Worst Rated Hotel - Circus Circus Hotel, Las Vegas

[@WalkWithMeTim]

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[@lucylambden9559]

You should go to Butlin’s

[@ronyay3586]

If somethig is 150% cheaper then surely its free with a profit ? $6 dollars for a starbucks pink . 100% being 6 dollars . so 7-11 pay you $3 dollars to have a starbucks pink ? Just a thought Timothy . I love your channel btw 😅

[@robertobarros9946]

Circus Circus

[@Maximusknighton]

Gordon Ramsay does he’ll hotel 7:17

[@matthewbucher8954]

Your too critical, what do you expect the Waldorf Astoria? How clean are London hotels? You seem to want to be negative. Probably get more views that way😮

[@Marzipannn]

As someone who has worked in housekeeping, this is 100% a management/staffing issue. The only way to even approach fixing this is to hire more on-site handymen and maybe double the housekeeping staff. In my experience, hotels are more worried about having more "clean" rooms on hand for last-minute reservations than a good quality clean for guests who have booked in advance. Not only that, but i would assume they're cheaping out on laundry services and cleaning products. It's really sad to see such a fun and interesting concept for a hotel and staple of the city fall into disrepair :(

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Yeah, the theme park and upstairs carnival area looked like fun :) would be great for those of us who don't like to gamble.

[@ChunkyJo]

Vegas native here! It's Phil Ruffin, the owner of the property. He's a glorified slumlord. He's also the owner of Treasure Island and that property isn't exactly high-class even if relatively well maintained.. Plus he owns 50% of Trump tower which... I mean... Trump tower... Phil bought the property in 2020 and has done almost nothing since. However, Adventuredome has been cleaned up and is apparently far better than before. Before that MGM Grand owned it since 2005 and planned a renovation until the recession hit, then kind of just abandoned the place. And before that Bill Bennett and William Pennington owned it since 1983 and were responsible for it's massive expansion from just a small casino to a hotel, adventure park, and bigger attractions.

[@SFVYachtClub]

Seriously. This has all the hallmarks of idiot boomer MBA types who have no mode of operation besides "race to the bottom." Their greed is unbridled and unsustainable.

[@ItsMe-yv9jd]

?? Two words folks... money laundering, (doesn't matter if the place is empty and crumbling down, because the owners declare millions of dollars every year in guest revenue and overhead expenses.)

[@fluffiedoom]

@@RedRoseSeptember22 My husband and I don't like to gamble, the upstairs is a blast. At least we enjoyed it.

[@katfishkobain8809]

I’m a hotel guy and what caught my eye was not one cleaner anywhere. No people polishing. Good hotels have cleaning staff everywhere. 👀 no matter the time of day, I might add………

[@davidtyler-ul9vw]

I have an answer. They are profit-taking. Hire as few people as possible and reap the windfall!

[@mattsapero1896]

Yup.

[@toidIllorTAmI]

I noticed that IMMEDIATELY. Never have I seen a nice Hotel that didn't have the cleaners doing something in the hallway.

[@rkstevenson5448]

I spent ten years in hospitality, and so much of this could be addressed with just having enough housekeeping and engineering on staff. Things that are obviously very dirty not getting cleaned (despite maybe taking a minute to do it) suggests that the hotel staff have just given up. Maybe the renovation that they announced in July of last year led them to telling staff not to worry about it, but that's a terrible route to go if you want any return business.

[@elkesimons-yarbrough2385]

Definitely a housekeeping problem! Executive Housekeeper needs to be either retrained or replaced.

[@ANIMEGIRLVICKY]

If the carpet was replaced, building properly scrubbed down and washed, and just some light remodel work to freshen it up while keeping the theme and vibe then they could just remarket it as a "5 Nights at Freddy's" 'haunted' casino for October.

[@trificullife8612]

O yea, carpet is definiteltly a huge problem from what i can see, all the germs, allergen, and illness gets trapped inside carpets, and if not maintained and cleaned frequently, u end up suffering from it, visually and ill wise.

[@cholera4858]

That's the problem of many big hotels these days - it's just hardly feasible to invest into refurbishment which costs absolutely huge money. Also the staff. Temporary contractors are very expensive, and on the other hand the in-house maintenance team is usually very small and on close to minimum wage - they can't be expected to bother too much. Often it's easier and cheaper to build a brand new hotel than refurbishing an old one.

[@Dreamweaver94]

They used to turn the Adventuredome into the Fright Dome on Halloween for a good while.

[@therealwilfreddierkes9980]

Nah, I say no cleaning whatsoever, still remarket it, but at the door, hand guests a black light. Who woulda thought of yet another circus game that’s original and off the midway! Yeah, that place is def haunted

[@RebatDialga]

They did have a FNAF walkthrough in October 2016

[@gyllessmyth]

Minor technicality, but the movie Casino (and the book, "Casino: Love and Honor in Las Vegas," from which it was adapted) was actually based on the Stardust hotel, which was located near Circus Circus prior to its implosion in 2006. Circus Circus was, however, used extensively in the James Bond film "Diamonds are Forever" in addition to "Fear and Loathing." - Cheers

[@ashleighelizabeth5916]

That's true BUT Tony the Ant did have a retail location or restaurant or both that was in Circus Circus as well. I just assumed he might have been aware of that connection. Surprised he didn't know about the Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas connection to be honest.

[@poppeta22]

I work in an law firm dealing with asbestos. Had someone call in and state that their wife worked for circus circus and died of lung cancer. Not a smoker, nor in any of the usual workplaces you pick it up. But he said she worked there for YEARS and had to sign a waiver being made aware they were removing asbestos but were not warned they needed to wear masks. Awful

[@laur4620]

the hotel is 100% responsible for taking that woman's life. absolutely unacceptable!!

[@christopherswanson1628]

@laur4620 they can't be responsible if they had her sign a waiver. Signing those is pretty much signing away your life

[@rachrbonez1335]

@@christopherswanson1628 i think there's something to be said for informed consent! somewhere, hopefully, that waiver left wiggle room for those who weren't properly educated...

[@Neurodiversekitty]

I'd claim that she was vulnerable when she signed it or in a vulnerable state such as depression, anxiety, anything that could make her vulnerable and unable to make an informed decision at that specific time such as a limited capacity which would make the signed waiver redundant ... asbestos lung cancer is a mesothelioma. There are loop holes in everything. All risks should be made clear with health and safety advice issued both verbally and in written form. The company should have sealed off specific areas to try to contain as much air borne asbestos as possible when working with it and staff should not be allowed into sealed areas.

[@epicmcgriddle7874]

@@christopherswanson1628 signing waivers doesn't really exempt a entity from liability. It makes it difficult, but the establishment/individual is still responsible for safe practices. For example a Zoo. Everyone knows there are dangerous animals. It's the zoo's responsibility to keep its staff/guess safe. If someone breaks in or surpasses the safety protocols put out in place. The individual is responsible for any damages. However if the guest or staff is hurt in any way that could be preventable then the Zoo can be held liable. The same concept applies here. If you sign the waiver then the establishment is responsible for your safety by providing the proper measures for preventive harm. Especially if it's stated you are in a dangerous area.

