McCarran International Airport (LAS): Approximate driving time is 12 minutes and distance is 6 miles.

Driving directions from McCarran International Airport (LAS): Exit the airport via Swenson St, then turn left on E Tropicana Ave. Follow Tropicana about 2 miles and get on I-15 north. Take Exit 40 (Sahara Ave) and turn left on Sahara.

Getting there: The hotel offers complimentary airport shuttle service. Shuttles leave the hotel hourly (on the hour) from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., and leave the airport hourly (on the half-hour) from 6:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (hours and availability subject to change without notice).

Getting around: The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to the Strip. Once there, guests have several options for traveling up and down the strip: on foot, by taxi, or via buses and shuttles (less than $5; fees subject to change without notice). A rental car is the best option for destinations other than the Strip.

Pizza Palace - Counter seating and pizza by the slice is served here.

The Broiler - This place serves steaks, seafood, prime rib, and large sandwiches.

Oyster Bar - Oysters, clams, shrimp, pasta with seafood, and seafood soups are the featured items.

Jack's Irish Pub - Irish classics such as Guinness stew and corned beef and cabbage are served and Irish music is featured nightly.

The Feast - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets are available, with champagne brunch Saturdays and Sundays.

Palace Café - Daily blue-plate specials such as catfish and hush puppies, Chinese items, and signature chopped salads are featured. Open 24 hours.

Guadalajara Bar & Grille - Mexican food, with an extensive salad bar, is served in rustic-cantina setting.

Burger King - This fast-food spot serves burgers, fries, and shakes.

Krispy Kreme - This chain specializes in doughnuts.

Starbucks - This popular coffee chain features coffee, drinks, and pastries.

Room service is available 24 hours.

Amenity highlights: Complimentary shuttle service runs to and from the south end of The Strip and the huge Fashion Show Mall between 9 AM and midnight. Surrounded by a desert garden, a good size pool, large flagstone sundeck, and 10-person spa provide outdoor relaxation.

Insider tip: Simply inquiring at the front desk about availability might earn guests free tickets to Laugh Trax comedy club.