The host didn’t seem to know much about his place. And there was ZERO info in the room. I’ve never stayed in an Airbnb with such little attention to detail. Mike didn’t know if there was a coffee maker or if there was one what kind it was. (There is for anyone reading, small drip maker if you’re wanting to have coffee in your room and like us go to the store prior to check in). Luckily there is a Starbucks in walking distance but just such a weird experience as far as communication compared to other Airbnb’s I have stayed in.
No price list for the mini bar, no info on the hotel amenities, no info on recommended restaurants. I just find that weird. And disappointing because I’ve always had such fabulous Airbnb experiences prior to this.
We liked the Palms Casino staff but be prepared because the Palms Place has some renovations happening and the walkway to the Palms casino is kind of confusing (also without many signs). You kind of just follow people to figure out where you’re suppose to be going. Everyone walks around a bit lost and asking if they’re going to right way. I also did not feel comfortable walking from the casino to the room alone. With my husband there I felt fine. But if you’re a couple that may want to go to your room at different times, be aware.
Maybe my expectations are high because the other places I’ve stayed have gone above and beyond but for a space where 2 people are staying for 5 nights I think 2 washcloths, 2 hand towels, 3 bath towels, and 2 rolls of toilet paper seem skimpy. For the money, and if you have lower expectations for amenities and communication it’s totally fine. Bed is comfortable, noise was at a minimum from outside. If you’re just a dude looking for a room it’s fine. For a couple on a getaway I was not overly impressed. It just seems like a hotel room, without the comforts I’ve become accustomed to when choosing an Airbnb over a hotel room. The view was pretty but the one note in the entire apartment says no furniture or drinks allowed on balcony. Also there isn’t a shuttle to the strip so expect to get an Uber/taxi everywhere. So would it have ultimately been cheaper to stay on the strip? For sure. But we did appreciate the less smoky, less trashy, high party atmosphere of the Palms casino. And the spa treatments at Palms Place were incredible and the pool area was nice. So would I stay at the Palms again? Yes. Would I stay in the apartment. No, not personally. I’m obviously in the minority since this space has so many positive reviews.