The $58 Las Vegas Suite No One Shows You

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There is no shortage of cool hotel suites in Las Vegas, whether on the strip, off the strip or in downtown Fremont Street area. The one I'm showing you in this video is at the Cabana Suites at El Cortez. Although suites are often very expensive, today I'm going to show you a more affordable option that is practically a secret, since so few people ever show it. This hidden gem suite is connected to a very popular casino that's known for having better odds if you're gambling at blackjack, playing slots, and although the sports book area is small, they do allow you to bet on horse racing. You can find cheap food and drinks in the hotel as well as just outside of it. This place even has coin slots for those of you that love the "old classic" Vegas feel! Tell me if you think this room at Cabana Suites is one of the best deals available.
00:21-02:26 Room Tour
02:31-03:31 Features & Amenities
03:31-04:21 Perks
04:23-07:17 Siegel’s 1941’s Prime Rib Special
07:19-08:03 Tony’s Corner at Parlour Bar
08:04-08:41 Casino Floor
08:43-09:25 What is Buried Under the El Cortez Hotel?
09:26-10:25 Photo Spots
10:26-16:33 Pros & Cons

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

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[@fogduck9291]

Your definition of a suite is different than mine. That is a room with a sofa and desk.

[@DixiePokerAce]

That's about right.

[@totalDfitness]

Buts it $58 in Vegas 😂❤

[@Bartels92]

Wraparound terrace at Cosmo is my favorite suite

[@Tward2929]

The suite at the palazzo is baller

[@godjhaka7376]

@@totalDfitness you can get down to $20-40 in Vegas a night, no excuses. You can manage a whole week at an Airbnb for less than $150, no telling VRBO. Housing cheap in Vegas. Try that in my city, I've paid $3,000 a month for a 1 bedroom in the Mile High City.

[@shonta]

Great vid as always Jacob! 👍👍

[@robertl.7143]

I'm really digging the new style of filming. Whoever is behind the camera on this one did an amazing job!

[@rogerrosen2323]

this is off the strip is there resort fees like 25 extra a day?

[@rogerrosen2323]

yes i see there is but other places can give you this price not on saturdays or fridays

[@MrDirtpaw]

Do you come with the suite? Yes please.

[@RobNotBob]

I like to stay here for the following reasons: weekend rates are 1/2 the price of the strip hotels, 1 block away so not as noisy as Freemont street hotels, and casino bi is low minimum and 3 to 2 payoff forblackjack. Also, there are two additional restaurants across the street that you can use comp pts including ayce sushi.

[@jayfromaz]

I haven't seen one of your videos in a while. The cinema quality of them is great. Both the editing and the optical quality. And your style is a notch up. But a lot of your older videos were a casual stroll through Vegas. Great job. My compliments to you and your crew.

[@thaskizz]

The shuttle only goes from the El Cortez to the airport, no pickups at the airport

[@JaybirdVegas]

I’ve never been inside the El Cortez cabana suites, but the room looks really nice especially in the downtown area. I ate at the Siegels restaurant too and I enjoyed my meal I had there. EL Cortez has been around for 81 years and it definitely still has the same classic vibes that we don’t see often at the Strip. I love the editing you did of this video, especially when you did the tribute for Tony Hseih who redeveloped Fremont East District . I lost $60 bucks playing the Buffalo slots 🎰, but I always had fun enjoying myself every time I visit the El Cortez. I love that you’ve shown the interesting facts about the place and the pictures that you took as well. Plus, the view is so beautiful 😍 I’d definitely go inside the cabana suites one of these days next time I visit the area. Born and raised here in Vegas myself, I definitely recommend the El Cortez to anyone who wants to see downtown Fremont street. I agree ☝️ that the area is rundown, but it’s definitely gonna get redeveloped someday. I went to the neon museum last month with my dad, and I remember going to the Cashman field where I watched the Las Vegas 51s baseball ⚾️ game when I was little. Thanks for making this video Jacob, I appreciate it a lot. Happy new year 🎈🎆🎊!

[@scottkwidzinski6658]

Nice video, dude. You’re different than Norma, Pompsie, etc, you’ve got tons of useful info throughout. Keep ‘em coming!

