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I don't have an answer for what I think you are asking. The only time it makes sense to me is if you wager a larger amount then the minimum pass line bet times the maximum odds will allow. This wasn't your example though.pizzatyme said:
If it's for comp purposes it's a horrible mistake. No one gives you much credit for Paas/Come bets.pizzatyme said:
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It's vegas.. Money talks for everything. For me, usually call ahead then tip $20 or so at the hostess stand and let them know I'm willing to wait w few mins. Always gets me the next 4 top along the rail. Small investment for a much better experience IMO.This is usually for sat/Sun brunch. I imagine dinner or peak times may require 30-40? Maybe not?
Nothing special. Spent $100 for 15 mins back there. Crown and Coke for me and a Cherry Bomb for her ran $40. The dancing was a bit more intense, but nothing special. She might have flashed her starfish at one point, but it was too dark to tell.RUSF18 said:
hotwire and priceline express are still the best ways to find good rates, though they are nowhere near as reliable as they used to be. I just got Palazzo for $100/night and am pretty happy with that. Of course, you can't get a room in vegas without getting bent over for a $20+ per night "resort fee". Total bs but every hotel does it now.facook said:
Thanks man. Yeah, I actually found that the same room on Harrah's website is cheaper than on Hotwire (fairly certain it's Harrah's). We just want a central place to stay, especially because we figure to spend most of our betting time at the Mirage and the rest of our time out. Just need cheap, decent beds mid-strip.
I just stayed at the Linq for March madness. Very reasonable and right across the street from the Mirage. Not bad at all for the price.
It's Vegas so if you feel like gambling the $20 front desk tip trick may result in getting your resort fee's waived. Did this recently asking for a higher room with a good view (I didn't specify but this usually results in a pool or strip view). She mentioned the resort fees as I was checking in and I just said ok. Those resort fees never showed up on my card. Honestly, I didn't care about the view was just hoping to pay $20 to save much more. YMMV.
The $20 tip is the best investment you can make in Vegas. I've also received free spa passes from the tip which is a pretty nice value if you dig the spa. (There is no better way to beat a hangover than sweating it out in the steam room.)
Casino really only rates across bets on dice now. Need to be laying somewhere in the range of 250 across to even hit the radar.
Had the fried chicken, watermelon and waffles last night. Pretty awesome esp. the fried chicken. Biscuits were so-so as a side.
Funny that this actually works these days. Very old school thing to do. Has a front desk person ever not accepted it? Or can they all be bought for $20?
Might hit Vegas mid June and will be going to the Yardbird to get that Short Rib n' Grits!
Would love to hear stories.
Depends on the place and what you're asking for.
Venetian is a lot nicer. Try the Linq, they have removed all traces of Imperial Palace from the casino and the rooms.
I stayed at Harrahs a couple weeks ago. Room was serviceable and clean. Venetian would be better for sure, but what I would pay for that, I am not sure.
This stopped working for me in the past few attempts. Tried and failed at Caesars twice, just a flat out and immediate "no, we don't do that". Also failed at Trump and Aria. Last try was at the Bellagio and used $50 instead, thinking it was a more upscale place. Desk clerk got on the phone for a bit and effectively said, we can't give you a room upgrade but we'll "take care of you with some special gifts". I was like, ok lets see what this is all about. 2 days later i got a "gift pack" with 2 bottles of water, some crappy candy, & nuts
When I checked in at the Paris one time she couldn't get me an upgraded room and she gave it back to me. I was surprised to say the least.
The last time I was in town was 4 years ago so I'm not surprised that this may have stopped working. The house wants the $$, they don't want to give it to the employees.
Went 2 for 2 on a 4 Night trip in Nov 2014This stopped working for me in the past few attempts. Tried and failed at Caesars twice, just a flat out and immediate "no, we don't do that". Also failed at Trump and Aria. Last try was at the Bellagio and used $50 instead, thinking it was a more upscale place. Desk clerk got on the phone for a bit and effectively said, we can't give you a room upgrade but we'll "take care of you with some special gifts". I was like, ok lets see what this is all about. 2 days later i got a "gift pack" with 2 bottles of water, some crappy candy, & nuts
Interestingly, the last place it worked for me was Palazzo 2 years ago, so I'm going to try it again this next trip. Anyway, that website stopped posting success/fail stories 1-2 years ago. So i'm assuming they call that a sign.
wth, caesars?Went 2 for 2 on a 4 Night trip in Nov 2014This stopped working for me in the past few attempts. Tried and failed at Caesars twice, just a flat out and immediate "no, we don't do that". Also failed at Trump and Aria. Last try was at the Bellagio and used $50 instead, thinking it was a more upscale place. Desk clerk got on the phone for a bit and effectively said, we can't give you a room upgrade but we'll "take care of you with some special gifts". I was like, ok lets see what this is all about. 2 days later i got a "gift pack" with 2 bottles of water, some crappy candy, & nuts
Interestingly, the last place it worked for me was Palazzo 2 years ago, so I'm going to try it again this next trip. Anyway, that website stopped posting success/fail stories 1-2 years ago. So i'm assuming they call that a sign.
$20 at Cosmopolitan got an Terrace Studio with private balcony and strip view from base comped city room for 2 nights.
Then transferred over to Caesar's Palace and got an upgrade to the Augustus Tower with a bigger/nicer room (refused $20 but upgraded me with a smile).
i must give off the "i am not planning to gamble much" vibe
I was in town for a tradeshow and my GF's bday (shared room with her and two of her girlfriends)... but was in a suit and alone when I approached an threw the charm on the cute asianed girl behind the counter. Augustus tower is definitely home to nicer rooms. Looking at their site it was an "Augustus Tower Luxury" Room.wth, caesars?Went 2 for 2 on a 4 Night trip in Nov 2014This stopped working for me in the past few attempts. Tried and failed at Caesars twice, just a flat out and immediate "no, we don't do that". Also failed at Trump and Aria. Last try was at the Bellagio and used $50 instead, thinking it was a more upscale place. Desk clerk got on the phone for a bit and effectively said, we can't give you a room upgrade but we'll "take care of you with some special gifts". I was like, ok lets see what this is all about. 2 days later i got a "gift pack" with 2 bottles of water, some crappy candy, & nuts
Interestingly, the last place it worked for me was Palazzo 2 years ago, so I'm going to try it again this next trip. Anyway, that website stopped posting success/fail stories 1-2 years ago. So i'm assuming they call that a sign.
$20 at Cosmopolitan got an Terrace Studio with private balcony and strip view from base comped city room for 2 nights.
Then transferred over to Caesar's Palace and got an upgrade to the Augustus Tower with a bigger/nicer room (refused $20 but upgraded me with a smile).
