My Honest Take on the New Fontainebleau in Las Vegas 🔥

[@phisiks]

being this "up-scale" and "bougie" across the street from circus circus is wild lol

[@trevormartin8013]

On gawd 😂 😂😂

[@ha-on2vt]

Stop omg I love you and Ruby!! Only Vegas reviewers I watch!!

[@angrykanagroo]

I miss the old Vegas- the over the top themed casinos with outside shows . There was an exciting energy throughout the casinos. Now, it's just like a giant shopping mall.

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

Well said, me too! It's all money money now. Missed the ol days

[@jackmeeellleee4896]

@@PlanetKaosIRL I want a time machine to go back to 1960 and catch a Rat Pack show.

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

save me a seat 😏@@jackmeeellleee4896

[@313jb8]

I mean there is a big mall inside of the lower level.

[@STONESGAM]

Vegas is turning into an overpriced place mostly for wealthy people or people who enjoy being gouged and think they are balling by paying $20 for a Coors Light at the pool and $8 for a bottle of water. I agree it has lost much of it's old charm. It's now just a generic place with very little character. These new places are luxurious yes....but when playing in the casino it all starts to feel very same-y anyway. The very high end places just aren't very fun to gamble in quite frankly. I would stick to downtown or off strip for gambling but most people not from Vegas will want to be on the strip not isolated at some off strip hotel 7 miles away from everything. It's not even a good place for food or entertainment anymore. You can see the same concerts or shows for 1/3 the price in another city. Or get just as good a steak somewhere else.

[@beavispdx]

It’s too brightly lit for me, somewhat tacky, but the burger place Capons upstairs is excellent I think it’s a one-and-done for me Great video as always

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

I'd like to go back for the steakhouse and now that burger

[@kevinhernandezgarcia6538]

That’s what it is! I think you hit it on its head. The lobby is amazing but with out a lighting team they missed out on the opportunities to add a little drama or mystery to the place. I would have liked to see some more spotlights on the art work to make it feel even more grand. Which is why I feel it’s giving mall or airport vibes

[@beavispdx]

Thanks I agree the lobby is really very cool It would be even better if the light inside those twisty plastic rods could slowly cycle/change colors Just some more mood would be great to create a vibe. The word “sterile” kept coming to mind on my first visit. It does have a lot going for it so there’s room for improvement. And I don’t wish for failure or anything. I might have to go back in a few months for another burger or another slice of that Miami pizza. The hot honey pepperoni slice is probably the best pizza I’ve ever had. 😎

[@codytraweek4407]

You're right, that's what is wrong with it: too bright.

[@worldtraveler84]

I was in vegas over new years and I stopped in. To be honest it felt like I was in a shopping mall more than a casino.

[@jaketheasshole]

I wasn't impressed at all. I walked around once and left. I probably won't ever stay there.

[@supitschillbro]

on some level nowadays, if they’re going to justify being on the strip, they need BIG revenue. and if you need BIG revenue, you need PEOPLE. and if you need a lot of PEOPLE, you need to build in a way that accommodates CROWDS. which is why all these places look like nicer-than-average airports

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

you right about the feeling but they have a solid restaurant line up!

[@Prague1810]

The mall vibe threw me off. It didn’t give me the Vegas environment that I was craving for. But I’m sure it will work for others. 👍🏼

[@joemccauley9309]

We were there on the first day after opening. To be honest, we were disappointed. Beautiful property but lacked atmosphere. Didn't seem to have a fun vibe. Played slots for quite awhile and didn't get one line hit or bonus. Cocktail waitress finally showed up after about an hour. I ordered a coffee. After about 1/2 hour she came back and said coffee maker for her station wasn't working. No fun! And food prices were astronomical. Why are people ok with price gouging? We don't mind paying a fair price but don't like getting taken advantage of. Wont be back

[@donut__worry]

I stayed the same night you and Travel Ruby checked in. I enjoyed the restaurants and the room was beautiful but I don't think I will stay there again. I had a difficult time trying to get my complete folio at check out, charging things to my room, and receiving tier/rewards points after my stay. I wish the higher ups had worked out more of these issues beforehand. It's frustrating having to call the hotel back several times after you return home and getting transferred to dead extension lines. On a more positive note, the pasta at Mother Wolf is a must try! Komodo is also really excellent.

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

I had a similar experience. They have some things that need ironing out for sure. Met Ruby and her husband right before she stayed at FB. Great people

[@lawrenceshin2150]

Great review! Thanks for the exploration of the new property!

