Las Vegas thread and MSE guide 2009

luci

The Bellagio Fountains

Thanks peeps.

I have a bit of a goal to stay at most of the nicer properties even if it's just for a couple of nights. Having stayed at the Bellagio, Caesars, Venetian and Palazzo, Wynn was next on my list, but the Encore opening made that the obvious choice.

The location I think we could just about live with, but the lack of taxis is a major concern. Not sure that one day'c car hire is an option and I had considered the shuttle, but again not wanting to be sitting on a shuttle doing the rounds and wondering when I will finally get to the airport. Walking to Wynn seems the preferred option.

We are now considering the Signature.......... However it's not the brand new 5* hotel I wanted to tick off my list.

Thanks again, I really appreciate your thoughts.

ferf1223

The Bellagio Fountains

one thing to consider about the taxi situation is that if it is really an issue, and people complain I would bet that Wynn/Encore would sort something out with the taxi companies...since it's early days yet, it may well be resolved before you go...I cannot imagine that they would let a 5* hotel get knocked down on reviews due to poor taxi service.

I know I would be thinking exactly the same thing you are if I were in the situation...

Not sure if you are signed up for Wynn's Red Card, but my husband got the 3-night complimentary offer for Encore yesterday - only through January, but maybe more like it are to come in the next few months?

slash2k01

just a thought but might want to add to the info at the front about the location of the famous "Welcome.." sign, as its not really obvious where it is. (well it wasn't to me anyway)

Froggitt

The Fremont street experience

Its south strip before you get to Mandalay Bay when driving northwards from the airport.....between the two carriageways.

_Andy_

luci wrote: »

We are now considering the Signature.......... However it's not the brand new 5* hotel I wanted to tick off my list.

Signature is consistently excellent.

If you can afford it, treat yourself to a night at Skylofts

ferf1223

The Bellagio Fountains

speaking of Signature (but doesn't work for your dates, Luci)...

The Signature at MGM Grand was voted TripAdvisor's 2008 Best Luxury Resort in the U.S. And now you can stay in a Junior Suite at the Luxury Suites at The Signature for only $89 per night on select dates through March 26. This 40% OFF deal is available on these dates:

• Jan. 18-21
• Feb. 15-19
• March 1-5, 22-26
• Most other Sunday-Thursday dates through March are only $10 more per night

Also available: Upgrade to a 1-Bedroom Suite for an additional $35 per night. Each 1-Bedroom Suite features a separate bedroom and !!!!!!, a kitchen and 2 deluxe bathrooms.

http://hotels.travelzoo.com/las-vegas-hotels/514299?utm_source=top20_us&utm_medium=email_top20

MORPH3US

Also this for Signature...

https://reservations.mgmmirage.com/bookingengine.aspx?host=promo&pid=005&code=PKG016

(apols if already posted).

nvh

The Bellagio Fountains

ferf1223 wrote: »

...Each 1-Bedroom Suite features a separate bedroom and !!!!!!, a kitchen and 2 deluxe bathrooms.

haha, over-zealous censorship by the messageboard software there! :rotfl:

tho it is vegas i suppose

dan28

MGM Grand
promo name: Ultimate Escape
description: Double Rooms from $49/ night - $25 bar and restaurant credit - 2 free drinks at West Wing lounge - Offer is for Players Club Card members only
Valid: January 06, 2009 - April 30, 2009
Expires: February 15, 2009
http://www.vegas-hotels-online.com/2009/01/06/mgm-grand-ultimate-escape-42/

MGM Grand
promo name: Keep The Party Going
description: Double Rooms from $55/ night - $15 upgrade per night to Bungalow King Suite - $25 upgrade per night to Bungalow Queen Suite - $30 upgrade per night to Celebrity Spa Suite
Valid: January 7, 2009 - August 31, 2009
Expires: January 27, 2009
http://www.vegas-hotels-online.com/2009/01/07/mgm-grand-keep-the-party-going/

pennylane99

The Bellagio Fountains

ferf1223 wrote: »

speaking of Signature (but doesn't work for your dates, Luci)...

The Signature at MGM Grand was voted TripAdvisor's 2008 Best Luxury Resort in the U.S. And now you can stay in a Junior Suite at the Luxury Suites at The Signature for only $89 per night on select dates through March 26. This 40% OFF deal is available on these dates:

• Jan. 18-21
• Feb. 15-19
• March 1-5, 22-26
• Most other Sunday-Thursday dates through March are only $10 more per night

Also available: Upgrade to a 1-Bedroom Suite for an additional $35 per night. Each 1-Bedroom Suite features a separate bedroom and !!!!!!, a kitchen and 2 deluxe bathrooms.

http://hotels.travelzoo.com/las-vegas-hotels/514299?utm_source=top20_us&utm_medium=email_top20

Signature also charges a compulsory extra $20 a day "resort fee"

This is for use of the gym, wifi in room, a newspaper and 2 bottles of water each day

just a bit extra to factor into costs