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You really have so many other good options in Las Vegas that are as/more affordable, so I can't justify any reason to stay here. The Rio is one of the more depressing, smokier casinos I've been in; nobody in the place knows how to mix a decent drink; and the rooms are horribly dated. A two-star rating is generous. As far as "entertainment" goes, it seems like no decent restaurant can remain open, leaving you with few dining options, and there really isn't a good bar. Yes, there are bars; I said "good" bar. What they do offer is as tired as the rest of the "casino resort." That said, the one thing I felt when I stayed there was tired. Vegas is supposed to energize you and make you excited to be in Vegas, not drain the life out of you. Even if you're there for a convention, I'd recommend getting a room somewhere else. Most of the better places to stay are a very short cab ride away. And if you want to actually enjoy your time in Vegas, you're going to need to take a cab somewhere else anyway. My advice would be to stay away from the Rio unless you absolutely have to go here, and then rest assured that you can cab it back to your better hotel when your Rio commitment is over....pick from the following.
(a). negative
(b). positive I think the answer is
(a).