dubisaweapon

Perfect place to base myself for a 48 hour trip to Sin City. Stayed in one of the Terrace Studio Suites with fountain view and loved being perched so high above the strip. The Bamboo Pool was great for chilling during the day, and at night I did manage to win a nice amount playing blackjack. Would definitely stay here again!

Simply put, this is one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed at. Spent two nights in an Encore Suite King with a view of downtown. View was nothing spectacular, but the window let in a nice amount of light and using the remote control for the window shades made me feel VERY classy. Large bathroom with separate bath tub, shower, and a toilet in its own room with door....these always make staying at a hotel that much nicer. As far as the gaming goes...this is why the Encore will only get 5 stars from me. Most blackjack tables pay out at 6/5 versus the traditional 3/2 when the player hits 21, which makes a big difference in the long run. And if you like wagering on sports, please note that the Encore DOES NOT have a sports book. You'll end up walking 20-25 minutes each way to the Wynn to place your bets, which becomes something of a pain in the neck after you've down it more then three times. Overall, I had a great time and found that I never had to leave the Encore/Wynn complex over the two days I was in Vegas. And considering that the pools weren't really an option during my stay (cabanas were closed for the season, and it was too cold in late November to swim anyways) I can only imagine how much more enjoyable it would've been during a warmer time of year. If you're looking for high-end opulence, this just might be the ticket.