Which Hotel Comp To Accept?
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July 24th, 2012 at 5:55:23 PM
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I will be in Vegas next week. Have a comped room at El Cortez for Wed night and then want to head to the strip for Thursday night. The group will be myself and a buddy, we are both guys in our late 20's who are comfortable losing no more than $200 a day gambling. CET is offering me a free room for any of the above resorts as well as Imperial Palace (no chance) and Rio (prefer location of these three). Of the three, I have only ever stayed at Flamingo and that was several years ago. I was happy to get a free room but don't remember much about it. Paris is probably the nicest but not sure it is appropriate for a couple of young men who are looking to get hammered and play $10 BJ or $5 craps. Any thoughts on which might be the best option?
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July 24th, 2012 at 6:08:24 PM
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You have a comp offer for Paris but not for Planet Hollywood? If its available, it sounds like PH would be the best option for you.
July 24th, 2012 at 7:33:34 PM
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Quote: PapaChubbyYou have a comp offer for Paris but not for Planet Hollywood? If its available, it sounds like PH would be the best option for you.
PH lately seems to be considered more exclusive than Paris. I usually have Caesars and PH excluded from my options, sometimes Paris and Bally's, and the others I can nearly all get.
As for my vote, if you can get Paris, take it. It's not incredibly sexy, but it's central and they have a growing nightclub.
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July 24th, 2012 at 8:01:02 PM
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Paris is fine you can always go next door to p-ho or ballys and Paris itself is pretty fun.
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July 24th, 2012 at 8:02:35 PM
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You have to stay at Paris. It's much better than the other 2. You can easily make the 5 minute walk to ballys or flamingo if you want to gamble at cheaper tables and still get CET rewards/comps
Edit: just for the room itself I would say the rio. They're probably double the size of the other casinos. You can catch a free shuttle to ballys or even harrahs if you want, which is nice, but it is a bit of a pain in the ass sometimes as you might have to wait up to 30 minutes for a shuttle to return if it just left
Edit: just for the room itself I would say the rio. They're probably double the size of the other casinos. You can catch a free shuttle to ballys or even harrahs if you want, which is nice, but it is a bit of a pain in the ass sometimes as you might have to wait up to 30 minutes for a shuttle to return if it just left
July 24th, 2012 at 8:16:59 PM
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I've always liked Flamingo and found it to be underrated. I stayed there 3 weekends in 2011, (new years, superbowl, and 1st weekend of march madness) when I rented out my vegas condo. Rooms are clean and nice enough and the major benefit is prime location. Right in the middle of the strip.
July 24th, 2012 at 8:30:59 PM
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I'm gonna go with Flamingo. Best pool area, Sin City Brewing, and I enjoyed my visit to the Margaritaville Casino a few weeks ago. The cocktail waitress was very attentive, very attractive, and mostly naked.
July 24th, 2012 at 8:43:10 PM
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I think the tables are cheaper at Bally's then at Paris. Both the rooms are pretty much the same. As a note, there is a walk way between Paris and Bally's
July 24th, 2012 at 10:01:08 PM
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Hey Bigfoot66
I am surprised you only got those three hotels comped if you are getting close to Diamond. Have you been invited to the great rewards wrap-up, Tournea watch giveaway, free electronic gift giveaway? I would wait for those offers if possible.
As for your question, you will only find a 5 dollar game at Ballys. Paris runs 5 dollar games sometimes and is only a short walk from Ballys. The atmosphere at Ballys is pretty cool since they have cover bands playing fairly close to the their craps tables. However, I am not a fan of Paris or Ballys. I would stay at Harrahs, Rio, or Caesars Palace if possible. If you call totalrewards, you should be able to get a standard room comped. Have fun, I am heading out their next weekend. I grew tired of Harrahs Rincon, their rating system is terrible for table game players.
I am surprised you only got those three hotels comped if you are getting close to Diamond. Have you been invited to the great rewards wrap-up, Tournea watch giveaway, free electronic gift giveaway? I would wait for those offers if possible.
As for your question, you will only find a 5 dollar game at Ballys. Paris runs 5 dollar games sometimes and is only a short walk from Ballys. The atmosphere at Ballys is pretty cool since they have cover bands playing fairly close to the their craps tables. However, I am not a fan of Paris or Ballys. I would stay at Harrahs, Rio, or Caesars Palace if possible. If you call totalrewards, you should be able to get a standard room comped. Have fun, I am heading out their next weekend. I grew tired of Harrahs Rincon, their rating system is terrible for table game players.
