Golden nugget hotel & casino

Housed in four different towers, Golden Nugget Las Vegas rooms run the gamut in terms of size, decor, and amenities. The Carson Tower rooms were last renovated in , given a contemporary, albeit bland neutral-tone makeover. The Spa Tower has suites with decor ranging from modern and masculine to gold and gaudy; most rooms are two levels and have living spaces. Rush Tower rooms were first opened in , and thus smell the least of smoke. Gold Tower rooms were updated in , though decor verges on dated; on the plus side, these are the most centrally located. Just beware when booking — anything labeled “city view” likely looks over Fremont Street, which gets pretty noisy at night.

The cheapest rooms are the “Run of the House” rooms, which are assigned at check-in by front desk. Many guests complain that this doesn’t all them to choose non-smoking or smoking rooms. Aside from that, Carson Tower rooms are the hotel’s most affordable — an attractive incentive for a lot of guests. Despite renovations in , many rooms are still tired and showing wear, as well as smelling strongly of smoke. Expect brown patterned carpeting and wall accents, and more decor in various shade of brown or gold. Bathrooms are teeny tiny and have standard shower/tub combos. Amenities are limited to flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, sitting areas, hairdryers, basic toiletries, and ironing equipment. This is the farthest tower from all of the hotel’s amenities.

Gold Tower rooms were last renovated in and are noticeably larger than Carson Tower rooms. For slightly more expensive nightly rates, Gold Tower rooms feature mostly contemporary, masculine decor in chocolate-brown and warm earth tones. In-room amenities include flat screen TVs, bathrobes, slippers, and Keurig coffeemakers. Bathrooms are still small, but they have nicer marble and granite finishes. The Gold Tower is the most centrally located of all the towers, and is within easy walking distance to the casino, a few restaurants, and the pools.

The Rush Tower is the newest, quietest, and least smoky building of the bunch. Rooms feature dark, masculine decor with chocolate brown tones and bright orange accents. Striped window valances and curtains feel dated, however. In-room amenities include flat-screen TVs, entertainment center with desk, robes and slippers, sofas, and Keurig coffeemakers. Bathrooms are again small, but have modern, upgraded features like Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, deep soaking tubs, and rainfall showerheads.

For guests who want to splurge, the Spa Tower is home to some massive two-story suites. With huge living rooms, a spiral staircase, and large master bedrooms and bathrooms, Spa Tower suites allow guests a small taste of the Vegas high life. Decor varies across suites — some are gold and gaudy, while others are sleek and modern. Bathrooms include two-person jetted tubs, double sinks, walk-in showers, and mirrored vanities.

In-room fridges must be requested and they require a hefty fee.