[@VictoriaGates]

This place needs a PROPER revitalization. This means a huge clean and repair overhaul while KEEPING all the classic fixtures and elements. Replace linens, carpets, repair fixtures and plumbing etc., and of course, repaint/wallpaper the halls and rooms but keep the statues and fixed elements. So much potential here for seasonal activities! Imagine the carnival fun for summer or the spooky atmosphere they could implement for Halloween.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

Nah! When the MBAs have sucked everything out of the hotel they can, they'll demolish it and sell the land to Chinese developers for a billion 💰! Then, a new elaborate megahotel, casino, and entertainment complex that nickels and dimes guests for everything including toilet paper will rise in its place. Wo Phat would be proud.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

Right? Also how magical it could be during Christmas? Just wow.

[@teresayates8274]

So true! If they could do a good overhaul, it would be an amazing holiday experience and could double their revenues. Definitely keep the circus part, but it's big enough to add holiday themes seasonally. It has endless potential! It would cost tons of money for sure, but it would earn tons of money in return. It's a big wonderful place!

[@NaoPb]

I very much agree with you. However I wonder if most of the carpets could be good as new with a steam cleaning. You just know they would never find carpeting as cool as this in modern times.

[@Hap_Shaughessy]

Las Vegas is known for blowing up thier old buildings. This place won't be here much longer.

[@LockeDemosthenes2]

$35 for that breakfast buffet is borderline criminal. Also, I'm 99% sure what you thought were grits is actually corned beef hash.

[@everestandlights]

That made me LOL

[@mereyeahmomo3086]

Also I think the mozzarella was boiled eggs

[@Gail1Marie]

Nope. Looked exactly like little mozzarella balls. @@mereyeahmomo3086

[@zachary_attackery]

yeah its corned beef hash, and the Excalibur buffet which is actually good is only $28

[@spyr0guy]

CANNED corn beef hash at that. I'd recognize it anywhere. Personally I love the stuff but only when I get it for like 2 bucks at the grocery store, not for 35 big ones.

[@TtT-pq9ps]

My goodness thank you for doing this review for the public. This room is making me itch. Good luck with your future hotel visits.

[@user-whu]

As a building and electrical contractor from the UK , you could spend £20 million on Circus Circus and you’d see a very minimal improvement, It looks soulless, and unloved, I’d also say it operates with 25% of the staff needed to keep it clean and maintained it’s a huge property, great show Tim

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Good point

[@ewanfisher8087]

As a hairdresser I agree.

[@Diamondgeeza77]

As a fruit and veg stall holder, I also agree

[@Noeezee1]

As a guy who watches KZbin videos all day. I agree

[@iworkout6912]

I remember the James Bond movie Diamonds Are Forever 1971. It stills looks much like it did in the movie.

[@chuckoneill2023]

We stayed in Circus Circus about 15 or so years ago. Even then, it wasn't high end --- but it was kept clean. Considering how high the resort fees have gotten, there is just no excuse. I think the smell you noticed was stale cigarette smoke. Many of the "old school" Vegas casinos are absolutely infused with it. I'm not sure they can get rid of it, short of tearing out the actual walls.

[@royjonzejr]

What about if they ran one of those ozone machines in it?

[@chuckoneill2023]

@@royjonzejr I dunno. Lots of volume in those old places, obviously it would have to be evacuated while the device was running.

[@adamlane6453]

@@royjonzejr ozone machines only deodorize the air, it doesn't penetrate surfaces. It can't do anything for deeply embedded sources of odor.

[@matthewa11]

Some of those cigarettes were probably smoked by Frank Sinatra.

[@matthewa11]

How much would it cost to run a Stanley Steamer over all the carpets?

[@MonStarGuy]

This is like watching an episode of Gordon Ramsey's Hotel Hell, but like 1000% more polite.

[@JRBowling1997]

True

[@rosaleeadams1160]

🤣🤣🤣

[@John_Locke_108]

Yup. Just discovered his channel a few days ago and I can't stop watching.

[@janeceeastwood8035]

You’re very brave, Tim. I’d be running away as fast as I could. The room looks filthy…I wouldn’t stay. Run, Tim, run! Finally, the entire buffet looks inedible.

[@jenniferburchill3658]

I wouldn't be surprised if people got food poisoning from it!

[@donborvio]

@@jenniferburchill3658 I've seen worse. But I wouldn't pay $5 for that buffet.

[@Xenon_Proto]

It looked like gas station food when I went.

[@rickybobbytexas3487]

The stuff you thought were grits, was actually corned beef hash (and unfortunately not made from scratch but from a tin). You've probably had corned beef before and the hash part are the lil cubes of potato (well cubes when they are from a tin). Grits are white and grainy (are made from hominy). Great video!

[@Nik33615]

@karlwithak. That is 100% not grits he was eating its corned beef hash. If made at home it is corned beef and potatoes leftover from the day before, chopped up and refried. Hash in the US usually refers to a style of preparing breakfast potatoes, or a type of drugs I'm sure you're familiar with. In the US grits are usually a type of corn porridge made from dried and corsely ground white corn.

[@rickybobbytexas3487]

@karlwithak ...I hope the content you provide is more beneficial than your reply...LOL! Keep on keeping on tho!

[@limpethead]

How hard is it to make corned beef hash from scratch. Its literally the easiest meal ever.

[@memesthatmakeyouwannadie3133]

I knew on sight that wasn’t grits. Grits look like thin mashed potatoes, not speckled brown.

[@Nik33615]

@@limpethead buy corned beef and potatoes. Boil corned beef for at least 4 hours. Cook potatoes that takes 30+ minutes. From scratch?!? Add 3-7 days. To answer your question 2-7 days quick and easy at home fucknut.

[@xShadowWolf523x]

probably the closest you would come to staying in a fallout new vegas hotel in real life

[@toriwilson1947]

I was getting those vibes the entire video 😭

[@zakunick1]

Ring a ding ding, baby.

[@4tobybrooks]

I'm glad someone said it!

[@Wanderingstarlet]

Exactly what it reminded me of! 😅

[@saintaclaws1957]

My life is like a video game so I appreciate that you put it into terms I could understand

[@wendelinharrison9571]

I worked at Circus Circus in the Midway when it opened…it was beautiful, and classy and unique. There was no hotel at the time. The trapeze artists flew over the casino in the center (with a net of course). It breaks my heart to see it now…pretty much most of Las Vegas..my home town…has been ruined. I’m so grateful that I experienced what it was in the past.😥

[@GMOBtv]

Don’t trip….. the whole world did a backwards flip twist on everybody at some point. I was just tellin my mom this. All the new technology and fast paced lifestyle kinda ruined the America I grew up in. (Example: Chuck E. Cheese got rid of the live action dummy band and replaced it with a digital Wi-Fi band on a large flat screen tv)

[@JoeRobertsPersonalpage]

@@GMOBtv lol

[@rotekampfflieger-dr.I]

@@GMOBtv And the 90's were the ruins of the 70s which were the ruins of the 50s etc etc, all the way back. Welcome to the spiral my friend.

[@wussup12345]

@@GMOBtvchuck e. cheese changed to a smartphone?!!!? This world is fucked💔😭😭😭

[@Chronicoverburn]

Tell us more what was on those boarded up places?

[@justinamerican8200]

13:33 I love that the alarm clock is bolted down. Wouldn't want to have to go by a garage sale and pick up a new one for $.50.

[@CrazyCatMom11]

My husband has been to Vegas before, but I never have. When I started planning our trip there next spring, I asked him if he had a preference of hotel. He said he didn't care which one we stayed at, as long as it wasn't Circus Circus. That sparked my curiosity, and now I've found your video. You've made it very clear why CC was the only one he absolutely didn't want to patronize.

