I stayed at Stephen's place for a couple of weeks during a research trip to UNLV. This is a perfect location for people visiting or working at the university: my daily commute was a fifteen minute walk to the center of campus. The apartment is also close to the airport and a quick cab ride away from the strip and other Vegas attractions. Finding food can be a bit tricky in this neighborhood, but there are some great options including Cugino's (Italian) and Pho Thanh Huong (Vietnamese).
The check-in process was easy and Stephen was a very communicative and accommodating host. The alien theme definitely made my experience in desert country unique!