[@JasonGrape]

I personally like El Cortez. I've stayed in Pavillion, King Tower, and Cabana Suites. Highly recommended for cheap hotel and great atmosphere. I even met Jacob when he was leaving El Cortez last month. It was awesome to meet you.

[@oldiesgeek1]

@Jason I've never been to the EC myself. What room do you prefer? I think it's neat they have one floor of rooms where you have to take the stairs. 😊

[@karenmandel4547]

Since 1998, it's been my favorite downtown.

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Nice! I can see why

[@laepitt821]

That green color is awful

[@Steve-vl9ed]

You forget the following con : those neon green walls and ceiling of the room 😮

[@patriciaschmitt6448]

I loved this video Jacob. You talked about everything that I wanted to know about the El Cortez as I was thinking of staying there on my next Vegas trip. You're so well spoken and great for business reviews in Las Vegas. I certainly hope your reviews are picked up by these establishments and are appreciative of your efforts as you go over and above in analyzing every detail. Always look forward to your vlogs as I know they bring value to Las Vegas.

[@ReverendChance]

Add 29.99 per night for Resort fees ..

[@StS9LBJ23]

If u like this review, check out Pompsie for many more

[@itzzgraham]

I forget how tall you are until your waking around the hotel with the camera behind you lmao

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Hahaha

[@dewz440]

You used to be articulate and speak intelligently on your videos, never starting sentences with the word "SO", I've noticed you never used to do this before you started hanging with Pompsie and Norma, both of whom use SO, SO, SO, SO repetitively at the start of almost every sentence. It's irritating to those of us whom dispise this ignorant use of the english language. The same can be said with the words LIKE, LITERALLY, BASICALLY and TOTALLY. The number of times these words are used as filler words is proof that the dumbing down of America is no myth.

[@godjhaka7376]

Looks like ParkMGM inside, definitely not a suite either. Almost like they ripped off the idea of Angad Hotel in STL... But there each room has an entire color theme: blue, red, yellow, etc. The entire room , bathtub bed drapes paintings etc all match

[@bluesbeno]

Been following you for a while Big J, and the production values on the videos have came on leaps and bounds of late! Good job man, keep it up! 👍

[@Insane22sz]

“ I am Jacob this is my life in Vegas “ you keep forgetting 😢😢😢😢 😢

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

LOL. I'll see if I can sneak it in for a future video ;)

[@NeilMacedo]

The El Cortez is a wonderful hotel 😊

[@jameshepburn4631]

Yup. Always stayed there except one time I rolled into town without a reservation and they were booked solid. Love the El Cortez.

[@rogerrosen2323]

i think it was fixed up i remeber storiesaaa long time ago

[@okyoutube8887]

I think your newest vid got copyrighted today.

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

It did unfortunately. Thank you for the heads up!

[@Kazwell111]

Jacob, I see you really upped your game on the production work for your videos lately. Great work!

[@topps8638]

As a glasgow rangers supporter, that room colour rules it out for me :D.

[@mikemckeon8976]

Jacob, nice review of room, and property. I realized you're repeating what they are calling a Suite, but that is a hotel Room. Any other suite would be much larger, most are double the normal room size, and by square footage, that appears to be a normal room size. And resort or amenities fees are just a way to let the properties get their rooms listed at lower rates on different booking sites, these amenities where always included in your room fees back in the 80s and early 90s until these fees started appearing, and parking was always free, until the big boys realized, if folks are willing to now pay resort fees, let's charge for parking when you come here also. Just more nickel and diming, with more 0s behind it. At least the locals casinos don't hit you up to park and loose money in the machines. That said, the Room is nicely done, and the hotel seems very clean, and the extra security measures, being close too the shadow lands, is definitely a nice touch! Keep up the good work, always enjoy the videos and reviews.

