From the moment we stepped in, we felt welcomed and "at home". Traveling a lot gives us clarity and helps to clearly distinguish what matters to us. On this occasion, we got exactly what we wanted to get out of our stay. Clean, cozy, spacious room with comforts such as pleasant lighting, quality bathroom, carpet, AC, working space, Wi-Fi, clear and open space (i.e. we could walk and have a "free" feeling in the room).
We also very much liked the lobby area because
1) it had a great vibe of travelers, comfort and style;
2) lots of sitting areas;
3) lovely tea, coffee, fruit and cookie options!;
4) a busy feeling without being crowded and staff in control and maintaining that ambiance.
Our check in was smooth, early and uplifting as the staff member clearly enjoyed his work and was genuinely happy to welcome us. He didn't make it feel like a problem or that we owed anything for the fact that we checked in early. Other staff we encountered in the lifts/hallways as well as different members of staff at the lobby during various times were all very friendly, with sincerity and not forcefulness - which we value very much!
Although breakfast is not included in the room rate, there are options available in the hotel and nearby area. The fact that the room has a fantastic coffee machine, refrigerator and microwave, and that tea, coffee, fruits and cookies are available any time downstairs enables you to have breakfast in your room too.
We highly recommend this hotel for those staying in Las Vegas who need to attend meetings, conferences or other events and have use of a car. It would also be excellent for those passing through and looking to stay a night or two. If you need to be near the Strip and don't have a car, want to enjoy the "Las Vegas atmosphere" at all hours, or have a higher budget and willing to absorb the resort fees, than this hotel will not be for you.
It was a great introduction to the Hilton Garden Inn brand and we had a comfortable, restful stay, while still being able to continue our day and journey in the manner in which we wanted to.