44 years of this place, still my favorite casino in all of LV.
@PaulEHill9289 ай бұрын
I've stayed there a few times. The new rooms are really nice. Just make sure you ask for the side that faces away from the Experience. Otherwise you'll hear thump thump thump till 4 am. Kind of cool story about it the barber shop. The original barber passed years ago, and the new owner was going to retire so they were going to shut it down. Then out of nowhere a andres shows up and asks to take it over. They kind of dismissed him. Then they found out he was the grandson of the original barber and hung out there when he was little.. so they set him up and stayed open. Also there's remains of former employees in the basement. Several had no families when they passed and the casino paid for their funerals/cremation and they are still there. There are rumors its haunted. My only real complaint is the door to the bathroom opens the wrong way. So much room in the sink area, it should open out, but it opens in...so if you are a bigger person you almost have to step into the shower to close it. Lol. Minor complaint. Love the low table limits and 3/2 single deck. I went there a few years ago, gambled VERY little and immediately started getting comp rooms. Get that players card!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Andres was great he told me the entire story of how he ended up with the shop. Lots of history!
@gladfan19899 ай бұрын
One of my favorite places to stay in downtown. Mostly played minimum bet on slots and on a future stay, my room was fully comped. Am a bigger person and know the pain of that bathroom door. I am in total agreement with you, sir. Get that player's card!
@dabears18953 ай бұрын
THE EL CORTEZ IS A GREAT PLACE. THE 4 QUEENS IS MY FAVORITE PLACE IN LAS VEGAS SO I RARELY STAY ANYWHERE ELSE BUT I DO STILL LOVE COMING INTO THE EL CORTEZ EVERY TRIP TO LAS VEGAS.
@orbitalstripe9 ай бұрын
Woah, haha good job with the Buffalo Trace, but my advice: try sipping it on the rocks rather than shooting it down. Goes down smoother. Cheers Pare!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Haha wish i did
@austinjohnson27979 ай бұрын
Agreed, Buffalo Trace is one of my favorite bourbons to sip on, especially with a cigar!
@NawlinstoVegas2 ай бұрын
Just Booked the King 47 for Halloween week!! Can't wait💀☠👺👻
@NeilMacedo9 ай бұрын
The El Cortez is an amazing place, and I can confirm that the slots are looser there. Michael Nugent is an amazing singer 😊
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Glad u enjoy it!
@NeilMacedo9 ай бұрын
@@Jaycation thanks bro
@jobertfontecha64494 ай бұрын
Awesome Vid!! Love the content !!
@James-ns7kc9 ай бұрын
Thank you Jaycation for the outstanding view inside the EL Cortez casino and hotel. I think they are the best in all of Las Vegas over all. They treat people right! Maybe not the most glamorous, but the fairest in Vegas I know of and an Outstanding staff. Thank You for sharing!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
They really do treat people right!
@crossovr19689 ай бұрын
🤔You chugged that fine pour of Buffalo Trace like it was some common whiskey like Jim Beam... LOL!!!🤣🤦🏽♂ Great Video, will definitely have to check out the happy hour and SIP some BT🥃
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
They told me it was a shot so i took it as a shot lol
@pandakeeper9 ай бұрын
Just found your channel. Got a recommendation on a subreddit. I am very impressed that you don’t just show the fitness center, but actually use it! I’m usually just one of a very few people who use fitness centers at Las Vegas resorts. Or maybe it’s the time I go in, they just seem to be empty. Great learning about the El Cortez.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Haha its always good to get at least 30-45 mins in during a vegas trip.
@pandakeeper9 ай бұрын
I’m pretty impressed with the rooms. I really like the design of the bathroom and the wooden floors. A nice,,fresh look.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
It does look good!
@vegasgal95057 ай бұрын
Such a classic cool place.
