We Tested 1-Star Hotel Reviews in Las Vegas | Flamingo

We Tested 1-Star Hotel Reviews in Las Vegas
Why do People HATE this Iconic Las Vegas Hotel
The Flamingo has been an iconic hotel on the Las Vegas Strip for decades but over the past few years it has gotten called the Dirty Bird due to a lot of bad reviews about it's quality declining. We read some many 1 star reviews over the month prior to arriving that made us worried so we share them and give a review of our own.
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[@JoshRachael]

Please share with us your experiences at Flamingo or another Hotel that had bad ratings but you booked anyway

[@sabrinarael7527]

Rio, The Linq, Treasure Island, MGM. We have had an overall good experience at each one. We have stayed at the Rio 3x! Within the past 5 years ( we liked it!) The Linq twice ( Hash House!!!! ❤). Treasure Island once and MGM once which we loved that pool experience too!!! We loved the pool experience at the RIO! lol (it was our first) oh and we LOVE CARLOS AND CHARLIES!!! been there twice, the environment is cool, food was good. Nachos!!! Never stayed at Flamingo but Go Pool twice and we have so much fun there!!! It’s a different type of fun from like the MGM pool. Awe I wanna go back to the MGM pool!! lol lazy river vibes!! Love it!!!

[@fearlessvoicee]

The next time you go, make sure you try and go or Fab room and you will see why the property gets one star reviews

[@BobDoba]

Not exactly debunked. You had an upgraded room so less likely to experience those problems. Thousands of rooms so probably a lot of different experiences. We didn’t have any problems staying there except half the elevators weren’t working so there was always a line. Place in general is rundown but our room was fine. Great video as always

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks Bob

[@user-hy9gy9we3e]

You were compt for the room. Of course, you will get one of the best rooms. Cannot compare your room to the rooms of the people who are giving the 1 star.

[@JoshRachael]

@@user-hy9gy9we3e we disagree, low level comps are definitely not a guarantee

[@johnsmith1953x]

Yup. The probability of them having the same issues as these 1-star reviewers is quite low. The issue at hand is how the staff delt with the issue. Look, no hotel is perfect, but the ability and time the hotel can correct a fault is the BIG PROBLEM with the Flamingo.

[@LucidLoveSociety]

I just stayed there last week. Hot water worked for me. The staff were attentive as well. I called for towels, and they bought them up within 10 min.

[@JoshRachael]

Love it

[@FinFlickstv]

All I have to say is anyone willing to use the in-room coffee maker is brave.

[@JoshRachael]

💪 then we are the bravest 🤣

[@sadclown14]

I would agree

[@letrahisondesimages]

I make my teabags in there. 😂

[@gorymarty56]

I would never use a hotel room coffee maker. Housekeeping never cleans those.

[@JoshRachael]

@@gorymarty56 We like to gamble

[@angiebaby555]

We love the Flamingo! Center Strip is where it's at. A quick stroll to Linq, Caesars, Harrah's , Cromwell and Horseshoe/Paris. We've never had a bad experience there. I'm glad that you tried it.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks Angie!

[@BigGaddy325]

I think this is a great concept for future videos. Not necessarily trying to debunk or call people liars but just showing that everyone’s experience is different. I’ve never stayed at the flamingo but I’ve always enjoyed hanging around and walking through.

[@JoshRachael]

That’s a good idea

[@Whatalife36]

That was great ! The info was spot on stayed there a few times never had any issues. Great work.

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome thanks you!

[@griffonlandry1845]

Surprisingly really nice room. Classic vintage Vegas vibe! Flamingo was the first place I ever stayed in Vegas when I was 21, so it'll always have a special place in my Vegas memories even though I probably wouldn't stay here now. Great review as always guys

[@JoshRachael]

Yes that’s the same for me (Josh) I stayed at Flamingo my first time in 2005 in a room with 4 guys haha, times have changed a bit

[@griffonlandry1845]

@@JoshRachael Haha! Pretty much the same exact situation for me. Me and 3 buddies all stayed in the same room. Was quite the trip to say the least

[@imzeus3865]

I promise that I am not a snob, but I am used to staying at Aria, Bellagio, and CP. I have to admit that your room looked pretty darn nice, and I would consider the Flamingo now. I have had great luck in their casino. I am used to seeing the registration area packed, so your video proved it's not always a madhouse. I always remember that the ones who complain are the ones that leave reviews, so I don't really pay much attention to them. Great review and video, guys!

