New York - New York Hotel and Casino

Las Vegas is home to a replica Roman Empire (Caesar's) and a faux Eiffel Tower (Paris)and soof courseit has its own New York City as well. Welcome to New York-New York Las Vegaswhere guests can grab a bite in the "Village" stroll over the "Brooklyn Bridge" or play video games at "Coney Island." Sureit's all a little cheesybut every Vegas hotel worth its salt needs a theme and what could be better than the Big Apple? The hotel has been refreshed a couple of times in the last decadebut it is feeling a tad tired and worn overallespecially the rooms. Unlike the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino -- its sister property across the street -- this hotel is rather mellow. The pool scene is fun and lively but light-years from the party atmosphere found at other Strip resorts. There are no famous DJs spinning house beatsor Spring break-like parties at New York-New York Las Vegas but rather families lounging in the sun and having a chill time. With its own in-house roller coaster -- the cars look like NYC taxis -- and reasonable ratesNew York-New York Hotel and Casino is a popular option for travelers looking for a mellower Strip hotel.

New York-New York is located close to the southern end of the densely packed four-mile-long stretch of hotel-casinos known as the Stripand across from the MGM Grand (a pedestrian overpass connects the two hotels). There are plenty of shopsrestaurantsand casinos within a short walk of the hotelincluding the LINQ and CityCenter. For visitors wanting to explore all of the big properties along the Stripcabs are easy to find at virtually any time of day or night. A generally less expensive option is the Deucea double-decker bus that runs up and down the strip 24 hours a dayseven days a week. There's also a monorail systemwhich stops at MGM Grand across the street. The New York-New York Hotel and Casino is a 10-minute cab ride from McCarran International Airport. Ride-share services such as Uber and Lyft operate in Las Vegas.

The hotel has 2,024 rooms and suitesdivided into several categories named after New York avenues or landmarks. Decor is classic but a tad bland and datedconsisting of simple wood furnituregeneric brown carpetspadded headboards in purple huesand seating in a neutral palette with throw pillows in darker shades. Rooms are also beginning to show some wear and tear -- especially in carpetswallsand furniture -- and some guests have reported maintenance issues in bathrooms. Starting at 350 square feetthe New York-New York Casino hotel rooms are spacious and have large windowssome of which offer expansive Strip views. Bed configurations include one king or two queen-size bedsall with pillow-top mattresses and plush duvets. Rooms come in two main types: Park Avenue and Madison Avenue. The only difference between them is size -- the latter are 50 square feet bigger than the former. The hotel also offers a number of suites -- ranging from 500-square-foot Spa units to 1,100-square-foot Penthouses -- all of which feature four-person jetted tubs in the roomplus sitting areas. Higher-tier suites have dining tables and wet bars. In-room amenities are rather basic for the priceand include flat-screen TVselectronic safes large enough for a laptopand hairdryers. Property-wide Wi-Fi is included in the daily resort fee. Suites -- except entry-level Spa units -- add mini-fridges and Bose sound systems. Coffeemakers are available on request -- for a fee in rooms and free of charge in suites. Bathrooms are clad in either marble or graniteand feature one or two sinkswalk-in showers or shower/tub combosand a range of toiletries. Higher-tier suites come stocked with upgraded shower gel and shampoo.

The New York-New York Las Vegas restaurants are multiple and varied. Food generally gets good reviewsand with such a huge range of options there’s likely to be something to please every taste and budget. Twelve restaurants serve anything from Irish pub fare to pizzasushiand Mexican food. Gallagher Steakhouse is a popular pickas are Shake Shack and Il Fornaiooffering burgers and Italian classicsrespectively. Chin Chin Café & Sushi Bar is the New York-New York’s buffetopen for breakfast and lunch and offering dozens of optionsmostly Asian. Guest can also dine at the MGM Grand Buffetwhich is located at sister property MGM Grand and connected to the New York-New York via a skybridge. It is open for breakfastlunchand dinner and offers plenty of international optionsas well as Champagne brunch. Americaserving up American cuisineis the only spot open 24/7. Those looking to grab a quick bite can head to the Village Street Eateriesa large dining and entertainment center designed to resemble New York City’s Greenwich Village and offering dozens of fast-food jointsincluding pizzasandwichesand pastries. Nathan’s hot dogsStarbucksa creperieand a pastry shop are also some of New York-New York Casino Hotel restaurantsalong with a number of barsthe most coveted of which is the Bar at Times Squarea dueling piano bar with live music and a popular happy hour. Room service is available 24/7and the hotel offers dinner and show packages.

The New York-New York Las Vegas pool is small and seasonal but pleasantly mellowwhich is a nice change compared to some rowdy Las Vegas pools like those at the Mandalay Bay and MGM Grand. A handful of cabanas are available for rentand there is a whirlpool that guests can use free of charge. On weekendsfinding a lounge chair can be difficult. The pool has a barand poolside food and beverage service is available.

Known for being one of the few in townthe New York-New York Las Vegas roller coaster is a highlight here. Guests board indoors next to the arcade before being barreled outside at speeds up to 65 mph. The ride has a 180-degree twist and a steep dive. For couples looking for a dramatic beginning to their life togetherthe hotel also offers a roller-coaster wedding. At 84,000 square feetthe New York-New York casino is medium-sized but livelywith 1,500 slots67 gaming tablesand a Central Park theme. Smoking is allowed inside the casinowhich is common in Vegas. Zumanity at New York-New York Hotel & Casino is the other major hotel feature. The popular Cirque du Soleil performance is for adults only and is a mix of burlesque and cabaret. Tickets aren’t cheapbut those wanting to catch the show without breaking the bank can purchase a Cabaret Stool or Balcony Seat ticketwhich are on par price-wise with other major Las Vegas shows. Other entertainment options include live musicDJ sessionsa piano barand weekly events at Brooklyn Bridge and the two arenas located at MGM Grand. A standard range of services are available at the spaincluding massageswaxingmanicures and facialsand there is a small hydrotherapy area that guests can use for a fee. The gym offers a decent range of cardio and strength-training machines in a room with natural light and city views. Bottled water and towels are available free of charge. Other hotel amenities include a huge arcade with video and carnival- gamesself- and valet parking (both for a fee) with in-and-out privilegesand multiple shops. Business guests are catered to with over 30,000 square feet of meeting spaceincluding a 9,500-square-foot ballroomand a business center with shippingfaxingcopyingand notarization services. Up to two dogs are allowed in some rooms for a fee. Dogs cannot exceed a maximum combined weight of 100 pounds. The hotel also offers a pet relief area and dog-sitting services. The mandatory daily resort fee covers services such as property-wide Wi-Filocal callsairline boarding pass printingtwo-for-one roller coaster passesand access to the gym.