I can only rate this from the perspective of someb...

I can only rate this from the perspective of somebody just passing through Vegas on to local national parks and not as a gambler or somebody staying in Vegas for a vacation. That said, the Golden Nugget is an excellent hotel-casino, even if you're not there to gamble. The staff is hard-working and friendly, the rooms are nice, the casino itself has several different restaurant options, and you're right next door to Fremont Street, which is it's own interesting experience.