Fairmont, Monte-Carlo

Advantages: Beautiful beaches
Disadvantages: Nothing to do

...My boyfriend and I went to the South of France in the summer, we stayed in Nice after looking at the horrendous prices of the hotels in Monte Carlo! Then we planned for our first day to get a bus to Monte Carlo. The bus ride was great, they were more like coaches; comfy seats, seat belts, tv, AC, a toilet, everything! We knew that Monte Carlo was a very luxurious city, so thought that we would be living the high life for the day, unfortunately not! When we got off the bus, we went into the local shopping precinct. We entered on royal red carpets (which are all over monte carlo!) We were with our backpacks and wearing relatively scruffy clothes, and the whole time we were there, we were looked down on. We knew that there were going to be people alot better off than us, but we didn't expect to be treated like this. We went... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent location near MGM Grand
Disadvantages: Dated theme/decor

...We stayed at the Monte Carlo resort hotel for 5 nights in June 2007. The hotel has an excellent location, is reasonably priced and has all the facilities you would expect. However the European theme is a little dated and the newer, larger resort casinos have better facilities and perhaps also have a bit more style and flair. The Monte Carlo is located at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, near to the more famous MGM Grand and the New York, New York resort casino. Across the street is the ‘Coke Bottle’ which has a half-price ticket booth for shows and tours and the quirky M&M’s world, which is fun for all ages. Check in was easy, there are a large number of check-in agents at reception, and you can checkout automatically via the TV in the room. Staff were courteous and attentive, as I’ve come to expect in America, though... Read review

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Advantages: Everything you would expect from a luxury hotel.
Disadvantages: Distance from the clubbing scene

...The Columbus Hotel is an amazing, modern choice amongst the older options for accomodation in the world's trendiest principality. The first point to be noted is the exceptional location of the hotel: it is nested near the Monte Carlo port and within walking distance of charming waterfront restaurants. There is easy access to any point of the city from this luxurious hotel and at the same time, it is located in an area which escapes the rush of tourists which usually occupate the Place de Casino or the Monte Carlo Beach. The ocean front rooms provide a wonderful view of the radiant waters of the Med ! The service in the hotel is destinguishable. It is definately worth every one of the four luxury stars (max. available to French resorts) ! The staff was completely polylingual and demonstrated an enviable competence in English, French... Read review

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