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On April 17 2008, cynan wrote:

Hubby and I stayed at Harrah’s in January and were VERY disappointed with customer service. Our “comped” room wasn’t ready, so they “upgraded” us to a new remodeled room. What a joke!! All the remodeling has done is added a plasma tv and the view was HORRIBLE! Went back downstairs and were told we would have to wait about an hour for a different room. TWO AND A HALF HOURS later, we finally got a room with a small window that if you looked just right, you could see the volcano at the Mirage.
I guess what really made us mad is the fact that we had a choice of several Harrah properties; all comped rooms. We chose Harrah’s just because it was the “original” hotel before they bought everyone else out. Our next visit is coming up and we will stay at Paris. Hopefully, the CS will be much better.

On February 26 2008, Eddie A wrote:

Completely and totally satisfied with all 4 of my Harrahs experiences and would highly recommend it to anybody. Each time I went, the staff in all departments were very courteous and professional. Each time I got either comped rates or very reasonable rates. The location on the strip and easy access to both monorail and Deuce stops only added to the experience. If i had to pick one thing that was lackluster, it would have to be the pool. However, I am still very satisfied and would recommend this property to anybody looking for a great Las Vegas experience

On January 12 2008, J Hewitt wrote:

Harrahs is one of the best. Located mid-strip you can’t beat the price. Flavors buffet has some of the best food and the price range is good. If you wan’t a great steak, try The Range Steak house. Just hop on the brass colored elevators to the 2nd level. The piano bar is great especially when the pinigar twins are there with their dueling pianos. Kim & Tamara will play from 9 PM to 2 AM and you will have too much fun. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and I have won money on the slots. How can you beat it?

On August 26 2007, Andrew wrote:

Service is very friendly – they go above and beyond. Very nice folks.

On August 26 2007, Andrew wrote:

Service is very friendly – they go above and beyond. Very nice folks.

On July 31 2007, sandy wrote:

Harrah’s has 8.00 drinks that are like drinking juice, what a disappointment.

On July 29 2007, Ian wrote:

Stayed at Harrah’s for the 2nd time primarily because I was being comped for the stay. My fiancee and I stayed at the Rio the first night and while there was definitely a difference in the size of the rooms, Harrah’s still provided a decent sized clean room with a comfortable bed, which is what I was looking for. Was sorta hard to find $10 blackjack tables, but that was likely because the casino was busy due to travellers coming in for 4th of July. Would not hesitate to stay at Harrah’s again.

On July 03 2007, Michelle S. wrote:

Harrah’s Las Vegas can guarantee you a cheap room and substandard service. The rooms are old/outdated, the elevators squeak, waitstaff and security are old/outdated (synonymous with the hotel). One of the ‘older’ waitresses dipped the tip of her tongue in my ‘spicy’ tomato juice – she did not want to confuse my order with another player. I witnessed this, but of course, surveillance cameras showed her ‘sniffing’ my drink vs. tongue dipping. For security reasons, I could not personally view the tape as this would allow me to to pinpoint the exact location of cameras. Based on that response, it is easy to assume that the surveillance system is outdated as well. If you can afford to stay somewhere else, I strongly encourage you to do so – your money will be better spent.

On April 16 2007, Doug wrote:

We were very pleasantly surprised with everything at Harrah’s.

On June 02 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Stayed at Harrah’s for three nights. The staff was absolutely wonderful. The type of room we wanted at check-in wasn’t available, but the desk clerk upgraded us. The clerk also informed us that when a room became available the next day he would book us into it, but we were satisfied with the room we got. It had a pretty good view of the strip and the mountains. Restaurants were pretty good, too. When we go back to Vegas we’ll again stay at Harrah’s.

On January 18 2006, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Well after they lost my reservation and refused to valet my car. I got a tiny smelly room.
The service has gotten so bad that I only played at The Mirage. I hope this doesn’t happen at all their new properties. They already ruined Rio…

On October 01 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

I returned from staying at Harrahs a couple of weeks ago. First of all, I must state that I received two nights free but found out that I was unable to get a flight out on the third day. I informed booking at Harrahs and they gave me another night free.Plus I received a $ 250.00 shopping spree. This was on the weekend also. I was very satisfied from the beginning at the check-in process. Very friendly, professional and helpful. Slots were tight, which is my only complaint but enjoyed myself overall. The ” Piano Bar” is must visit and experience. Always stop there when in Vegas. Due to my latest experience, I will be returning to Harrahs when I revisit Las Vegas.