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks so much! Yes don’t worry we like to be pampered as well and have stays at Bellagio, Wynn and Fountainebleau coming up so it’s not like we are always doing this 🤣

[@tedfisherHSCC]

Flamingo is old school Vegas. We went there for shows over the years and played slots before hand. I believe we saw the Righteous Brothers and Wayne Newton. The casino feels so closed in because of the ceiling. Food court was standard. As you mentioned, the promenade has so many choices just outside. Rachael mentioned going to bed early. Middle age has snuck in.😜 Thank you for your review and debunking the haters.

[@JoshRachael]

Haha we definitely are more into taking it easy now and then

[@amyvacek6726]

We absolutely LOVE the Flamingo! Always great service, clean rooms, great vibe, great location. One of our favorites!

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome!

[@lillianliber1798]

I think to make this type of review accurate you need to look at the many different levels of rooms the Flamingo has. The Fab rooms and Go Rooms are quite different to the Flamingo Executive rooms. Much smaller than the room you had and very outdated decor. Many other youtuber videos have shown the peeling wallpaper etc.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks

[@Chakragoddess711]

I’m glad you had a good experience! My husband and I have stayed there twice (NOT in a comped or upgraded room) and loved it both times. We are going back to stay there in a couple of weeks with a larger group so we’re very excited. I appreciate this video…thank you!

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you for sharing!! Enjoy your trip!

[@igorgopshtein9754]

Thanks for the video guys, I have been with Caesars for 15 years as a Diamond member, and have stayed numerous times at the Flamingo, Bally's/Horseshoe, Paris, PH, and even stayed my first time at the Linq this past March, and let me tell you, that I have never experienced anything bad in any of my stays, and the rooms have always been clean, everything has worked properly, and I have always been very happy with my accommodations. I really enjoyed the Linq as well on my last trip so much, that I am now returning in 10 days once again to the Linq for a 7 night stay. Do issues happen? Of course, but the same issues happen in the nicer resorts as well. Do some people just love to complain, and look for bad things? Absolutely, but the same people will find something to complain about no matter where they stay, whether it's a 1 star, or a 5 star property. As long you guys went and saw for yourselves, that it's really not as bad as some people say, because many people are just miserable these days, and complain about everything, and love bashing business establishments, whether it's a hotel, restaurant, etc.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks so much! This is sort of what we went into this with hopes of finding the positive even though lots call it The Dirty Bird nowadays. We have not had a "bad" stay somewhere but we think a lot of it is because of our mindsets - we don't go in looking for bad but rather try to do the best with what we are given.

[@davidsigalow7349]

It always amazes me how people can check into the same hotel on the same day and have completely different experiences. I suppose when you have 3000 rooms, there are going to be some that are dumpy. At Flamingo, considering that it's a bargain property, springing for an upgraded room is a probably a wise choice.

[@JoshRachael]

We were lucky to get this one as a comp offer, which we were surprised by since we only got basic offers from a few hotels anyway, let alone upgraded rooms

[@adventureswithcarl123]

Very nice! Was wondering can you do a vlog at the clown motel which is like 2 hours away from las vegas?

[@JoshRachael]

Haha we have watched a video or two about that. Not on the list yet but maybe someday

[@Ayatollah123]

Thanks! I was interested and then saw all the terrible reviews. Now, I am interested again.

[@JoshRachael]

Hope you enjoy it! It just shows places aren’t always as bad as the experiences some share

[@stephencurragh6043]

Cracking video yet again. Puts my mind at ease after booking flamingo for our next trip in January next year. Wasn’t expecting anything major from it but that looks really nice after seeing some bad reviews too 👍🏻

[@JoshRachael]

Have fun! A lot it is all about the mindset - go in and hope for the best rather than looking for the worst

[@stephencurragh6043]

@@JoshRachael Thanks, can’t wait. I’m also hoping by that time The Cosmopolitan will have comp nights on MyVegas rewards 🤣

[@JoshRachael]

@@stephencurragh6043 We have been waiting years for that to happen and then return.

[@janettemoller2938]

You two are my new favorite youtube couple.❤ I just started watching you a few days ago, and so far, I have enjoyed everything that you have posted. You inform us well without going on and on about it. Thank you for this Flamingos review. We stayed there for my niece's 21st birthday about 6 years ago and really enjoyed it. I was curious about the hotel now as my GD will be turning 21, and we will be taking her to Vegas for her BDay. Thanks again, Josh and Rachel

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you so much!!

[@bethanyarnp8852]

Peoples experiences here are real. This doesn’t change my mind. The hot water thing is notorious. You had a good experience, it looks like you were in a new room.

