I'd like to preface this review with the fact that I hold a Las Vegas hotel to different standards than other cities. There is an experience expectation that is an integral part in the rating of a Vegas lodging. \n\nThat being said, the Vdara would be a strong 4 stars in most cities. It is a new modern hotel. Clean and crisp with dark wood, comfortable beds and spacious rooms. However, for a new hotel it misses the mark on several levels. Coarse uncomfortable towels, lack of plugs by the bed (alert to architects: everyone has a cellphone) and lack of basic essentials such as a coffee maker in the room are inexcusable. The hotel also lacks other basic amenities such as a full service restaurant. A small coffee shop style bistro is not a restaurant. The fact that the Vdara staff has to direct guests to sister properties for so much is a problem. Also, the fact that it has no casino and is offset from the strip may be nice for some, however for most it is extremely inconvenient. In order to walk anywhere at all you need to fully walk through either the Aria or Bellagio or take an expensive cab ride.\n\nUnless you are a troglodyte, stay somewhere else that will give you the full experience... or at least... a meal?
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