[@hanker72]

That looks pretty good. Thanks for the heads up! Two comments: 1. Ironic that they are called "cabana suites" and there's no pool. 😀 2. Unless that TV is more than 10 years old, it's definitely not a plasma. It's LED. 😝

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Good points! :)

[@JRG32459]

@@JacobslifeinVegas Pretty sure the shuttle only goes to the airport (Monday through Saturday), but does not pick you up from the airport. Always stay at the EC, including the Cabana Suites now and then (but usually the Tower).

[@JohnnieV]

Its over 10 years old. Maybe 20. They are 42 inch plasma tvs

[@johndornoff]

When I saw the title of the video I immediately thought of it was the El Cortez. My wife and I stayed there several years ago and it is such an interesting and historical place. Thanks for some of the historic tibits of the place.

[@louisdufour4106]

Sorry to bust your bubble but I live in Las Vegas and I rent my suite for 42 dollars a nite.

[@53Indian]

8 separate ad breaks in a 16 minute video makes it unwatchable.

[@richparks5197]

When I was there the airport shuttle was only from 7am till 2pm one way

[@Lfundoo]

Thanks for this great video Jacob! Keep up the great work! 🤙❤️🤙

[@BunnyTheChi]

My favourite area of Vegas is Fremont and the hotel with the most history is the El Cortez. I absolutely love it. Thanks for this video.

[@100mfp]

You always come up with the best content!! We went to El Cortez a few months ago just to check it out because it's a historical property. We took some good pics of the outside but now I have such a better knowledge of the whole property. Thanks so much!

[@aprilcarter9631]

Thanks Jacob this was very informative !!!

[@jimjam23]

Parlour bar has some great live entertainment on weekends. Hal is a fantastic singer and takes requests. So much fun.

[@Iamdolphin1987]

El cortez. Our favorite place. Great location, great staff.

[@vickilssrb4405]

My Grandparents from the LA area always use to stay at the El Cortez prior to the mid 70's when my Granddad passed away. I finally had the opportunity to stay there with my parents, son, & Grandmother in '86. I absolutely LOVED it!! ♡♡♡ One thing that really stuck in my mind is that amazing Grand Staircase! ☆☆☆

[@sfchick7615]

Staying at the el Cortez because of you!

[@having-fun-while-i-can]

The room is $204 for 2 nights with all the fees

[@josephbuckley4902]

No pool is a deal breaker for me but good as a recommendation if someone (that doesn't care about a pool) ask about a cheap downtown hotel that's nice.

[@sharonkemerer2799]

Great video. Would never thought ti stay there. Have gotten the prime rib before. Lots of good tips about this place. I might consider it when staying Downtown.

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Thanks Sharon! It's definitely worth considering👍

[@irvingr.fatback886]

Closed circuit tv, coast to coast hook up.

[@gorymarty56]

Is that 58d all in? Resort fee?

[@joshrodriguez5820]

It won’t be $58 much longer 🤣

[@SamStar486]

right 😂😂😂 blowin up the spot 😅

[@joshrodriguez5820]

@@SamStar486 make your reservation 10 months in advance 🤣

[@Travelingmanvegas]

Its almost $200 on weekends

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

lol

[@SA-ho1mu]

Amenity Fee makes it not that good of ad eal

[@missmarina_xo]

You made that chair look so small 😂😅

[@AprilMartinChartrandMS]

Love the artistic video editing and reminds me of someone you know's editing style. Great information and great edits. Well done all around.

[@jayjacobsen3473]

Probably your best video I’ve ever watched. Great job!

[@jim6070]

So, it’s not a $58 suite, it’s a $93 room. And the casino is old with very few amenities and you even have to walk across the street to get there. Yep, complete false advertising by Jacob. I think “anything for a buck” pompsie is rubbing off on him.

[@richardwinman1994]

He didn't false advertise he clearly stated Casino building is across the street, don't hate.

[@jim6070]

​@@richardwinman1994 Yes he did, and he downplayed it. I am not hating, I just feel the need to call out when someone sells out. I have been following Jacob pretty much since he started, so it is disappointing he has resorted to the same tactics that he has criticized the casinos for doing. I will hope this is an anomaly and he has not turned into another shill like pompsie.

[@truthmatters5170]

Can you do one on Conrad Hilton at RW? Thanks, man.

