I just returned from a weekend stay at the Meridian. I was wary about staying off the strip at this development as one of the reviews stated in was "filthy". The funny thing is that I just read a review of another person disputing this.

Well, here is my take. The location is very good and the rooms are very well appointed. However, outside of the rooms, yes the place is not very clean. The spacious pool area is amazing. However, the pool cushions are really dirty. (You must lay towels down on the cushions to avoid sitting on dirt) The pool decking is really dirty and did not want to walk barefoot on it. The bbq's at the pool are just plain disgusting and would never in a million years cook on them.

The other thing that was real disturbing was that I stayed on the 4th floor and the flooring is just unsightly. All the paint is peeling and coming up and it looks like the floor has not been swept in years. Just plain unacceptable. (The same garbage was on the floor for the 3 days I was there and was never picked up)

Another comment prior said it perfectly......If they can straighten out the cleanliness issues on the property, this place would really be a hidden treasure as no other property near the strip can duplicate the spacious feel of the property.

We booked a two-bedroom, two-bath suite at the Meridian through a deal found on Hotwire (Promotional code PROM1 on Meridian's reservations page).

After checking in, driving to our end of the complex, and lugging our bags upstairs from the garage, we discovered that our keys did not work. We called the front desk and were told they would send a bellman over with new keys. Thirty minutes later we called again and were told that it would be faster to walk over and grab new keys ourselves.

Service at the Meridian is next to non-existent. Housekeeping didn't clean our suite while we were out. You're basically renting an apartment with full-amenities and then you're on your own. Don't expect to be treated like you would at a casino/resort.

Staying off-Strip has its advantages (it's quiet) and disadvantages (no cabs!). On Saturday, we called the front desk and asked for help calling two cabs. We waited for 30 minutes and never saw one. We ended up trying to hail a cab from the Koval gate of the complex and were able to hail just one. The Strip is walking distance but if you must take a cab, you're better off walking over to the Westin Casuarina's taxi stand across the street.

The suites were fully equipped with a washer/dryer and all kitchen utensils and appliances (including a blender!). Beware, however, of dishes in the cabinet. We pulled out a couple of dishes with food still stuck to them!

The Meridian website claims that the 2 bed/2 bath suite has "private baths for each bedroom" but we found that only the master bath is private. The second bathroom is a guest bath located just outside the second bedroom. Floorplans and layout vary from suite to suite.

The decor is nice, the beds are comfy, the towels are plush, and showers are the BIG, rain-type. Lighting, however, is a problem. The suites are dark and have little artificial lighting. Our 2 bed/2 bath did not have a desk.

The pool was not heated. And by the way, the continental breakfast is not free. It's $1 per item. You're better off driving to the Albertson's down the street.

This is an excellent place to stay if you don't want the craziness of the strip but want to be close to the strip. I just stayed here at the beginning of May (2008) for 3 nights. We had booked a studio apartment for $109/night (a special I found on the internet) and they upgraded us to a 1 bedroom apartment. Wow!!! What a deal. Compared to the standard hotel room, this place is definetly luxurious with a cute little dining/living area, fully equipped and very attractive kitchen, plush furnishings (the bed was sooo comfortable!), flat screen TVs, ipod docking station, AND a balcony (we ate breakfast there every morning). Where else can you get a deal like this close to the strip??!

A recent reviewer called it dirty!!?? I am dumbfounded by this accusation. This is something I always pay close attention to anywhere I go. Admittedly the pool lounges could use some updated cushions but other than that the pool area was a nice little haven. I sat in the jacuzzi and did not feel like it was dirty at all. The pool was heated and well maintained. There was beautiful landscaping around the pool. As far as the hallways and common areas, they were also very well-maintained (NOT dirty!). I am into being CLEAN and staying in a CLEAN and well-maintained facility. Our apartment was thoroughly cleaned every day and any employee I saw was always working hard to keep the place looking great.

I would rate this complex as Above Average (I would have given it Excellent ratings if the pool lounge cushions were updated and better maintained). But ya know, for the price, this place really can't be beat and I don't know how anybody could complain!

Underground/covered parking is a wonderful plus! Easy access to main roads and we felt very secrue as its a gated complex.

Location was good for us but we never walked to the strip. Honestly, I was a little bit surprised at the distance...its definately in walking distance but keep in mind its 2-3 gigantic blocks from the strip with several alleys and side roads in between the complex and the Blvd. Depending on where your accomodations are, it might take several minutes to just get to the main road outside the complex. I would say closer to a 15 minute walk to the strip. We always drove up to Imperial Palace (our friends were staying there) and used the valet. You already end up doing so much walking when you are on the strip and valet parking is free (just tip $1-2 when your car is returned), it just seemed more convenient.

My wife and I just returned from Las Vegas after staying at the Meridian Luxury Suites. What a wonderful place. It's quiet and well kept. The rooms are absolutely fabulous! The room has a modern kitchen with all of the amenities. In also had designer furniture, flat screen TV's in the living and bedroom. Marble countertops and tile floors. Even coordinated couch pillows!
They truly give you the 'luxury' in Luxury Suites. The pool area was very nice. They have a couple of tennis courts. The whole 'community' is security gated. Just a 5 to 10 minute walk from the Strip. Underground parking. I can't say enough about the venue. The staff was extremely nice and helpful. Once again, it's quiet!! No gambling machines, etc.. on the premises. If you want to pay high prices and be part of the herd on the strip .. then don't stay here. If you want to relax and then go out to the tourist spots when you have the urge .. definitely stay here! Will stay here again and again! Thank you Meridian!