On September 18 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

We found that Harrah’s has become very dirty, on the playing floor, tight machines, and no help when waiting for a drink. We went to the Mirage, and found it to be more what we were used to at Harrah’s. I hope the merge will bring a better Harrah’s, or I will start staying and playing at the Mirage. The comps at Harrah’s are way out of hand now. And very hard to come by.

On May 16 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Just got back from Vegas and stayed at Harrahs. I was given a suite, comped. Beautiful. I didn’t know Harrahs had such great rooms available.The living area had a wet bar, coffee pot, large couch, dining table w/four chairs and a floor to ceiling window with a view of the east side of Vegas. The parking garage wasn’t so beautiful but the view of the mountains was serene. The bedroom was huge with a walk-in closet, chair and ottomon by a floor to ceiling window, tv, much storage for folded clothing, 2 night stands. The bath was incredible. All done in gold. Jacuzzi, double sinks, oversized shower and enclosed toilet. Had room service for breakfast; it took 45 minutes to get there, but hot and good.

On May 16 2005, akisok2 wrote:

Stayed at Harrah’s for my brother’s 21st birthday, but only because the room was a gift from our Dad. Which was fortunate for us because it not only left us kids more money to blow on gambling, but it also introduced us to one of the hidden gems of the Las Vegas Strip. Harrah’s is a great middle-of-the-road hotel that doesn’t look like one at first glance. Aside from being stuck with a handicap-accessible room (it was all they had left on the front of the building) with a massive bathroom and locker room style shower, the room was great! Comfortable, spacious, and even well-decorated. The restaurants were surprisingly good, and the casino was very active. Not a lot of high rollers in this casino, but that’s okay with most gamblers like myself. The hotel is centrally-located and made cruising over to other bars and clubs very easy. I recommend folks reconsider their options when looking for an affordable but not cheap place to stay in Vegas and give Harrah’s a chance. The name is hard to say (we kept calling it “HA-RAH-RAHS” but then again we were drunk for three days) but staying there was anything but hard.

On April 05 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

some rooms are getting a bit warn but not terrible thay are usually clean.
i like harrahs i feel ok there.
views have got far and few with all the building, and that is a sad thing. the pool is nothing but it is ok, i do think harrahs could update it a bit.
grerat location, usually very nice staff, clean etc

i do like the buffet, it is simple, clean and compared to others i feel better quality than some. Its simple, clean and i also like that you can see outside from parts of the buffet and the casino floor to give you something to look at while eating. never got sick on harrahs food more than i can say about some ohter buffets!

On February 24 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

We went to LV in october of 2004 and I forgot to put in a review on my trip, now we are planning on going again in april so I thought to look around the web sites and thought I might add my thoughts

We love Harrahs and hate to try something new
they treat us sooooo nice
we have always gotten 2 comped nights and then we charge everything to our room and when we check out those are usually covered too

we like the location of harrahs in the middle of the strip, it makes it really convenient to go casino hopping.

they also have a shuttle to the rio and sams town
if you go to sams town you get to ride a big bus
at sams town you can catch a taxi to fremont street and then from there we catch a cab for 10 bucks back to the stip

our room was vey nice it was a junior suite
we were traveling with a first time vegas couple who were celebrating their 25th and after stating this they managed to get a suite right next to ours

We have never slept on a more comfortable bed in our lives
I slept more in vegas this time than ever BUT i was refreshed and ready to go every morning
I want a bed like this!!!

the pool is the only down side, but we usually don’t spend too much time there, maybe an hour in the morning, then off we go

Definitely Love Harrahs and don’t understand why people complain about there comp system
we have never had a problem with it and we usually end up with a few free meals and rooms when we are done

On February 13 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Room was comped as there for slot tournament
Very fast checkin at 4PM(a slow Monday ) got a jr suite which is slightly larger than regular room but has fridge and coffee maker! But next to maid’s service room, very noisy ay at 7AM, but complaint to Harrah web site when I got home got me a number to call next time and they would block a special room! Even number rooms on back side of hotel. Carnival tower is about 3 minutes from parking lot! Ask for Carnival tower as is the newest! All employees very very nice in hotel and casino, every request taken care of promptly!
Harrahs great location on the strip! Few minute walk to O Sheas casino which has Subway, Burger King, etc

On February 01 2005, RateVegas.com User wrote:

The was third visit to Harrahs. We had a good view of TI and the Mirage as well as Caesars from the sixteenth floor. Rooms are more like a middle class motel. Bathroom is small but clean. Room service was very good. They brought chocolates and cookies at night. We had a coffee pot for the first time.

