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Bally's
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3645 Las Vegas Blvd SLas Vegas, NV 89109
Neighbourhood: The Strip
(877) 603-4390
- Price Range:
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- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Paid
459 reviews for Bally's
Review Highlights
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"Super easy access to the Paris hotel and casino though." In 14 reviews -
"Our south tower room was spacious and clean." In 93 reviews -
"The rooms are clean and big so its money well spent." In 15 reviews
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Review from Kristie P.
Arcadia, CA
5/20/2012
No complaint of this hotel! The room me and my God-Family got was a king sized bed, and a couch. The space was huge! We bought a twin sized blow up bed, and I swear, like 5 more can fit in that room. I thought it couldn't get any better! .. and it didn't. The bathroom was so small. :[ LOL.
Love how its at the strip! LOVE the location! -
Review from Monica L.
Rosemead, CA
Okay location is still nice and rooms are still good...in the NORTH TOWER. Apparently those are all the newer rooms, so they are well maintained and in fairly good shape. I got an upgrade to a suite in the SOUTH tower and it was jaw dropping at first...Giant bathroom, tons of space, giant comfy bed. However, outlets were few (I had to charge my phone in the bathroom) and half of our lights weren't working (they didn't even have light bulbs!)
The tub was leaking and one of the doors was locked (I think it was a second toilet). Also, the lights in the bathroom were really iffy as one kept flickering on and off...Oh, and speaking of toilets, there is absolutely no vent in that small room so don't be making a doo doo or drink too much or you (and your hotel-mates) will regret it!
Bally's is still good and I will still book rooms from there, but I'll probably try to request North tower rooms from now on...Listed in: Vegas: Lights! Glamour!…
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4/11/2012
Convenient location...definitely considered "low tier" compared to the big shot hotels all around it… Read more »
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Review from Melissa F.
Milwaukee, WI
5/19/2012
If you're looking for a place to sleep in the middle/south end of the strip, Bally's is good option. As 20somethings, we've stayed here twice, and it's completely fine. You have to understand that you are staying at Bally's. "Stay Classic", not "Staying at the Bellagio". You're going to get standard services, stand in lines for check in, and get a decent looking and sized room. What do you expect for $40/night? It definitely fit our needs at the time.
Rooms and bathrooms were clean. Beds weren't anything to write home about but they weren't rocks. Plenty of pillows. Somewhat confusing hallways.
You're right across the street from the Bellagio and a short walk away from some of my favorite stops along the strip. Use your legs...walk a little and sleep at Bally's! -
Review from Dara K.
Charlotte, NC
5/16/2012
Stay here! Stay here! Hehe, I love Ballys! They have so many restaurants and a legit casino. They had this one bar that played really loud club music and karaoke, so this place stays hyped!
What I loved about the room we stayed in were the clean updated bathroom. The room itself wasnt big but it wasnt cramped. It was a perfect size for a standard room that's located in the North Tower and I believe the rooms here is more renewed. Oh, and we had a nice view of the strip too :)
Yes, it is a little run-down but what do you expect? Its one of the first built hotels on the strip. -
Review from Lynette O.
Long Beach, CA
5/20/2012
It was OK, as Vegas hotels go, but it needs some work.
The room was a nice size. The bathroom had nice lighting and a really good make-up mirror, which is rare in Las Vegas. It wasn't too noisy, which again is a rarity. But the air conditioning was terrible and the bed was rock-hard, so it was really hard to sleep. The shower didn't hold the water temperature and varied from warm to hot frequently The restaurant selection is poor, particularly for breakfast. The casino reeks of tobacco smoke which wafts into the elevators as soon as they reach the main floor.
It may have been a luxury hotel in its time, but it hasn't aged well. -
Review from sofia f.
Long Beach, CA
5/14/2012
Bally's locked us out of room at 2am and demanded $1000, alleging their casino cashier overpaid us the previous day. They said it was on tape, but refused to let us watch it. I watched the cash being counted. The cashier's manager was also there and watched her count it. They claim all three of us made an error. Threatened being charged with a felony and that the Nevada Gaming Commission was going to get involved if we didn't immediately cooperate, we were escorted to our room, where we took $1000 personal cash from home out of the safe and paid them. We asked their last names and they refused to provide them. I was not under any influence of alcohol during the transaction at the cashier or at the time they demanded payment the following day.
I do not recommend staying there. -
Review from Vana C.
