Hard Rock Advice Needed! (And other random questions)

[KatieB]

Hi all, finally joined the site after stalking these discussion boards for weeks. All the advice I've read has been incredibly helpful, so I figured it couldn't hurt to post some questions.

I'll be going to Vegas Jan. 26-29 with 10 friends (some couples, some singles, about equal mix of guys and girls).

My boyfriend and I booked a room at the Hard Rock from Thurs - Sun after buying a Groupon for $300 for all three nights. I'm assuming this means we will get the lowest-quality room (in the Casino Tower, from what I gather on these boards).

1) Any possibility of success if we did a $50 sandwich and asked for a possible upgrade to the Towers?

2) Any ideas for a fun time on Thursday night not involving clubs? We will be there early, but everyone else will be getting into Vegas around 10 or 11 p.m.

3) Thinking about doing Marquee or XS on Friday night, but absolutely no plans have been made. Does it make sense to do bottle service for the 10 of us? I'm certainly not a "clubber" and feel as though the bottle service will make the experience a bit more bearable for me. In addition, I just think it makes the most economical sense in terms of avoiding extremely lengthy waits and high covers.

4) Other than clubs, any laid-back bars you guys would recommend that have more top 40 music than house, shorter lines, cheaper covers, etc.? We are all around 27/28 and from Boston and NY.

Sorry for the lengthy post! Thanks in advance for any and all advice!

[dnix]

1. I like HRH. The Casino rooms arent bad. I know $20 usually gets a Paradise Room, which isnt much different. Ive been in both. Be direct about what your wanting for the $50. They always give the tip back if your not happy with their offer.

2. The Center bar at HRH can be fun.

3. Absolutely bottle service for that size group. Here are the host I use.
XS - Ryan Perrings 505-507-6111
Marquee - Justen Crews 303-229-0618

4. Hit up these guys and see what you can workout

Pure - Thomas Gorman 702-326-6774
Palms Club - Phil Loomis 774-239-2118
Tryst - Jared Garcia 801-915-7262
Tao or Lavo - Chris Traer 702-510-5286
Surrender - Drew Brilliski 310-968-4904

I know for sure Thomas will comp you a bottle. These guys are good about trying to work in your budget or helping with entry.

[smartone618]

I'll be there 25-28th in the HRH Tower and know that it was a little pricier than usual. I think there's a blackjack tournament goin' on or somethin', which may make it a bit harder to upgrade than other times. My host said the place was pretty full.

The above poster's right though, the casino-tower rooms aren't bad at all. I like the french-doors that open for some fresh air, though January air will be chilly. The only thing I don't like about those rooms is the small bathrooms w/ shower/tub combo, but the rooms are large. You got a great price for the weekend!