[@BretMix]

For a really long time, the El C was my go-to for cheap stays, but then I got tied into MGM Rewards and it always made more sense to stay on the strip, especially considering I travel with family and the Cortez' 21-plus policy kind of removed the possibility of staying there. That said, I support their choice; there should be adult only options for lodging. Should I ever find myself there alone, you bet I'd go back, it's a great casino and if you like downtown, it's really hard to beat.

[@donedwards6414]

El Cortez is a great place to stay.....done so 5 times both in the main tower and Cabana Suites. A great value and perfect location for Fremont St area. Thanks, Jacob, for another excellent video and showing off your pecs!

[@MysonKirby]

I knew it was the El Cortez. I been their at least 8 times in the last 5 years. Otherwise I go to the Four Queens. I'm a 73 year old Crazy Bunny Father. At my age, I can't do to much walking. That's why I Love Downtown Las Vegas, Fremont St. Next time I will bring My Son Kirby 🐇.🤗😘🐇🥕🐰

[@imarginationwalsh9460]

Love this casino ❤

[@davej2035]

The Village pub at Ellis Island had there 32oz Double cut Prime Rib for $21.99. It is awesome!!!

[@genedeguzman1293]

Wow the lime green walls is an eye sore. Unless your a Seahawk fan or a Kawasaki rider. Extra fees for the gym?! No pool. No thanks. I'll stay at the California around the block. 😂

[@prestonnewton9370]

I gotta stay there.

[@cliffbarr1993]

Nice video, upping your game. Your hard work shows!

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

I appreciate that!

[@tomk3620]

Thanks Jacob!

[@merylcando]

El Cortez, I was there last week. Very historic property. I think that's Sweet at the front desk. Siegel's breakfast is luscious, huge. Use the $5 food coupon on the three eggs, sausage, bacon, and pancakes. It will get you through the day of sightseeing, (even if you had decided to give up meat). At the Parlour I met the bartender Eder, and that's where I got my complimentary drink. I will definitely return, though next time I will have to have a pool, nearby. I stayed in Tower, the main building, absolutely beautiful room 714.

[@grif13]

Thanks Jacob. Good vid as always. Don't know why but I love the El Cortez, and this from a guy who usually stays on the Strip. Lots of flavor, old school gambling, low key. Love the club sandwiches at the restaurant. And have actually won some money there. Thanks again.

[@aces7515]

Years ago the area was “shady” as hell!! You didn’t walk around at night. We used to play there in the 90’s and stayed in the tower. I went last month to play some vp, little nostalgic, coin machines. El Cortez is where I hit my first $1 vp royal flush! I’ll never forget!

[@tomzhangus]

nah you can get mgm for that price. unless this was on a busy weekend when everything else is like $300.

[@darrensmith2849]

Just wanted to say thanks...I'm learning alot about Vegas...looking forward to taking my first trip there.

[@MisterEMystery]

Your definition of a good deal is different than mine; 4 months after this vid you shot a vid at Circus Circus where the bigger room with taxes and all was $10 Less than this one ($82 vs $92 after all fees). Before fees, the $40 room charge at Circus was still lower than the $58 at Cortez Cabana. Not to mention Circus has the pool you mentioned was missing here (though I don’t swim in others’ pee anymore).

[@Hispandinavian]

I stayed there. It was not too bad. El Cortez was not bad, but it smells like old cigarettes. It´s an old establishment, so it´s no big deal. For the first time since childhood, I saw cigarette machines on the casino floor. They removed them when I was a teenager in Virginia to discourage underaged smoking.

[@gregthompson4068]

I just stayed there last week in the tower premium rooms. No privacy in bathroom ,vanity is open with no doors. Toilet /shower is closed off by frosted glass and door does not lock and its open above so not only you see the shadow of someone going to sit on the toilet you hear everything and the light shines into main room as there is no door to close it off. Yes they have free shuttle but only for 5 people I believe its once a hr I booked sthe huttle then was told there was room only for 2 and there were 4 to our party. Took a uber to Airpot instead. They put a braclet on you which you must were. We ripped them off. The positive it does have old vegas style, friendly staff and a nice casino but did find there were alot of street people in and out and very noticable in the washrooms by Siegal restaurant. Not knocking this place was excited to finally to stay there but till they improve the privacy of the washrooms I will not stay there again. They have nothing to offer for paying resort fees. Stay at the D as room cheap and they have pool but also they own Circa and you can use Circa pool free being that your staying in The D. If you do stay in the premium tower stay in the north facing as there quiet. Alot of noise facing south. Just being honest.