Brooklyn, NY
5/3/2012
Hotel: $20 tip trick for an upgrade from a room in the south tower to a junior suite in the North tower for the WIN! Sounds like a big deal, it's not. It makes me wonder what the original room looked like. Our room was spacious and clean with a nice view but definitely worn. Not too shabby, just a place to shower and sleep nothing more. The 4 stars are for the overall customer service & location. We could easily get anywhere we needed to be from here by walking.
Casino: I'd stay away from the casino (especially the slots) I wasn't at all lucky here. -
Review from Amaya S.
Beverly Hills, CA
5/4/2012
I HATE THIS PLACE. Seriously, its run down and everytime I see it Im amazed it hasnt been torn down. Id rather not go to Vegas then to stay here.
Run for the hills if someone suggests you stay here. -
Review from Debbie G.
Crest, CA
5/15/2012 1 Check-in Here
Having not stay here just passing through and checking the place out; going to the strip and heading to Sugar Factory. I had to encounter a couple employees of this place and they employ the rudest and nasty attitude people ever. So as an avid Vegas visitor I will not be staying here if this is any indicator on how they treat people.
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Review from Rob J.
Shreveport, LA
5/17/2012
Had a blast! Staff and hotel is wonderful! I have been to Vegas several times and this was my favorite hotel so far! Central and connected to Paris hotel.
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Review from Aubrie O.
4/4/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Bally's is the place I've stayed at during my last couple of Vegas trips. I will admit that I can be a degenerate gambler at times and lose more than I care to mention so I have always stayed comped here. This is a nice, no frills hotel. Mostly people stay here because it is one of the cheaper options when it comes to casinos on the Strip. I find it laughable however when people openly state they come here because it's the cheapest place available but then complain that the amenities aren't on par when compared to Aria or Bellagio. This is a friendly reminder that you get what you pay for.
The entrance here is a little tricky because you enter from the Strip and everyone knows that pedestrians here aren't considerate to cars. However, once you valet, the check in desk is an easy walk from the entrance. The line can look long sometimes but the wait is really short since both times I've been here the desk clerks have been really efficient.
The one good tip I can give here is to slip a $20 bill between your credit card and ID and ask about any available upgrades. Both times I went from a standard room in the south tower (older tower) to the north tower (refurbished tower) in whatever suite they have available. This trip our upgraded room was a junior suite.
The casino floor here is on the smaller side. Not as small as Imperial Palace but not set up in a maze like Caesar's Palace is. If you want a bigger casino, Bally's in connected via inside walkway to Paris. However, since the hotel is basically in the center to the strip, you won't have too far of a walk to any other casino you wish to go to.
If you aren't a fan of walking, there is a monorail station in the back of the casino. You have to go down the escalator and make the hike there. It's right next to the pool entrance.
There is a 24 hour Sbarro downstairs and a tequila bar in the casino that stays open late. I don't know much about other food options because those are the only two I've tried. -
Review from Tammy L.
4/8/2012 4 Check-ins Here
Wow so unexpected! I never knew this hotel can be so bomdiggity! I didn't want to book this hotel be sue it is old but because im so happy I did. Three days and two nights for $130 total.. Split among ten girls..$13 person. I was afraid that the room might be small, but it wasnt... 450 square feet of awesomeness.
I got a deluxe room with two queen size beds (non smoking). We got a view of flamingo and a bit of mirage and caesars palace. We fitted ten girls in this room with extra spaces for clothes, purses, shoes, and bags. So there you have it.. It's very spacious.
Pros:
Spacious
Comes with a bar area and fridge
Restroom is nice and big: I like this type of restroom because it is split into two rooms. One is for vanity and the other one is for showering and doing number one and two.
Mirrors: mostly good for girls cuz we all need to get ready for clubbing and we can all have own area
Price
Ask for as many blankets, shampoos, lotions, conditioners, soap and pillows without the people getting annoyed
Cons:
Cheap toilet papers make my ass hurts a bit. I'm used to charmin double quilted
No free toothbrush ( my friend wants me to say that cuz she forgot hers
Casino: quite small, but seems like a lot of people are having fun. All I'm looking for is the craps and pai gow table and also craps machine but I don't see it.
I feel like I'm at Disneyland going through that horizontal escalator. Kinda cool... If you run on that escalator, you'll feel like a cheetah.
