Bally's is my favorite in terms of convenience, cost and room design. They also have a 12ft deep pool if you like to swim.
Gold Coast is great if you are really trying to budget and the walk to the Rio is very convenient.
As several other posters have noted, the Rio sucks. I think everyone makes the mistake of staying there at least once (I know I did-never again). Literally the only good thing I can say about it is that it was nice to be able to roll up early in the morning and preregister for tourneys. However, registering the night before and leaving to stay someplace nicer is a way better option.
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Originally Posted by Aussie Rhino
I always rent a car. It basically costs the same as a single return trip anywhere and is way more convenient. This would obviously change if more properties charge for parking, but it still holds right now.
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Originally Posted by slcpunk
I generally rent a car as well, and I do like having that flexibility to get around.
I like to drive, but Vegas is one of the few cities that I loathe driving in. I find it way more convenient to use cabs/Uber when I'm in town. I usually don't stay in Vegas longer than a week, though-for lengthier stays renting a car may be a better/less expensive option.
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Originally Posted by DoGGz
The first week of the WSOP is something that any poker fan should experience at least once. The energy in the air is almost palpable.
I have not been to Vegas during the start of the series yet, and this post is really making me want to try and make it work this year!
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Originally Posted by Old_Man
Use your room safe!
I have to really disagree with this. There have been several incidents discussed on the forums where money was stolen from room safes. The hotel will do nothing to compensate you if this happens. My advice is if you have a substantial amount of cash or valuables you need to secure, get a safe deposit box at the cage or ask to use the hotel safe.