First of all, Downtown Las Vegas is NOT dead. It is under \"cultural reconstruction.\" Golden Nugget is a Las Vegas gem. I know my papa hung down here in his day and I feel a bit nostalgic hanging in the same spots. The fixtures I am sure have changed a bit, but they still feel a bit old school, and the rooms have that old Vegas feel as well. The suites are awesome. Actually, I have never seen the regular rooms, so maybe the entire hotel is suites. I like the poker crowd here as well...they all seem to be better players than on the strip. I've seen a few pros at the big table, and a few big shot athletes too! Unfortunately, they were playing at the big boys table and I was at the kiddie's. The location is great for downtown bars, and I suggest getting a room on First Friday's. You can party all night then crash at a hotel room as opposed to crashing on the freeway at four am. Just a safety suggestion. The Golden Nugget is a classic visit downtown and worth checking out if you are in the area.