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July 25th, 2012 at 5:31:17 AM
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I'd avoid Flamingo only because of the construction on the Linq project - it may be 24/7 so will it bother you while you sleep?
I recently stayed at Bally's. I HATE the long tunnel from the front door to the strip. But, it DOES have conveyor belts in it.
On the other hand, go out the side door onto Flamingo Road, and you're right by a crosswalk that brings you into Bills back door. Walk thru Bills to Flamingo, and you'll be at a crosswalk to Caesars.
That worked for me because I liked playing poker at Caesars (they have free WiFi in the poker room), and I tend to dislike the elevated cross-walks.
Note: As I found out the hard way by driving around the block a second time, Bally's doesn't have it's own parking garage. You use the Paris garage and have to walk thru the back of Paris to get to Ballys. If you're going to self-park, then you might want to consider Paris. Otherwise, they are about even in my mind.
I recently stayed at Bally's. I HATE the long tunnel from the front door to the strip. But, it DOES have conveyor belts in it.
On the other hand, go out the side door onto Flamingo Road, and you're right by a crosswalk that brings you into Bills back door. Walk thru Bills to Flamingo, and you'll be at a crosswalk to Caesars.
That worked for me because I liked playing poker at Caesars (they have free WiFi in the poker room), and I tend to dislike the elevated cross-walks.
Note: As I found out the hard way by driving around the block a second time, Bally's doesn't have it's own parking garage. You use the Paris garage and have to walk thru the back of Paris to get to Ballys. If you're going to self-park, then you might want to consider Paris. Otherwise, they are about even in my mind.
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July 25th, 2012 at 6:10:31 AM
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I vote Flamingo. I was on the fence, but I remembered that Flamingo has the best pool, so just go with that. I've stayed at Flamingo twice, and the rooms have been upgraded and are a lot nicer.
You probably don't want a GO room, the frosted bathroom can be quite odd for two straight dudes to share. I was in there with 3 friends 2 months ago, and it was sort of weird. View of the strip was great though. I think the other recently updated rooms are nice though.
You probably don't want a GO room, the frosted bathroom can be quite odd for two straight dudes to share. I was in there with 3 friends 2 months ago, and it was sort of weird. View of the strip was great though. I think the other recently updated rooms are nice though.
July 25th, 2012 at 9:49:28 AM
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Thank you for all the input. I decided to book the room at Paris. We will probably end up spending a good deal of time at the other two (not to mention Casino Royale) but I took the input here. I had not considered the effect of construction on the Flamingo, that was a good point. At the end of the day, the name of the comp game is to get the best stuff you can from them, and even if we decide that Paris is not the best fit it is only for one night.
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July 25th, 2012 at 9:54:17 AM
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Quote: JamieVHey Bigfoot66
I am surprised you only got those three hotels comped if you are getting close to Diamond. Have you been invited to the great rewards wrap-up, Tournea watch giveaway, free electronic gift giveaway? I would wait for those offers if possible.
As for your question, you will only find a 5 dollar game at Ballys. Paris runs 5 dollar games sometimes and is only a short walk from Ballys. The atmosphere at Ballys is pretty cool since they have cover bands playing fairly close to the their craps tables. However, I am not a fan of Paris or Ballys. I would stay at Harrahs, Rio, or Caesars Palace if possible. If you call totalrewards, you should be able to get a standard room comped. Have fun, I am heading out their next weekend. I grew tired of Harrahs Rincon, their rating system is terrible for table game players.
Rincon is tough on table players for rating purposes, but you have to be smart about it. Ever since I read Comp City my ratings there have improved significatnly, maybe even 50%. However if you don't want to play that game that is understandable.
At 6,000 points and a trip comming up I am on track to earn diamond by the end of the year. I have just started receiving great rewards wrap up mailers but I don't know much about it. I have not heard about the other offers. I also received my first mailer for Vegas that included free play. I can stay at Flamingo in Sept. and get $50, not too shabby!
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July 25th, 2012 at 10:04:27 AM
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Yea I am over Rincon. Although I did hear they are going to have the FireBet on their craps table soon. But, nonetheless, they are not giving me anything and that place is just not fun for me anymore. Have fun in Vegas! I racked up a lot of points in Vegas, the pit bosses at Ballys will HOOK YOU UP if you just ask.
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July 25th, 2012 at 10:27:29 AM
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So do you just avoid SoCal casinos? Or are you going to the always lovely Pala?
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July 25th, 2012 at 10:32:39 AM
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Good lord, why would you want to stay at the El Cortez, even with a comp? Stay at the Rush Tower in the Golden Nugget the first night, then go to Paris.