@KiKiD95549 ай бұрын
Very detailed! Appreciate you & all u do JJ Happy New Year🍻
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thank you Kiki! 🫶🏽
@000Blonde4ever9 ай бұрын
Great video!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@RafaelGoodVibes3 ай бұрын
I recognize that, that's where On My Mind was recorded
@cholosinpolosgolf18569 ай бұрын
My wife and I stay there every time we go to Vegas. We always get a room in the Tower. We love it because we like the Fremont Experience and it's only a block away.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
i enjoyed it!
@naomilopez78024 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing !!! I want to stay there next time I get to go To Vegas ???? The last time I was there back in 2017 ? I’m due for a Vegas Trip ? I’ve heard they pay our plus they treat their customers really Great ???
@gerrysagert57099 ай бұрын
This is a great video on the EL CORTEZ- Have stayed here for the past 20 years and seen it renovated and I love how it's kept it's past relevant. Must does- The Prime Rib, sit at a bar and play a machine with a beer or cocktail. The hotel has something for everybody's taste- IDEA- Split your Vegas trip into 2 hotels- old Vegas / New Vegas Cheers G
@05nautilus9 ай бұрын
Wow you took that BT whiskey as a shot, you can sip it with some ice
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Haha i shouldve cuz that shot got me
@OreoCrumb9 ай бұрын
I found your El Cortez stay video very helpful and a place to visit next trip to Vegas. Thanks Jay
@jennifercampbell7429 ай бұрын
With all that said about the hotel room, I will absolutely consider staying there...
@Terrie-W9 ай бұрын
Ur face was glowing after that barbershop experience. They did a good job.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Andres did a great job!
@RuthyLook9 ай бұрын
I love watching videos of places I'd never step into.
@vegasdano75699 ай бұрын
I’ve been to this historic casino since 1980s to the 2000s. Not a big winner but, it’s a cool place. My uncle loved it.
@texadonkey346 ай бұрын
Wow, you finally made it to my favorite hotel. Thank you, 😊
@rickmiller86149 ай бұрын
As a local you do a great job showing off our town. I will check out the El Cortez as it looks like a fun time for a night out. Happy New Year!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Have a happy new year as well 🎊
@mikeholmed70299 ай бұрын
I will be in Vegas next week. I'm definitely going to try that burger beer and whiskey deal.
@julianromero5479 ай бұрын
Finally!!!!!!!!! El Cortez anyone reading this if you a gambler you gamble here no where else cheap table minimum easier for you to win with better odds
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
The best
@CellaDragon9 ай бұрын
That dinner looked so good. Maybe because I’m also super hungry. I stayed there at their upgraded suits that you have to walk across the street for and they were really nice, but having to go outside to them was a small draw back
@avizodynamiic9 ай бұрын
great review, heading next week and staying there for the first time
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Have an amazing time!
@337--LEE8 ай бұрын
New to the channel , gonna binge it , you have a great presence ..PEACE !!!!!!!!!!!
@dathanpiritu93399 ай бұрын
Yes! Speakeasy Barber Shop! Love the clip. I always get the Speakeasy Shave with Andres!!! ❤
@SLEEPASSIST76389 ай бұрын
love ikes bar i have hit so many quad 2s on the machine at left end its uncanny.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Sounds like you found your spot!
@Deana95289 ай бұрын
OMG you did a shot of buffalo trace, LOL. That is a sipper drink. Mostly used to make Old fashioneds.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Haha the server said to take a shot
@eelyeoj57999 ай бұрын
I used to live in the Ogden towers across from the EL Cortez. They used to have a good cheeseburger, french fries, and a draft beer for $5.00.
@vegasdano75699 ай бұрын
Barbershop was once owned by a man who cut hair of some really famous entertainers. The really old casino is the golden gate. Operated in 1906 but was closed and opened again I think in 1909.
@lc27488 ай бұрын
Great video, ❤️
@nealxl62569 ай бұрын
Another banger video by Jay!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
I appreciate you!
