Has ARIA in Las Vegas Really Gone Downhill? 🤔 Let's Find Out!

We are back at Aria hotel & casino on the Las Vegas strip to see if it has really gone downhill in 2022. Watch as we get a standard king upgraded to a suite, take a dip in the pool, explore the casino, and more!
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[@TravelRuby]

Would you stay at Aria?

[@vegastocali]

I'm gonna teach you how to play Baccarat. Banker is Best. Always bet Banker. Remember that. Now go play and have fun girl.

[@AvoidLloyd95]

Since I would be staying in a standard room. I wouldn't until I start seeing better reviews of those rooms. I love the Aria and have stayed there many times and still do most of my gambling and eating there. But after reading a steady stream of bad reviews and the Show Me Vegas video. I cancelled my last reservation there in Nov and switched to the Delano. I doubt MGM has 'made it right' for all the people who have had bad stays at the Aria. But don't have a forum like the Show Me Vegas couple. One question, was the total for the upgraded room $100 or an extra $100 on top of what you originally booked the room for?

[@deadman2433]

Wife and I are at the Venetian where do we go to hang out with you and Mr Ruby?

[@willstegall2527]

100%....that view is sick!!

[@petrus666love]

I thought the suite looked exceptional, and the service sounded good too, from what you showed the hotel looked lush as well although the pool looked a little boring, I am in agreement however with the other comments, would you have been treated so well inc the upgrade had you been incognito Madame Ruby , you could end up being a victim of your own success, and you’ll end up not being able to give an impartial review , not because of your being dishonest, but by the corporations knowing your a travel blogger giving you a much better service , room etc because they know you’ll be reviewing it , be careful Hun , that would be such a shame cause I love your style and charm 🥰

[@nando5745]

Ruby I'm glad that you had a good experience at Aria. My wife and I stayed there for 4 nights in July of 2021 it was the worst stay ever, after we complained about a filthy, busted up room, they moved us to one that was just filthy. I wanted to check out and go to the Bellagio but my wife was to tired from the trip at 4 am. They sent me a email about my stay and I gave it to them alright,to this day they never contacted me about the awful experience. Anyway, my money will be spent elsewhere. I enjoy your channel very much. Thank you.

[@joes1247]

Same situation with me and when I let them know in an Email what had happened to us during our stay (all negative) we never heard from them again. Real CLASS from a LOW CLASS Facility.

[@mexican_erick4644]

Wow that’s crazy the Aria by far has been the best casino for me.

[@michellem6507]

Same here!!!!!

[@minecraftbuilder3110]

That was right in the middle of Covid. None of the shows or events were even open. All of the resorts were extremely understaffed. I was there that month also. My hotel wasn't spotless, but I chose not to complain as I understood why.

[@greaterbw]

Bellagio wasn’t much better we had broken furniture and stains everywhere the water view was the only good part for what it costs per night.

[@KristinAndJamil]

Your room at Aria was super nice!!! We stayed there recently and got a basic room. The room wasn't the cleanest and the furniture needed some updates, but it was okay overall. We were surprised how crowded the hotel was overall. Great review guys!!! Always fun to watch you! ♥

[@AvoidLloyd95]

That shows how the Aria has gone downhill. A couple of years it wasn’t a just OK type of hotel.

[@hunterchen9]

The way that you cut the Faithfully rendition into the next shot is soooo beautiful. Enjoyed your videos so much!

[@grootna1]

I saw the Show me Vegas video about the Aria. While everything you showed is wonderful it doesn’t seem fair to compare the luxury suite with a standard room. The sky suites were recently updated. Not sure you would have the same experience in a standard room.