July 25th, 2012 at 10:52:04 AM
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I haven't been to Pala in quite some time (I think over 6 months) I was staying there and found out they don't give comps to players staying at the property...what???? Last time I ever came back... I officially boycott SoCal casinos.I did go to Rincon for the George Lopez concert because they gave me comped tickets and comped room. Did not gamble though, took my girl and we only stayed for one night.
My grandparents are high rollers at Valley View and got invited to go to a Padres game in the Valley View suite, so I will be doing that September 8th. Don't plan on gambling though. I gamble pretty high now (compared to when I first started) that I just focus my play in Vegas or Laughlin. As you proceed through the Harrahs tiers you will get offers for junket flights to Laughlin, free macth play, nicer rooms, comped food and beverage.
You still making the rounds in Indian territory?
My grandparents are high rollers at Valley View and got invited to go to a Padres game in the Valley View suite, so I will be doing that September 8th. Don't plan on gambling though. I gamble pretty high now (compared to when I first started) that I just focus my play in Vegas or Laughlin. As you proceed through the Harrahs tiers you will get offers for junket flights to Laughlin, free macth play, nicer rooms, comped food and beverage.
You still making the rounds in Indian territory?
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July 25th, 2012 at 10:54:28 AM
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The El Cortez is perfect for low-rollers. Even better for mid-size players to appear as high rollers. To each their own my friend.
Golden Nugget is a strip quality property in downtown. I personally don't like the Nugget, I don't think their dealers are professional enough for the image they are trying to create.
Golden Nugget is a strip quality property in downtown. I personally don't like the Nugget, I don't think their dealers are professional enough for the image they are trying to create.
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July 25th, 2012 at 11:34:13 AM
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Quote: KeyserGood lord, why would you want to stay at the El Cortez, even with a comp? Stay at the Rush Tower in the Golden Nugget the first night, then go to Paris.
Rooms are not bad at the El Cortez. Also, They have also offered me a free room, $125 in free slot play, and a $75 food comp. On top of that, they have offered me 5x points on one calendar day. This makes the cashback alone 1% of my action plus whatever I earn in the seperate comp account. For some I am sure these are small amounts, For me, this is an unbelievably good deal.
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July 25th, 2012 at 11:42:59 AM
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The place is gross. It's as bad as the old O'Shea's casino. I can't see why anyone would want to waste a vacation playing there.
July 25th, 2012 at 11:53:46 AM
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When was the last time you were there? I heard that it used to be a lot worse but that they cleaned the place up. Its no worse than the Four Queens or the Fremont. Also, I loved O'Sheas!!!!
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July 25th, 2012 at 12:41:35 PM
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Quote: bigfoot66When was the last time you were there? I heard that it used to be a lot worse but that they cleaned the place up. Its no worse than the Four Queens or the Fremont. Also, I loved O'Sheas!!!!
Don't listen to Jerry Logan. I can't understand why anyone would want to play at GN. I stopped in for free bet blackjack this past weekend and they only had two cashiers going. The line was winding throughout the casino. The next morning I tried again after breakfast and there was still a line. First and last time I play there.
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July 25th, 2012 at 1:11:39 PM
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I would prefer the GN to EC all other things being equal, and I will certianly play free bet BJ. But all other things are not equal....
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July 25th, 2012 at 1:16:44 PM
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Quote: bigfoot66I would prefer the GN to EC all other things being equal, and I will certianly play free bet BJ. But all other things are not equal....
I've never seen the rooms at ElCo, or for that matter at GN, but both were nice enough places to play at.
What I still dislike about ElCo is the walk accross a mostly deserted street to/from the FSE area (which is what I think of when figuring Downtown, BTW), even in the daytime. I woulnd't walk there at night, unless there were more people around.
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July 25th, 2012 at 2:33:52 PM
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Quote: NareedI've never seen the rooms at ElCo, or for that matter at GN, but both were nice enough places to play at.
What I still dislike about ElCo is the walk accross a mostly deserted street to/from the FSE area (which is what I think of when figuring Downtown, BTW), even in the daytime. I woulnd't walk there at night, unless there were more people around.
This is a fair concern. But I was a NCAA heavyweight wrestler in college less than 10 years ago, and I am much bigger now than I was then. No one is gonna mess with me.
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July 25th, 2012 at 2:41:08 PM
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Quote: bigfoot66This is a fair concern. But I was a NCAA heavyweight wrestler in college less than 10 years ago, and I am much bigger now than I was then. No one is gonna mess with me.
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