I've been asking around for similar Vegas advice.

http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/sh...age=3&vc=1

I stayed at Imperial Palace last year, didn't like it. I'm considering the Golden Nugget this year, the place located downtown, closer to Binion's. You pretty much have to catch a cab to get on the main strip from there. Priceline.com has comparable prices, travelzoo.com has last minute deals I think.