[@MACMAMI]

For what it's worth, I just stayed in a standard room for two nights there March 27-29.................and I enjoyed my stay personally. I will acknowledge in terms of value (what you pay versus what you get), ARIA's rooms in their current state just don't stack up with Wynn/Encore, The Cosmopolitan or the Waldorf Astoria. I thought the same thing about Bellagio's rooms for years, but they have just finished renovating their rooms so maybe my opinion on their rooms will change when I come back there. But as of right now, the value and luxury in ARIA's rooms just doesn't justify their current pricing point. Still, the ARIA as a whole is a gorgeous property I consistently enjoy visiting. =)

[@kamyfernandes1]

Exactly...that's a great point. Plus, at this point, people who work in these hotels already know that she's a KZbinr.

[@playboymaxim]

@@kamyfernandes1 I was thinking that too lol! I have to believe that these corporations have people paying close attention to YT and other social media

[@playboymaxim]

I was thinking the exact same thing while watching this

[@smoken_aces4058]

My thoughts exactly

[@biba1220]

I stayed there last October and had an amazing stay. I had heard that some of the standard rooms need work (but I've heard that about almost every hotel in Vegas after the past couple of years). I've started booking/requesting the Stay Well rooms at all the MGM properties because those were all updated with the Stay Well amenities in the past 2 - 3 years so they are a little "fresher" than the other rooms. Just a tip for those going to an MGM hotel.

[@RogueStatusX]

i stayed there last october myself and felt like it was amazing. Long lines for the restaurants even with reservations but still amazing

[@Jocelyn-bh8mw]

I stayed at Aria in June of 2021 and had a great experience. Staff was friendly everywhere we went, room was very clean, and I love the smell there. I love the lobby bar and every restaurant there that we tried was great. It makes me sad to hear others aren’t having the same experience.

[@carolschaupner4686]

This was a nice review of that beautiful suite. It’s no wonder you thought the Aria was great. You also will get good service as a Gold member. I wonder if the average person with lowest tier in standard room would feel the same way.

[@gothreacts]

Yep will she address this

[@xmchxn]

I went last year for 1 night complimentary that i got from myvegas app and i was the lowest tier. I got an amazing room (not suite) with strip view and the room was very clean. I loved it there and cant wait to go back.

[@daveb7119]

I appreciate the video and like the restaurant reviews but in my opinion the management has caught onto Pompsie, Ruby, and other YTers and are not exposing them to what the ordinary guests might experience. Having said that I don't blame you for taking the upgrade, I just don't think it gives you a perspective to determine if Aria is slipping in quality.

[@Detdoncarter]

They just wanna show off that they can get comps and hook ups

[@poizonivy01]

I mean it’s what they do for a living

[@Detdoncarter]

She’s just as boujee as coolist or babealabe

[@EricErardy]

Honestly I get the same perks because I’m MGM Gold and even better and I’m not rich once you get up to those tiers they hook you up it’s not hard lol

[@nmelgar74]

@eric you’re right. I got mgm rewards and I get free 😊arming and free rooms all the time. It pays to be their rewards members. I’m sure Ruby gets upgrades cuz she gambles a lot. KZbinrs aren’t the only ones that get free things or upgrades. Gamblers and frequent Vegas visitors do too

[@TheClimateChannel]

Baccarat is SUPER simple. The majority of the game is just choosing between banker and player. This is done by making a hand closer to 9 without going over (face cards = 0, aces = 1, all other cards worth their point value). First two cards are given to each side, and if there’s a 8 or 9 total on either side and then the round is done (a natural). If neither side gets it, then there’s is a drawing scheme which is laid out by the casino. All in all, just bet banker and it is one of the best bets you can do in any casino!

[@Dancer810]

Well, I'm sure you know that not every shoe is a Banker shoe, right? A lot of shoes are Player shoes, so if you bet ONLY on Banker during those shoes, you are going to lose A LOT of money! Betting has to be according to how a shoe is running in order to make some money. You can't just always bet on Banker regardless of how the cards are coming out. That is neither a smart nor a proper way to play baccarat.

[@ryanlc9610]

I would recommend feeling out the shoe, and not just sticking with one or the other. If player keeps popping up ride that player wave and vice versa with bank.