@TheTechguy409 ай бұрын
Great video. Did they sponsor you and you got the room for free to review it ?
@JasonEmerson7119 ай бұрын
You almost got me convinced to give downtown a shot for a Vegas stay. Almost lol. I love the strip too damn much to leave it for another hotel! Definitely a great watch, very informative. I'm gonna have to give El Cortez some of my gambling money next time in town!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Haha try out downtown sometime. I usually stay in that area 1 night out of a 5 night trip
@JasonEmerson7119 ай бұрын
@@Jaycation honestly, what's been your favorite stay so far? One of the reasons I love staying on strip is proximity to poker rooms. No action downtown besides Nugs.
@phillipbrennan70828 ай бұрын
I stayed at ceasers this year was awesome room and cool spot. But I felt food and drinks was such a rip off. Got married on Freemont. Wanna go back down town I liked the vibe better then the strip.
@bobbybuildsit9 ай бұрын
I haven't stayed there yet but make a stop in every time I go since I learned of the match play, free play, and free drink for showing the boarding pass.
@DarleneGiusti8 ай бұрын
What is that? Flight boarding pass?
@bobbybuildsit8 ай бұрын
@@DarleneGiusti correct, the flight boarding pass. I think you have to show it on the day of arrival.
@DarleneGiusti8 ай бұрын
@@bobbybuildsit thank you!
@JimmyJam75719 ай бұрын
I mix my whiskey with Co-cola and like my burger well-done.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Nice!
@JosieJayD8 ай бұрын
I brought my mom to play at el Cortez and it wasn’t loose. As for me when I played the first time there I played the old buffalo machine and won $300! Hahaha
@JimmyJam75719 ай бұрын
Great food and drinks in there, huh Jay
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Yup
@awesomeadamfrom20999 ай бұрын
Awesome job jay thumb up
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Appreciate u my partna
@harveyh36969 ай бұрын
Just subscribed.
@carolvelasquez94039 ай бұрын
Really great review and content, Jaycation! El Cortez is a historic gem. Loved our first time visit there a few months back, as well. Keep up the great work! Love your channel. ❤️ Happy New Year! 🎉
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thanks Carol! I really did enjoy the Vegas history
@mikemurphy73199 ай бұрын
Heading to Vegas next week and staying at the el Cortez. I can’t wait. And I do like the idea of a beer stand right by the black jack tables ❤
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Have a great time! The beer by the tables is an amazing thing!
@angelarmando949 ай бұрын
Love all your videos. Most times you over explain a lot of things. One example is eating the food at the beginning or even when you’re playing poker. Just a lot of random details us the viewers didn’t click the video for. Fast forward and then give quick update. It’ll save you so much more time for more informative things
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Terrible take
@Archerave9 ай бұрын
Dope Video you Definitely have Something here #IloveVegas ❤
@BillReitz9 ай бұрын
The cool green picture of a meteor streaking at 19:07 was actually one of the rocks that mysteriously move across "The Racetrack" in Death Valley.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Yikes! Weird things happen in the desert!
@latruce9 ай бұрын
Awesome! I always wanted to know how El Cortez is. 21+ so I usually can’t go when I’m with BabyTruce.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Yeah didnt see any kids in there
@briansieve9 ай бұрын
Cool vibes
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Great vibes!
@ballpickerinparadise34819 ай бұрын
That pot roast looked great.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
It was a great suggestion by the server!
@DennisSmithAIStockImageClub9 ай бұрын
El Cortez is on my list of places to stay this year in Las Vegas along with the Flamingo with their Bugsy connection.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Love the Vegas history!
@vegasonfilm63039 ай бұрын
Made me.like.the el.co again
@2007cgarza8 ай бұрын
aioli = mayo plus whatever you choose to add :)
@douglasmazzola76819 ай бұрын
Sounds like a cool place!!
