Length warning....but very detailed. \n\nThe Grandview Resorts is a timeshare building located about 7 miles off the strip. Last year we went to the everlasting presentation and ended up purchasing. I have experience in property management, and real estate so I didn't find anything out of the ordinary with the process. And the price, once negotiated down, was pretty reasonable. \n\nOur stay this year was great. We took two advices from the reviews we read in advance. Decline the offer of an \"owner update\" presentation in exchange for new tickets at check in and ask for a new tower. I believe those two things made our stay well worth it so I will recommend owner staying to do the same. Check in was at 4pm and was fairly painless. Lots of people in the lobby, but many workers there pointing folks in the right place. We asked for a new tower and were placed in the Daisy tower. We did have to go to someone else \"to get our parking pass.\" It seems the purpose of this person was simply to try and get us to attend an \"owner update\" presentation in exchange for free tickets. We said no about three times and was then given our parking permit. \n\nThe Daisy tower is right next to the covered parking garage which made it convenient. Being there in the dead of summer it was important to have covered parking. But I did observe all five days, plenty of parking in front of the buildings. The unit was great. Large, spacious one bedroom with a Jacuzzi in the bedroom, double sinks, standing shower, updated appliances, a washer and dryer inside the unit, a pull out bed in the living room and a nice little dining table. As with all timeshares, we had utensils, plates, glasses etc available for use and fresh towels replenished each day. Two flat screen TVs in the unit, one in the bedroom and one in the living room. We were on the 15th floor and told we would have a view of the strip. Technically, they did not lie, they just failed to mention that the large casino South Point would be blocking that view. But the room was nice enough that a view did not detract from our comfort. On the property there is a deli that appeared to sell sandwiches and breakfast food (we did not eat there), a pool and a gym. The gym is separated with strength training equipment in one room and cardio equipment in another room directly across from the other. The gym has fresh towels you can use and the equipment is clean and modern. There was no water cooler or vending machine, so bring your own water. We did not use the pool. The gym requires your key to access. The doors to building lock at night and it is necessary to use the room key to enter. I liked the added security. On the second day there, we received another phone call inviting us to an \"owner's update.\" That person was a little more persistent, but we simply said no. \n\nSouth Point casino is directly next to the facility, so you can easily walk to get your gambling fix. And, there are several restaurants within the casino. However, if you are there for the true Vegas experience, you will need to rent a car to make a trip to the strip. The good thing is that parking at most all the hotels on the strip are free, so you can just park somewhere and walk the strip. With a fully equipped unit, you will probably buy some groceries. There is a grocery store a few lights up, and little 7-11 like marts all over the place. I wish I had read the map the Grandview provided in more detailed, because I would have seen there was a Walmart that appeared to be nearby. \n\nOverall, a great facility. \nPros: amenities, unit, housekeeping and staff, adjacent casino, plenty of parking\nCons: sales pitch- TOO pushy, fee to use the internet\nFollow the repeated advice. Say NO to presentations (unless of course you are not an owner and truly interested in buying) and request to stay in a newer tower. You will LOVE your stay.
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