[@gameplayer1980]

Same issue as when Resorts World was starting up. Quite barren. But if you like less hustle and bustle in your home hotel, this is a great place to stay now.

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

so true

[@primemover1416]

I miss the themed hotels/casinos. I'd rather stay at NY/NY than Fontaineblue or Resorts World.

[@uptildawnltd3253]

I don’t see anything at Fontainebleau that would make me choose it over Venetian or Wynn down the street, hell I’d rather stay at Luxor over FB

[@beavispdx]

Agreed! Bring back themes. The best vegas hotels have a theme. The new ones are pretty but all look very similar. It’s not special without a theme of some kind

[@RuthyLook]

@@uptildawnltd3253 Luxor? Lol. No

[@uptildawnltd3253]

@@RuthyLook Luxor? lol, yes

[@RuthyLook]

@@uptildawnltd3253 How do you prefer your dirty rooms and bed bugs?

[@jakealden2517]

I'm staying at the Fontainebleau in June. I got a Queen Bleu room for 145 per night +resort fee. Thanks for the video. I'm looking forward to the experience.

[@pauljayvlogs489]

Best in the game. Happy new year Jorge

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Love u Paul!!

[@justthetruth2662]

A lot of times art can't be explained..it's what the artist created in their mind

[@PaigowMaster777]

Another great video! You're the man🤙🤙

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Thanks brotha!

[@andyfowler7810]

For that algorithm nice one boss, top video!

[@vissitorsteve]

I always thought it was pronounced 'Font' rather than 'Fount'. BTW, I am a sub and really like your videos!

[@andreabellini6796]

It technically is Font

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

You guys are right! I miss pronounced it all video!

[@beavispdx]

Apparently the proper pronunciation for Americans is “Fountain blue”. 🤷‍♀️

[@SirEattonHogg]

Stayed at Fountainbleu several weeks ago. We were impressed - everything from the lobby, the food, the pool and the room was top notch. The gym facilities was one of the best I've seen for a hotel. Many of the people staying there did seem very "bougie" which was amusing. Only drawback maybe is the mood is a little more sedate than the other hotels since it is still new. Since the hotel is still desperate for guests, the rate was pretty low for what is basically a 4 or 5 star hotel and they comped us like 100 bucks for food(!). Maybe the other drawback is its location being in the north part of the strip which required using the bus or uber to get to the busier parts to the south, but we didn't find it a big deal and we even walked back a number of times when it was cooler at night. Anyhow, we would definietly stay there again.

[@Jesssica12]

I always enjoy your content. Actually just finished up your live from a few days ago. Hope you had a good new year!!

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Thank you! Happy New Year Jessica!

[@mjerome1457]

This was a really good honest review. And dude is good looking in those glasses. 👓😍

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

haha two thanks

[@transitdude3352]

Those shops probably won’t be filled or opened in a while especially if they’re on the expensive side. I love the bow tie theme of the property.

[@jeffhoffman3429]

Thanks for the honest review, I think it will deliver in time. However at top tier prices, we shouldn't have to wait.

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

exactly right, completely agree

[@gregorycharles1651]

They are going to make a killing with the superbowl coming soon. A two week long party and celebration for superbowl week before and after the big game. Those hotels will sell out. Vegas accommodations are the destination, perfect for this consumer fest. Food, drink, and entertainment oh my

[@creativemindplay]

Jorge is such a cutie agree button ⏬

[@LondonHasFallin]

It's a beautiful place. Hopefully they will prevent smoking in most areas.

[@mikepark1219]

I didn’t see any non-smoking areas but did notice that they don’t have any ashtrays anywhere on the slots and no ashtrays on garbages and people are resorting to killing their cigarette butt on the metal part of the slot and ashing over the carpets.

[@Aztek0074]

Bro, we went the 2nd day it opened. Thoroughly unimpressed. It was like a Hospital opened a Casino. I got flashbacks of the Hospital scene in Bicentennial Man and the "I Robot" scene at the company. Willing to check it out again but 1st impression was not good. Oh, and the Uber pickup? Sucks.

[@giovannywalters5516]

$18 for a drinks and you don’t care that it isn’t good! Nope! Remake it!

[@sunmeetkaur7387]

I’ve stayed at fountainbleau. It’s a really upscale casino and hotel. Not sure when they are going to open high end shops! I like the fact that is away from the strip. Sometimes being on the strip can be overwhelming! The good is great! It was a bit empty when I stayed. I think business should pick up during the convention season.

