The Mirage opened in 1989 and ushered in the modern era of Super Casinos, destinations unto themselves with thousands of rooms, and every amenity imaginable. The brainchild of Steve Wynn (we will definitely be discussing him a lot more later), the Mirage set the standard for modern Las vegas properties, but now that it is approaching 20 years old, how does it hold up?
The Mirage boasts one of the best locations on the Strip. Located next to Caesars Palace, and it's sister property TI (Treasure Island), and across the road from the Venetian and Harrahs, it's very accessible. The casino floor has seen a massive ovrhaul in the last few years, with much of the tropical theme being lost in favor of the more modern look that seems to be taking over the Strip. Along with the remodel, many new restaurants and nightclubs have been added. The large sportsbook remains one of the biggest and best on the Strip.
I have stayed at the Mirage twice now, and the standard rooms have recently been upgraded. They are quite nice, however the bathrooms are very small. They're not ultra-luxurious, but are about average to above-average for what you'll find on the Strip.
I have eaten at a few of the restaurants in the Mirage. Stack is one of the newer, more poular places in Las Vegas. I made reservations when I was in town last November, and was a little disappointed, not quite worth the hype. Samba Brazialian Steakhouse is a great place for those that like meat, and lots of it. The California Pizza Kitchen is just like any other, but it's location in the Sports Book makes it a great place to sit and watch games. Their 24-hour cafe is one of the better ones, and Cravings, the Buffet is pretty good, I am not a buffet person, but it seemed to be worth the money. There is also the Carnegi Deli which serves HUGE sandwiches that are great for a late-night snack.
The Mirage is home to two popular production shows. Danny Gans is a well-known impersonator whom I've had tickets to twice, and has canceled both times. I recently saw Love, the Circue-du-Soliel Beatles themed show, and it was great! I'm going back to see it a second time this weekend.
The Mirage has definitely stood the test of time, and remains one of the most fun places on the strip. I am anxious to check out Revolution, the new lounge the opened recently in conjunction with Love. If you are a first-time visitor, or if rooms are not your top priority, I would recommend staying at the Mirage.
Score:
3.5 Cheques (Out of 5)
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