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you. Both experiences are real, ours and theirs. We don't deny that, but we also want people to see that while there are going to be lots of people saying a place is horrible it doesn't mean it every experience is bad.

[@bethanyarnp8852]

@@JoshRachaelit’s probably okay if you go in with low expectations because you may have a good time or you may not

[@paulj2948]

Nice review! This is newly renovated, right?

[@JoshRachael]

I believe so. It was my first time staying since first visit to Vegas back in 2005

[@thevegasdawg8983]

I'm glad you guys had an enjoyable stay at Flamingo. We have stayed there a few times and always enjoyed it. People are going to nit pick about this and that and yes, some are going to experience unfortunate. I think Flamingo is very iconic and just love the nostalgia feel of it. The location is great and the pool is awesome in the summer! Very enjoyable and honest video which is very appreciate as always guys! 😀👊

[@JoshRachael]

We agree! I think it’s all about expectations. Your expectations should not be the same for Flamingo and Excalibur as they are for Wynn and Bellagio and the cost reflects that. There definitely seemed to be more pros than cons for us

[@nimo6972]

I stayed at the Flamingo May 2024, everything was great.

[@JoshRachael]

We would go back! Thanks for sharing!

[@jg9073]

Great video!!!

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you!!

[@JTA8130LV]

As a Caesars Rewards player I was thinking of giving the Flamingo a stay, I heard they had updated the casino floor, but wary of rooms, your review persuaded me to give it a try.

[@JoshRachael]

Oh nice!

[@kristab6981]

Thanks for the review! Going august 1st. Hopefully the pool won’t be so cold 😂

[@JoshRachael]

Haha you should be good in August, you might want it to be super cold

[@kristab6981]

@@JoshRachael omg you’re not kidding ! I just checked the weather ! 🥵 pool all day lol

[@whiv]

Wow, I never realized the Flamingo had such a mixed reputation! Thanks for the honest review, it's good to know what to expect.

[@JoshRachael]

Low prices and old building will do that it seems

[@rickjansson4391]

People think they’re going to get Ritz Carlton rooms for $60 a night (plus the ridiculous resort fee). Go to Vegas to gamble, and then sleep in your bed. People need to quit their complaining. You get what you pay for. Great review!

[@JoshRachael]

Agreed

[@cirilomedina1474]

I stayed there in April in a “Flamingo” room and loved it! Great property, clean room with a fridge, and amazing location!

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome

[@gorymarty56]

Definitely a great room. Nice upgrade

[@JoshRachael]

Pleasant surprise!

[@taydestiny38]

First time seeing your videos and I am enjoying the content. Consider me subscribed!!

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome welcome!

[@aprilrich807]

We used to stay at Excalibur A LOT! We were fine with it because it was cheap and we spend so little time in our room anyway. Never had a problem until they started pumping in some really nasty fragrance, and our tastes changed area-wise. Then we started staying at Imperial Palace (for a show time it then became The Quad, and now it’s The Linq), but got screwed when there was an unpredicted storm that resulted in the parking structure are getting flooded, they wouldn’t wouldn’t give us a room and frankly treated us like garbage (yes, we were nice and polite). They couldn’t possibly have cared less. Fortunately we got a room at Harrah’s. So after that, we began staying at the Flamingo, and we’ve never looked back. Have never had a problem that we didn’t get assistance with in a timely manner. 🤷‍♀️

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks for sharing, glad you found a new home base

[@dsivy1707]

Stayed there 3 times and had a great stay each time.

[@JoshRachael]

Nice!

[@terryw929]

love the video. you guys look really young to remember some of the towels on concrete at the public pools lol

[@JoshRachael]

Haha the 90s happened

[@annhenriques3520]

Thank you for your video detailing your experience. Even places with many bad reviews can offer good experiences. For example, my family stayed at Excalibur a half dozen times and never had any problems with their rooms. I will say you were given an upgraded room, and that really makes a difference. I only venture to the Flamingo now to walk through the Wildlife Habitat with the flamingos, pelicans and various waterfowl. My parents used to love watching the penguins they used to have. It’s interesting how different people react to the same experiences. I would take NY-NY over Flamingo 100% of the time. For me, the Flamingo has the better bathrooms and pools, and NY-NY has the better rooms, entertainment, dining, casino, atmosphere and location. The biggest factor, though, is that I feel much safer and less crowded at NY-NY. Very happy you had such a good experience!

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you Ann

[@JacobJordanst]

Love your reviews - the best

[@JoshRachael]

Wow, thanks!