[@Gail1Marie]

The Tropicana is also on its way out (about to be torn down) so I'd probably add that to the list. Sad, because it was the first Las Vegas hotel I ever stayed at.

[@Krystal_Kitty7]

We stayed at The Strat a few weeks ago, nice hotel. But if I could stay at any hotel it would be Caesars Palace it's beautiful.

[@mamacindyrogofsky495]

Tacos for breakfast? Erm,any McDonald's anywhere close by? 😂😂😂😂

[@demonsaint1296]

I had heard not to go to CC as well. Everything has been easy enough to find or get help with. The only issue I have had a hard time with is finding out about the brothels. Well at least getting reviews and general info. Ask your husband if he has any information, hints, tips, recommendations or the brothels.

[@djm5687]

Circus Circus has a certain "charm" that *no other Las Vegas hotel has.* I would cry if Circus Circus was ever torn down.

[@derekm424]

You sir... Had me at the simple mention of bed bug's lol. I will never ever set foot in that tourist trap. Also, if you took luminol and a black light to those rooms, it would probably be brighter than the actual casino...

[@user-pc8dl4cy3i]

Hysterical. What a mental image.

[@lindaartz3297]

He does have a black light sometimes and it is terrifying.

[@ANGGELAful]

Just the costs of cooling that giant GLASS DOME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DESERT must be astronomical

[@rexx9496]

Now imagine the cost of cooling Ski Dubai.

[@243wayne1]

@@rexx9496 Now imagine staying home and not going to either of them!

[@padgecrack4018]

And the lightbulbs

[@CsykKrit]

@@rexx9496Pfft! That's nothing. Microsoft is reinitializing a nuclear reactor to run their AI servers. Imagine THAT cost.

[@lexylexy952]

Great tip for Bed Bugs . Peel back the top sheet and iron a corner of the bed . Peel back sheet and if there the bed bugs the heat will bring them out the mattress ❤

[@KennyStomski]

The "grits" was actually "hash" - corned beef and potatoes (which looked pretty good). If they had grits it would have been with the oatmeal, which I didn't see. On another note, my first of over 40 trips to Vegas was Circus Circus in the late 90's and it was a dump back then. Because of that experience, that was the first and last time a travel agent was used to put a package together for myself. Bless the Internet for being able to book everything on your own.

[@levelbylevelgaming2833]

Nice, I went immediately to the comments to see if anyone addressed the fact that he was not eating grits. As southerners we were practically yelling at the screen "those aren't grits" LOL.

[@matthewa11]

It’s why we forgive William Shatner for just about everything: because of his Priceline ads.

[@barbarajeffries]

I'm so glad someone cleared up the corned beef hash vs grits issue! South Carolina here, laughing at poor Tim's expense. I hope he gets a chance to eat real Southern food at a good restaurant sometime. He could stay in Charleston or Savannah at a luxury hotel.

[@KennyStomski]

@@barbarajeffries I am a foodie from the northeast and also travel to the "south" often, so I appreciate a plate of proper grits (with cheese, please). Real good biscuits and gravy are also hard to come by anywhere else. Best chicken and waffles I had anywhere was in GA I also find myself bringing back Crystal's hot sauce and tubs of pimento cheese because once you go north past VA those are hard to find. In the mid atlantic area I always look for scrapple - hard to find that anywhere else. First world problems.

[@chassidy6485]

Came to see if anyone else had been yelling it's corn beef hash...lol a little late to the party I see.

[@lunadrurie6686]

This is the hotel from Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas! Totally recognise it, can't believe you've never mentioned it! Enjoyable video though

[@Sandman_Slim]

Is it really?

[@Pappyeggs]

@@Sandman_Slim The production wasn’t allowed to film in Circus Circus so they recreated the moving bar themselves. Maybe the hotel rooms too but they could have also just been filmed at a different location.

[@Luke77rat]

I remember the scene where Johnny Depp tripping balls was too afraid to get out of the revolving bar

[@riffgroove]

The first tiem I wathced tje scene of him doinf the "ether-walk" up to the lobby, I laughed so hard I tjoughr was going to die. ​@@Luke77rat

[@YeYe-wd7vq]

I was confused for a second because theres a band with the same name (obviously named after the film), I don't listen to them though

[@three2267]

Makes me really sad. When I was a kid, one of our family vacation stops was Las Vegas. We always stayed at Circus Circus (back then it was just a few years old), and I have such fun memories of all the arcade games, circus shows and rides with my brothers & cousins. It was THE place for families back in the 70's. If it's not bought & revamped, it will probably be the next property to go. Really enjoyed your video!! ❤

[@WalkWithMeTim]

yes you can almost tell the strip up that end is changing and this is looking out of place

[@CarlosGutierrez-ef2pd]

Unfortunately big buildings like those are cheaper to demolish and rebuild

[@mishaa7263]

they are actually upgrading it will be done by 2025!

[@hyunjiniret87]

SSAAMMEE

[@sn-bo3un]

Same but we went in the 2010s :)

[@readdeeply9278]

There's something about heaps of food being left uncovered that gives me the willies. And you are very brave to walk around in flipflops lol Even in a regular street restaurant you'll see the staff polishing and cleaning... where is everybody?

[@DB-pd9je]

Fun fact, those mattress covers are dual use. some people use them to keep bedbugs off of mattresses but usually they are used to CONTAIN them so a compromised mattress can still be used... they do tear quite easily though...

[@Hessed3712]

🤢

[@mgkelley2609]

There basically adult pee pads 🥴

[@Gitn2it]

I have a mattress cover on my mattress, and I can tell you it is quite sturdy and waterproof as well.

[@noiz1762]

@@Gitn2it depends on the price honestly

[@hollypotter6989]

Circus Circus was the first hotel I ever stayed in. I'm 67 and was around 13 or 14 when I went with my best friend's family to Las Vegas. It was the ONLY hotel in Vegas that had any activities for children besides a pool. The circus acts over the casino floor were fun. The arcade games were fun and free. I actually got to see Elvis on that trip. He didn't impress me as much as the water pistol shooting into the clown's mouth arcade game did. (I was a Beatles fan).😊 It's sad that it has become so run down. Perhaps they should implode it and build another family/kid friendly hotel in it's place. Vegas tried for a while to induce families to visit, but has gone back to adult only themes. It's not really a kid friendly place but there should be one hotel where kids can play too.

[@rongendron8705]

Great story! Do you remember its $3.99 buffet? It's a shame that it has gone down hill & can you believe that it's $200. a night, now?

[@rexx9496]

I'm 47 and my parents would take us on trips here back in the 80s and early 90s. I still do very much remember that water pistol game where you shoot into the clown's mouth!

[@243wayne1]

@@rongendron8705 And the breakfast buffet is $35.00 with NO hashbrowns!

[@NondescriptMammal]

Yeah we never did Vegas, but when we did Reno many years ago, one of the notable things was the bargain buffets and meals that could always be easily found, we ate cheap the whole trip and the food was decent... surprised me the breakfast buffet would be $35, that's no bargain.

[@rrpostalagain]

Yeah I’ve been going there for 40 years. My dad would stay there because of what you said, it was “family friendly”. Also… if you don’t stay at the Circus Circus Motor Lodge, then you stayed at the “fancy” part. What always strikes me is the ultra thick carpet and other fabrics and materials that have been soaking in the “flavor” of millions of people over many decades. And remember how much around the clock smoke and buffet and kids smells… you can actually taste it. Compare it to modern places (and everywhere I stay overseas) who use very little carpeting or textiles that will hold odors. My favorite places in SE Asia make great use of finished concrete for floors, minimalist bedding where they just keep it cleaned and bleached and places are really cheap, sterile feeling that i find comfortable. It’s really spoiled me. Totally the opposite of a 80 year old US casino. 555

[@jadoyon]

It is pretty amazing that it is still open. My guess is they will continue to operate it without updating it until it starts losing money and then close and demolish it. They would probably have to put more money into it to update it than just starting from scratch at this point.