[@awy1977]

Love playing at ElCo, but I've stayed there once...wasn't impressed.

[@sfchick7615]

Not as advertised! We stayed here in February 2023...awful experience. Hotel is having staffing issues so there is no one to clean rooms. Imagine dirt and gunk from previous guests' stay, still in the room when you arrive 🤮! Jacob, you need to talk to management if you are affiliated or getting kick backs for this video because your reputation is at stake! Don't trust this review!

[@DeniseVioletta]

I knew exactly where you were right away! I've stayed at those Cabana suites many times 😀 Such a cool place

[@dplj4428]

H2 s? Nope. 5:03 el cortez, siegels $$ food, downtown, fees, (free shuttle airport in 2024?)

[@MrWhyme55]

😀😀😀😀😀😀😀😀

[@kellydelerenzo262]

Wow the colors in the room they're quite vibrant I see that you had some prime rib there at the Elcortez May I ASK? is the restaurant at the top of the horseshoe still open that's where we used to go for prime rib or JERRYS NUGGET? when I lived there I had to leave the crime was too much.. God bless n stay safe👍🏻🙏🏼

[@kellypond9377]

I appreciate your lifestyle, healthy, happy, sober, sharp, and sweet! Worthwhile and informative watch, you offer so much, super trick!

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Thanks Kelly!

[@holdenc3082]

@Kelly Pond My lifestyle is more interesting. Hedonistic, sarcastic, and treating my body like a rental car.

[@kellypond9377]

@@holdenc3082 check out coolist! Jacob, for me brings something fresh to the Vegas buffet...and really easy on the eyes!

[@James-ns7kc]

Thank you Jacob for sharing your video and suggestions. Thank You!

[@brettreines9749]

Love content b safe

[@sherrifisher7293]

Nice hotel and casino preview Jacob. Great location for those who don't want to be right next to the loud noise of Freemont St

[@holdenc3082]

I like El Cortez. I stayed in one of the Cabana rooms. I enjoyed everything about it except when I broke my damn toe on their bed. I don’t know if all the beds are this way but mine had a big wooden frame around the bottom. Smashed the hell out of my toe and broke it. There may have been some profanity involved. Be careful if your bed has one of those big frames around it.

[@7avocado]

The biggest scam of Vegas hotels is "resort fee" except summer season. RIDICULOUS!

[@josephhudson7378]

Thank you, man. This is the hotel I was looking at. Downtown surprised me, and I wanted to experience it again. That price for the room is reasonable.

[@stevea6936]

As one of my three weekly Hangouts the others being Ellis Island and the Orleans. Jacob did a phenomenal job in describing the El Cortez history and the Cabanas. Suites.However he left out two very important restaurants for anybody who has an El Cortez players card. Your El Cortez players card is good for the two restaurants directly across the street called the Eureka and the Sushi House both of which have other delicious food choices for you. If you have points or comps on your El Cortez player cards just walk across the street if you don't want to use the Seigals 1941 restaurant which I find to be overpriced other than the prime rib dinner which is what Jacob had. I love the race and sports book because they separate out the seating for the people who want to watch sports and for the people who want to watch horse and dog racing which is me I love the dogs I grew up on the East Coast when dog racing was the national pastime with horse racing until Indian Casinos started to take over everything and BS animal activists started crying about cruelty to dogs which is total BS. Horse racing is just as cruel unless you like your butt beating with a whip everyday but there's more money in horse racing and of course as all Americans know money rules everything. Thank God West Virginia is going to be the last state in the nation that still allows dog racing that is simulcast at the El Cortez and yes all the sports book attendents know me very well and they will tell you I'm pretty darn good at dog racing $ 1,500 last weekend. Final note just to update the history the El Cortez is the oldest casino in downtown Las Vegas or Las Vegas Henderson proper. The oldest casino in the state of Nevada is the Railroad Pass Casino in Boulder City

[@ronr748]

love dog racing to bad its fading out use to go to Iowa dog track b4 they closed this year

[@larrywheels762]

El Cortez is not a high class joint. Caesars or bellagio don't do bums.