[@user-tg4tk9uv8k]

I was staying at the Flamingo some 20 years ago because that's what I could afford. There was a lot of issues when I was there but like I said it was in my budget. Last time I stayed at the Flamingo was 6 years ago for EDC. I was given 5 days comp and no resort fee but after 4 days of not getting my room serviced even after calling multiple times I left a day early for the MGM. I posted my issues with photos on Twitter and as I was checking out a manager came over and talk to me and apologized and gave me his card saying that he will take care of me on my next visit but I never returned. You guys were very lucky.... Good room and good experience.

[@JoshRachael]

wow that’s awful

[@topdollargirl1636]

Loved this video..was different from MGM properties for sure..we kinda stopped staying at Flamingo years ago... but great video..thanks for sharing...

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@spectroman71]

When I first saw the title and thumbnail of this video I thought you were going to destroy Flamingo and I was NOT happy. Very happy to see the objective review. I think online reviews are a combination of isolated experiences, poor guest behavior, and Sore Loser mentality where it somehow gratifies the author to slam something publicly. I haven't stayed at the Flamingo in about 20 years but am glad to see it's mostly the same. Your room was definitely an upgrade, just based on the floorplan alone. I remember when the "GO" rooms were new and how avant garde they were at the time. Those are probably the older rooms now. The pool grounds are beautiful but - and this is so funny - the water was freezing 20 years ago, too! They've GOT to do something about heating those pools; that's ridiculous. One favorite spot in the property now missing is the buffet :( While not incredible food by any means, it had a beautiful huge viewing area out to the flamingos while you dined. I wonder what that space is now. Also, sad about Margaritaville's closing - I always thought it fit very well into the theme of the place. The attached themed casino was great, too - now gutted and apparently becoming something else.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks for sharing! And for watching! Rumor has it a new “honky tonk” will replace Margaritaville, but only time will tell! Something’s in Vegas never change and others are ever evolving!

[@judihiscox7800]

Does the automated checkin give you any choice in rooms? Or just the next one up?

[@JoshRachael]

I would say next room up

[@tw5139]

That is not the normal room folks. The "Go" rooms are Super 8 quality at best. There is a reason Caesars has been desperately trying to sell this property for the last couple years. Every buyer has balked because of deferred maintenance that Caesars properties are famous for.

[@JoshRachael]

To be fair, none of the reviews discuss what type of room they were unhappy with

[@jeffvansloten1897]

I never pay attention to negative or positive reviews from first time reviews. I set the standard at 50 previous reviews for me to pay attention.

[@JoshRachael]

That is a good idea. I like to look at most recent reviews and definitely read 1 star reviews with a grain of salt

[@YourLifeVideos1]

LOLLLL Loved the "YAYY" insert for no pubes. I agree...I LOVED Flamingo. Do more!! :):)

[@JoshRachael]

🙌🏼

[@shelley131]

I'm glad to hear you guys had a great time. We stayed at the Flamingo countless times before the Bellagio was ever built and before the Barbary Coast was there which then became the CromWell. I must say that the favorite part of the Flamino for us was the swimming pool. Which now is disappointing for us old folks. I'm not into day clubs. Last time we stayed there was back in 2012. We now concentrate our stays off strip like GVR and Red Rock. You kids do great work. Take care and good luck!

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks for sharing. We would love to check out GVR and RR but can’t get ourselves to pay for rooms

[@MattWilsonVegasFan]

Excellent review! I don't care what anyone says, mid-Strip is THE best place to be especially at night. It has the most people and the energy is off the charts. Even if I am staying further away, I always head to the mid-Strip area because of the vibe. I want to be close to the action! I've never stayed at Flamingo but I might give it a try next trip. Thank you guys!

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks Matt! Midstrip definitely has the energy

[@sunnyscott4876]

I am a Vegas regular. I have friends who stay at the Flamingo, and they love it.

[@JoshRachael]

Nice

[@JohnDoe-nx5pm]

Looking forward to this series.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks

[@edwesby5752]

In the late 80's and through the 90's I stayed there many times. But the hotel was associated with the Hilton brand back then and was called the Flamingo Hilton (we got Hilton club points). Then in the late 1990's things started to change quite a bit. They did some room renovations and the rooms we got were not as nice as ones we had before. The Pool area actually had two pools; one was for quiet times and there was also a small water slide. Then they roped off the quite times pool and charged a fee to use it. I used the hotel's buffet many times but last time there the buffet was closed. I have not stayed there since the Vegas hotels began charging the "resort fees" and charging for parking. Those are the main reasons I don't go to Vegas any more

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks for sharing!