[@tomvu1470]

@Captain Obvious Also wanted to add, this is *NOT* the version of the casino game you see James Bond plays in the movies. That is the European version which actually involves strategy. The North American version of the Bacc. casino game has stripped away all the decision save on which hand you wish to wager on (I *think* there's a neglible difference in odds between the two).

[@loblowry6282]

very simple, just prepare to lose a ton. Win then you are really lucky! Lose Thousands of $$$$, within 30 mins.

[@billrobertson5895]

@@Dancer810 let me guess you are one of those who studies the board to figure out what is going to be the next hand. Guess what. It means nothing. The casino wouldn’t put it up there for you if it actually helped you. Why do you think you don’t see the same type of board on blackjack? Yes some shoes player will win more but overall banker will win slightly more.

[@4MDK]

I agree - I just stayed at Aria for a long weekend in March and it was fantastic as usual. I'll be back July 4th weekend and still recommend Aria to all my friends. Thanks for the review.

[@LorraineBalun]

Great video and totally agree Aria is still 'Top Shelf'. Will be there for the 4th holiday and can't wait!

[@clairedobson2240]

So glad I found your channel. Great balanced reviews & brilliant editing by Mr Ruby

[@JustMyLife702]

One of my favorite hotels to stay in Vegas! I've stayed here more that 15 times, and never been disappointed. I love the rooms/ suites, game floor, and definitely the food options. It's in a great location to site see other properties. Highly recommend this hotel along with Cosmo and the Wynn. Another great video Ruby! Keep them coming!!

[@mannyvillareal]

Spot on again! I have stayed at the Aria 3 times and had a perfect time. Staff was always friendly and helpful. Thanks Ruby another great video.

[@ithomas101]

Love your channel Ruby! Your reviews are fantastic; it would be nice to see reviews of the basic rooms, because not all of us are eligible for all of the upgrades to suites that I've seen you commonly received.

[@wadeludaway352]

Right. You get an upgrade and the reviews are amazing.

[@trevorpanno516]

That bathroom is so nice, you can even watch TV while you relax.

[@howarda6578]

I haven’t been since 2019 but glad to hear that its still top notch. We had a great time when we stayed there. THANK YOU for all your videos. SUPER HELPFUL

[@griffinsutich1067]

0:34 respect for throwing a Jimmy Tatro clip in

[@TravelRuby]

Think you are the first person to recognize this. Love Jimmy!

[@griffinsutich1067]

@@TravelRuby His chill-to-pull ratio has to 5:5 lol

[@liarliar1408]

Suite only good if you have more people in your group for an inhouse party otherwise treating it like any other room because I didn't go to Vegas to get stuck in the room.

[@nicknicholas3186]

My favorite pool. Really like this place.

[@ajpope2010]

This was actually a really good Aria video ty....2 thumbs up

[@nicolenorman2854]

Yeeesss! Come thru Mr and Mrs TravelRuby!! Counting down to Memorial Week!

[@ryanlc9610]

My wife and I stayed here when we got married, and had a great stay! One of my favorites and you can’t beat the location!

[@Josh-xn2uu]

The only thing I noticed when I went a couple months ago was that they stopped serving drinks in nice glasses and also stopped providing frozen drinks (Miami vice, piña colada, etc.) in the casino - which was one of the small charms for me. There weren’t very many waitresses either, but it was PACKED.

[@djdalamar]

Yeah, with the higher table limits I expect glasses. I had the same issue.

[@annab9605]

We stayed at the Aria in a standard room about 4 years ago and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Room was clean and modern. Definitely go back. Beautiful Ruby., beautiful dress. Lots of great info.. thank you!

[@angelaa1611]

I play Baccarat and I also deal it for a living. Happy to teach!! It's my favorite game!

[@donut__worry]

Unpopular opinion but I preferred my stay at Aria better than my stay at Bellagio. I used a 2 night MyVegas reward for both. Aria had the cleaner room, better vibes, and better service overall.

