Generally the Mardi Gras was a surprise as it appeared at first like it was old and a bit run down. While the lobby is small and connected to their small casino, the staff was friendly and professional at check in. We were too early but after an hour wait they checked us in before 3pm for a 2 nite stay. The room was on the top/3rd floor at our request but there were elevators available. The room was spacious and clean even though a bit dated. There was a mini kitchen area with only a frig, no micro or coffee maker (that was a disappointment). It was quiet all night as we faced an apartment building, other rooms face the nice pool area (which was being power washed the day we checked in, including walkways!), or a street on the other side. A bar off the lobby also served food but it was very smoky so we took snack food to go and ate in our room. Rm had a couch and coffee table. Hubby bought coffee from the bar/restaurant the next morning and we were happy campers after a decent night's sleep for the reasonable price. Many shopping centers in the area, and hotel was located behind the Winn golf course and casino. We did not try walking to the strip but I believe it was close enough to do so if you are younger and more spry than us. You could watch 'The Sphere' from the hotel entrance, a beautiful building size globe of changing colors and graphics. Only in Las Vegas! All staff encountered were great!