Location is awesome. Smack dab in the middle between marquee and xs. And of course diagonally across the street from serendipity 3!! -
Review from Miss P.
Los Angeles, CA
4/23/2012
This place was fine.
Paid for a Deluxe Room in advance and the front desk initially appeared bothered; I had to prove with my print out that I did in fact book this room, odd! After which her demeanor changed completely.. hmm. When we arrived at our room, it appeared we were upgraded to a Suite, which I'm still not sure if it was a mistake or not. It was not as newly renovated as the Deluxe Room in the North Tower (which is why I booked it), however we did not complain because it had a jacuzzi inside, always fun.
Now my complaints for you for you..
Our room seemed very dated, old and not clean. The only thing that seemed clean was the bed, they changed the sheets. But it was very obvious that no one had vacuumed, swept the bathroom floor, or wiped the mirrors or the jacuzzi.. ewww!! I did not let my bare feet touch the ground. Also, the shower pressure was uncomfortably hard and did not get very warm.. so much for a Suite! Also, this Non Smoking room smelled and we were getting smoke through our vents during the night :( Last, the parking is shared with Paris and is actually attached to their hotel, so it's a bit of a walk with your luggage.
All this said, it's not so bad for the strip. It's central, affordable, and less disgusting than other hotels can be here. Checking in and out was not long. Customer service was fine. And we did not deal with the kind of douche bags that Vegas attracts..
My opinion is that overall it's not bad (for the price+location), a glorified motel experience.
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Review from Holly F.
Pasadena, CA
5/7/2012
good location, mediocre service, nice casino, unimpressive rooms.
tried the $20 tip trick and it was still unimpressive...
won't be staying here again. -
Review from Mary S.
Chicago, IL
3/25/2012
Is this the worst hotel ever?
No, definitely not.
Is it the best? Well, maybe. If you're from Shawnee, Oklahoma and are a chain smoking alcoholic 78 year-old, you will probably find nirvana within the confines of this place.
We stayed here for part of our trip because we pretty much stayed for free during March Madness, a very busy time in Vegas.
The good:
1. location - it's dead center of the strip. If you like to casino hop, this is great for you. I've been to Vegas many times and always rent a car. I rarely, if ever, walk to other casinos nearby. But just in case you do...you're in luck.
2. There are hot bitches everywhere. Like 88 year-old hot bitches with a cig strapped on their acrylic nails.
3. The rooms are very, very quiet and this is coming from a noise sensitive person.
4. The housekeeping staff was extremely nice and very efficient.
the bad:
1. smoke. everywhere. Our floor was non-smoking, yet it always smelled like a chimney.
2. Tube televisions. Even my broke ass has had a flat screen for five years. A billion dollar corporation can't upgrade?
3. no restaurants at which I would dine within the hotel. yuk.
4. While the room was clean and bathroom was surprisingly nice, the entire hotel just felt dated and dirty. If I were the owners, I'd tear it down. It so reminds me of the dumps where I stayed in Daytona Beach at spring break in 1992.
5. The crowd/scene just wasn't my thing. I don't know how to phrase it nicely, so I won't.
My traveling companion and I had a good time despite the poor quality of the hotel, however I would not stay here again, even for free. -
Review from Power D.
3/31/2012 2 Check-ins Here
PROs: On the strip, close to everything, cheap (relative)
CONs: Terrible service.
This place is alright to store your stuff. Service here could be better. -
Review from Charlene T.
Lakewood, CA
4/14/2012 1 Check-in Here
2/19-23/2012...... stayed here on comp, Anniversary week........... the only way to stay . Spent a lot of time at the bar in evenings with our favorite bartender "Steve"......... he is a friendly and all around great guy who welcomes you with a great smile and much talk.
Loved our room, past and present which viewed the Paris pool and Eiffel tower along with the Fountains of the Belligo. We Loved the sounds of the Fountains and great view. Next time we have to try the Price is right. Great place to stay on comp!!! -
Review from Rand H.
3/9/2012
Ok, so here's Bally's. Friend Daren C's review of this one is spot on, but I'll throw in another two cents worth.
