Here’s my short game plan:
- Why I booked it
- Check-in and first look
- Room, sleep, and noise
- Wi-Fi and work stuff
- Food and coffee
- Pool and parking
- Location tricks
- Staff and service
- Pros and cons
- Tips that saved me
- My final take
Why I Picked It
I went cheap. I had a midweek work thing near the Strip and didn’t want a loud casino lobby. Fortune Hotel & Suites sits just off Flamingo, near Koval. The rate was $49 a night when I booked in August heat. If you want to double-check rates or grab any current promos, head over to the official Fortune Hotel site before you lock in. Yes, August in Vegas is rude. But the price helped.
If you’d like an even deeper dive into this exact property, you can skim my earlier, unfiltered notes from another stay right here.
They also have free parking. No slot machines. That mattered. My brain gets buzzy with all that noise.
Check-In: Quick, With One Quirk
I landed at Harry Reid around 10:30 pm and took a Lyft. My driver pulled right up to the front circle. The lobby had strong cleaner smell, like sweet flowers, with a faint hint of smoke from folks standing outside the doors.
Maria at the front desk checked me in fast. Took five minutes. She put a $100 hold on my card and told me there’s a nightly resort fee. Mine came to $26 plus tax. Not fun, but common here. She handed me a paper map of the buildings. The elevator worked, but it moved like it had a bad knee.
The Room: Big, Worn, and Cold in a Good Way
I had a king room on the third floor in Building B. The door latch stuck the first time, so I had to give it a firm tug. The room was big. I mean, spread-out-your-suitcase big. Tile near the door. Old carpet by the bed. No odd smells inside. Thank goodness.
The bed ran firm. I like soft, so that threw me a bit. Four pillows helped. The AC wall unit was loud on high, but it blasted cold air, which I needed after walking in 108° heat. Blackout curtains had a tiny gap. I clipped it shut with a binder clip from my laptop bag. A weird fix, but it worked.
Fridge and microwave both worked. The fridge hummed a little. The TV was about 42 inches with basic cable. Enough for background noise while I answered emails.
Bathroom was clean but dated. Granite-style counter. Tub/shower combo. Hot water came fast. Water pressure was okay, not great. The drain ran slow on night one, so the tub filled an inch while I showered. I told the front desk the next morning. Maintenance cleared it by noon. Towels were thin but clean. Hair dryer on the wall did the job.
There was a small safe in the closet. No USB ports by the bed. One lamp had a plug, and that was it. I used my little power strip, which I always pack. Travel nerd move.
Sleep and Noise: Bring Earplugs, Just In Case
The walls felt a bit thin. At 1 am, a group laughed in the hall. I could hear words, not just muffled noise. I called the front desk. Kevin picked up and got them to move along in a few minutes. The AC fan also helped mask sounds. Night two was quiet.
If you’re a light sleeper, ask for a courtyard room and keep the fan on low. It helps.
Wi-Fi and Work Stuff
Wi-Fi was free. I had to sign in with my last name and room number. My speed test showed about 18 Mbps down and 9 up. Latency hovered around 29 ms. That’s tech talk for “Zoom meetings worked fine.” It dropped once around 2 am, then came back. No drama.
I set up at the desk and cranked through a deck. The chair squeaked. It also had a small stain on the seat. I told the front desk. Housekeeping swapped the chair while I was out. That made me feel heard.
Breakfast: Simple, Fills the Tank
Breakfast ran 7:00 to 9:30 am. It’s basic, but free. Scrambled eggs, little breakfast potatoes, toast, cereal, and waffles you make yourself. Coffee tasted like diner coffee. Not special, but hot. The eggs ran out around 9:05 on day one, and the attendant refilled them in about five minutes. Lots of plastic plates and forks. Not fancy. Still, it got me moving.
If you want better coffee, the 7-Eleven up the street has it. Or walk to Ellis Island for a hearty plate. Their prices still feel normal, which in Vegas is rare.
Pool and Hot Tub: Quiet Break From the Strip
There’s a courtyard pool. Open 9 am to 9 pm. Water was clear, a bit cool. Only four people were around when I went at 6 pm. The hot tub jets felt weak, but the heat helped my legs after a long walk. Pool towels were at the front desk, not by the pool, so grab them first.
Parking, Shuttle, and Getting Around
Parking was free and easy. I found spots near my building both nights. Lighting was fine, but I still stuck to the main walkways after dark. Habit.
I asked about the shuttle. They weren’t running one during my stay. Lyft and Uber were quick, and cabs loop through often. For pickup, use the front circle. The back lot confused one of my drivers.
Location: Off-Strip, But Walkable If You Plan It
It’s a 12-minute walk to the Strip if you cut along East Flamingo to the Horseshoe/Paris area. I timed it. Cross at the lights. Take water. In summer, shade is gold. Ellis Island is a short walk for cheap food, and there’s a 7-Eleven five minutes away for snacks. The Tuscany is nearby too, if you want a calmer casino vibe without the crush.
If your plans push you farther out of town, you can peek at how a hop-scotch of rooms treated me in Boulder City by checking out this roundup.
Solo travelers who’d like some company for that late-night drink but don’t feel like elbowing through a crowded nightclub can browse FuckBuddies—the app matches Vegas visitors with nearby adults looking for no-strings fun, so you can line up a discreet meetup as easily as ordering a rideshare.
If your wanderlust stretches beyond Vegas and you find yourself cruising California’s Central Coast, you can scope out potential companions in that area through the regional classifieds at Backpage San Luis—the listings are refreshed constantly, so you’ll get an up-to-date snapshot of who’s available, pricing expectations, and safe public meet-up spots before you ever hit the road.
One more note: prices spike on big event weeks, like CES or F1. If your dates hit those, book early or look at weekdays.
Staff and Service: Small Team, Big Help
Maria checked me in with a smile. Kevin handled the noise call fast, which I really liked. Housekeeping was kind. They left extra towels when I asked. I got a one-hour late checkout for free. That helped with my late flight.
My deposit hold dropped off my card three days after I checked out. That’s normal.
The Real Pros and Cons
Pros
- Low price for a roomy space
- No casino floor noise
- Free parking
- Walkable to the Strip if you plan your path
- AC gets cold fast
- Staff fixed small issues
Cons
- Wear and tear shows
- Loud AC on high
- Thin walls in spots
- Basic breakfast
- Few outlets by the bed
- Curtain gap (binder clip hack helped)
Little Tips That Saved Me
- Ask for a courtyard room, top floor, end of hall.
- Pack earplugs and a tiny power strip.
- Keep the AC fan on low for white noise.
- Grab pool towels at the desk first.
- Walk to the Strip on Flamingo and stay in the shade where you can.
- Binder clip for curtains. Trust me.
- Hit Ellis Island for cheap eats. The beer is solid.
My Final Take
Would I stay here again? For a quick, budget trip—yes. For an anniversary or if you want plush sheets and spa robes—no. Fortune Hotel Vegas is that friend with a big heart and scuffed shoes. It won’t wow you. But it does the basics, and sometimes that’s all you need. If you’re hunting for another mid-tier option right on the Strip, my two-night, no-fluff breakdown of The Quad Hotel might help you compare vibes and pricing.
You know what? I left rested, on time, and under budget. In Vegas, that’s a small win. I’ll take it.