[@ctgottapee9020]

It's likely a gamble by the owners on whether operation versus selling offers more. The strip basically stopped expanding once it hit circus circus so the offers may have not come as expected. Consolidation has meant it is unlikely that there will ever be more expansion, the focus is on the big money in the middle.

[@jamesjones3371]

Theme park buffets circus fun faor amazing

[@supitschillbro]

@@ctgottapee9020fontainebleau may change that. it’s huge and could draw people up strip a little more. having one more mega resort would probably make people more willing to walk all the way up there

[@hatchling88]

I think there's a point of no return. The owners will keep it open doing the minimum to maintain as long as it's profitable. It would be nice if they re-did it all keeping the theme and attractions people love, but that's expensive. They'd have to decide if keeping it family friendly and affordable is going to be cost effective in the long run. I think you're right about starting from scratch, but the question is, will it go delux or become something entirely different?

[@aguyhere7945]

100% it stays open because it's the cheapest, or second cheapest depending on if the Strat is doing a deal at any given time, hotel that's (technically) on the Strip. Granted it's on a part of the Strip you don't really want to be on and you're probably only going there because for some forsaken reason you decided to bring your herd of kids with you on a trip to Vegas and any other hotel is going to run 2-3X as much as Circus Circus will. You get what you pay for with this and you aren't paying very much so..yeah.

[@martika324]

You're a brave soul, Tim....TY for taking one for the team!

[@alexandradufton4260]

Its almost like they took all of blackpool and put it under one roof. The circus, the arcades, the dirty hotels , the theme park and water park. Boarded up areas, empty creepy spaces. The feeling of being stuck in a strange time in history with some modern things thrown in.

[@MsJaggy]

I used to live in Las Vegas. Circus Circus was my #1 place to tell everyone not to go to. We went in there once just to check it out. This would've been 2009 or 2010. Everything was dirty. You were lucky if the escalators were working. It's a real shame. This place has so much potential if love and care went into it. I work in a hotel now and this mess at the Circus Circus makes me want to vomit.

[@tomnisen3358]

It was clean until the early 2000's. The Manor needs to be demolished.

[@tomnisen3358]

The Steakhouse is very good!

[@moirapettifr7127]

Yes demolished it and start from scratch! Build something worth going to.

[@YokiDokiPanic]

Fellow housekeeper here and, yes, I work at a budget place for business people and guest-laborers and I'm absolutely disgusted. I could not work here if these are their standards.

[@Marcela-e9r]

Do you recommend the Paris Hotel??

[@2BigFooted]

This hotel is a perfect example of what's wrong with vegas these days... everything closes super early and even when it's not closed it's pretty empty because no one's there. Who's going to a Vegas Chappell from 6-10??? People don't start making bad choices until at least after 11!

[@yoteddybaby]

There’s no chapels that stay open past 10?

[@2BigFooted]

@yoteddybaby9198 not the one posted in the video. Stuff does be closing early tho. Late night crowd is nothing but drinking and gambling.

[@plektosgaming]

@@2BigFooted All of that moved from the north end of the strip up to Fremont. Plenty of bad decisions up that way... lol.

[@2BigFooted]

@plektosgaming fremont is the old strip bud..secondly fremont also closes down other than the casinos are 12. This is sin city...it should be 24/7 party hardy and its not.

[@plektosgaming]

@@2BigFooted Yes, but it IS later than the 9-10 pm elsewhere. lol. The city does have some late night places, but very few any more. Covid really slowed things down and they just don't want to keep everything open unless it's making them a profit per hour.

[@the_jazmin]

I wouldn’t be surprised if a few of the scratches on the walls were left from the studies of Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo back in ‘71.

[@InVinoVeratas]

"Studies" lol.

[@mbrow]

Being from Southern California, I have gone to Vegas many times. Our family stayed at Circus Circus a few times when it was new, and it was THE place to go. It was crazy when you walked around the arcade area, because it was familiar to me, 50 years later. I remember running around there and playing those same games when I was a kid. These days, we don't even bother going that far down the strip and prefer to stay in the center where we can walk just about everywhere we wish to go. Not in the summer, of course! BTW, aside from its age and lack of proper cleaning, my guess is that a lot of the stale odor comes from the decades of people smoking cigarettes anywhere and everywhere in the hotels. That, thankfully, has changed.

[@hatchling88]

The only way to get rid of the old stale smoke stench is to change out carpeting, curtains, wall coverings and anything that can hold onto the old smoke. Sometimes even textured ceilings and walls can hold odors.

[@CShivery]

I stayed at Circus Circus in 2009. A drunk person pooped in the hallway. I reported it to the cleaning lady and reception. 12 hours later, and not only was it not cleaned up, but someone had stepped in it. We called back and the general manager apologized and said we could stay again for free, but we checked out the next morning and never came back. I'll never go back.

[@genx-odus5678]

💩💩🤣🤣

[@leviathants7842]

You return next year on your free trip and find that it has still not been cleaned up

[@davek8706]

😭😭😭

[@TOBYH]

DON'TW BLAMe you!

[@christianmorris8065]

Good Christ

[@lisalogan133]

I need to go take a shower after watching you stay at Circus Circus. Thank you for warning us! Eww gross!

[@LisaDolan-Seville]

Hahahaha. Last place I would EVER stay at. Looks absolutely disgusting, including that breakfast buffet!

[@jenniferburchill3658]

As I feel the need to spray room sanitizer all over the place...

[@StaceyChamberlain-kf1qx]

Almost 20 years ago we went there with our preschooler. She loved the amusement park and the circus, And also the shops. Everything was so nice. Several years later my husband was there on business and I accompanied him. I decided to do every free thing on the strip. I think the circus was my favorite because it brought back so many wonderful memories.

[@Ember3221]

They seem to have removed the terrifying clown pictures from the rooms. I’m wondering why this hotel hasn’t been demolished yet.

[@RockGirlMedia]

I don't want it demolished. Keep some of old Vegas.

[@Ember3221]

@@RockGirlMedia I’d love to see it come back to its old splendor. The hotel was pretty cool back in the day.

[@yungdani9018]

Pro tip: If you're afraid of clowns, don't go to a hotel called "circus circus".

[@Ember3221]

@@yungdani9018 I was too young to choose at the time 😝

[@Canleaf08]

⁠@@RockGirlMediaWe can have old vegas. But with equipment up to code. Clean beds and newer furniture…. The question is if the owners want to spend the money for that. Old Vegas almost killed Otto Waalkes.

[@caffeinecat3598]

Such a shame to see one the classic hotels just left to rot, it looks so neglected. Great video once again Tim, thanks!

[@monk3yboy69]

This is corporatism in action …. Take the profits and never reinvest. And they are making mega profits, make no mistake.

[@TonyBagadonuts101]

Good job on the video, I went there as a teenager over 40 years ago. We stayed there a few nights. They had one the biggest arcades in the world at that time if I remember correctly. Your video brought back some memories. It was a popular place back then. It was very easy to win big stuffed animals. One night we saw both two big acts. Joan Rivers and then the Village People. It would have been sometime around Easter of 1982 if my math is right. Thank you very much for doing this.