This hotel/casino is modern, clean, the staff is friendly & everything is as it should be for a fun stay. It's more or less in the middle of the Strip & attached to the awesome Paris Casino with it's excellent Le Village Buffet (Yeah!). The deluxe rooms of the North Tower are large, nicely furnished, & everything is as it should be except minus one Star for the beds being a little firm for my taste (I'm spoiled with a butter-soft memory foam mattress at home), & also as Daren pointed out, there's no in-room fridge. We DID have a nice big flat screen TV with lots of channels, 2 desks, a coffee maker, excellent temperature control, & a great view of the from our room up near the top of the building, plus complete peace and quiet. :-)
The price varies depending on your playing record & so on, but right now for a 2-night weekday visit expect to pay about $140/night. The South Tower is cheaper but also less wonderful, so I recommend staying up here, & have a great time on your trip to Vegas! :-)) -
Review from Ellerton W.
Los Angeles, CA
4/16/2012 1 Check-in Here
Bally's is my go to spot in Vegas. I like Bally's because it's a great location, it's cheap, and it isn't a dump. Got a free upgrade to the North Tower, which is nicer than the rest of Bally's.
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Review from Angela H.
Gilroy, CA
5/2/2012
Great hotel!!! Stayed in North Tower and room was all that and more!! Clean big and just great!!! Won't ever stay anywhere else!
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Review from Scott R.
Canton, MI
3/30/2012 1 Check-in Here
Bally's is what it is. It's an OK hotel in a GREAT location on the strip. The rooms in the North tower are nice, but not spectacular. Staff is very friendly and the casino is clean and easy to navigate. The Sports Book is oddly placed downstairs and difficult to find, but it's nice once you get there.
They've added a lot of life to the casino recently with the scantily clad dancers in seemingly every pit ... scenery was tremendous. If you need a decent place to stay in a great location (mid-strip), Bally's is your place. If you want a place to brag to your friends about, you're probably going to look elsewhere. -
Review from Kathy j.
San Rafael, CA
5/16/2012
Love Ballys! The value way exceeds the price. Everything was great! Where to start...first the music in the lounge is fantastic with Resa singing a Whitney Houston song so beautifully. Great dancing and music choices. I love that they have a coffee bar open 24 hours. Housekeeping does not miss a beat which is rare in most hotels. The hotel is easy very user friendly. Bartenders nice and good breakfast in the cafe. For a middle nite snack loved the Tequlia bar for 2 dollar tacos. Friendly manager and nice bartenders. My only comparison is Bellagio where I did not have a good experience. I sent back my omelet because it was cold and the waiter asked me if i wanted it microwaved. I thought I was on candid camera but sadly I was not. Imagine a nuked omelet in a 5 star hotel. But the management was quick to respond and very professional. I think Ballys is the best kept secret. Plan to go back many more times.
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Review from Mike L.
2/14/2012 1 Check-in Here
After staying at Aria on my last couple of Vegas trips, I ended up at Bally's this time around since the majority of my friends were planning on staying here. Considering the really cheap rates we were able to get, how could we not? The more we saved on hotel/airfare ($35 one way on Virgin!), the more we could spend on alcohol, food, and gambling!
Bally's is a true "no frills, get what you pay for" type of establishment. You get what you need at a decent rate, but that's about it. For me, their shortcomings trace back to the fact that the place is just old. The front desk area looks recently renovated, but the air stinks of smoke and the casino just looks dated. The rooms in particular show their age - newer blankets on the bed (surprising since I expected that ugly, floral design), but the carpet, drapes, chairs, TV, shower doors, and furniture? Straight out of the 80's. As ugly as the room looked though, at least it wasn't an actual problem like how the shower head was. I don't know if it was the water pressure or if the fixture was just that old, but it was really annoying how it would just spit out water rather than sustain a steady flow.
That being said, Bally's does offer a few major benefits. For the rate we paid, the room we ended up with was really spacious, and significantly larger than the one my friend paid for at Paris during our last trip. They also have a late night eatery that serves up burgers and Mexican food, which comes in handy after a late night of gambling, drinking, and/or clubbing (or all of the above). Most importantly though, the location is prime - around the middle of the strip and directly across from the Bellagio, with a direct, indoor connection between the Bally's casino and the one at Paris next door. Pretty convenient.
Relative to similarly priced hotels on the strip, Bally's is a decent option for anyone on a budget (college kids in particular, as you can cram a lot of people into that room). Personally though, I'd lean towards staying somewhere a little nicer despite the difference in price since you can usually find pretty good deals online. However, I'm sure that has nothing to do with their blackjack tables taking some of my overall winnings from the weekend. Well...pretty sure.Listed in: SIN and the CITY
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Review from Liz S.
