So far, our first day at the Stratosphere Hotel ...

So far, our first day at the Stratosphere Hotel is good. First good impression! Later on, we'll be visiting the Casino and Tower. Based on the sighting, we have high expectations. I'll be updating more info after our nap .

--> 1st day: We got familiar with the Stratosphere Hotel map so we don't get lost inside and waste time .

--> 2nd day: We worked out at the Fitness Center on the 2nd floor. Next, we went to Elation Pool on the 8th floor which has 3 hot tubs and large swimming pool. A few lounge-style canopy rooms are available. A bar is also across from the pool. Plenty of seating available. Summer temperature is preferable and better to really enjoy all of this.

--> 3rd day: We rode the red Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off bus to Circus Circus , High Roller where transfer to another but smaller bus . Next, it stopped at Excalibur Hotel . Then, it stopped at the MGM Grand Hotel (green building).

--> 4th day: It's today January 26th, 2018. I had a good workout at the gym...

--> 5th day: Is our birthday celebration. I made a reservation at the 109th floor restaurant .

--> 6th day:

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- Noticeable from moving traffic.
- FREE public parking for customers.
- Wheelchair accessible entrance.

- Welcoming and friendly staff. Robin was very helpful and gave us a few pointers. He's very willing and excited to guide us around.

- Casino machines are in the entrance lobby. Registration desk is to the right as well as the Cashier.

- Starbucks and McDonald's are conveniently located in the hotel on the 2nd floor.

- Welcome to Las Vegas Gift Shop is located across the gym.

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Standard Room w/ 2 queen beds on 19th floor includes:
- 32" Panasonic LCD .
- Dresser and mirror.
- Central A/C and Heat system.
- Hairdryer by the sink.
- Ironing board and iron.
- Smoke alarm detector.
- Room incandescent lights flicker when turning on.

- No mini-fridge.
- No microwave.

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Hotel amenities:
- FREE Wi-Fi.
- FREE Boarding Pass check-in Internet access.
- Fitness center or gym .
- Spa .
- Hot tub on the 8th floor via the Elation Pool.
- Swimming pool on the 8th floor.
- Outdoor pool .
- Room service.
- Pet-friendly.
- Kid- friendly.
- Bar .
- Restaurants .

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Casino:
- Poker tables are all over place.
- Gambling machines are everywhere.
- Play and gamble till you run out of money!
- ATM style card available for purchase.
- Add funds to your card to play.

Tower activities:
- Top of the World Observation Deck 108th and 109th floors.
- Skyjump.
- Insane rides.
- Air bar on the 107th floor.
- Restaurant on the 106th floor.

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While checking-in today (1st day) at the registration counter, I've brought it to the attention of the teller that previous customers have complained about a few hotel bathtubs were clogged and the water was backed up and travelers were held responsible and penalized by charging their credit cards on file. And she replied that if a customer did leave the water running, then after an initial investigated has been conducted, the hotel room occupant's card would be charged for the damages.

***And I did observe the water taking longer than usual to completely drain, about 1 - 2 minutes top.