[@TheDiscerningDinosaurArt-yi2bq]

Respect to Tim for covering all sorts of “accommodations”! Stay safe Tim!

[@dyngbld]

This was the "go to" property back in the 70s and 80s and hard to get a room. Back then breakfast buffet was 95 cents, and dinner was 5 bucks. Sad to see it all run down.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I guess this was back when the mob ran it and the other properties.

[@ulfricstormcloak5080]

After reading Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas I’ve always wanted to go the the Circus Circus because of how it was described in the book. Such a shame it’s no longer what it once was

[@IRaoulDuke]

Myself and my lawyer had a great time here.

[@stanleyfranks9891]

Tell us about the Golf Shoes??

[@Ezra1499]

YOU CAN'T PARK THERE!! Why?, Is this not a reasonable place to park? Your on the sidewalk!

[@jcm78]

Listen. Let’s get down to brass tacks here, how much for the ape?

[@stanleyfranks9891]

@@jcm78 How much do they pay you to do that to that polar bear?

[@1unartic]

It's sad to see such historical buildings go improperly cared for. I hope Circus Circus can get restored to a much better glory; I would love to see this place recreated in VRChat, GMod, or in a first-person simulator of what this place would've looked like in its prime.

[@kooycat1789]

gmod lol

[@astererratum6546]

I'd love that in GMod. My computer can't run VRChat so only way I'd be able to see it is in GMod. I still play from time to time just to enjoy the old liminal feel of the og maps.

[@NaoPb]

The thing I noticed was how much of this looked familiar. After playing Five Nights at Freddy's: Security Breach I can tell they have been inspired a lot by Circus Circus.

[@Annieisnthome]

Layout-wise, it's pretty much unchanged since the 80s. A few stylistic changes were done, and they took out all the classic arcade games, but the carousel bar, certain skill games - all of it is unchanged. The Adventuredome was a parking lot, and down the road through the middle there was a post office branch at the back, almost where it met Industrial.

[@Penitent_Intent]

It was amazing back in the day. Busy shoulder to shoulder food vendors on every corner families migrating about. Lol checkin looks the same lol

[@biscaya08]

I was in Vegas last week on a work conference. We stayed at the Fontainebleu which was great. I took a couple of colleagues with me to Circus Circus because of your video and it was exactly what expected 😊 The smell was very noticeable... we took the elevator up to floor 9 but had to leave directly because of that. Saw a circus act and it was fun to experience this old casino and hotel but happy I wasn't staying there. Thanks for a great review!

[@ericjbowman1708]

Wow. Looks like the same furniture and carpeting they had on my last visit... back in the mid-90's! Just older and dingier. Last time I was there, the amusement park bit was new, the Grateful Dead were playing, and all the tie-dyed hippies were tripping out on the circus, it was an amazing experience at an amazing place, seems to have been its peak. Sad to see it's been slowly driven into the ground, since.

[@WorkHardBeNice]

Oh, Tim! 😂😂😂 you took one for the team even setting foot in that joint! There was a website back in the day where anybody could leave reviews about Vegas buffets. Circus Circus reviews were so bad they were legendary. Somewhere along the lines of the infamous Amazon sugar free gummies review 😂. So many people trashing their restaurant in the most colorful, creative language!

[@MadMomma-kj9ks]

Gag writers of the future....

[@debcarpenter8519]

I stayed there back in 1976, when my family moved from SoCal to Wyoming (that was a culture shock!). It was the second time we had stayed there. My bro and I played in the arcades while my parents played the slots. We would meet up with the parents to check in when the circus performed. It was very nice then and we had a great time! I'm surprised it hasn't been razed, and something bigger and better hasn't been built.

[@kidgrebo1]

They had video game arcades in 1976?

[@goldman77700]

@@kidgrebo1 Probably pinball machines and similar gaming machines.

[@kidgrebo1]

@@goldman77700 That sounds about right

[@susanbeach2640]

Love watching your channel. I don't travel any longer, but feel like I do with your videos. ❤

[@thechemtrailkid]

The Adventuredome deserves so much better than being attached to Circus Circus. It's light and airy and shiny compared to the main hotel's survival horror theme

[@RadianceRush]

I agree it's also about 30 years newer than the rest of circus circus.

[@sarahpheenahenry4456]

Unless it's raining. There was leaks everywhere and a lot of the ride were shut down due to the rain and large puddles from leaks.

[@rdaws73]

The pink glass made everything look off and strained my eyes

[@harryjackson5917]

Can i just say Tim, your videos have got better and better. Ive been subscribed for some time now and both me and my partner love watching your videos. You give a really detailed and interested in-site to what the hotels are really like! Fantastic work Tim!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Much appreciated

[@kindimage]

This would be excellent for a horror movie. I’m getting liminal space vibes throughout this casino it’s very creepy. Imagine the power going out and then having to find your way around with just a flashlight 😱

[@yvindwestersund9720]

It's already been in a movie The carousel bar is prominently featured in fear and loathing in Las Vegas whit Jonny Depp It's were he got problems getting on and off just an hilarious scene 😂😂 And a great movie 😂😂😂😂

[@Elizabeth-n3v2u]

I was at a regular old holiday inn when the power went out and everyone had to use a flashlight. That was spooky. Cant imagine this place holy cow

[@marymason9981]

The thought of "Fire Hazard" comes to mind if one ever broke out there. Too many confusing corridors and not enough "EXIT" sign's.

[@mousetreehouse6833]

​@marymason9981 and one can only hope the wheelchair accessible rooms are on the 1st floor 😉🙂

[@James-kv6kb]

You seem to have maturity issues

[@LeslieRae]

Literally looks the exact same as when I was first there about 30 years ago as a little kid with my parents and brother 😮!! Too bad, it had always been a fun place for the families with kids. Now, I’d stay at the palms most likely and just “visit” the arcade there if the kids wanted to. Nowadays though, I think there’s just as much to do for kids at other resort/casino’s. Too bad; if they would’ve kept it up, they’d probably still have a hold on that market of tourists! Love all your content!

[@kyay2825]

Hi Tim I hope you are well. I just wanted to say the dish you called grits looked to me as more of a corned beef hash(made with corned beef and potatoes). Grits are made with a type of process corn and I love grits done right. I can only compare maybe canned haggis to canned corned beef hash because of being made with meats and starches. Amazing video btw! 🤗

[@eddies.9644]

you are 100% correct. I was going to comment, but glad you did instead. What he was eating was corned beef hash, not grits, which is a corn byproduct.

[@rochelle1117]

He also thought the chicken fried steak was chicken and the boiled eggs were mozarella cheese. It was kind of impressive.

[@ShakespereRambula]

Thanks for the re-cap there ... Chef Boyardee

[@EdWensell]

And then there was scone vs. biscuit.

[@riniuchiha9383]

@@rochelle1117 yeah, I was baffled like has this man ever seen Food before? 🤣

[@LawyerPanda]

Growing up, my family wasn't poor, but we couldn't afford to stay in the main building of the resorts. We often stayed at places like the Manor, which many of the older hotels had, like the Stardust and the Aladdin. I think back then resorts like the Circus were not yet overshadowed by the ultra luxurious mega resorts like the Aria and Bellagio. So they were able to keep their room prices relatively high. My parents think we paid around $30-40 a night for the Manor rooms, which is essentially the same cost of the standard tower rooms at Circus today on off season.