[@karenhernandez8316]

Came back vegas yesterday and stayed at Aria. It was beautiful and good service. Didn’t have any issues at all! My husband loved it compared to other hotels on the strip. We stayed a standard room.

[@heyitsmeghan]

That Overhead shot in the beginning Omgggg love the editing

[@ShowMeVegas]

Great video as always! And those Show Me Vegas people sound really cool! 😉 Appreciate the shout out!

[@kevofftherez241]

Ha! Did you know that fella sitting next to you while you were filming and eating dumplings? He was like “who are you?” Great commentary and perfect video length. Thanks for the hard work.

[@tudywittlake1072]

Not all of us would get an upgrade like you. I would like to see a normal room.

[@davidfox6744]

Just back from Vegas and part of our stay was 3 days at Aria, 3rd stay at this property and could not imagine going to Vegas now without staying there for some part, the place is amazing, so relaxing and pretty and the service is amazing

[@michaellauletti6552]

As always.excellent video

[@seniorelectrician6831]

Glad you had a better stay

[@gerbrantdeboer4435]

Great video, regards from the Netherlands.

[@lasvegas313100]

Had the most fun and entertaining dealers ever at Aria!!!

[@creothetraveler4945]

When I got a upgrade to that similar room after realizing how nice it was I immediately added another day. I called it a day early both nights to enjoy how pleasant and enjoyable the room was. Watching this makes me wanna book again!!! 😎

[@lytaylor1204]

Phew! That video title got me worried! I had a lot of good memories at the Aria and didn't want to see it go downhill. I stayed at the Skysuite for my 30th birthday and it was my best Vegas stay ever. Heck, just the heated bidet alone was enough to make it my best stay ever. I'm glad to know that they're still providing the same level of excellent service.

[@neil3467]

Just make sure you’re in a sky suite because standard rooms are a different story.

[@tvtime1]

I'm here for Ruby's outfits!!!

[@Baaamicide]

Thanks Ruby! These video's are amazing and well planned out

[@alvaros.7721]

That singer had an amazing voice, now, we, your fans, probably want to hear your singing voice, is it amazing ? Thanks for the videos.

[@rfleming1001]

The corner suites at Aria are very nice and relaxing. I love the Aria its a great property to stay at

[@SonnyDK]

They soooo far away from the elevator core though. You feel like you're walking a mile from the elevator to your room.

[@HiMia68]

We love Aria … never been disappointed … it’s one of our go to’s

[@terryrutherford2114]

Wow we were in Las Vegas January 2020. My Daughter was there with her friends for her 21st Birthday, just before Covid hit. What a great time . Every place was decorated for Chinese New Year, just beautiful. Can't wait to go back! Thanks for the video.

[@cathyhughes7442]

Your dress is so lovely and so flattering. Great video. Cathy and Kevs x

[@davidbox146]

Ruby, Baccarat is SO EASY to play! You would be perfect playing in an evening dress and gracing the Baccarat area with your charm and beauty! Million books and youtube videos on how to play. You can learn in 5 minutes how to play... It is a blast; much easier than blackjack! Enjoyed your Aria video and look forward to staying there next time I am in Vegas. Thank you Travel Ruby!

[@patrickfreeman205]

Shaken, not stirred.

[@davidbox146]

@@patrickfreeman205 But no tuxedo required!

[@queen.mama.slots.5977]

Great review. Thank you Ruby. I’m looking forward to your next video.

[@Rese2000]

I stayed there November 2021 and for a first timer in Vegas this hotel was amazing. Got a upgrade room to see the strip and Gorgeous sunrise and sunset. No complaints here. Will stay there again.

[@icecoldjohnnyy]

That GTA intro was crazy 🔥

[@Daniel-qc7ev]

Ruby I luv the great coverage and editing ! Look forward to the next one 😊👍🏽‼️

[@andrewpettola6097]

You have restored my faith! I'm staying at Aria in August. Can't wait!

[@UniversalGC]

Sky Suites is our favorite place to stay in Vegas and we can’t wait to return in June!