[@sfdanceron1]

Wow!! Papi Steak is already down to three stars on yelp with a plethora of 1 star reviews.

[@MH_6160]

that does not surprise me at all.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Doesn't surprise me! it's a bit gimmicky BUT i still would like to try

[@beavispdx]

A video of Jorge with the briefcase tomahawk would be 😎

[@XavierMarxTreasureHunts]

Hi Jorge! Masxed Lady here :)..Happy New Year! Another terrific video! Go George!

[@Knoxy318]

Hey dude, just stumbled across this video and I appreciate the down to Earth and honest quality of your commentary. Good stuff. I haven’t been to Vegas in decades, but if I were to stay at a new hotel, I would also expect everything to be open.

[@kevinhernandezgarcia6538]

Being younger too seeing this lifeless in the dark for so many years it’s great to see it open I hope it’s a good omen for the economy

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

me too bro, glad it's finally open

[@tomtracy3995]

Fire vid. Looks like an awesome new property.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Thanks Tom!

[@jaketheasshole]

I checked out the FB last week and I was not impressed. There is nothing special about it and the slot selection is not good. I will probably never go back.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Fair assesment

[@Tbpker22]

Th architecture of the interior is elegant and beautiful!

[@markcummings3146]

Pizza looks amazing but it's about treble what I'd pay for the exact same thing where I live here in the UK. Hotel itself looks really nice but it's location is going to be a problem and I can only think they are appealing to convention traffic and people willing to pay top dollar not to leave their resort.

[@beavispdx]

Oh I was wondering if anyone knew the story as to why the “fb” was removed from the side of the building. It was about halfway up the tower but it was removed at some point. Hmmm

[@whimsicalhamster88]

A Travel Ruby cameo is fun. I’ll be there this coming long weekend. I’ll have to check this place out.

[@Bluboy30]

Nice tour of the place. I booked their corner suite for my trip back to Vegas this April, and I am looking forward to exploring the place in person. I think that's the trend with these new Resorts opening. I'm aging myself, but I remember when The Aria and Costmo first opened, not many of their restaurants and stores weren't opened.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

I heard that too! but I was a young buck to see that

[@Bluboy30]

@@Vegas-Must-Try Yeah, I stayed at both The Aria and Costmo a couple of weeks after they opened and a lot of the bars, restaurants and other places were not opened yet. I think it is just impossible to get everything ready all at once when a giant resort opens. The owners of those bars, shops and restaurants needs to hire people and get their stuff ready and it just takes time to make it happen.

[@philrose7716]

Your content has so much class. Thank you.

[@RomyRobinson]

Thanks for the tour was great coming next week

[@Louise_C3]

Thanks for the review!

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

My pleasure!

[@andreabellini6796]

Best looking Vegas KZbinr ( don’t tell Jaycation I said that 😂😂)

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Just took a screenshot! gonna show him

[@andreabellini6796]

@@Vegas-Must-Try noooooo 😂😂

[@FernandoMartinez-cg7md]

I just was there and the place is beautiful and really elegant, a rarity in Vegas where excess rules (Wynn and Bellagio when it comes to luxury). I´m not sure the concept will work.

[@OhSankYouDoktor]

Was there the same time as you and Ruby. I was thrilled to meet her and Mr. Ruby - very nice, down to earth people. Sorry I missed you. In short, the place is beautiful, the rooms very luxurious (also not had a chance for anything to be damaged since it is all new), and it has potential. But you are right - it was not ready to open. Across the board, the staff tried hard but was inept. I had to call housekeeping three times to have my linens changed and it never happened. Nobody knew where anything was. My second night the TV went out and I was later told it was an issue with their provider. No TV late night. And their two sorry excuses for a gift shop are shockingly bad - you cannot get a small bottle of liquor to take to your room, only huge ones. It is also so huge it makes the MGM Grand seem like a boutique hotel. If it overcomes its growing pains, it could be a great hotel one day but that day is not here yet. Bellagio and Wynn are still the tops for classic Vegas comfort and style.

[@MarcusGleaves]

Love what you're doing hope to meet you when we visit Vegas. We usually go twice a year, KEEP GOING! This is amazing content and so helpful. This upcoming trip will be number 7 for us and we're going to a few of the places you suggested.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Love to hear that Marcus! Will keep hammering at it!