@julianromero5479 ай бұрын
Oh my God, I just rage quit when you didn’t double down against the 2 with a 10 😂
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Lol not a serious gambler
@ChetDonnelly19859 ай бұрын
I'll stop by for the food because it looks good and maybe some gaming but staying is a no go for me it's just a little to old for my tastes I prefer modern new hotels, thanks for the tour Jay we'll catch you on the next video.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Its a great place to stop in!
@fuji42024 ай бұрын
Remember $1 craps and half dollar drinks . 80s
@jamesanthony70139 ай бұрын
Jay Jay classic
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Classic for sure!
@kylebuda47329 ай бұрын
Double that 10 versus a 2!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Coulda woulda shoulda lol
@JimmyJam75719 ай бұрын
I come here to pump you up!!!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Lol
@gelc90416 ай бұрын
filming is ok?
@DennisSmithAIStockImageClub9 ай бұрын
We have Eureka here in Downtown Boise and it's so good!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Its a great spot!
@jc23339 ай бұрын
I went here in April 2023 .
@Helena-wu6sr9 ай бұрын
Great video Jaycation. Happy New Year's 💖. Take care. Helena
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Happy New Year!
@harveyh36969 ай бұрын
01:20 What's the minimum bet on that table? edit Just saw the answer at 07:50. Awesome.
@HoboJIm1175 ай бұрын
I got threatened to be stabbed at el cortez at 3 AM lol had fun with the blackjack tho
@annadegraeve86829 ай бұрын
The old section of the hotel looks nice with the remodel, but I stayed in the rooms across the way, Not near as nice. They use so much ammonia when they cleaned. It burned my eyes and I had to ask for a new room then something bit me. So if you’re gonna stay there, stay in the part where the casino is not across the way.
@boogitybear22839 ай бұрын
I highly recommend Sam’s Town! Yes, it’s off the strip, but get a cheap rental car or Uber to get yourself around the city!
@pandorae73627 ай бұрын
I stayed there recently in one of the Original 47 rooms. The room was filthy and dusty. Soap was left from previous guest...I could go on. Avoid.
@CharlesQ-m5g9 ай бұрын
great review...thanks
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@DeVineyVlog9 ай бұрын
Greetings from San Diego 😊😊😊
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Home sweet home!
@davidgrybb85478 ай бұрын
Whooooooooooooaaa!!
@newyorkerinvegas9 ай бұрын
Oooh! The Speakeasy Barbershop looks like an awesome experience! Great Clips just isn't on the level LOL
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Its great! Andres was awesome
@yvonneacosta25399 ай бұрын
Wow, the El Cortez looks amazing. They have done a great job with the updates while preserving the history. Definitely a barbershop when some of the mags avail include Playboy and Guns & Ammo.😂 My 3 wishes are to meet Jaycation, treat him to a great meal and win some money to pay for the great meal! 👍 I'm planning to be in LV this week so may have to visit El Cortez and check out that rime rib or pot roast. Hoping to say Hi to Norma if she goes live on the Strip this week. Hope she is feeling better.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
We gotta make those wishes come true in 2024! Happy New Year!
@yvonneacosta25399 ай бұрын
@@Jaycation 👍Happy New Year!
@Piggy-Oink-Oink9 ай бұрын
You should know The El Cortez Rooms are truly HAUNTED. They might have 'renovated" the rooms but you can't renovate a spirit. If you allow a winning 'spirit" to enter you you might wind up a much better player at the tables cause YOU arent calling the shots
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Nothing wrong with spirits IMO
@HereBeBarr9 ай бұрын
Dude that room's not bad at all!!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
It was great actually!
9 ай бұрын
Where is the best place to watch the Super Bowl in Las Vegas, other than Allegiant Stadium?
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Durango sportsbook. The George
@lizzard7019 ай бұрын
❤Love the video and how you cover everything in the room and all the restaurants Great job
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@amyshaffner9 ай бұрын
The remodeled room looks so nice! Great info Jaycation! Happy New Year! 🎉😂
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Rooms were great!
