Stratosphere Casino Hotel and Tower

While the rooms and room views are relatively no-frills, the casino had an active weekend pool area, and great off-peak time food and beverage specials. The ribs at McCall's were great! Largest drawback is that it is best to have a car or use shuttle service, because both the main part of the Strip and Downtown are each long walks away. I drove rather than even thinking of walking those distances (even though I am active and was hiking outside Vegas both weekend days I was there).

My hotel was The Stratosphere and my trusty GPS got me there quickly and with no problems. Again an interminable wait to check in - over three quarters of an hour standing in line for the front desk. The room was nice and clean and was what should be expected for a decent hotel. I stayed in 7051 which was accessed by the "special" elevators. I was told that the room was recently upgraded and it was nice. I do pushups on the floor and the worst thing I noticed was that the corners where the furniture met the carpet had dirt that was not vacuumed - a common occurrence where maids do not use a nozzle and expect the carpet attachment to clean up close to furniture. The toilet was a Gerber power flush model and occasionally the handle had to be jiggled to stop it from running. I called the front desk for a couple issues and about half the time they were very slow (over ten minutes) to pick up. The room had a view of the parking garage and that was fine because it was quiet. I went to the top of the tower and the view was great. There are some rides where you can dangle over the edge, drop to the ground, & etc. It was worth the wait to see the view. I ate most of my meals in the hotel and the Roxy was good for an early breakfast - I found it too noisy and too bright - but when I sat further away from the ramp to the next level (deep in the restaurant) it was better for my sensibilities. I had a couple meals at McCall's Grill and the food was good. The French onion soup was wonderful. It was a good escape from the hustle and bustle of the hotel / casino. Until the very last day of my trip I did not know that there was a McDonalds on the second floor (R for retail on the elevator control) and made the mistake of driving to the nearest McDonalds for breakfast one of the days of the trade show where there were street people sitting around the entrance begging for handouts - not what I expected or wanted. I attended The Inventor's Showcase at The National Hardware Show which was just down the road from The Stratosphere - about a five minute drive and very convenient for the Convention Center. The show was huge and I met a lot of nice people there and had a great time exhibiting my inventions. Checking out of the hotel was fast after I found the "quick check out" fellow who did nothing to call attention to himself over in the corner. Several of us were in line with the new arrivals and it would have taken an hour for us to get through the line. Fortunately a person who had been there before told us about the expedited check out.

Good value and easy to get too. Quick in and out and you don't have to walk a mile for self parking. Pool nothing to get excited about but good enough. Seemed easier to get around than other hotels in Vegas. And the tower is very cool and free if you stay there.

although adaquate thought there would be more wow factor. Charged for internet, no mini fridge or microwave in room. Things were a bit dingy and not as well kept as they could have been. Wobbly table, broken electrical faceplates, holes in top of dresser where something use to be attached.

My room was poorly insulated, and you could hear people around you. Sometimes I even heard voices of the people below me through the vent. I got the room for $30 a night, so I guess I shouldn't complain that much. I'd even expect this kind of thing staying at an average hotel anywhere else, but considering all the competing hotels just south of here, there are much better options. The casino and shops weren't anything special either. Most other casinos I walked through felt cooler, and had more interesting shops and restaurants. It's also quite a walk to the main Vegas strip. On a positive note though, the Tower was very cool, and I would recommended going up to the bar, even if you are staying somewhere else.

The room was clean and comfortable.. It was very much worth the price.. We received a two for one unlimited rides pass with our stay which my daughter enjoyed.. The staff was very friendly especially the men in valet.. They remembered my name every time and were very friendly. It made us feel very special especially since SOO many people come and go through the valet..

The hotel and casino was clean and comfortable. I definately feel that I received a great value for my dollar. It is far down the strip from everything else and the dining was less than enjoyable but other than that it is a great place to stay and play

Top of the World Rocks! Went for lunch and had an amazing view with great food. The lounge is great for a date. Both have excellent servers. Single guys 'C' is for you! The buffet is surprisingly food. also make sure you hit the steak house (get the bacon wrapped prawns). I had fun!!!

I thought the room might be a little nicer because I upgraded to the deluxe newly remodeled room and we had to move after the first night. They put us right next to the ice machine which, when not banging around when in use, was buzzing like crazy. The second room that we were moved to literally wreaked of cigarettes. *Note- I am a smoker and was still blown away by the smell. This room was also incredibly loud, mainly do to the adjoining doors to the next room. The hallway on the floor always stank of marijuana. Would not recommend to anyone.

The Stratosphere needs new carpet and fixtures. The best part about the Hotel is the Retail floor.