[@nataliecblake]

Apparently the mini fridge is ‘weight activated’. Put something inside and it will turn on

[@stevespittler8414]

Great review appreciate the content. Happy New Year 🎉

[@HeyG1]

Nice tour of the room, casino, bars and eateries. Can’t wait to see where they are operating at 100% with the shops and pools.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

So excited for the pool! you're totally right!!!

[@stack4444]

My first time in Vegas as adult in 2008 i stay at the Riviera and the big blue building sat there for years i hear rumors that they ran out of money 💰 for this project. That location sucks u got Circus circus across the street and its not safe at night over there. Nice hotel im coming for Super Bowl 🏈 i will stop by and check it out.

[@Yolduranduran]

We wanted coffee at the bar and they did not have any 😢. I did have iced tea at the slot machine and it was so good. Wish I knew what sort of tea it was.

[@LIVE_Concerts_STL]

I love Travel Ruby

[@crowslots]

Always fire content 💪

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Thank you!!

[@dicloniusgames]

Even if it's just to see it after 16-17 years of how it came to be, I wanna go here even if only once.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

I actually really like this casino now

[@ALVAROT91]

It's about time that place opened up I first saw it in 2013 now I can finally go in

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

beeeeeen soooo long bro!

[@robertromero8251]

Solid review..I agree that they should wait and open when totally complete. I stayed at the cosmo right when it opened and it was the same experience. The only good thing about it was that was the only time I could afford the cosmo..lol

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

I guess that's super common

[@bean0315]

Before I always thought was this FB a FaceBook hotel ??? Facebook is building a hotel ?!!! Lol

[@Parker-Green]

Great review, Jorge! Some good food spots to try out 👍

[@davidnevolo4402]

Looks super nice, but also like the new airport terminals popping up everywhere.

[@mybestlifevegas]

The house that the Koch brothers built? No thank you. Never find me there. But, totally enjoy your energy and videos!

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

thank you for watching at least lol

[@sethkang4410]

reminds me of our casino here in elk grove california. from abandoned mall to casino.

[@laurastone6578]

Did your refrigerator turn on at some point?

[@deegee9560]

Great coverage! What no fridge plugged in! Well, it's better than the Circus, Circus with moldy refridgerator with rotting food inside! Ha! Wondering if their game-floor will improve / expand!

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

hey, free snacks at Circus Circus is all I heard

[@bean0315]

Located at the end of the strip, this room rate is not going to uphold for long….

[@jamesncupit]

Best just go on down the way to Tacos el Gordo for those prices sheesh! 🌮

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

much better deal there forreal!

[@dilippatel3268]

excellent video

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

thank you!!!

[@PlanetKaosIRL]

Great video. FB has a ways to go to meet it's potential but still a great place to visit/stay. Just don't pay $600 a night like I did 😂

[@MarksmanSpecialist]

oh wow i didnt even know a new casino hotel is up, i never walked past the resort world.

[@ListenLinda_127]

O dang bad birria taco . That sux paying those prices for meh tacos. Ooo that Dulce de leche crepe looks good . I may go check out this hotel when I go to Vegas next Great video Jorge

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

You should! at least walking around LIndaaaa!

[@ListenLinda_127]

@@Vegas-Must-Tryfor sure I will be there in Feb .

[@gregaudel]

Very well done video!

[@roberthoffman9438]

An apparently honest, non-biased video. Much appreciated!

[@lightlyrusted]

Another great video 😀

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

thank you!!

[@MrDwightsimon]

Why would anyone stay here when you could stay at the Bellagio?

[@mark33328]

I was there Christmas Day. This place has no energy or vibe at all. Bored to death and went back to the Mirage.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Low energy you right!

[@ErikBlack999]

I was there. Not that impressed. Looks like every other new casino just taller. Nothing that unique about it - overpriced restaurants, gaming floor, with same slots as everyone else, a few shops and not much else. Honestly it seemed overall that the casino was not that big. I walked around the entire thing, including the gym and food court in about 20 min. Most youtubers won't give their honest feedback on any hotel because they don't want to be blacklisted and want those free comps.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

the MGM and Caesars are much larger walking to places! you right! things felt closer in

[@bobbowie9350]

Yup. Can't trust las vegas youtubers. They love everything

[@Helena-wu6sr]

Great video George. Did you do this video before New Year's. Helena

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

HI Helena! Yes I did

[@Helena-wu6sr]

I follow Ruby and Mr Ruby too. Helena

[@floinnovate4416]

No. $11 for a bottle of water - I will take a hard pass on this ripoff - so many better options around.