[@stevea6936]

Larry Wheels. I don't care how much money you have. Smart locals hang out at local casinos El Cortez is the oldest casino in Las Vegas not Nevada but Las Vegas jerks like you should stay at the Bellagio or Caesars smart locals never go to the strip

[@joannathibert9738]

Jacob great tour, great vibe, you are great at doing these vlogs! A true professional! Thank you for sharing. Joanna from Canada 🇨🇦

[@adamgomez1323]

Thanks for the awesome video man 👍🏽 after watching this video I would definitely stay at the El Cortez cabana suites cool green color to the room. Great downtown location

[@versuskid4232]

This room looks so claustrophobic and would definitely call this a closet not a suite! ☹️☹️☹️☹️

[@markthompson7503]

My favorite place to stay.......Cabana Suites/El Cortez

[@mikepaul6205]

Very Nice of you!! Hope to see you soon!!

[@Bear_Arms]

Interesting fact, the Cabana Suites building used to be called the Ogden House. The first floor hallway of the Ogden House was used to film the death scene of Sharon Stone's character in the Scorsese classic Casino. There's a ton of Vegas history at the El Cortez. I used to see the late, great, Tony Hsieh at the Parlour Bar plenty of times. He would sit at the corner of the bar, surrounded by his Zappos coworkers. He had a mohawk for a while, so you couldn't miss him. Zappos headquarters is located right across the street from the Cortez. It seemed like a lot of Zappos employees hung out at the Cortez back when I stayed there.

[@Ooops1984]

Free shuttle is huge, no kids-- sketchy east and north anytime of day, made up fees and poor ventilation..I live here, but would do a few days trip..its getting cold AF soon..so wouldnt miss the pool... nice job staying ahead of Geli on the sub count...she is a force for sure

[@frankhalak4597]

A simple question as I don't do Facebook or Twitter or Insta or TikTok , what is your height ? You look about 6'4 or 6'6.

[@majikdivaa6199]

THE QUESTION IS ...WHERE IS THIS HOTEL AT ? IS IT OFF THE STRIP ....YOU CAME TO VEGAS , DO YOU WANNA STAY IN DA BOONIES ? IF THE HOTEL IS CHEAP ...YOU KNOW WHAT THTS MEAN ...THTS WHERE THE HOODIES AND DRUGGY HANG OUT ...

[@FeelYourMind]

That room was the biggest dump I've ever stayed in while in Vegas. Place should be condemned.

[@calebcochrane]

We just stayed there, the place was a dump and they didn't have rooms ready until 3 hours+ after the actual check in time. I highly do not recommend. Pay more for a better experience and service. I think the security guy got pushed over and died the week after our stay it was all over the news......

[@CrimsonLegacy]

I was guesstimate the Cabana suites at the El Cortez and I was right!!! I always stay at the El Cortez every time I go but jever have gone to the Caban Suites yet.

[@avisarfaraz8648]

Cortez suites are great

[@fuji4202]

30 years ago ghetto back than . Pros 25 cent craps and 50 cents Modelo beer 🍺. $3 Black Jack

[@alvaros.7721]

Wow, I learned a few new things, thanks for the video Jacobo, I need to try that coffee place in El Cortez

[@curtisrobinson7962]

@06:22 I would have hit on those mashed potatoes & gravy first. Looks delicious.

[@jerryforeman4543]

Great 👍 place! Thanks for sharing! Will keep it in mind next trip!

[@becorations1]

The El Cortez…I did a pinup shoot, and that was my exact backdrop. It was a very cool room!

[@almabelhumeur6672]

One of the best videos on the Elcortez Jacob.

[@JacobslifeinVegas]

Obrigado Alma!