On January 14 2005, skydiva44 wrote:

My husband and I just returned last night from Vegas, we arrived there on Monday very early in the morning, upon arrival, we thought for sure that we would not get a room for hours. Husband slipped a $20 bill to woman at check-in and told her it was our 29th anniversary and she made a call to someone and we got upgraded to a Jr. suite, which really was just a bigger version of the normal room I guess. We had an awesome view of the Mirage Volcano and Venetian and TI. Every employee we came in contact with was so friendly! I was a little skeptical about staying there, but it was great and would do it again. The only negative thing I can say is the the Buffet was horrible, we went at !0:00 p.m. for the cheaper meal and it was all so bad, BUT 10 minutes after 10:00, they started bringing out fresh breakfast foods and they were just fine, just don’t eat the fish, shrimp and all that stuff, had sat there for awhile, I recommend going after 10:15 p.m., when the fresh food is out.

On October 05 2004, RateVegas.com User wrote:

Room was clean and nice though not as large as we are used to on the riverboats in Louisiana. Bathroom was clean and in good repair but was a little small. Our view was of the air conditioning system on roof next to us and a little of a view of Treasure Island. We never could get the room temperature as cool as we like it for sleeping. However, our room was comped so we could not complain much. The service was very good. We needed more shampoo and they were there before I had put the phone down with a whole handful of bottles. Guess we should have asked them about the air conditioner; maybe we just didn’t know how to use it.
Dee

On September 27 2004, RateVegas.com User wrote:

We were upgraded to a mini-suite and had a delightful experience.. What separates Harrahs from the rest is Customer Service as it should be. Everyone was very helpful and courteous. The Cocktail waitresses were prompt and respectful.. The floor is state-of-the-art in every aspect and also Harrahs has a great Sportsbook and musical entertainment.. We had room service and that too was top notch.. We’ve been to Vegas 14 times but know that Harrahs will be our choice for 15, 16, and beyond!

Gordy Fink
Williamsville.

On July 30 2004, dlandmom wrote:

The rooms are a decent size. You basically get what you pay for. The pool is one giant rectangle. There isn’t a lot of lounge chair space around the pool, but at one end they do have a covered area with misters.

On July 23 2004, darla2 wrote:

I love Harrahs and the service and comp’s are great. The rooms are clean, and remember the Carnival Tower in the back are nicer because they are newer. The pool could use some help, on a hot day there isn’t much room out there, and people move their lounge chairs wherever they like. But the casino is great, lots of choices, and a great spot on the strip. I have been invited to many slot tournaments and free rooms, and I am not a big gambler. Actually, quite a bit of a nickel slot person. I love the games. Always a good place to stay.

On October 27 2003, Hunter wrote:

The room was clean and surprisingly large for the low cost. Everything seemed neat and well kept. The desk staff were on the ball as were the housekeepers. The bathroom was somewhat small and there was virtually no water pressure in the shower. It was a bit of a walk from the back of the property were the elevators are located to the casino and the Strip. Our view looked over the parking lot and was nothing to write home about. Still, I would recommend Harrah’s as a great place to go if you’re looking for a value on the Strip. The location can’t be beat.

On August 06 2003, roberti805 wrote:

Not a bad hotel, stayed in the Mardi Gras tower and room and bathroom was clean and looked newly remodeled. Room was typical Holiday Inn type, noise from the hall is noticable. The front desk clerk at check in was very nice and friendly. The pool is uninspired at best, a large rectangle with chairs around it (overly crowded).

On July 25 2003, gramma_marg wrote:

July 10-17, 2003 our room was in the Carnival Tower, 4th floor, same floor as their spa which was ideal because we had spa appointments. Natalie does a auper sea salt wrap! Wonderful service, friendly staff throughout our stay. Can’t say enough for the chocolate milkshakes in the first floor cafe; they are so thick that it was difficult to sip them through the straw. Mac King show using drink coupon for entry was wonderful. Super show, will see again. Buffet was marvelous, about a 20 min wait in line for breakfast around 9:45. Speedy hand payouts on the slots. Easy access to parking garage from 2nd floor. Shuttle to Rio very handy. Have already booked Thanksgiving week there. Search engines kept showing Thanksgiving night sold out at Harrahs. Went to hotel sight and using my Total Rewards slot card not only was able to book entire week including the “sold out” Thanksgiving night, but got a great rate too! Can’t beat this location: next to the Venetian and across from Mirage which is connected to TI.

