise I tend to find a good bed and play all day the day after.

Philip

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-6 15:32

唔算好平﹐特別係名牌﹐我試過響 NY 買到更平的。。。

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-6 15:49

Since there are so many experts here, I'd also like to know if there is anything special for Vegas? I've been there for a few times already but I'd like to get any update from you guys, is there any new shows? Especially those free ones? Or is there any website that I can look at for more information? I'd like to stay there for 5 days and want to fill up my days with lovely activities. Now that I planned a day at the factory outlet, another day for shark reef at Mandalay Bay (just read your post to learn that), anyone has good suggestions for me? Many thanks

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2013-2-6 17:24

本帖最後由 rainbow-davie 於 2013-2-6 17:25 編輯

free show?  well.. bellagio fountain.  TI volcano??
Come on.. go there just pay for good shows. I will watch Celine Dion (if still on) for sure.  I did, and it was an incredible experience.  By the way, you gotta dress up.  Don't "Tek Tall" and be Big 6.. ok?

other shows I watched and recommend to watch:
Crique du soleil - Zumanity
Crique du soleil - Mystere
Blue Man show

Dont' watch:
Chris Angel
O
KA

if u like hot guys.. then Jersey boys

New shows.. The dream??

http://www.vegas.com/shows/  just Google.

Suggestion well..
1) Don't go to the damn dam
2) No need to visit all hotels
3) No need to visit the Luxor so called Egyptian Museum
4) No need to go to distant hotels... like circus,,etc or Stratosphere (unless u wanna play roller coaster on the tower)

Suggestion:
1) Drive.
2) Go on the stripe  middle section (from NYNY up to Venetian).
3) Hotel to go: Bellagio (for Buffet), Aria (for Dessert), Caesars (for Steak), Venetian & Palazo for fun & shop. City Centre & Fashion mall for shopping luxury goods.
4) Food - Don't just buffet all the time.  Restaurants are expensive inside hotel, so far only the steak house in Caesar Forum worth the value.  Else, drive and you can get good and cheap food out of the stripe near China town area. (Vietnamese food is good there)
5) Go Clubbing.  Enjoy the day that you can drink on the street and no worry of drink & drive. Enjoy the night life there.

last.. beware of scam.  Sometimes there are booths in hotel or hotel reprsentatives tell u free show..etc  but you have to attend a resort & spa info session..etc and with lunch.  Don't fall into that.  Scam.. waste of your time.  Just enjoy and set aside few hundreds for entertainments.. Vegas already cheap in flight, use the money to really enjoy it.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2013-2-7 10:53

回復 42# samsung

If you rent a car and have time, these are the mall I suggested.

1. South Trip Outlet (Sasks Fifth is a gem there and no one there, you can spend all the time)

2. Town Square Las Vegas (Outdoor mall, new and good if you have kids, there is a playground)

3. North Trip Outlet (just like 202...)

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-7 15:57

free show? well.. bellagio fountain. TI volcano??
Come on.. go there just pay for good shows. ...
rainbow-davie 發表於 2013-2-6 17:24

WOW.. thanks Rainbow, you're so helpful ^^

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-7 15:57

回復 samsung

If you rent a car and have time, these are the mall I suggested.

1. South Trip Outl ...
吳孟達發表於 2013-2-7 10:53

thanks Mr. Ng, I will try that... is there an address for South Trip Outlet? We are not going to drive but might take taxi...

作者: rainbow-davie 時間: 2013-2-8 12:21

and If you wanna play, then:
1) want to play cheap slot? go old downtown.
2) want to see hot girls hot guys near the table? go Venetian (near Tao club).
3) want to play table but with cheaper min bet, then go NYNY, Excalibur.
4) want to play poker? then I suggest you to play morning tournament. some of them have very cheap buy in ($25??) and game end usually within 2 hours. So, breakfast, play a tournament, back to room, wake up ur wife/gf/chick, go for lunch.

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2013-2-8 12:22

This bus can take you to everywhere, both North and South Outlet.

Map

No need to have taxi in Vegas...

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-8 12:34

謝謝兩位的 input

吳先生﹐ bus 怎搭﹖ 上車給錢嗎﹖ 一般怎樣付款﹖ 每一程給或是一天 PASS﹖ 我從沒搭過 BUS...

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-8 12:36

聽你這樣說﹐我在 LAS VEGAS 浪費了超多的錢搭的士﹐真笨。。。有次還要排個幾鐘隊﹐後來發現原來有 SHUTTLE 去酒店的。。。我想殺死我自己

作者: 吳孟達 時間: 2013-2-8 15:32

You can buy day pass or pay single fare. There is a ticket machine close to the bus stop.

作者: samsung 時間: 2013-2-8 20:19

Thanks 吳先生

作者: sunmoon 時間: 2013-3-22 09:27

You can buy day pass or pay single fare. There is a ticket machine close to the bus stop.
吳孟達發表於 2013-2-8 15:32

Yes, $6 for one way or $8 for 24 hours.
All are new air-cond buses. Very comfy!

作者: TheOldMan 時間: 2013-4-15 15:49

Doesn't matter which month, so hot every month ...

作者: fibbi 時間: 2016-10-17 12:52

回復 54# TheOldMan

Actually December January definitely not hot...just around 10C. Sometimes with the wind even feel colder.

作者: fibbi 時間: 2016-10-17 13:05

You can buy day pass or pay single fare. There is a ticket machine close to the bus stop.
吳孟達發表於 2013-2-8 15:32

But happen to me that ticket machine does NOT work and we can't contact the bus driver for help...so ... 霸王車 at the end...

作者: fibbi 時間: 2019-2-24 10:50

A bit update on child-friendly place in Vegas:
Discovery Children Museum https://www.discoverykidslv.org/
Valley of Fire (1 hour drive from strip, but I highly recommend) http://parks.nv.gov/parks/valley-of-fire

Other than that: Mandalay Bay Shark Reef, Mirage Secret Garden with the white tiger
M&M

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