Instead of waxing poetic about the prime rib and crab legs, let's skip right to the good stuff. As far as buffets go, Flavors is worth a visit. Named for one of the country superstar's hit singles, this joint is bursting at the seams with live music, dancing, beer and big portions of good ol' home-style food. While we don't love eating fried bologna sandwiches (of course, we respect your desire to eat them), we do adore Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill. Because this is just the tip of the iceberg, that's enough…we're done talking about how ideal Harrah's location is. Mosey over to The Mirage where dolphins swim and a volcano erupts nightly. Eat, drink and shop like a Roman across the street at Caesars Palace. Wait, do we actually have to elaborate on that? OK, so you can walk over to The LINQ Promenade next door and get on the High Roller Observation Wheel. By staying at Harrah's you won't pay through the nose for that privilege. What we love: Everyone wants to be near the center of the Strip.

The vibe: Bargain accommodations with a dash of Mardi Gras spirit in a near central Strip location. 7.6 Near the heart of the Strip, Harrah's Las Vegas is a base for budget-conscious visitors because of its inexpensive rooms as well as a selection of shows, restaurants and bars with mass appeal.

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