On July 09 2003, rpietrus wrote:

Great location combined with reasonable rates makes Harrah’s a sleeper / not as fancy or opulelent as its neighbors / but a solid value with very good entertainment on site .Biggest flaw is the pool, not very good at all.

On July 08 2003, defranksa wrote:

The comps are very bad. I am looking for a new casino

On June 08 2003, bnsf600 wrote:

I thought the room was an average room in terms of size
and bathroom, but what made it better than average was
the fact that my room had some temperature gadget. I
would set the temp at 70 degrees and whenever I opened
the door to my room, the air conditioning would turn on
and I just loved that it was a motion sensor type of system.
The room overlooked the Mirage volcano and that was nice
to see at night (along with the fact it was comped). The
pool stinks when compared to most other resorts. I thought
the service level was high as all of the employees I came
into contact with had a smile and were more than happy
to help you by answering questions, etc.

On May 26 2003, byukon wrote:

We just love this casino.

On April 28 2003, sillywabbit33 wrote:

The rooms are not very big, the bathrooms are okay- larger than a closet but smaller than the space inside a minivan, staff were generally friendly.

On March 08 2003, rehawx wrote:

Overall, Harrah is a good deal in Vegas. I made my reservation through an on-line company. After reviewing, and researching my options, I chose Harrah based on price and location.

Pro:

Although, the check-in line was one of the longest I have ever seen, It was one of the fastest moving. Brian, who checked us in was very welcoming, professional and efficient in providing information about the city and property. I noticed many front desk employees going above standard Vegas standards. We received an average size room, which met our expectations for $60 per night. Although one light-bulb was out, the room met our standards (except the noise, see below).

The Range (a steakhouse with a strip view), and our Room Service were both great.

Location is a major plus. Harrah is within walking distance of most major strip properties.

Casino employees are very hospitable.

Con:

We got a room overlooking arnival Courtour first night. Live music played late into the night. After contacting the front desk, we relocated to the newer Carnival Tower, the next day. They should sell the Marti Gras tower rooms at a discount. The staff was apologetic, and upgraded us to a room with a view.

The traffic layout of the hotel is very confusing. It took us an hour to locate the Valet. Signage should be upgraded.

Fairfield, A time-share company, solicits, in the hotel. After about 4 times, it becomes annoying.

The Buffet was average. Ie seen much better in Vegas.

Overall:

The staff and location, make Harrah a good deal.

On June 26 2002, RateVegas User wrote:

I’ve stayed at Harrahs on a couple trips, both visits were very pleasant. Service was great, rooms were clean and comfortable. I really enjoy their casino. Pool area is not much to speak of, but its serves its purpose.

On January 03 2002, RateVegas User wrote:

Room was small, stayed 2 times and each time in LV we had to wait for room to be ready. Reno is great, very good rooms and great hosts, but tight machines.

On August 23 2001, RateVegas User wrote:

We have stayed at Harrahs in Tunica and Shreveport and loved them. Will not book Harrahs in LV again. The staff is not friendly. The room was not great. The comps are bad. In other words they lost us as return guests. Had to call for the bathroom faucet (no water) and the remote did not work. We reported it to the housekeeper, but it never got replaced.
We are dissapointed in the LV hotel. Location on the strip is not everything.

On August 19 2001, RateVegas User wrote:

WE STQYED THERE LAST YR AND ARE STAYING THERE IN SEPT. THE ROOMS WERE NICE FOR THE PRICE 2 FREE NIGHTS AND LOW PRICES FOR OTHER NIGHTS. AND ITS IN THE CENTER OF THE STRIP

On June 25 2001, RateVegas User wrote:

I was quite disappointed with the room. It was so small, I barely had room to open my suit case. There were stains on the wall paper and cigarette burns in the sheets. I am a platinum member of their slot program and have visited several of their properties. I expressed my concerns to the front desk and they couldn’t care less. Upon returning home, I wrote a letter to the general manager about the need to upgrade the rooms and about the size of the rooms as got a form letter back from them. I was truly disappointed and will never stay there again.

On December 19 2000, RateVegas User wrote:

Average LV room. Good value for the $$$. My wife wanted more lighting in the bathroom. Great view to the east.