[@keepexploringgames3643]

Thanks guys, I am actually planning a trip to Flamingo and got a bit put off by all these bad reviews. Good to see it's actually pretty decent there.

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you. Sounds like it is hit or miss even in our comments but luckily for us we did have a good experience

[@The_Getaway_Channel]

We’ve not stayed there, so this was a helpful video - thanks!

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks guys! Seems to be a hot topic to love or hate the Flamingo and here we are going somewhere in the middle haha

[@philmiska7295]

Our room at Luxor didn’t even have a coffee maker! But it did have a Fantastic view over. The head of the Sphinx of the airport and sunsets.

[@JoshRachael]

Does offer incredible views!

[@doramanukyan6129]

I have stayed at the flamingo at least 20 times. I love it. Rooms are great, I love the pink, the staff are great, always hot water, clean, central. Only 2 gripes the 2 devices on the resort fee. It should be unlimited and the parking. They have almost a whole floor for the Hilton hotel guests and they’re always empty and you can spent ages trying to get a space. It once took me an hour on a Saturday night to get a space. Advise if you have a car on the weekend park before 6pm otherwise you’ll be searching for a long time. Otherwise I love the Flamingo! 🦩

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nickm8533]

The Garlic Knots in the Food Court are the ultimate drunk snack late at night. Also, get a room facing the pool which cuts down the Drais and noise of the Strip.

[@JoshRachael]

Great tips

[@visaman]

I stayed there in 2018 for my birthday. I was the first guest in their newly renovated rooms. I saw Donnie & Marie in the showroom. It was a bucket list event.

[@JoshRachael]

That's awesome

[@LA-ol9ht]

I always liked staying at the Flamingo, it's the perfect location for being right in the center of the action (walking distance) and affordable

[@JoshRachael]

We enjoyed our stay as well!

[@AngelaR_369]

You were lucky to get a renovated room! I stayed there & my room had gnats & the toilet made loud sounds. The wallpaper was peeling too! I complained & they were kind enough to switch my room to the kind you guys stayed in. My only regret was not complaining the first day! Swimming pool during the summer isn’t cold & feels like a heated pool. Definitely not a nice experience during the hotter months. Maybe they changed the temperature to colder water. At least I hope so. Great video 😊

[@JoshRachael]

Oh shoot. You might be right. I think the other guests might have changed the temp of the pool on their own if ya know what I mean, lots of alcohol at that pool, probably not a lot getting out

[@AngelaR_369]

@@JoshRachael Eeeeww lol 😂 it felt like a human soup 🥣 pool 😆

[@JoshRachael]

@@AngelaR_369 I know what you mean. We were at Mandalay Bay this weekend…

[@mommaelmer59]

Stayed here many times..YES they do need some renovations but everyone was pleasant and kind..we had a STRIP GO ROOM and loved it despite it being a little older..being right next to the LINQ Promenade was great and being in the center was GREAT to get around cause I am older..they cleaned our room everyday and gave us all the extras we asked for…sometimes attitude will get you what you want or don’t want…just saying..LOVE YOUR STUFF JOSH AND RACHAEL❣️❣️❣️

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@user-jy2rp4qu6w]

I love staying at The Flamingo! Best location on the strip!

[@JoshRachael]

So good

[@Chuck_in_CT]

21 years in a row (no 2020) at the Flamingo and never had a bad experience!!

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome

[@billythomas4804]

Comments pertaining to hotel staff and those interactions are what I pay attention to. Room quality on these old places vary greatly and once, at The Stardust, we requested a room change and they not only immediately accommodate us, they upgraded us for the inconvenience. Probably unusual result there but, if you’re pleasant in your request, you can get a good result.

[@JoshRachael]

Great point

[@nellybartol7279]

YOU JUST GAVE JUSTICE from the bashers. THANK YOU. FLAMINGO is my second HOME. I love it because of it's history and vintage look. I come here every month. This trip, I have arranged to stay for almost a MONTH. DEAL includes COMP and paying best rates in between BACK to BACK stay. I really love this place. SORRY to those who didn't experience the BEST. Maybe they should give it another chance.

[@JoshRachael]

Right on!

[@shawnharmon2164]

Loved your video I will watch more

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you Shawn

[@peggymiller8371]

When we first started coming to Vegas, we stayed at the Westward Ho, always thought only rich people stayed at the Flamingo!

[@JoshRachael]

Crazy how times have changed

[@mattbarger4403]

We loved it, super high floor with cool view!, remodeled, hot water, and did get extra towels, only complaint was how long it took to walk to the room lol!