[@bopeep86]

We paid $35.00 a night in 1997 at Excalibur. Our cheap honeymoon ☺️

[@XionAzura1]

My family stayed in the manor at CC once to save money too.

[@Em22-wtf]

@@bopeep86 lol, we stayed at Excalibur a few yrs after you did... My parents got married in Vegas (my mom & step-dad were together almost 20yrs already & decided to do it more for ins, etc purposes & yes, they are still together today, almost 20 yrs later lol just goes to show you don't need a huge fancy wedding 😉). Most of the other adults that went, which was about 40 of my parents friends & relatives, all stayed at various places, but anyone that brought their kids/teens all stayed at Excalibur and we all had a blast! We also went over to Circus Circus and the younger kids had fun. Being about 19, I was a bit old, but played a few games W my little brother and cousins. It's kinda sad to see the wear and tear, I'm SURE having to do with MANY kids filling those rooms over the years... Which I'm sure is why the carpet is such a mess, lol! I'm just glad to see there still open and probably more affordable for families than the others, but definitely with kid friendly activities. My parents have gone back many times over the yrs and said it's changed so much and it seems more geared to family than it ever was. I was lucky enough to have been old enough to go to many of the amazing shows back then like Zigfreid & Roy (I have no idea how to spell that lol), Legends, and Baleys Topless Show 😂😂😳 which was almost uncomfortable & Def weird for me with my adult family members lol!!!

[@sashak2887]

Wow! Flashbulb memory- the Stardust!

[@ScottDLR]

My future wife and I stayed there almost 40 years ago. They advertised "Any room, $30" for hundreds of miles before you got there. At the time the hotel was still in pristine shape (but gaudy) and very clean. Food was cheap back then, you could get a nice prime rib for $5 and breakfast for $2 or $3.

[@MadMomma-kj9ks]

we're you there in 1996? It was no different when I was out there then.

[@ScottDLR]

@@MadMomma-kj9ks That would have been 1988.

[@Wal-Hai]

If you know this women for over 40 years, you should marry her already :)

[@JohnPolozzolo]

I remember going to Circus Circus in the mid 80s. It was really nice and the breakfast buffet was awesome . Everything so fresh and delicious.

[@lordrevan57]

Fear and Loathing taught me all I needed to know about this casino hotel lol.

[@AdamRThomasMusic]

impossible to walk in this muck

[@drumstick74]

"Nothing! I want nothing!" 😆

[@hoodatdondar2664]

Me too. I also enjoyed the book by Hunter Thompson.

[@John_Locke_108]

Bats!

[@MotoFamMayhem]

The 'Bats'... Love that movie

[@melissaphillips3088]

I could not stay there at all. So glad Tim does these video’s. We all get a chance to see what the hotels look like. Thanks Tim 👏🏻

[@jnb756]

I stayed in the motel part about 15 years ago - the room was cleanish and if you wanted some crack or to get mugged all you had to do was walk too slowly to the casino through the dark parking lot

[@TOBYH]

THAT IS SAD, BUT TRUE! FUNNY ALSO!

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

I went to Circus Circus passing through to Disneyland in 1977 as a 16 year-old, with my Dad and mum and I got propositioned right when I walked in the door with my family and it was hugely crowded back at that time but what my wandering eyes would appear that I was completely shocked at how it looks now in 2024. You did a great job, hon. I don’t think I would’ve even stayed in that bedroom and it gave me the creeps and as far as that buffet we have had buffets in Vegas Before that we’re absolutely delicious but that looked absolutely haunting. You probably could’ve got better food in the homeless shelter, but Circus Circus is iconic so it will be interesting to see what happens to it and I would love you to explore more of Vegas hotels… and I have worked in housekeeping, many years, even training maids, and that room would be totally unacceptable here in UTAH county, Provo, Utah, USA

[@jamesfoster2850]

Very interesting review. The big top and surrounding area is featured during scenes in the 1971 Bond film Diamonds are Forever. It had recently opened then and it doesn't look like it has been updated since! It seems like an issue with these massive hotels that they cannot keep tabs on maintenance or cleanliness.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

and I only have just seen that scene from the movie wow it looked so better back then!

[@robjohnston1433]

I had dinner there in the '90s. There is a Net 8-10ft above you and while you're chewing an aerial artiste will plunge down and land directly above you ... except the Net "gives way" a bit so you think they're going to land in your lap!

[@cameralabs]

Really enjoyed that, comprehensive and fair review, not sensationalist, just the facts, thanks! I've stayed at Circus Circus more time than I'd like to mention, typically in the 90's when it could be had for about $30 a night! As I recall, there was also a two-story motel next door which almost looked like it was part of CC, which remained affordable for longer. I'd also stay here for some of the big computer trade shows in the 90's, typically COMDEX, as it was not only one of the cheapest hotels on the strip but also very close to the convention centre- just a brief walk. You're right though, it has a spooky vibe, even if you're not afraid of clowns, and there was a grubiness about it even 30 years ago. The best part, as you said, is the signage at night, classic LV. I've not been back since the 2000's as there was no way I was paying more than 50 bucks to stay in a place like that, and during big shows like CES, the prices become delusional. Today the main strip has out-priced me, so I tend to stay beyond the Mandalay Bay where you can get a half-decent priced motel, that's still on the bus route AND opposite Town Square where you can eat affordably - and healthily. It really is a World gone mad, when you can describe Wholefoods as the cheap option, but vs a crappy and expensive buffet in the Strip hotels, it's a bargain.

[@HEDGE1011]

Great review, thank you. I used to have to stay here frequently as my employer contracted for rooms here. It was always a terrible experience. This one was so spot on (especially the filth and musty smell) that it gave me nightmares!

[@jamescollins6085]

Going around that entire hotel with one of those carpet cleaning machines would go such a long way. It definitely has potential to be a good hotel.

[@gotworc]

Someone needs to pressure wash the entire building 💀

[@jyoats7959]

Honestly, they probably best to ditching most of the carpet all together. but some new carpet or hardwood replacement would go a long way.

[@jamescollins6085]

@@jyoats7959 Hardwood would be best, but I doubt they would have the budget to do the whole building.

[@flyingace1234]

Yeah I was thinking that. The vibe I got was 'nobody cares'. Considering the history of the place it has genuine potential to lean into the 60's glitz of the place, if it was cleaned up.

[@sn-bo3un]

Also imagine some air fresheners or new lighting so it doesn’t look so dim

[@jrsc01.]

Lol the drink being 150% cheaper at 7/11 would mean you get a drink, and they give you $3 free! A real bargain lol. Loving the USA tour Tim!

[@soulspin]

That was Corned beef hash you had at the buffet that you thought was grits 😁. Hi from North Carolina USA. I just moved here after living in central Florida for almost 40 years. I've never been to Las Vegas and this certainly doesn't tempt me to go 🤣...I'm not a gambler anyway. I love your videos (including watching your beautiful family on holiday). It's fascinating to see the hotels, holidays parks etc across the pond and beyond. Seeing you in the U.S. is a trip! Las Vegas is like Orlando and other huge tourist towns. There are nice places, but overall it's a tourist trap. It does seem like hotel quality everywhere has dropped over the past few decades. I remember going to Holiday Inns as a kid and it being the greatest thing ever ☺️

[@clairdelunefan]

I've lived in Orlando and Vegas. Yeah, the good old days of hospitality are over. 🥺 Like you, I can remember the times when staying at a Howard Johnson's was a blast. I miss that era. 😞

[@soulspin]

@@clairdelunefan yes, the good old days ☺️

[@brendagariepy2885]

You’re a brave man Tim. You stay at places that I would walk into then turn around and walk out of. Do you burn your clothes when you get home after staying in a place like this🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Flies2FLL]

I travel for a living and within 2 minutes of walking into a hotel I can tell you all about the management of the place. Management is everything in the hotel industry; A cheesy hotel with good management will be a good place to stay but a bad management team in a jewel of a hotel can and will turn your stay into a nightmare....

