Bracken, Las Vegas Hotel Rooms at the Independent

We traveled with our 3 children for a cheer competition in Vegas. Vegas with kids is not the greatest idea. At check in I was offered an upgrade to a 1 bedroom suite for $50 more a night. I am so thankful I accepted. The room was spacious for everyone from baby to adult. The bed was comfy, the room clean, beautiful view and huge shower. The only disappointment was the lighting. It was extremely dark and hard to find the switches. I was very disappointed in the buffet. It was overpriced and discusting. You can tell veggies where old and meat was dried out and leathery. Go to Treasure Island or Wynn for buffet. I would stay at this hotel again but not eat or gamble here.

We did some research on a few hotels and decided to try The Palms. We have always stayed on the strip, so we took a leap of faith on this one. Various review sites have mixed emotions on this property. I take most negative feedback with grain of salt. Most people complain about simple things like resort fees, partying, loud bass from night clubs, smoke smell. Folks! Its Vegas! get over it. From the moment we arrived, we were treated great from the bell hops to the front desk. We arrived at 11am and we expected a delay in checking in, as we had got there so early. DJ at the front desk hooked us up with a Penthouse for a couple bucks more then we had booked for on Expedia. Although a busy weekend, he said he could move us up as he will have en easier time filling our standard KING room. We accepted the upgrade fee and got our keys. Because we had a penthouse, it has its own set of elevators, shared with Ghostbar when its open. Our room was amazing. 53rd floor looking out to the east and the south (facing the strip and towards Mandalay Bay) There was so many doors and switches on the walls, we just started exploring. It was a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, with jetted tub and full size 4 person jetted shower with rain. The guest area was a full size living area with dinning room and sitting area, office and full kitchen area. Unbelievable views from the floor to ceiling windows. And had its own bathroom. Great room.