Inside El Cortez Las Vegas Hotel: Exclusive Stay & Casino Adventure!🌟Top Room & Food in Downtown
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- Welcome, fellow Vegas enthusiasts! Join us on an unforgettable journey through the iconic El Cortez Hotel & Casino, in the heart of downtown Las Vegas. From its roots in the 1940s to the present day, discover the fascinating history behind this timeless establishment. But that's not all - we're taking you beyond the history books! Join us for an exclusive overnight stay, where we explore the vintage charm of our room, indulge in the classic casino atmosphere, review EACH of the food options, and share every unforgettable moment with you. 🛏️A place where nostalgia meets modern excitement. Join the adventure, share your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to hit that like button! 🚀👍
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I'm Dani and welcome to my CZcams channel. Created for fun to get me out of the house, go on adventures, and discover new things and I'm excited to share my adventures with you. My content is all about exploring popular destinations, uncovering their history, and sharing my personal experiences along the way. As a travel enthusiast, I have a particular love for Las Vegas and enjoy sharing travel ideas that will help you make the most of your vacation. Whether we're visiting a luxurious resort, a must-see tourist spot, a historic site, a quirky roadside attraction, or even a theme park, I'm always on the lookout for the best experiences to share with my viewers. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for doing this. I LOVE vintage Vegas and that's one of the few places left. The exterior signage screams history. As far as modern things go, I love the room key wristband! And, an in-room fridge too!! AND, a FREE ride to the airport! Wow!!
I agree! I was pleasantly surprised by the modern amenities they provide. It was a very cozy stay.
So nice to see the Cortez get the much needed love. A few years back, you would have never thought about staying more than a few minutes there!! Now with the recent renovations, its yet another gem in downtown.
It's such a gem!
Love that they’ve kept the retro look over the years, it’s a shame more of the casinos haven’t done the same…….
It's such a gem. We counted at least 4 different couples doing photo shoots for their wedding in the few moments we were outside during golden hour. It's just a beautiful spot and screams vintage vegas. :)
I'll be staying @ the El Cortez Memorial Day Weekend 2024 for the Punk Rock Bowling festival!
The El Cortez is the FIRST casino hotel my husband and I first went to in Las Vegas. This was back in early 2000! We stayed at the old rooms above the casino floor. The floors creaked in the hallway and inside the room! It was that old. But your video brings back lots of memories. Years later we were vacationing in London. This was around 2017. Our hotel was in Knightsbridge, and a short walk to Harrod's. A small but quaint travel agency was situated across from Harrod's. In the agency's window was a placard offering a vacation package to London. A fast flight to Las Vegas and a stay at a luxurious hotel casino. Upon reading the print, the luxurious hotel casino was the El Cortez!
We love Elcortez. We have been staying here since 2010. Every trip we always stay here. As far as the Fiesta Room, it used to be where the buffet was. So when that closed, it’s used for weddings and receptions and special events. We have hosted Grannyfest there for the last 3 years. We stay in the suites and they are great and we have also been put up in the Jackie suite as well. That is fantastic. So glad you got to review Elco. They are all great there and we highly recommend it to 🎉🎉
Thanks for the info! A buffet must have been pretty awesome. We've actually been to the El Cortez to hang at Ikes bar and saw you were doing a group pull that night! Always a fun spot. 😁
@@Dani702 well darn. I would have loved meeting you. You should have hung around. Lololol. We host Grannyfest every Oct. this last year we had 307 ppl attend. I’ll make sure to give you the date for that. It’s tentative for Oct 11 but bit firmed till I meet with them in March when we are back out. Would love to meet up. 💖💖
Just saw your comment and it sounds like you've stayed in a lot of rooms. Just out of curiosity, did you ever experience any hauntings, etc.? Staying for my first time in March at the original 47 suites and I've seen so many rumors about hauntings and now I'm apprehensive. 😂
@@katiebug199116 We have stayed in a lot of rooms there, and have never had any Hauntings. lol. Everyone is a great experience. It is our favorite place to stay. Hope you enjoy your stay there. 💖
@@GamblinGranny That is a relief! Haha. Thank you, I am looking forward to experiencing some real Vegas history.
The El Cortez is a Go-To for me. I've Always been treated like Royalty while I'm there. The Staff & Management are always accommodating, friendly & take care of all my needs.