Gilbert, AZ
2/16/2012
We received a coupon in the mail for two free nights at Bally's because we were Total Rewards card members. We took advantage of this deal and it paid off ten fold.
When we checked in, they upgraded us to a suite. The suite was HUGE! It had an amazing view of the south end of the strip. The bed was comfortable. The shower was clean. The decor was a little 80's but who cares? You hardly spend any time in the room anyways. I wish we could've stayed longer!
Bally's is the perfect location on the strip because it is right in the middle of everything. It's connected to Paris and between the two casinos, they have everything you could ever need. I will certainly be staying there again (especially if we get a free coupon). -
Review from Tasha B.
2/19/2012 7 Check-ins Here
I was in Vegas for a conference held at Bally's. At first glance, my room seemed really nice. I had a king bed and an adorable blue velvet settee and matching ottoman. We've all heard the rumor that casino's pump in oxygen to keep people awake and at the tables, but Bally's further incentifies you to stay awake by having really uncomfortable beds. There is no fitted bottom sheet, so after stumbling into bed after a late night, you may find that you've peeled back one too many layers and are face to face with bare mattress. Yuck. Waking up in a tangled mess of top and bottom sheets is not a good way to start the day. The mattress was cheap and uncomfortable, and I noticed small tears and stains on the sheets.
I had a nice window and balcony, but the sliding glass door was bolted shut. Probably a good idea, but it sure would have been nice to have some fresh air. The curtains were also stained with what looked like but I hope wasn't smeared blood. I did have a small refrigerator in the room with a large dent in the middle. It woke me up several times throughout the night with strange loud noises.
The upside was the staff I encountered were all very nice and helpful. Also, it is well located on the strip. I've stayed at some pretty raunch hotels in the past, and this definitely wasn't worst, but I was certainly looking forward to my last night.Listed in: Hotel Motel Holiday Inn
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Review from Carlos O.
Bell, CA
4/26/2012
Easter weekend we enjoyed a 4day 3night stay at this joint.
The first night we checked in late and they only had a king bed for two guys,mmmmm yeah problem. They assured me they would fix the problem the next night and keep me in an upgraded room/ My fault i didnt call and let them know this would be a late check in. No biggy they were quick to offer a roll away bed, problem solved. Until my buddies who were suppose to stay at another hotel had issues with the hotel were the hotel ended up canceling there room and still wanted to charge them. Anyways the guys ended up bunking with me one had the cot , one had the couch , and yes I had to share the bed with another guy, but shhhh dont tell anyone.
The second day they kept to there word. I was asked to check out by 5 pm so I could be put into my new room. I didnt the room change with no problems.
They rest of the weekend when on fine without any issues, only the ones the alcohol caused. All in all I can see myself staying there the next time Im in town. -
Review from Sandy L.
Davis, CA
3/20/2012
Room: Clean and spacious. Nothing grand or luxurious but when you're only paying $40 a night, you can't complain. Towels and toiletries were a aplenty.
Room Service: A bit pricier than what I remember, but hey, drag your lazy behind out to the mini-strip mall they have or to strip if you want to pay less.
Casino: They have a good amount of games but I feel that the clientele at this establishment tend to be a bit more geriatric; definitely not a place to mack on the lay-days.
Location: Location is good, it's surrounded by tons of good eateries and other hotels (paris is connected) and it has a free shuttle to the Rio that runs every half-hour.
Overall: If you're just going to be here for a weekend or you're hardly going to be in your room, this is the place for you.Bally's rates are also ridiculously cheap for being a hotel in the middle of the strip so you can't really lose here (unless you're looking for luxury).
Recommended for: People on a budget, College kids or Older folk. -
Review from Rob B.
Washington, DC
4/27/2012
Also love staying here
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Review from David L.
Dallas, TX
3/16/2012
I stayed there this week for a conference. I do not recommend this place. It's only a few dollars cheaper than some of the other resorts, and this place wasn't good. A few highlights:
- The room phones had a loud buzzing on them. It made it difficult to use the concierge / order room service.
- The concierge didn't know there was a ski shuttle in town (I found a $20 shuttle to Mt. Charleston online. The concierge said there's no shuttle and I should take a $200 cab ride!)
- The bed is hard as a rock, and the pillows were too gushy. Imagine sleeping on plywood with a folded up towel for a pillow.