[@InflatableConan]

I used to gamble there (3-4 years ago) and my regular cocktail waitress was this very lovely elegant & intelligent lady from Poland who was waitressing there ever since it first opened. Still had the Eastern European accent and all. Absolutely loved hearing all the stories she used to tell me. I honestly hope it never closes. There is a certain charm about it and the arcade has F-Zero AX.

[@axelfoley1406]

Also, one of the best steak houses in Vegas!

[@LaoWhy469Productions]

Stayed once and had a great ayce buffet of prime rib. That was surprisingly good.

[@wykydytron]

Poland is not eastern Europe, you would literally got slapped here for saying it :⁠-⁠) We are geographically and mentally central Europe and we really hate eastern Europe mentality. As for the girl I'm 99% sure your referring to my aunt, she upgraded and works as croupier in some other casino but last time I heard from her was half a year ago so it may have changed.

[@MrSharkJB23]

I’d stay there just to play F-Zero-AX. Still have my memory card

[@InflatableConan]

​@@wykydytron My apologies for the geographical error.. 😂 I'm Polish myself and have family in Nowy Sącz. I've visited your country and miss it, it is an awesome place indeed. And that's your aunt? Haha, so cool! Small world. I'm super glad to hear she's doing good. 😊

[@maddoctor99]

I like how they went for a “wedding chapel” vibe and ended up with the waiting room at the local abattoir…

[@sovereign4107]

That glass on the dirty carpet is completely unacceptable. Cut your foot open and immediately press it into the filth. I swear it’s like they thought about a vacuum in the lobby and figured that was good enough.

[@andreas4268]

Such a shame…it has a neat concept but to see it in such deplorable status is indeed, sad! I’m shocked it hasn’t been torn down like so many of the oldies on the strip. Thanks Tim! 😊

[@nannerz1994]

I think the circus theme is really cool and unique there's tons of potential there, someone just needs to take over and redo the entire place. But every time they do that, they just make it all millennial gray. Theres no hint to being in a circus in the room, but none of that matters if it's dirty. They could also use some foliage and less parking lot vibes out front

[@MadMomma-kj9ks]

You need the parking lot for folks to sleep who found they couldnt stand it anymore indoors.

[@Sashazur]

I love the term “millennial gray”, it’s perfect for that drab color scheme I see all over the place right now.

[@Axqu7227]

Deep clean everything, replace carpets and fabrics, brighten up the common spaces with new (and brightly colored!) paint and wallpaper, polish up the fixtures, renovate the rooms- a muted retro feeling pastel 50s or brownish 60s theme with updated fixtures would be appropriate here, so guests can relax after the circus themed chaos outside! It’d take probably more cash than it’s worth but it’d be a neat retro theme hotel. Especially if you put old school soda and burger shops (in the style of Winstead’s) and maybe like make the parking lot drive-in movie theater themed? Keep the arcade and casino areas bright and flashy, keep the circus shows, maybe have a few characters or clowns running around, and theme the little convenience stores like a circus concession stand. Seems like you’d pick up the niche market of grandparents staying with the grandkids while the parents went off and had Vegas Fun elsewhere. Maybe have a clown do the weddings in a big top themed wedding chapel just for the unique photo op!

[@fposmith]

This hotel's potential went down in flames twenty years ago !

[@BlinkyB23]

Is it cool? Is it really?

[@JAS0NPYATT]

I went to Vegas a couple of years ago with my wife and son along with his wife, we stayed at the bellagio what a world of difference UNBELIEVABLE. I would have turned around and found a motel 😂.such a shame that they dont treat history like we do that place would be a gold mine if run properly. Great video as always Tim 😉.

[@begumuz6608]

It looks like the hotel owners are just keeping it opened with minimum expenditure until the closure date. Thanks for the video, Tim! It’s nice to see the hotel before it goes.

[@mdouglasinc]

This brought back horrible memories of my time in an MLM and the conference took place here. I also got major food poisoning after eating shrimp pasta in the dining restaurant.

[@tylerrodriguez9233]

Wow your decision making sounds impressively bad lol. Try flipping a coin for a while. At least on average you’ll make the right choice half the time

[@CococoMagnolia4k]

@@tylerrodriguez9233 she probably didn’t knew she was going in to an MLM.

[@CsykKrit]

Shrimp? In the desert???

[@Nikki-sf6bs]

My brother got married at Circus Circus Chapel 25 years ago. I did not have a good childhood, however, the happy memories I have are when my parents took us to Circus Circus. They gave us money and left us there for the entire day (we were 5 and 9). I loved the trapeze artists. They used to fly above us and perform a few times a day. I really do wish they'd renovate this place. Keeping all the old fixtures, just cleaning it and updating some things. I will never forget my happy days at Circus Circus.

[@christinebrown179]

Wow, left alone at 5 & 9, 😢. I’m glad you have those good memories of tho

[@ChupeTTe]

Your parents are utter bums, sorry to be blunt my brother. Vegas is full of scumbags, dont leave your 5 and 9 year old kids alone there.

[@TheTwoFishes]

Tim…..I wouldn’t stay in that hotel if they paid me $200. The place was truly gross. I’m surprised people don’t become ill from the dirt and the food looks like slop. You are a brave man for staying there. I don’t know how you slept!

[@faithsrvtrip8768]

Same here!

[@PebblesOTB]

Don't lie, free room and $200? You'd stay

[@MadMomma-kj9ks]

Anything else? Had your rabies shot?

[@mattgrant5341]

Ok princess...

[@MadMomma-kj9ks]

Yes, lie on the floor half dead.......@@PebblesOTB

[@siegetheday_cj]

i’m laughing so hard at him calling those grits!! 😂 love the video! ♥️

[@Matticitt]

I can understand not changing the carpet or old furniture. But the complete lack of any maintenance or cleaning is inexcusable.

[@dannydaw59]

Especially the broken glass on the carpet.

[@TheTuesday11]

That carpet needs to be sent to a lab I’m sure they discover all kinds of new things growing in there. 🤮

[@ashleychambers7602]

I stayed here September 2003 and it stank back then and the room was disgusting. You mentioned the steakhouse being good and I can categorically say that was one of best meals I had while in Vegas. Great video👍

[@UO51777]

I went to the When We Were Young Fest last year. I stayed at Circus Circus and I thought it was just fine. Better than what I was expecting after seeing just the hallways and decor. There are so many more options for nicer hotels, but this was right next to the festival grounds. The convenience way outweighed any negative initial impressions.

[@jamespallo4400]

Same! We to Sick New World this past May. And since it’s right by the festival and the price was amazing I had no choice but to book. I personally don’t care about how the hotel looks or smells. I’m there just to sleep and shower.