[@doomsday4004]

just came back from las vegas. we stayed at aria hotel and it was king size bed standard room. best 200 dollars I spend on hotel room. clean, modern, and comfortable. we loved it!!

[@laureenl3016]

Wow so good to hear. Thanks for your honest reviews!

[@erikaarreola216]

I absolutely love your videos! Whenever my bf and i are about to go to Vegas we watch your videos to hype us up! We’re going to Aria next so super excited to see your thoughts on this

[@jonathanstan3942]

Also, they have renovated a lot of their sky suites very recently, but I hear the regular rooms are still falling apart.

[@davidbattise8218]

SHE is GREAT on the music, I listened to her at the piano, a year ago, AWNSOME!!!!!

[@cblu5254]

You got a updated room. I just left aria and the standard rooms are in extremely bad shape. Service, as you stated, is still very good but this ain’t 5 Star rooms. Period.

[@me_i__a1313]

Obsessed with you!!!! Your videos are so fun to watch. I really have to visit Vegas!!

[@angelinasvlogsrecipes]

AMAIZING VIDEO!!!!! SO FUN AND SOOOOOO REAXING TOO

[@kathleennipp1922]

Coming to stay at the Aria in May, was happy to see your review, looking forward to our stay. Love your channel.

[@karenmandel4547]

Amazing review for Gold MGM members, lm not in that category. l would swim somewhere else too and pay for coffee, snacks. l guess being Gold really truly has its perks. You showed the place off in a good way Ruby. it's stunning.

[@djm5687]

Baccarat is essentially betting on a coin flip. Bet on "Banker", or bet on "Player". The "Banker" bet has a slightly lower house edge. Don't bet on "Tie" or other side bets. I hope this helps.

[@kelleypopkowski1789]

Ruby! Another excellent video! Thank you.

[@BMLM49]

As MGM Gold members, we also had different experiences with Aria. Our first visit last year was pretty nice. Not sure if it was a standard room, but the room was very modern & beautiful. However, after our 2nd stay this past August, the quality totally took a dump. The room was definitely substandard. Smokey smell for being a non-smoking room, tablet was dead & would not charge, view was the roof top & tv got no reception possibly due to its location. After complaining, we were moved to another “standard” room. Aside from that, everything else was great. Sounds like upgrading is a must.

[@DaSnakee]

I was there in January and felt the same way. I loved it also stayed two nights at Vdara next door and both were amazing

[@gtford1986]

We just stayed at the Aria in March our room was great. We loved it. Definitely would stay/recommend the Aria

[@BlackStallion85]

I stayed in that suite last year before the remodel. It was great then. I do love the new brighter look they gave it. Love the furniture but my favorite part was the view. Loved hitting that tablet to open the curtains and seeing the view of the mountains and the strip in the morning. That's still in my mind. However I didn't pay that price through MGM. I'd definitely book that suite again. Loved the pool and the hot tub. I'm going to book that suite again next time I stay at Aria.

[@kevinnaughton5703]

Excellent content on the Aria, and great editing! Keep up the good reviews.

[@makeup1oh1]

Love that first dress in the beginning 😍

[@cosmoreed3461]

In Baccara you’re basically betting on a game of blackjack and what side‘s going to win except the tens count as zeros. The player side hits if they have a five or less typically and while the banker has more opportunities to hit, if you bet on banker they typically take a 5% commission off your winnings

[@jsmaiseyify]

You make me miss Vegas. Great vid!

[@TheNapster555]

I stayed at aria in December and I really enjoyed it!

[@strykercm]

Nice touch with the GTA V intro

[@melissawilson5160]

You are so good at this why are you not on national tv. 😊. Thanks for another fun stay..safe travels.

[@anthonylagano2371]

Great review Ruby . I normally stay at Bellagio but my friends stay at Aria and they love it . I will put it on my list 😎😎😎

[@roamwithdory]

Aria looks nice!! Thanks for the review :).