- The "updated" room featured a large brown stain on the ceiling.
When the conference ended Friday, I called the bellhop to get my bags. I stayed the rest of the weekend at Encore.
Oh yeah, it took two calls and two hours for the bellhop to get to the room.
With so many choices in Las Vegas, this hotel shouldn't be one of them. -
Review from Daniel T.
Chino Hills, CA
3/7/2012 1 Check-in Here
The upgraded room was 'upgraded' but still behind in the times. Tv is still a tube. There was some peeling of wallpaper in our room. I'm not sure how it was before it was remodeled... I don't really want to know. One pillow had a stain and they were all really flat and non-supportive. For a non-smoking floor, it still smelled like smoke. This casino smells like smoke so it was probably stuck on people going back to their rooms.
Only gave them another star because of their rates and deal. I did this with the travelzoo deal and both of them failed to mention that taxes were not included, which we were surprised with at check-in. Oh yeah, their check-in line is long. This is a popular place to go but I would think they would just hire more people to get people in and out? Their people mover was broken and taped off once at their front area one night so we had to walk around to get in.
It is central in the strip and cheap. That's it. I'd get a deal somewhere else. -
Review from Trisha T.
2/2/2012
I enjoy gambling on the Ballys floor because it's very big, have a lot of variety of table games and slots, and is a lot easier to breathe in there.
I've also stayed there once, and the room was so basic that it reminded me of Imperial Palace. Eep!
All in all, Ballys has a lot of other cool amenities that make it a definite stop on any Vegas trip:
-EveningCall frozen daquiri bar at the end of the casino
-Central location
-Low table limits
-Shuttle to Rio (which sometimes takes forever)
-Bar
-Oh, this bar is the best!!! $3 for a 20oz draft beer. And if you're playing at one of the video poker machines at the bar, your beer is absolutely free! What a great deal! -
Review from Stef M.
2/2/2012
Not sure what rooms some of these other reviewers had, but I stayed on the 6th floor of the North Tower and was happy. The large hallways showed a little age, but what you would expect for this price level. My room was clean, large granite bathroom was clean, had loads of towels, and the room was a roomy 400 square feet (approx). Free television.
The nightly entertainment in the nightclub lounge was very good all nights I stayed, and there was always a dance party going. Really good house cabernet wine.
Stayed in the North Tower more than once and I was equally happy each time. Ballys is in a better location, and has larger, cleaner rooms for the standard 2 beds, than many of its price equivalent competitors. -
Review from Kristine T.
Irvine, CA
1/13/2012
Stayed for a weekend with friends with the awkwardest check in ever.
We checked in, went to our room and almost opened the door when..the previous hotel stayers walked out.
A few things to note:
1) this was at like 5pm..I thought check in was alot earlier than that?
2) They put us in a room where it wasn't recently cleaned (okay, with hotels..cleanliness is always an issue..but really?)?
3) If we didn't see the previous hotel stayers just wake out of our room..we could have just walked in and stayed in a room not changed out at all.
4) They said "Don't go in that room, it's pretty nasty in there"
2 stars down.
So of course, we ask for another room. We get an upgraded room for the same price we paid for the old room aka nicer accessories, same amount of space. I mean, after that our stay was fine, no trouble, yeah. Like overall, a cheap stay at a place with a fine location. While one of the older hotels, worth the location it's in on the strip.
But still...that was just so weird.Listed in: Vegas Debauchery
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Review from Glenn M.
San Francisco, CA
2/8/2012
"No Flash, No Thrills, I call that a pound cake dunk."
Ok so I stole this line from NBA 2K (a video game) but it describes Bally's to me, nothing stands out but it's a solid option. It's a decent value hotel and you can splurge on other parts of your Vegas trip.
The rooms were surprising. The standard 2 bed room look was nothing new, but there was a lot more space than comparable rooms at the other hotels. It has a nice location on the strip and it has easy access to Paris hotel.
The casino isn't that great. The tables don't look very new and the lighting in the main room is very bright. The electronic boards here for roulette and other games don't always work. It's a problem at every casino but it seems to happen here more. They do have lower limits though so that is a plus, but there aren't too many tables.
However, when they have the party pit , it's very fun, especially when you get the right crowd at the tables. It's definitely a good time
I've spoken with the front desk just once or twice but they were very courteous.