[@JoshRachael]

awesome

[@user-dr2ym5jr7l]

I had a good experience as well. Sometimes only people who had bad experiences post reviews or they are expecting a 4 or 5 star hotel comparison when Flamingo is a 3 star hotel

[@JoshRachael]

I think you are right about that

[@barrya8981]

We stayed there about 5 years ago, in a room that hadn’t been remodeled, and it was fine. We waited about 15 minutes to check in and had no complaints.

[@JoshRachael]

Thats a quick check-in time! Thanks for sharing!

[@charlesstevens8166]

I've stayed there twice over the years. Was always a good experience. Hope they'll address theses issues.

[@JoshRachael]

agreed

[@YSRRacerX]

We were in LV 18 months ago. Every time we passed The Flamingo, we got contact highs...

[@JoshRachael]

I am not shocked

[@bcgirlz]

We stayed at Vdara and loved it, but spent a lot of time at Flamingo and the Linq promenade. We ate at Carlos & Charlies one evening. It was fine. Average but not terrible. Good location.

[@JoshRachael]

Location is ideal and we love the Linq Promenade as well!

[@gcorkgal53]

Thought about staying there last month but decided to stay elsewhere. Looking forward to some great pool time at MGM Grand & Vdara in a couple of weeks! Where are y'all staying this week in Vegas? Cheers! Gloria

[@JoshRachael]

Awesome have fun!

[@lorrivickery1976]

I've stayed at the flamingo for the past 2 yrs and going back in Aug. Our room has always been clean and comfortable no worries it's a great place that won't drain the bank plus close to everything

[@JoshRachael]

Great!

[@JR36791]

I have stayed there several times. No problems. I did have to ask for cleaning and towels. Apparently, you have to request these, as everyone has varied schedules. The water was very hot and the pressure was fantastic.

[@JoshRachael]

That water pressure is the best in the city 😳

[@peggygartman765]

$100 per chair at the pool??? That’s insane. For that price, I hope you get to keep it and take it home!

[@JoshRachael]

Haha if you can sneak it over the fence maybe

[@kylemerritt1545]

Thanks guys good to know . Think I might pass on the Flamingo.

[@JoshRachael]

Our pleasure!

[@briannabenson4173]

Stayed at the Flamingo for two nights a little over a week ago and for the price I was reasonably happy with it & would likely stay there again. It was very clean & I didn’t see anything that was damaged or falling apart other than that the buttons on one side of one of the elevators didn’t work., I did have the experience that the hot water in the shower only ever got lukewarm & no one came into clean the room but that could very well be because I had the do not disturb sign on the door until about 11am & that may have cost me my chance to get the room cleaned; still slightly annoying but potentially at least partially my own fault. The one other issue I had was largely my own fault (though things could have been a bit more clearly marked) & that was that the parking garages for the Flamingo & for the Cromwell are right next to each other & I accidentally parked in the garage for the Cromwell rather than the one for the Flamingo & it resulted in my overpaying for parking.

[@JoshRachael]

Oh shoot thanks for the heads up

[@Lord.Kiltridge]

Are cigars allowed on the casino floor at Flamingo?

[@JoshRachael]

We see cigars on pretty much any casino floor outside of park mgm

[@FloridaSean]

I’ve stayed at the Flamingo several times and never had an issue. I love that resort

[@JoshRachael]

We had a good time

[@terrialzetta8396]

A year ago we stayed in one of the Go rooms. At that time they had no one at the reservation desk, it was all use the machines. When we got to the room, it had not been properly cleaned. It took over a day to get it cleaned. The water & shower were great, we were 3 floors from the top looking at the Bellagio(another plus). Not many places have a coffee machine or fridge. I wasn’t impressed with the pools(I don’t trust having to bring ID & have it laying around). My sister wasn’t impressed in the least with the state of the Flamingo from the first time she was there. It wasn’t grungy, it’s old & has the old Vegas feel. Would I stay there again…yes.

[@JoshRachael]

Haha I was unsure how you were gonna end about whether you would stay again or not. The place is far from perfect but that is what you should expect for the budget price tag that comes with The Flamingo. Is it for everyone - no, can they do things better - of course, but can you have fun there - absolutely

[@usuk9316]

Love the Flamingo.

