I remember when the RIO used to ROCK harder than any other hotel casino in town, but this way waaayyyy back in the late 90's.  It's sad to see what was such a grand dame age so poorly.\n\nRooms are large but completely outdated without flatscreens.  Carpet, drapes and bathrooms are in desperate need of updating, and I saw many worn out and taped spots on casino floor.  Harrah's bought and paid a fortune for this property and are obviously trying to milk every single cent out of it.  It's sad, and only stayed here on NYE because I waited too long to book at the places I normally stay at like ARIA and the Wynn.  Restaurants weren't great back in the 90's and still aren't very good, although the burger I had at the American Grill was really tasty.  No good looking people stay here and the cheese factor has definitely been turned up with bikini clad chicks singing karaoke on top of the slot machines.\n\nDefinitely wouldn't be coming back here!