I'm not a fan of the moving walkway. It's nice to be able to just relax and not walk but I'd rather just have the entrance closer. Though, they can't do much about this now.
It's not my first choice, or my second, but it's not a bad option. -
Review from Alice J.
San Jose, CA
4/15/2012
So the interior is not the prettiest.. but I've become quite the fan of this hotel. Great location right in the middle of the strip and it's connected to the Paris hotel! It's also a lot cheaper than most hotels with spacious rooms. There's also this little coffee kiosk right by the hotel lobby where you can do espressoooo shots shots shots shots shots shots...everybody.. shots shots shots (get it like the song?). Anyhow they're perfect right in the morning or before heading out for a late night of clubbing. This is the perfect hotel if you aren't looking for any frills and hey it's vegas you aren't supposed to sleep anyways!
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Review from Lucia M.
Las Vegas, NV
1/1/2012
Ballys has nice rooms and a decent casino aesthetic (though a little out-dated) The casino is also host to the show, Jubilee which is great, albeit way-to-topless. It connects to Paris hotel/casino by a hallway of shoppes and is owned by the same man.
The Valet is slow and often full but the self-park is a viable option for providers in a rush.
There is no security at the towers. Oh, another great thing is that many of the rooms have Bidées(sp?) making it great for people who are there to engage in consensual greek fun. -
Review from Jonathan M.
Mountain House, CA
1/30/2012 1 Check-in Here
What can you expect when you pay very little for a room? Well, you get mismatched furniture that looks like it came from Threes Company. Questionable stains in the carpet in the hallways. A shower head that was purchased from Harbor Freight in the 70s. And half a roll of Toilet Paper.
Yet, despite all the shortcoming of the room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The casino floor had what you needed. Played $5 craps and roulette to kill some time which is always fun.
And...a great location to see the Strip. -
Review from Erin H.
12/23/2011
SO FREAKING CHEAP. WTF? I didn't think it was possible to find a HOTEL for this price, but it was unbelievably cheap. I was expecting a total shit-hole, but it was actually kinda decent. I shared the room with 5 girls (3 on each bed), not bad at all. However, I could not handle the fact that there was no free wifi. UGH.
The thing is, we were originally supposed to be in the South Tower (which is the older one), but with the $20 trick, we got upgraded to the North Tower. Nice! I can't imagine how bad the South Tower rooms could have been like.
When I came to Vegas last month, I though Ballys was farther up the strip, but no! Its location is great! It's connected to Paris (which was nice when it was raining outside), which is right next to Planet Hollywood, which is right across from Cosmo. Yea.. typing it out makes it seem like a realization of how great the location was hahaListed in: Who & What to do in Sin City
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Review from John L.
1/31/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Been to Vegas quite a few times now and safe to say, I've found my inexpensive (relatively) hotel in the middle of the Strip. From the outside, it looks dated and compared to all the shiny new hotels on the strip, it doesn't look appealing at all. But, I was surprised how large the room I stayed in was and how well the bathroom looked. The room I stayed in had two queen beds and the usual tv cabinet, desk and plush love seat. The bathroom had wall-to-wall granite, under-mount sink and an elongated toilet - all very well done. Only thing staying here is that isn't much a view of the Strip but I don't really mind since I'd rather be on the Strip then looking over it.
Bally's is connected to Paris by a tunnel from the casino floor. This is great, if you are like me who thinks a change of scenery will magically bring good luck!
The best part of staying at Bally's is the fact that walking out you are greeted by the Fountains of Ballagio. It is also a short walk to City Center, the newest hotels (as of this writing) on the Strip to the south. It is also a short walk to The Venetian and Caesars Palace to the north.
If you don't really care that it looks a bit dated, but want to be close to all the action of the Strip and a relatively short stumble back from a great night out, I think Bally's a great choice! -
Review from Catherine H.
Los Angeles, CA
1/12/2012
We got some super good deal online for 3 nights! The location is great, because it's right in the middle of the strip! So super close to all the clubs and you don't have to pay as much for taxi! I paid about $8/day, sharing the room with 4 other girls! Pretty decent rooms! A lot of mirrors!! which comes in really handy for girls when you're getting ready for the night! We were in the north tower, which is the more newly remodeled side, but farther away from the strip...Also, indoor access to Paris.
Downsides Bally's does not have a decent food court! It is like a pizza place and then a hotdog place... and then there is NO free wifi, which sucks!
