Not that bad!
by A TripAdvisor Member
I read all these mixed reviews, so I was a little worried about making a reservation here, but they had rooms at a decent price for New Years, so I did it, and I don't regret it! The place is undergoing renovation, and your experience is going to completely depend on if you get one of the renovated rooms. The main lobby building is quite nice, actually. However, most of the rooms are located in separate buildings - 2-story apartment-type buildings spread out over two blocks. The parking areas in back of these buildings do look sort of shady, but the street side isn't bad at all. I chose to park on the street because it's located right near the Strip, so there's still plenty of traffic around.
We had a one-bedroom suite for four of us. There's plenty of room, the bed is decently comfortable, although the sofa bed is not. The kitchen is equipped with most of what you'll need - glasses, utensils, pots and pans.
The unit was clean, the furniture was pretty new, and there were two TVs - one each in the living and bedroom. The cable went out the second day we were there and never came back on. When we called the front desk, they said that the cable company was having problems. The units have DVD players, which is nice. The pool in the center courtyard of our building was empty, which is fine since it was winter. But the rain had collected in it, so it looked sort of gross and depressing.
Overall, it was clean enough, it was very convenient to the Strip (just walk through the Imperial Palace), and you couldn't beat the price, especially for New Year's Eve. It's not glamorous, it's not luxurious, it's not a resort. Just make sure you request a renovated room when you book and again when you check-in. The staff seem pretty accommodating, if not the most efficient.
Not the best but OK
by TripAdvisor Member taylortraveler
I have stayed In the Las Vegas Resort thru 2 property owners. Always stay in the main building because I get a big balcony. For the most part have always been pretty happy there. However, when I have checked into room light bulbs out, screen door lock broken. But, I call and someone is up within 10 minutes to take care of it. The good part is that it's in a central location. Wouldn't purchase there if I had to do it again.
I bought my timeshare in Reno but really wanted to use the Vegas property, but since the bankrupcy am stuck using reno as the properties purchased split ownership. If you want a really bad deal Reno is the worst. Maintenance almost up $100.00 this year. Tried to add $30.00 on for Maid Service..do you believe that. Have one big event a year Hot August Nights and Telling me it's totally booked however if I could get in it's $30.00 more a night as it's a Holiday. What holiday? My opinion if you see anything on Celebrity Resorts...keep going the other way.
Excelent Value & location
by TripAdvisor Member winnyd
We stayed in the main building23rd-30thJan.Our room(3rdfloor )Was Very clean the furniture was all new also well equipped with a king size heavenly bed Rm1334. The only thing missing was no pictures .The wife mentioned it to the people they installed 7 top quality pictures the next day.The furniture was all leather couch & 2 easy chairs.The location is perfect .Your room key fits the elevator for acess to the Monorail Station.(we found out by chance It's not mentioned in their advertising).So we used the Mono for 3days .My rental car was parked 30ft under cover from the main entrance all week.It also had a balcony over looking I/Ps carpark(view nohell) They said they were turning it into a 5 StarProperty .They did install 3 televisions in the walls of the large lobby last week.& 2 workman were busy painting the building.I was a bit leary after reading all the negative reviews so was pleasantly supprised.I'm not a time share owner so feel for the low price I paid for the week I got excelent value for my money.When I told the Concierge I wasn't interested in any time share promotion.The literature on Vegas became very scarse.Checkin & out 2am & 6am was right on there was a room tax of$4.14/day that came as a surprise $30.00 over my expected bill. rdmidd@sympatico.ca
Not a resort but not a nightmare either
by A TripAdvisor Member
I booked through a third party - Club Midwest Worldwide and saw the pictures and was excited. I came to this site and saw reviews and I was scared!!! I have to say I was pleasantly suprised!
We arrived at 1130a and they allowed us to check-in early. The staff was very friendly and accomodating. The main building was very nice. Then we were taken to our building (stayed in 912)... it looked like a converted motel. Sort of an even more outdated Melrose place, you know with the courtyard in the middle. However, when we got into our room, it was furnished very nicely and was clean. The housekeeping staff brought us extra towels. I was disappointed though, as on the website they say there is a washer/dryer in the unit - there wasn't.
The monorail was next door, though I didn't hear anything overnight. The location can not be beat. If you walk 5 minutes, you are in the heart of the strip. I did not have any problem walking from the strip back to the room at night. I am a tiny woman. If you are scared to walk back, the "resort", they offer a shuttle from some of the major casinos until about midnight and they will take you to your door. The monorail lets off about 1/2 block away from the main building, so that's an option. Also they have a trolley that lets off about 1 block away from the main building.