Last time I was there though, the Prime Rib Dinner was $7.95. 😋
My family stayed there our first time coming to Vegas. We loved it ❤
Love how the massage parlor rub n tug gets a huge sign on the marquee
Fantastic tour of our downtown favorite location and people whenever we are in Las Vegas. I am glad you showed the menu to the restaurant. Probably the only casino on planet earth that offers Matzo Brie and Loco Moco on the same menu, which tells you they cater to their customers traditional favorites. El Cortez is a gem, and I hope they never change.
Thank you! The pleasure was all mine! ☺️
must try!!
I had a prime rib there I got a total gangster vibe when I was there.
Yaaas!
I always enjoy that you go the extra mile and give some history of the hotel.
Thank you! Started my channel years ago to share the cool history around town! I'm so fascinated by the early era of Vegas.
Thank you. Informative.
What w great video! I'm going❤
I recall the El Cortez had their poker game on the casino floor instead of in a poker room, right next to the craps and black jack table. It was $1-3 limit 7 card stud no ante, circa 1999.
My fav spot downtown. The last spot that gives u that old Vegas feel. Amazing video Dani.
Yes! Thank you!
We go twice a year and never been here. Will check this spot out now. Thanks Dani BTW I am a long time listener 😉
It's a really cool spot. And thank you! I recognize the screen name. Thank you so much for always having a nice things to say and for watching. ☺️☺️
Thank you Dani. Happy New Year...
Happy new year!
Always a great place , My favorite are the original 47 , The vintage rooms , With period correct furniture , Don't do the cabana yet, stay in vintage rooms . Great breakfast in that place , Great job guys take care
I would love to stay in one of the original rooms. The photos online look epic. I'd have to make it a night I know I'm going to be out late since they are closer to the street 😉
What a fantastic video! Eddy you're still a man after my own heart with the Dynamite Roll, and of course an Old fashioned!!
Lol. The man has excellent taste.
The El Cortez is my group's favorite bathroom stop while in Downtown.
You can't pass up a good public bathroom.
Awesome video 👍🏼👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed the video!!! ☺️
Thanks!
Thank you so much for watching and supporting the channel! 🩷
Love the Content Dani Hands Down gives the most imformative Guide🙌🏼😎🙌🏼
I appreciate that!
We love the El Cortez, too! Great video!
Thank you!! Was happy to show one of my favorite spots.
Great tour ❤loved it! Thank you 😊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Such an amazing & wonderful video!!! Thank you for this video. Wishing you the best 2024. Very excellent content. Keep up the fantastic work! 😊👍🏽
Everything looks fantastic. Looks like a short hop to the container park, EAT, my favorite breakfast spot, and the downtown artsy fartsy district. Thanks a million!
Ya! Container Park is right across the street. I did a whole bit about the places I like that are within a block or two from the hotel but took it out to focus more on the hotel itself since the video was getting long. Its a great spot for bar hopping though!
Hey Dani, thank you for sharing your experience at the El Cortez Hotel and Casino. I agree with you. It is a great place to stay, has great food, and most important to me, a very friendly staff that goes out of there way to make you feel welcomed, and make up for any mishaps that my happen. I stayed there in late April of last year and they were really great! Thanks for sharing Dani!
Thanks for sharing!! That's really great to hear that you also enjoyed your stay and the staff was helpful.
One of the biggest sleeper Hotels in Vegas. Love this place.
Thanks for all information...and prices for food. Very helpful. 😊
This looked like a over all good stay. Old history is so cool!
We really enjoyed it. I only wish the lounge had entertainment that night because I always enjoy happy hour at the Parlour Bar with their lounge singers.
During a vacation to Las Vegas I HAD to play at the El Cortez, just because it was classic old school Vegas. I saved a chip from there, and I think I bought some used playing cards too.
Hi Miss Dani, downtown Vegas loaded with history and nostalgia, love it
The best!
Fantastic tour, Dani. Good video.
Yay, thank you!
Fantastic tour of the El Cortez hotel. I always like downtown Vegas. The feel is completely different versus being on this strip.
Very different trip when in downtown then the strip. I love the budget friendly options but I won't turn down a luxury stay either. Haha. ☺️
As a new subscriber, I'm enjoying you and your videos. You put a more relaxed and fun spin on the Vegas experience! I love your side comments; so candid and clever! I also love your older videos from 5 years ago (I do miss the Monte Carlo). Thank you for all that you do.
Dani, love El Cortez, love the vintage stuff too, great tour and review as always!!
Thank you so much for watching!
Great video Dani, thank you! I feel like experiencing this hotel also next time I'm in Vegas
My Dad's fav.
