In it's prime, this hotel must have been THE spot. After all, Elvis was in residence forever and top notch performers continue to mount shows in its entertainment venues. But I am not a fan.\n\nI visited the hotel out of curiosity, primarily to compare Hilton hotel properties (Hilton has announced that it is terminating it's franchise agreement with this hotel at the end of 2011). I thought I'd stop in for lunch, on my way to other sites. Well, that was kind of a mistake. There is only one place, other than a coffe bar and a Pizza Hut, to eat before 5pm.\n\nThere are a number of shops within the hotel, including a couple of hair salons (chains). The casino contained in the hotel lobby seemed busy and I noticed there was a VIP area.\n\nI haven't been in the guest rooms, so can't really comment on them. I found the lobby and restaurant areas dated in regard to decor, but clean.\n\nThis hotel is attached to the Convention Center, making is very convenient to anyone attending a large convention there. The monorail also makes a stop there, which is important because it's not exactly in the middle of the action on the strip.\n\nI think this hotel had a government contract, a point that may be important to certain readers. I did notice several online specials, with rates as low as $79/night.