[@brncrw]

Lobby Bar is always a must. One freebie every trip!

[@StamperWendy]

Cool, thanks...

[@thelifeandtimesofyoboislim8967]

I stayed there two years ago. Very nice hotel

[@legalbeagle3368]

I’ve stayed there a couple times and plan to twice more in the next 2 months but all of them were/are part of a promotion last year (involving comped rooms) just when Vegas was reopening in March ‘21. Just a standard king room. I enjoyed all of my stays at Aria, Bellagio and VDara.

[@ryanlg805]

Ruby is always happier at the nicer properties lol.

[@jimmysaldivarjr6456]

Awesome video! Can’t wait to go to Vegas in a few weeks

[@dianepollock3597]

Thank you love your videos

[@ritchieboyd2067]

I agree with the below of course a suite will be better. Try a room in a mid range property

[@mlauren629]

Beautiful ❤️ Ruby! That dress is FIRE! These properties are ginormous!

[@monicahart4508]

Girl……you look FANTASTIC!!!

[@prestonsays]

Aria Lobby Bar is one of my faves too 💕 looks like you two had a nice stay

[@BeingTheBear]

Stayed at Aria in 2020. Same thing happened to me. Booked a standard room and got upgraded to this room type. Most comfortable bed imo in Vegas.

[@aprilh4933]

Coming to Vegas in May as we do about once each year. The Aria has never been on my list of “let’s stay here” might have to reconsider. Happy we will be staying at the Cosmopolitan! Lol! We Love Travel Ruby. Your the best !! 🎰❤️🎰❤️🎰❤️🎰❤️🎰

[@stevensnolimitvideopoker]

Thank you for the video. This was very informative 👏.

[@appraisertom807]

Should have done the video on a standard room to give a true assessment of the hotel experience. I'm sure the hotel was aware of your you tube site and gave you the upgraded suite and pampered you during your stay at the resort. I don't blame you for taking the suite, but your opinion on the hotel doesn't mean squat to me.

[@luckyjosh7]

Not gonna lie, but I'm really disappointed by this video. I was hoping you'd be in a standard room to truly show us the condition of one of their rooms there. However since you were in a Studio Panoramic Suite, I don't think it truly gives us a fair assessment of if indeed the Aria has truly gone downhill. I'm not saying you shouldn't have taken the upgrade, don't get me wrong. I'm an MGM Rewards Gold member too. But as far as giving us a fair assessment of the Aria, I think it was a flop unfortunately.

[@PJ-Slots-Entertainment]

I am with you on this. Show the rooms the average vegas person will get. Save the upgrades for a different video.

[@bobbowie9350]

Clickbait

[@maryhominuk376]

I agree with you. The normal person is not a well known vlogger who can get such upgrades

[@luckyjosh7]

@@bobbowie9350 [/Marge Simpson] "You're not wrong, but you didn't have to say it."

[@Geneo12345]

Yeah, off the mark. Should have been labeled a suite review, not a video to see if Aria has gone downhill.

[@suepantos2898]

Great video as usual. Looks like a good place to stay!

[@rossacohen314]

Great video, Ruby!😊

[@bumphansen8451]

Love the intro dress. Although boardwalk casino was my favorite spot as much as a dump it was. I always won $$$$$$ there

[@dumstar]

16 days till I’m back at the Aria. We got married there in 2015 and had a wrap around executive suite! Ive stayed there a few times and never really had a problem. The slot drink service and quality is really good, the atmosphere is always lively. Fingers crossed 🤞 platinum status gets us a good upgrade with the new rewards.

[@NinaPisani-p7i]

I heard there was a brief period where Aria started to slide, but i feel its coming back. I stayed there in 2022 and 2023, no problems. Aria is my favorite resort. It reminds me of the Mirage in its hey day in the 90s. Its not too fancy, but not too cheap. I didn't go to Vegas in 2020 or 2021, which seems to be the problem years. Can't blame them, it was not a great time for tourism.