Incredible video Dani! You sold me on this hotel. I love the exclusive tour you gave us.
I honestly love this hotel. I love Fremont East district. Great food and bar hoping.
definitely going to eat breakfast every day there
Nice tour of this Hotel. Looks very nice.
It really is!
I really like your content always look forward to your videos thanks
I appreciate that!
Happy New Year! That was a great, comprehensive overview of the El Cortez. I am seriously considering Fremont Steet for my next Vegas stay. This looks inviting!
Happy new year! It's a very different stay but we like downtown. :)
Thank you for the comprehensive review, Dani.702.
My pleasure! Thank you!
Good afternoon from Gatlinburg TN Smoky Mountains.. Love the thumbnail!!!😊😊
Thanks 👍
yep I keep forgetting all the amenities the airport shuttle is awesome
awesome video!! I really enjoy this place especially Siegel's restaurant
I wanna go back for the prime rib! Classic spot.
I was just there for New Year’s and the Prime Rib dinner at Siegels was fantastic. Thank you for sharing the video 😊
Great video Dani!
I love it when you do old school retro Las Vegas videos! 👍👍
Keep it up!
I heard that place is haunted.
Glad you like them! I feel like all the older spots can be haunted. I didnt get any spooky vibes though.
Great review of the El Cortez Dani, the place looked great, might have to give a try, happy new year guys
Happy new year! It's a great little gem. I'd highly recommend it when staying DT.
I always wanted to stay there. Thanks!
My pleasure. Thank you for watching!
That was every interesting tour through the casino. Me and my wife would definitely would be interested in staying there...wow! Awesome video 😎🤟
It's epic. 100 percent classic Vegas. Coin slots and all. All we need is a $1 shrimp cocktail lol.
happy 2024 you are my favorite vlog on this channel
Happy 2024 Rueben!
I have so many photos of El Cortez because I love the facade but I have never been inside! It's gorgeous. Such a great hotel. Thank you for showing us. I will be sure to visit on my next trip. Cheers
It really is! It's such a gem and I'm so glad it's still going strong.
It's a HAPPY SUNDAY when you come out, as usual a great video while mother nature is dumping a foot of snow on us just outside of Boston 😂
Oh my! I hope you stay safe and warm!!!
Great review as always!!! Although this is a vintage hotel it looked really nice in the rooms and casino. Restaurants looked very good too. Might have to give it a try there next time I'm in Vegas. Keep up the awesome reviews!!!!
You gotta stay DT at least once. El Cortez is a great option!
Thanks for the tour of El Cortez Dani! I've always been curious about their hotel rooms and the quality of their meals, so I'll probably stay there next month. And I'm looking forward to eating their prime rib. Man, it looks delicious!
The room was very cozy and all our meals were great. I hope you enjoy it!
Well done. What an icon of vintage Vegas. Everyone should go there and give them some business to keep them alive. We stopped in last time and enjoyed its charm and great history. We do want to stay a couple of overnights, and will report if we witness any ghosts! Cheers.
I 100 percent agree. We frequent a few bars & music venues close by and always drop in for the margarita and vibes. The passion to preserve the history at the hotel is so cool and rare.
I have always wanted to stay at the El Cortez. The room looks cozy. I like, although it’s an old room, that they have modern amenities. Great job Dani!
Cozy is the perfect word. It felt like a studio apartment. We felt very at home and it was a little sad leaving.
I've stayed there about 7 times, I love it
Looks like a good update for the rooms. But like you I am a very lite sleeper and that is why we have never stayed downtown. But at some point, I want us to stay just for the experience and holy lord that breakfast looked tasty! Thank you for making this one!
Yas! You gotta do it at least once. You'll probably be ok if you request a room on the opposite side of Fremont and a newer room like the tower or even the cabanas.
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Thank you. Your too kind!. 😊
My father was one of the original owners of the El Cortez. Though a minor investor. The two top owners were Marion Hicks and J K Housels. Later, the hotel was sold to Bugsy Siegle and Myer Lansky.
A offer u3 can't refuse 😂??😊
absolutely the whole month of January is the slowest for Vegas for sure kind of like that for a lot of businesses that January slump
It's been a bit since I've been up that way. It used to be a sketchy walk but being a history buff, I had to make the trek. Hopefully it's a lot better. I have got to say, their rooms look a lot better than some I've stayed in on Freemont! That Bison burger...I'd be all over that!!! Hope to be out in March before we head to spring training so...depending on your advice on the area, we'll be hitting this place!
