Problem: Write a negative (OPTIONS:
- negative
- positive) yelp review.
A: First off in defense of the hotel I stayed here between 2006-2010 at least 15 times and always had amazing experiences. The 1,000 point Grazie (players club)room offer was amazing... As a local it was nice not having to drive back to Henderson after a night out at Tao and Xs. The grazie offer ended in 2010 and this review covers my first visit as a paying guest in 08/2012. The challenges revolved around the cleanliness of the suite, electrical noises, rattling air conditioners and people entering my suite at 1AM. The check in was a breeze, the front desk couldn't have been nicer and went to my strip view regular 700 sq foot suite at 11AM early check in was a breeze. I went to the Palazzo pool deck which is gorgeous but was covered in a shadow until 12:30 PM and was full of families and people over 60. We walked thru to the Venetian side and went to Tao Beach which was bright and sunny. Showed our IDs got chairs and enjoyed the day. I returned to the suite and started to get situated. I looked out the window and noticed dried black phlegm on the window itself. I turned on the air conditioner and it started to rattle very loud and thought to myself...Have had this problem in any hotel before? I decided to call downstairs... I re-packed walked downstairs thru the casino back to the line and waited for new keys. Went to the new suite and it takes 1 second to open the door and hear an electrical sizzling sound. I think to myself have I ever heard a sizzling sound in any hotel in my entire life. This time I call downstairs and ask to speak to the manager. I was moved to a 2000 sq foot Sienna Suite which was nice. The manager took care of my challenges within 30 seconds and it was a good resolution to my 2 hours of aggravation. The suite consists of 3 rooms and a bathroom. Elliptical room, bedroom and living room. Its large and the 1000 sq foot living room is barely decorated. The bedroom and bathroom was nice. Nothing amazing I'd brag about compared to Aria, Cosmo or Wynn. I was tired after caring suitcases up and down elevator shafts and medium long hallways thru casinos to front desks and was glad to get to sleep. Now having stayed at Aria the past few stays the door locked automatically and you press a privacy button and didn't understand why this front door didn't have a lock. So I figured the door sensor locked because it had no chain. (later the security told me I needed to turn the door knob counterclockwise to lock) It was a shocking experience to hear the door open at 1AM in a 2000 sq foot suite and being in the bedroom which is nowhere near the front door and was pitch black I was pretty shook up. Security came after 10 minutes and they offered to search my suite which I did already 10 minutes earlier.. ..obviously! I was very tired...the next two days were average no issues...very good job by housekeeping ha ha ha At 5am on the day of departure they slipped the bill under the door and was excited to see about $200 in mini bar charges that were false. I called downstairs and spoke to a female team member at 6AM and told me she didn't want to hear my attitude so I went downstairs...at 6am to clear it up...They took it off the bill without any question. Overall this was a 4/10...very confusing 3 nights and was pissed I paid for this experience. I thought about all the other stays I'd had at Aria, Encore and even Cosmo the past 3 years and tried to balance positive and negatives but in the end I will never stay at this resort again. While a tourist may have overlooked my issues I certainly did NOT.
Q: positive

A: Located off the strip at I-15 and Flamingo Across the freeway from Caesars Palace the Rio is a huge entertainment complex. I have stayed at The Rio 4 times while in Vegas. There are very cute waitresses and fun bartenders everythere throughout the property. The checkin has always run smoothly. The casino seems to always have something going on . Singers, Chippendale strippers signing autographs, etc. etc. From The the Show in the Sky to the Sexy Voodoo Beach, this place is fun! The I-Bar located right at front doors has awesome martini's and beautiful women in thongs serving them up to you! It can be hit or miss with the crowd. For dining options we have tried several. First the famous Village Seafood buffet. WOW!! From cut up lobster to prime rib its amazing. Be starving when you arrive! Its pricey at around $39 but its worth every penny. The World Buffet is very good as well and there are numerous coupons for it. The All American Bar and Grille is ok, nothing great, a bit pricey I feel for what we got. Then there is Cafe Martoranos? .....Very pricey Italian food, but good. The meatballs are to die for!! And the veal was very well prepared!! But my favorite restaurant is the Voodoo Steakhouse. Located 50 floors up with fantastic views, its over the top outstanding. The bayou seafood platter appetizer is awesome. The scallops, the Tomahawk Ribeye, the dry aged NY...Its all well prepared but can be very pricey . Plan on $100-120 PP minimum with wine. After dinner at the steakhouse head up the staircase to dance the night away at Rio's Voodoo Rooftop Nightclub. The views are amazing. You can sneak up there for sunset as well and its well worth it. If you want to save money on drinks buy a witch doctor! They cost about $30 and you drink one or two of those and your night is set!! There are plenty of VIP seats and this place is generally fairly lax on the seating issues. This is not a Vegas hot club at this time, but it will get crowded! If your early enough you can find places inside to set down without bottle service, which is an exception for most of the popular nightlife spots. The Rio's sportsbook is just average, while the casino floor is usually energetic! I enjoy most the dealers and staff at the Rio! Very friendly , nice, and fun!! Also to get to Vegas strip you can drive,take a cab, walk (17-18 minutes) or take the free shuttle which comes about every 30 minutes ."On to the rooms. They are large and always clean. If you can grab one of Rio's deals on the suites. Do it!!! The Masquerade Suites are HUGE! Over 1600 sq ft and I have stayed in them for as low as $119. Currently booking them for $125 on Harrahs website for April!! There is really not a whole lot of difference between the Deluxe Rooms or the Premium ones. Beds are fine, bathrooms ok. These Rooms could use some updating. The Pool is great and was very entertaining when the Saphire ladies used to work there!!! I think after a police sting or two, they are back at the club!! Enjoy your visit, I always do!.
Q: negative

A:
Stale fries. Long lines. You are better off at macdnalds