[@Rek2Chi]

@@jamespallo4400 exact same! I go to Vegas just to sleep and I stay at Circus Circus every time lol

[@c.phillips7728]

But do you live like that at home? So why would you PAY to stay in a dirty, smelly place that has unidentifiable stains on the walls (scary) and dirty carpet? You are braver than me. I would complain to the management and if my room wasn't cleaned immediately I would move out and refuse to pay. @@jamespallo4400

[@chanaplotke6218]

when I first went to Vegas, 50 years ago, I noticed the smell of the dirty carpets. That was back in the day when everyone smoked-and all the carpets smelled like smoke. May still be the same carpet today. Vegas is looking very sad.

[@kevinbrown-ge6sz]

I was in Vegas in the late '80's and remember walking through Circus Circus and the acrobats show was one of the few free things in Vegas. I hate to see the hotel has fallen into such disrepair.

[@djm5687]

Sadly, the "free" circus acts are only 4 afternoons per week. I have seen old pictures of the Circus Circus sign that advertised the shows as being 7 days per week into the late evenings.

[@ukstarlight05]

"NSEPT POO KEY O SELECT YOUR FLOOP" I was dying! 😂😂😂 That hotel room was spooky. Love your work!!! You should do a tour of the worst rated hotels in every state, it would be comedic gold 😅

[@shewho333]

My parents took me here in the 70’s. Everything was sparkly and clean. I wanted to stay forever. They wanted grown up stuff so we didn’t stay long. I think back then the carousel wasn’t for adults. So sad to see it looking like this, and I can smell the place through the video. If I ever had to go back to the hellscape that is Las Vegas, this was the only place I wanted to go.

[@facu5661]

😅horrendous, distressful place. Thanks for your video. Not only Id never stay at the Circus Circus, Id never set foot on an aeroplane bound for Las Vegas!

[@Nickiminaj92863]

Buzzing for this mate, cant go wrong with a hotel review on a friday

[@hollyanne4856]

in total agreement

[@aaronkodatt7112]

My mom's parents took her to Las Vegas when she was 12. They stayed at a small hotel near Circus Circus and although she didn't go there, she always talked about the marquee advertising Nude Ice Skating. She always joked about wanting to see someone fall and stick.

[@DJC-System]

Hahahaha "fall and stick" I'm just trying to imagine nude ice skating. Just falling on ice in general hurts, falling on ice while naked no thanks 🤣😂😅

[@jamescooley5744]

Would be a bit "nipp-ly"!

[@coffeekatk4067]

Welp...you still haven't had grits. That was corned beef hash. I've never been a fan as it smells like canned dog dinner to me! Man the room... I would sleep standing up. In the bathtub! Lol!! Thanks for another great walk! ❤

[@QueendomCome621]

Absolutely horrific! I have fond memories of this place in the 80s when I was a kid. I would never step foot in that place now.

[@mondaysrmurder3199]

I'm enjoying the day while binging on your videos. I stayed in Circus Circus in the 90's and early 2000's and it used to be a pretty great place. Though, the rooms are bombarded with pics of CLOWNS! Just a nope for me. My parents took me and my brother in August of 1993, right when the Adventure Dome opened. No lines, everything well built and clean, cheap prices, unlimited amounts of rides. My brother and I rode that roller coaster over and over for a full hour because no one was in line! It only cost $20 to enter the park and ride all the rides. Then, we paid $2.99 for a steak and eggs breakfast at the Golden Gate afterwards. Then we got a free shrimp cocktail later from the Riviera. Man, I miss when Vegas was good and cheap...and the Rio hotel was in operation. MHO, the Rio was the best in all of Vegas and always will be.

[@fireknight4151]

To see a place with such potential and novel idea fall into disrepair break's my heart.

[@clairdelunefan]

When I moved to Las Vegas in the mid-90s, Circus Circus wasn't too bad. It was the only family-friendly hotel on the Strip and you could get a clean, decent room for a bargain. The Adventure Dome and The Steak House were popular for the locals as well. Over time, it got so seedy that I refused to go near it. By the time I left Vegas in 2015, most of the original Strip hotels had been imploded or highly renovated. I can't believe this one is still standing. It's beyond salvaging, imo.

[@angelface925]

I used to love it as a kid in the late eighties, early nineties! I would beg my parents to stay here and Excalibur! Looks the same, but after all this time, I don't know if that's the best thing.

[@clairdelunefan]

@@angelface925 ~ Yes, it and the Excal were great fun in their day. And I used to enjoy the Luxor for the Egyptian theme. If you haven't been back since the early 90s, I suggest that you don't even go. It's not the same place anymore. 😢 Better to remember it the way it was. 👍

[@angelface925]

@@clairdelunefan last I remember they hadn't finished the Luxor, just had the frame done. If I went now, I think it'd be okay. I'd just have to set realistic expectations and explore. Excalibur still looks fun!

[@h.b16]

We stayed here in ’98 for a few nights on our way to Disneyland. I was 8 and my brother was 5 so I’m sure I don’t remember much or accurately. But I remember having a good time. I went on the rollercoaster twice with my dad. We also went to the Mirage and saw all the animals which I loved at the time. Now though I wouldn’t even entertain the idea.

[@hostileaks4495]

​@@h.b16 you should check out the sphere in Las Vegas. U2 did the opening show

[@sportymcsports]

This hotel looks like it should be the setting of one of those online dystopian video games.

[@DevonRexLady]

Yes!!

[@Fygee]

Former MGM employee here, back when Circus Circus was owned and operated by them. They don't invest in remodeling, refurbishing, or staffing because, as is, its a very profitable casino. Why bother if you're consistently in the green and enough people come anyways? The back room employee area looks like a set from the walking dead, excluding the hallway with the EDR which was fairly nice.

[@BryWithY1]

While I would like to see SOME sort of updates - I have tried to tell people this. Circus Circus knows what they are, so don't freaking touch it. Tear down Treasure Island before you think about demolishing Circus Circus. But, again, some minor updates and revitalization could be nice - even if they are profitable without it

[@jimbotron70]

In the long run it's not a wise business strategy tho.

[@hatchling88]

There comes a point of no return, if enough people are disgusted by the state of the hotel, they'll just stop coming and the hotel's reputation will be ruined by which point even refurbishing may not help.

[@holyfox94]

A a third generation restaurant owner, these hospitality companies make me mad. For them it’s all about profit. How about a pleasant experience for their guests? Or keep the mythical Circus Circus in a good shape, because it’s American history?

[@scotthoward6211]

Sorry you missed the steakhouse. A truly delicious and classic Vegas experience and the only reason I've ever entered Circus Circus. You are truly brave for staying the night there! I'm an American but as you took us around the grounds I imagined that this resembles what Blackpool is like these days. Am I close? I only have British mysteries and old Morrissey videos to help me to that conclusion. :)

[@NonFlyiingDutchman]

Yes, it resembles the worst of run down, British seaside resorts.

[@hollyupton7324]

I was getting Blackpool vibes watching this! Spot on observation!

[@Scottinuk]

About to get geeky here, but I think you’re thinking of Morrissey ‘Everyday Is Like Sunday’. This was filmed in Southend-on-Sea, probably because it’s the closest ‘seaside’ resort to London. Southend also has those vibes.

[@scotthoward6211]

You got me@@Scottinuk! Learned something today!

[@Mindsi]

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[@emilytallent9677]

thank you for the entertaining video, I love learning about Vegas, especially how modern Vegas compares to vintage Vegas. I have never been there but I hope to go someday at least once just to experience it, even if it ends up being a crappy time. I’m really glad I found this video, it’s helping to distract me from some really bad anxiety right now and putting my focus on the interesting things in Vegas.

[@emilytallent9677]

take a shot everytime I said Vegas.. lol