The "resort" also offers a shuttle to the grocery store, so we saved some money from having to eat out every meal. They were very helpful, even though I didn't want to buy a timeshare. I already own in Minnesota. The drivers sometimes took you to your destination if there was no one else on the shuttle.
I stayed February 4 - 11, 2005. I definately would not call this place a resort, even with the renovations. But for the price, I paid 300 (after the suprise taxes) for the week. Which averages out to about 40 a day, the location and some of the amenities (shuttles, etc) it is worth looking into. The next time I travel to Vegas for a week, I will stay there again. I also will have pictures of the room within the next few days, so email me and I'll send them as soon as I can.
Terrible
by TripAdvisor Member tdickmann
We stayed at Summer Bay in February 2005 and were disgusted in the facility. We felt as though we were staying in a homeless shelter. When we arrived our room smelled unbearable and was filthy. The "renovated" room had mismatched furniture, broken lamps, a Panosonic cassette player for a stereo system, broken shower knob and ripped screens on the windows. The resort as a whole looks like low income apartment complexes with gated windows. We felt VERY unsafe walking anywhere near the complex, let along staying in our room (the doors don't even have deadbolts). We did notice that the police made frequent stops here. I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy!!
Nicer than Excalibur or MGM rooms & totally cheap.
by A TripAdvisor Member
Went in a large group for a bachelorette party and was worried when I read these reviews. The place was fine. We had a great time. The staff was actually very nice...not rude at all. Front desk was curteous and called taxis for us happily. The rooms were clean. A bit 80's, and totally Melrose Place, but not 'homeless shelter' etc as warned. I don't know what people expect for a room that sleeps 6, March Madness, and only $100 a night. Honestly. Summer Bay isn't trying to compete with the Bellagio, it's meant for budget travel. Reminded me of a Holiday Inn or Motel 6, but more character. The location was central, but it could be a hassle to walk through all of the parking lots to get into Harrahs and the IP. Other than that, no complaints. Had plenty of towels, two bathrooms, and a nice quiet sleep.
Photos
Harrah's Neon Along the Strip
The gang at Ricardos
Looking out at faux St. Mark's, Canaletto
Shaq
Forum Posts
Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by coopieclan
We're going to Las Vegas the week of the July 4th and we planning to take a couple of tours.
Has anyone tried the atv/dune buggy tours of the Valley of Fire? I'd love your feedback. My husband is a Trekie and wants to see some of the Startrek sites. Do you have to take the ATV/Dune buggy offroad tours to see these sites or do they show them on the bus tours? Is it better to book ahead or should we wait until we arrive?
We're also interested in Red Rock Canyon. Is it worth it to take a bus tour or to drive yourself?
We've already booked a flight, helicopter and ground tour to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon thru Papillon. Any info or suggestions for this tour would be appreciated. Should we bring extra water etc?
Thanks
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by riorich55
We spent a few hours driving ourselves through the Red Rock Canyon last April while in Las Vegas. I'm not sure about the tours as we usually don't take those preferring to go off on our own. I think you could probably drive yourself unless you wanted a more narrative history of the place. They do have a small museum when you enter the park which I thought did a pretty good job at giving you a little history of the area. If you do drive and are looking for a place to eat we enjoyed Hash House A Go Go which is in Las Vegas on your way out to Red Rock Canyon.
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by coopieclan
Thanks for the advise on Red Rock!
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by Odinnthor
I know that this tour (link below), does point out the location for the relatively few scenes filmed in the Valley of Fire. There is really only one site, but the valley panorama is indeed in the movie.
http://www.viator.com/tours/Las-Vegas/Valley-Of-Fire-Buggy-Tour/d684-3611VAL
The film was Star Trek, Generations, - and the VoF, is where Captain Kirk fell to his apparent death. Other than that everything else in the film was filmed elsewhere.
http://www.movie-locations.com/movies/s/st_gen.html
As for Papillion heli tours, they are one of the best if not the best, so you made a good choice there.
Too bad that the Star Trek, exhibition hall at the Hilton has been dismantled. It was a Trekkie's dream, that could fill up two whole days of reviewing. It included a 3D sim flight and Klingon battle with the crew in costume. It was really great. They just recently had a Star Trek auction in Vegas where they sold a huge amount of memorabilia.
By the way, - real Star Trek fanatics, prefer to ber called Trekkers, not Trekkies........d:o)
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by oldguy472003
Stop in at Bonnie Springs Ranch for a drink, snack and a visit to the old town.. Campy but fun.
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by oldguy472003
Sorry, should have said on your way back from Red Rock, stop in at Bonnie Springs.
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by coopieclan
Thanks everyone all your advise has been great
Re: Valley of Fire, Red Rock & Grand Canyon?
by sylv2
Hi. :) Can I ask what the Grand Canyon tour you booked and how much it was? Thanks
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