[@JoshRachael]

so fun

[@FrontiersmanAdventures]

Obviously, You must have stayed in one of the newly remodeled rooms. That room looked pretty nice. Tina and I stayed at the Flamingo in 2017. The Flamingo had the worst check in experience we have ever had. It was horrible. There was no hot water then either. I complained. The room was pretty nice. We had a very large room with two TVs. The lady said the boilers were old. We stayed again in 2019 - the room was ok at best. Again, there was no hot water. Again we were told the boilers were old. The drain in the shower was clogged. They supposedly came up to fix the drain in the shower, but they didn't. I got down and actually pulled a rats nest full of hair and junk out of the drain with a coat hanger or something. It was nasty. But, I unclogged the drain. The entire atmosphere of the Flamingo had changed in a matter of a couple of years. We get comped rooms all the time at the Flamingo, but we have not gone back. We do like the casino floor. Maybe considering your review we might give it a chance - the newly renovated rooms seem better.

[@JoshRachael]

Thanks Walt for sharing. Obviously all experiences are different and it seems you really had some bad ones for sure. All we can comment on is what we experienced and it was fun getting back to MidStrip after a long time staying on the edges

[@nancysmith2215]

How can you compare an upscale room with an everyday lower class room. This review really bothers me. Almost like your being rewarded to do this room.

[@nancysmith2215]

this review.

[@JoshRachael]

How do you know that all the bad reviews are from basic lower class rooms? also if you think someone like Flamingo were to reward us to do a video do you think they would ask us to read bad reviews or make a thumbnail like this?

[@nancysmith2215]

I have stayed at Flamingo 10+ times in a basic room. What you are reviewing is far from what your showing.

[@JoshRachael]

We reviewed the room we had, we read a number of 1 star reviews that did not state what room they were in all with similar complaints which we condensed into the ones we showed. We can only share what our experience was, and we were not seeking a bad stay or room. Not cleaning rooms, rude staff, leaving rooms dirty and hot water issues are not based on renovations, they show a system wide problem and if it was a consistent pattern we would have experienced them, but we did not.

[@silentcade7040]

I got asked by some cousins to go to Vegas in sept , I was there in March and stayed at cesaers palace so when they said flamingo I brought up my concerns and they told me that we had rooms that had recently been refurbished and updated so fingers crossed

[@JoshRachael]

It’ll be fun! Enjoy!

[@sabrinarael7527]

Yeah that water at Go Pool is FREEZING!!!! But yes lots of fun! My husband and I are 42-43 and we love it!!! But yes crazy crazy expensive for drinks. price a bit more than other pools. $39.99 for a Tito’s and soda water!!! And yup $79 for a “bucket” of like 5 beers! Would we do it again!? HELLS YES!!!! Getting a bed is so worth it!!! $175 ( what we paid) $100 minimum. We made a day of it, got food it was also sooo good!!! Pool water at Linq felt soooo much better but Go Pool we love❤ Just plan if you’re gonna go and you wanna do stuff like that just know you’re gonna spend money. Yep, especially on the strip. My husband and I have been going every year now for roughly about the past five years and we just got back here at the beginning of June, we went the end of May And I know everything cost even more than it did two years ago even a year ago. At the pool before we’ve paid 50 for the same bucket of beer I did see like some of the other hotels still have some buckets of beers under $70. But the Go Pool $79!!! It’s robbery at its finest lol BUT 🤷🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ it’s a good time. We had fun. And yes I know cost up everywhere!!! But Vegas… it’s WILD!!!

[@JoshRachael]

Yea Vegas is it's own category for Inflation. A bucket of beers was actually $50 at Mandalay Bay and $55 at Bellagio. Flamingo is crazy for this

[@klondikebear]

I've had both good and bad experiences at some of my favourite resorts. It can happen at any tier level. The efforts made by the property to resolve any issues are what matters. When I look at bad reviews, what I really look for is did somebody from the business care enough to post a response to address the issue.

[@JoshRachael]

It happens everywhere and that’s more what we were trying to show with this.

[@uzi100099]

Cheap and not bad, I travel all over the country, right in the middle of the strip can’t beat it.

[@JoshRachael]

agreed

[@SasquatchChief]

Oldest strip hotel, with little updates would explain some of the wear and tear. Since you’re center strip, not sure why you would need a car unless you’re driving in from out of town. Also, some resorts will waive the parking fee if you reach certain tier levels on their casino cards.

[@JoshRachael]

Great point

[@jazzhead394]

We almost stayed there when we saw Phish at the Sphere. The location is great!

[@JoshRachael]

It really is one of the best strip locations just not a high end resort for sure

[@jazzhead394]

@@JoshRachael Yeah, we ended up staying at the Signature at MGM because we wanted a higher end resort…but I don’t miss the 30k steps that we had to do every day to get back and forth from mid-strip!