If for whatever reason you come to Wisconsin, we have, hands down the best Ole Fashions in the Nation. While it may not have originated here, we perfected it!
It's hard to say. I go out there pretty often and some days it feels sketchy and others I feel totally comfortable. Though, I do also go often by myself when Im filming too so it can't be to bad if I feel safe enough to do that. I am from LA tho. Hah.
@@Dani702 thanks for the info. We're in Kilwaukee so pretty much the same. This is going to be a must visit, if not with my wife, then certainly the guys later this summer!!! Thanks again.
Hi Dani hope you and Eddie had a great New Year’s Eve and I hope you both have the best 2024 ever, now that resort is amazing and just like you said it has that retro vibe which is right up my alley and it would be a dream of mine to stay there that’s how much I like the resort also I really liked your room especially the view but I will have to be perfectly honest with you when you showed the different foods you ate I got hungry as heck because it looked so darn good and I love Sushi 🍣 and your breakfast looked amazing and I say the because breakfast is my favorite meal of the day also I can’t forget the magnificent neon signs which blew my mind so thank you for a beautiful tour of such a beautiful place, now with that peace ☮️ love ❤️ and happiness to you Dani and Eddie and I’ll see you on the next awesome Vegas vlog adventure peace ☮️ out ✌️
Happy New Year! The each food option was great! But that sushi was bomb!!! I would totally go back. I've already told Eddie I want that dessert again too. haha. The hotel is a classic. :)
I really like the room decor and the fact this is a historic casino. I never knew about the El Cortez.
It's a gem!
I love your vintage hotel reviews. The next time I’m in Vegas, thinking about staying at one of the hotels in downtown Vegas.
You got to do it at least once! It's very different then the strip but I enjoy DT. Great bars on Fremont east.
😊😊😊great tour. Spectacular video. I've stayed in the original rooms..love the history. Also have had the prime rib special. Whether I th was $9.95 back in the day tob$16.95 today the quality and quantity remained the same. The prime rib special is available available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Even late night.
Love the old school slots. One of the few places left!
We almost got the prime rib for dinner but I was craving pancakes haha. How was the noise in the original rooms? I'd love to check it out!
Great video, Im glad you tried the multiple dining options, shows variety and getting a review is key.Especially since not all of the dining options are on property. We visit downtown every trip, but have never stopped at El Cortez. Next trip we will have to stop in there.😊
Thank you! I hope you get the chance to check it out. We really enjoyed the stay and each food spot was excellent.
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Looks like a cool place at an excellent low price. Love vintage Vegas and it’s history. The $16.95 Prime Rib would be a must eat for me. Sushi looks decent.
Great video! I really want to try all of those restaurants now. I really need to do a Downtown trip one of these days. There’s so many good food and gambling options there.
Great food, bars, and casinos in DT for sure.
Check-plus on use of the phrase "Magic Band". Never would have known you lived in Orlando. 😄
Yes!!! We lived next to MK 2019-2022 ☺️☺️.
I love the El Cortez, best gambling in town. Also their rooms are pretty good. Better than some of the strip hotel rooms. Thanks for this review, keep it up!
My pleasure!
Great job Dani. I love the old school vib and decor. I can’t believe how nice the room is for the price.....this a place I want to stay next time I visit Vegas. You mentioned they will bring you to the airport.... I wonder if they pick you up when you arrive?
Love your videos
I'm not sure about the shuttle from the airport. I saw the mention in the hotel brochure we got when we checked in and it looked like it was to the airport. But worth a call to them for sure!
Ah, I remember the days when the prime rib special was 10 bucks. Great video, Dani. So glad you're doing Vegas videos again!
$10 is a steal!!
I always had a blast here. I miss when they used to use the coins and had their original restaurant.
What was the restaurant before? I can't seem to remember anything before Seigals.
This is incredible. We love your take on your stay. Last time we were in Vegas in June we stayed at the Golden Nugget but after this I think our next trip will bring a stay at the El Cortez. We liked seeing you get a mocktail in this video, we drink sometimes but other times a mocktail is perfect. Have you ever thought about doing a video of the best one in Vegas?
I'm not sure about doing a video on mocktails.... But hands down my favorite so far was from ' the underground" at the mob museum .I think it was called the test pilot. I've had it twice now!
@@Dani702 we will go try it next time we are in town.