@DennisSmithAIStockImageClub9 ай бұрын
I will search out those places that have coffee makers in the rooms. I hated that the D and Virgin made you get cleaned up for the public to go get coffee. I like having my coffee while I wake up and before I get cleaned up to be in public. haha
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
I didnt bring a coffee maker on this trip lol
@mastaboog7499 ай бұрын
Looser slots? What are they known for having more wins? I'm going to Vegas for the first time next month, staying at caesers but I definitely want to try a few different casinos!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Yeah loosest slots in downtown for sure
@information7793Ай бұрын
MORDELOs - The fighting spirit - I will pass for peace ban fighting in bars and trash. Love this place embarrassed by Mordelo fighting spirit types head over to Walmart.
@darlawittmier17939 ай бұрын
What happened to the 99 cent shrimp cocktail?
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Couple blocks down at fremont casino
@larynjanay48789 ай бұрын
This was a great video Jay! Made me want to go to the El Cortez! Happy New Year to you and the Family!❤
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Thanks! Happy NYE
@hpycamper19 ай бұрын
We also LOVE the El Cortez. You managed to show some of the best of the place. Super friendly dealers and a GREAT VIBE. We stayed in one of the original 47 rooms last year at Christmas time and it will be remembered as one of our favorite Christmas's ever.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Glad u had an amazing christmas there!
@luisdominguez10939 ай бұрын
Thank you for the update I usually always stay at The D but I’m booking my el Cortez room this Jan 5th for the end of march can’t freaking wait ❤❤❤
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@rebeccacornier20823 ай бұрын
3 to 2 pay out is not a good deal
@gloriataruc83719 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this video! Im wondering if El Cortez is kids friendly! The prime rib is worth a visit!♥️♥️
@williamsalvini41029 ай бұрын
From the El Cortez home page: "All guests on property must be 21 or older with valid state ID."
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Didnt see a single kid in there. I believe its 21+
@gloriataruc83719 ай бұрын
Thank you! Going next week with my 2 grandkids that’s why I’m asking!🙏🙏🙏! Happy Sunday!
@CashBandits4 ай бұрын
Slots are a bit looser at el cortez but as far as video poker goes they need to learn their place. They act like they are on the strip and refused to comp us a cocktail even after putting $60 through the video poker machine within 10 mins. We said goodbye forever sadly. They've changed.
@pat759 ай бұрын
I have this group of friends who used to be Vegas regulars. One guy talked about the old poker room being a total dive with *interesting*, unsavory characters who were easy money! 🤣 I really wish I could've had a chance to play at it!
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Where did the poker room used to be?
@pat759 ай бұрын
@@Jaycation I have no idea, actually! Oh man, it was so long ago when my friends talked about that room. Maybe over a decade ago!
@richardfabrizio89989 ай бұрын
You’ll see the stained glass ceiling across from the Cortez room. Right under the stain glass poker ceiling scene
@EightOEight8089 ай бұрын
🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽
@GrumpyWolfTech9 ай бұрын
As someone currently on a diet, this video hurt to watch.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
I guess?
@denisediamond2939 ай бұрын
Enjoyed your El Cortez 2 night stay over on Fremont St. TY 🎉
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
It was a great stay!
@bobblebunny2199 ай бұрын
Nice chill place. I only knew the police station is on freemont as Jeff showed it on a live, I think its new. Hope to catch you on your new years live stream.
@Jaycation9 ай бұрын
Jeff is da man! Shows it all. Gotta get him to 20k this weekend
@bigsquatchsasfoot19649 ай бұрын
Hi Jay , happy new year to you fella thanks for all the cool videos this year and looking forward to 2024 . Never been to Vegas must get there one day I’ll work on the princess as I think it looks like good fun . I didn’t actually realised it got so cold out there ! Mind you it’s 6 degrees cold and extremely windy here in the Uk ( as normal) so not looking to bad there lol