[@neilnerland6855]

I stayed last year in a comped basic room. No hot water! Stayed 1 of 2 nights and went to my comped nyny room. They were happy to accommodate me.

[@JoshRachael]

yikes! what tower, sounds like some are better than others

[@neilnerland6855]

@@JoshRachael Not sure what tower. But no hot water meant you turned on the hot water and no WATER came out period!

[@jenniferharris3365]

I love the Flamingo. Reasonable, perfect location. Customer service was amazing. Me and Hubby have stayed there twice and we love the bird sanctuary and history.

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you Jennifer

[@tracymiller6993]

I've stayed there many times. But have Goin over to Harris

[@JoshRachael]

Nice

[@paxpax23]

I’m glad y’all went to the flamingo and wait for Mingo I love the pool area that is one of the best pools you can have them Vegas food wise they don’t have a lot of selections but if you go down to the part where they have the Ferris wheel. That’s why they don’t have a bunch of hotel restaurants inside cause I have them outside alone that little road but you’re in the middle of the strip. You can hit pretty much everything right there. I like it it’s good it’s not Caesar’s Palace, but it gets the job done.

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you!

[@alk3myst]

Look up EDC in Vegas if you want sticker shock for alcoholic beverages (and even Smart Water's are $90 a pop).

[@JoshRachael]

Yikes that’s insane

[@VegasBebe]

I loved this video great rundown. Thankfully no pubes😅 Always wanted to stay at Flamingo, maybe now that we are free agents Ill finally get there 😂

[@JoshRachael]

Definitely worth a try. Don’t expect it to be as nice as Cosmo but expectations is key for every stay in Vegas. We also are freelancing our stays this year with a lot of different properties including Wynn and Fountainebleau later this year and maybe Paris as well

[@VegasBebe]

@JoshRachael freelancing, I like it! I'd like to do the same. We have a final Cosmo stay in July then Plaza in October. Going forward I'd much rather stay at new to us properties. It has gotten repetitive, for myself at least, mamacita could keep staying there every trip for the rest of her life, I think 😆

[@JoshRachael]

Haha that is probably why MGM will always be a primary for us - we love the fact that we can stay at 11 different properties and play at 8 or 9. They are not perfect but we would get bored if we stayed at the same place every time I think.

[@Modelware]

You said someone says the price isn't very good I just looked right now for next week at least for one day it was $11. We actually stayed there at 7.00 a night in the past. I believe flamingo is like a go-to place it's right in the middle of everything. Also if you are going to Vegas for the first time it's a good choice if a young couple or a young big group this is a great place to go. I guess also my go-to can brews. I would always recommend flamingo to my friends. Sometimes you do get a hit and miss it's not the newest for the money and their entertainment it's great

[@JoshRachael]

Thank you

[@hpcam1]

Luv the Flamingo, and i'm no spring chicken. :)

[@JoshRachael]

Nice 🙌🏼

[@ramirofrausto1179]

I’ve experienced the 20 min hot water. Complain multiple times and the people acted like it wasn’t a big deal.

[@JoshRachael]

That’s lame

[@whimsicalhamster88]

I like to walk around the outdoor area of Flamingo but the casino and restaurants don’t entice me much. The price for chairs and booze at the pool is nuts. I do like Park MGM because they have a lot of free chairs with shade and tables. Those are getting rarer and rarer in Vegas.

[@JoshRachael]

That is sad that they are going away

[@catherinehare7742]

You should always use your own judgement when you go to any hotel . My husband and I were comp at Caesar s itwas very nice and clean room we at one stayed at planet Hollywood it was clean we were in Vegas in May

[@JoshRachael]

Absolutely and that’s all we were going for in this. In spite of bad review there is also lots of great experiences to be had at all levels of places

[@eresendizmx]

Beware with roaches in the room!!! The safe in my room was not functioning, I reported it to front desk and nobody came to repair it

[@JoshRachael]

Yikes roaches would be 1 star for us

[@eresendizmx]

@@JoshRachael or zero stars. Since then I moved 30 feet and arrived in the LInq. But tellng the plain truth nobody apologized when I reported the roaches!!! (located by the window ... at plain sight!!)

[@robertpruden5673]

I have stayed at the Flamingo many times, and I will continue to stay there when I visit Las Vegas. The place is centrally located along the Strip, there is a monorail station behind the hotel, and I like the casino. For the money, I think it is a good choice.

[@JoshRachael]

agreed, for the money it is a good value