Thank you for the video. Had to re-watch from this morning. I love this place. Id rather stay in the main tower than the cabanas. Tiger roll looks delicious. Old fashions are my go to also. The breakfast looks amazing. Stay classy gorgeous lady ✨️
The breakfast was spot on. I was so hungry when I woke up lol. Should have done all you can eat at the sushi but I wanted to show some of each spot. 😉😉
@@Dani702. Each sport was amazing 👏
remember right the burger was awesome like when were you can tell it's fresh ground beef made into a steak
Great Video Dani!! I'll be out in Vegas in a couple of weeks for the SHOT show at the Venetian Expo, and I am hoping to get down to Freemont one night... definitely will check out the El Cortez if I do. :)
Shot show!! Very cool! Heck ya, check out happy hour at the parlor 5-7 if your there at that time.
going to be staying here on weekends during the WSOP where I'll be staying center strip during the weekdays
Thanks for showing. I haven’t been there in a while. Not a bad idea to go today though since I’m in the area.
Any time! Stay warm out there.
@@Dani702 I will!
Hello, Sounds like it was a great time, have never been there have always been on the strip, may have to try this next trip.. almost came this weekend (birthday weekend) but getting over a bad knee injury wasn't up to all the walking I know I'd do.. but everything looked great nice room. Food choices (except sushi..lol) I'm very limited there.. keep up with the vintage places, very interesting.. see ya..
DT is very different then the strip. I love DT. A little rough on the edges but honestly, so its the strip haha. Happy Birthday!!!! I hope your knee heals up quick.
Dani always looking 🌶️
Thank you. :)
@@Dani702 you're welcome
they are known for their breakfast there and I saw they had the loco moco the Hawaiian favorite I'm getting that for sure sure
Great video! Thank you for being very upfront about partnering with the hotel. Not every channel is that honest.
I noticed that too on all platforms. There was no agreement or anything, I wasnt told I had to give a certain review. I've turned down places that put a requirement. But, I wanted to make sure I can film without getting kicked out since it's one of my favorite spots hah.
@@Dani702 I think the CZcamsrs realize that if any CZcamsr is too negative they are going to get blacklisted from all the hotels. The hotels also realize the power of social media and they weigh the benefits of the exposure against a possibility of some negative comments. Recently there was a perfect example of a CZcamsr who got out of line by posting videos of a new property before it opened. On opening day he showed up and was immediately trespassed from the property. So that sends a warning to everyone else.
I never sleep in the quiet I always have slept with noise since I was a child… Even white noise to drown that out… Interesting that it wasn't Fremont Street but a rooftop bar maybe a Molotov cocktail they would've liked?
Hi Dani, love seeing these historic casinos, and you have such a good time videoing them. I wonder why the balconies are sealed off. Also, is that casino considered haunted? Like always, you make me so hungry when you try the food. I wonder which casino food you consider to be the best. Take care. 😊
I feel like all the older casinos are said to be haunted. I didn't eat that vibe at all though. No doubt, each of those food spots were great! We will definitely go back to each.
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My favorite downtown spot! I’ve been waiting for you to feature El Cortez. Love it! BTW…are you still rocking Colour Pop’s lip color? It looks fab! Hugs from Austin!
Yes I am! I can't remember what color I had on that day but Im for sure wearing one of my colourpops. ☺️
Great video Dani ,I havent been to the El Cortez in about 15 years. Thank you for showing us ,me and my wife will have to venture downtown sometime soon and try it out!! Last time we were there they still had the $1.00 breakfast so that tells you how long its been 😂
Wah $1?? Thats epic!
@@Dani702 It was 3 eggs,bacon or sausage,hash browns ,toast and coffee all for $1.00 how times have changed 🤔
If you stay in one of rhe vintage rooms you just take the stairwell up, no waiting for the elevator, which is actually auper underrated
Very true. Easy walk up and down.
That microphone in the shower to do karaoke 😂.
The prime rib special I heard is way better than the tony romas special.
That $8 winning paid your Margarita 🍹
Haha broke even on my winnings and happy hour. ☺️☺️
Vegas offered you a drink basically.
Its a win win.
How the winds? We were there this weekend and it was quite cold
Not sure what they are pumping in the air when you walk in El Cortez but it smells woderful
there's a lot of places that do the safe right where it's like bolted into the ground or something like that but a lot of them like this are worthless you can just break it out of the wood like I've literally seen them in a drawer before you can break the drawer out
Wow this is the first time I ever seen you gambling on your channel
It's rare but I've done it a few times.