As a non-gambler, non-partier who was in Vegas to work (weird, I know!), I was looking for a quiet but convenient upscale hotel away from the Strip. I had only been to Vegas once before, so I searched Tripadvisor and found the Platinum. In fact, I gave up Hilton points at the Embassy Suites to book the Platinum, so it had better be good.I couldn't have been more pleased.

Where do I start? It's nonsmoking with no casino, both pluses for me. The two-room suites are huge, with a full kitchen, washer and dryer, and two-person whirlpool with separate tile shower. It was really more than I needed, but anyone, especially a couple, coming for an extended stay would really hit the jackpot (ha!). The rate was outstanding - $160 per night.

The hotel was quiet. There is some road noise from a busy nearby intersection, and some airplane noise, but keeping the A/C fan on takes care of that. There is a 7-11 next door for food and snacks, including frozen entrees if you actually decided to cook in the room.

It is a short walk to the monorail and Strip (10 minutes). The neighborhood is tacky but OK. I had a business meeting at the Flamingo, and walked the two blocks several times. People staying at the Flamingo complained about mold and noise, and I just smiled.

If you want to gamble, the Westin is a half block away, with a nonsmoking casino. Ellis Island casino and restaurant is next door, a throwback to early Vegas- dark, smoky, and funky - but with decent and cheap food available (a $6.99 steak dinner).

If you're looking for a a respite from the Vegas chaos, the Platinum is the place. You can enjoy all the action on your own terms, and then escape it if you wish.

If I come back sometime, I will definitely be at the Platinum.

My husband and I stayed at the Platinum for three nights in september. Because we are not gamblers, there was no allure to staying in a casino hotel. The Platinum is just behind Bally's and is about a 7 to 10 minute walk from the center of the strip. The property is not particularly distinctive from the outside, but once inside, it is upscale, modern, quiet and non-smoking. Our room was actually a full one bedroom apartment, complete with a washer/dryer. There is a small pool on the 5th floor. Quiet place to take a dip and read a book. There is a lovely spa on the 4th floor. I had two wonderful massages there. Hotel staff was very pleasant. Eva at the front desk was particularly attentive.

WOW...the Platinum is even better than indicated in the great reviews on Tripadvisor! We've stayed in every major Vegas property during the past 15 years and Platinum was beyond our expectations. Until our recent stay at Platinum, we thought MGM Signature was the best buy on the Strip...no more!

The accomodations are at least twice as large as typical Vegas hotel rooms. Get a "Princess" unit, which is over 1,000 square feet with a separate bedroom, living room and kitchen. It has a big screen plasma TV, a huge jacuzzi tub for two, a fireplace, a washer/dryer, not to mention a full kitchen with all appliances!

The rooms are clean and modern and our experiences at the bar and restaurant were great. There is a very hip and lively feel to the entire property. There is a nice fitness room and there is also an indoor and outdoor pool, which is not very common at the other Vegas properties! We had a lot of fun any time we were using the hotel amenities during our stay.

Try to get a room on the 10th floor or higher and definitely pay extra for a Strip view. You will have an outdoor balcony with a table and seating for 4. The view of the Strip at night from the balcony or the living room is amazing!

The Platinum is a very short walk to the Strip. In fact, it's about 5 minute walk to the Monorail or the back entrance to Bally's. From there, you can get anywhere you want very easily.

As someone who has stayed at Wynn, Bellagio, Venetian, Mandalay and every other top Vegas property, I can assure you that the Platinum will easily meet or exceed your expectations. I would especially recommend the Platinum to anyone staying more than 2 or 3 days on the Strip.

Hope this review helps!

Stayed here for 1 night a couple of weeks ago after a driving tour of the Southwest & was not dissapointed. We had a great view from our balcony on one of the highest floors, looking out towards the strip. The suite was very spacious and felt more like an apartment than a hotel room. Less than 10 mins walk to the strip. We stayed at the Signature @ MGM Grand for a few nights at the start of the trip & in terms of value for money, room quality & service it is very difficult to choose between the two hotels as they were both great.