[@guti8143]

Hey! Thanks for the video, I will be traveling to Vegas for the first time to primarily go to the Las Vegas Convention Center. How close / walkable is this hotel to the Convention Center?

[@davidcantor293]

As a local it is nice and feels high end. They did leave it very empty and should have filled more spaces wit shops or attractions. There is a TON of wasted space and unused areas.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Should have at least one attaction!

[@garypetermeier3865]

Greta review and yes I follow Ruby and Mr. Ruby

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

They're great people!

[@geovani_marketing]

I enjoyed my stayed

[@PiaAdora]

The decor is kind of goofy.

[@andydanko7074]

Tasteless tacos at $3.50 a bite, $18 tasteless drinks $11 bottled water? No thank you😮

[@AestheticDelta]

Tacos in the strip suck haha all 7/10 compared to a street vendors out in LA

[@kendahl7922]

You can BUY it…Sr.VP operations fired and Wall Street has been asked to look for a buyer(s) 😱😱😱

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

oh shit! breaking in the news for me

[@erickschmitt1917]

Excellent, not sure about the NA beer though...

[@Impozalla]

The food hall looks pretty plain and the selections are not great. But on the other hand, the restaurant looks good.

[@joshjohnson8416]

Another great review, We still on for F1 GP 2024?

[@Ryan-xw6fc]

Another great video, looks like a fantastic property. Thanks for sharing the video!

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Thanks Ryan!

[@Renniz72]

Great review of this property. I feel that Vegas has mass amnesia and they do not learn from past economic lessons. FB acts like the pandemic did not happen. Small portions at high prices on the food. Room rates are going to be even higher once the pools open. Who cares about luxury shopping? They have already fired a senior exec. I heard that the staff was stuffy and the gaming floor has been dead, partly due to not matching tier points. They could learn a thing or two from Durango, which gets away with overcharging somehow.

[@JustinSIsTank]

They have fired MULTIPLE senior executives. The place has been open, what, a month? Not even. They lost a lot of higher-ups in the lead-up to opening, too. The bean-counters are running the show. That's why shops aren't open, why the pool isn't open, why tier-matching isn't happening.

[@milwaukeemotor5995]

never too many food halls

[@josephbenson4444]

its not fountain like the Bellagio fountains. it is Fontainebleu. 2 different words.

[@Icarusvampire]

Fon-taine-blu...

[@TheGizmo2012]

I do agree it looks great, but i would never stay at these luxury hotel & casinos. They pay for the building of these places with crazy overinflated room prices & amenities, overpriced food & drinks at the restaurants. Most of the time you're lucky if there's any empty refrigerator & i know you wont get a toaster oven or microwave unless you bring your own. I don't think its worth the money to eat, drink, or stay here. I'd only come here to gamble and stay somewhere else

[@andreabellini6796]

Jorge!!!

[@immnotaboutthatlife2086]

I’m gonna assume this video was done before the New Year’s resolution, lol.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

it was. Grand opening week!

[@immnotaboutthatlife2086]

Nice!

[@RoamingRobinToronto]

Once, or sometimes more than that, I have traveled to Vegas for the past 24 years. The room looks nice but I cannot justify that cost for one night to be at the North end of the Strip. I plan to visit again in June so I expect prices to be about $100 more than what you just paid when pool season comes. I will stay with the dependable Elara, which I know is not exactly the cheapest either but it does have a kitchenette with a working fridge:) Thank you for this!

[@danield3521]

Not matching other hotels gambling offers/tiers won’t help them to get any big players.

[@mardigrasw]

Sucks, all the food not on point 4 a grand opening

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Pizza was FIREEE

[@davidpaul6615]

Looks really nice. Will have to reserve judgement untill I’m there in person but I will agree with others who say it looks like fancy airport terminal or expensive mall. No doubt low ceiling over table games is to keep the thousands of cameras close to the action ! Is there really demand for more high end rooms 300 & up ?? All new properties are very expensive - no more food courts now it’s called a food hall & prices are double. Call me cheap but I’m not comfortable spending 30-50.00 for fast food lunch. With all my complaining will always ❤️ Vegas ! Btw - excellent vids All the best in new yr for u your channel & your community ✌️🇨🇦

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

Expensive airport lol! Love it thanks for watching!!

[@davidgrybb8547]

Whooooooooooooaaa delish!!!

[@milwaukeemotor5995]

its going to take time to get employees and full service

[@MH_6160]

Soft openings during the middle of winter…. it is a weird business practice.

[@Vegas-Must-Try]

yeah! lol