Key Points:
- Treasure Island’s Petite Suite is the “entry-level” option, starting at under $175/nt, offering 630 SF.
- The suite’s layout is unlike anything I’ve seen in Vegas, with 2 separate bathrooms off the entryway.
- She’s showing her age, but it’s a large room and a good value for the $219 I paid.
Treasure Island holds a special place in my heart as the first hotel I stayed at in Las Vegas.
It was right after college, and my wife and I (not understanding Vegas) booked an 8-night stay, which is about 5 nights too many.
I was out of money, energy, and needed to take a couple of “sober days” in the middle of the trip. Lessons were learned.
That said, fond memories hit me like a ton of bricks every time I walk in.
Things like playing blackjack and sucking down rum & cokes at 9 am as my wife “got ready” for the day, wondering why there was an adult baby in Mystère (I still have no freaking clue), and I still crave that overpowering scent (which has since changed).
It was our home base for years.
While I stop back into TI often, this was my first stay in over a decade. I decided to treat myself, upgrading to their least expensive suite.
Room, Cost, and Check-In
My Petite King Suite set me back $219.28 after fees and tax, which is about where this suite starts. Off-peak, you can get into one for under $175. They also come in a 2 queen variant.
Standard non-suite rooms start at $69/nt after fees, and they’re a good deal.
I’ll never forget the first time I saw this porte cochere. I loved it then, and I love it now.
Treasure Island offers automated kiosks, which I used. But I still stopped by the registration desk. Man, I’ll never forget the excitement I felt in this spot, checking into my first-ever hotel in Vegas.
Treasure Island Petite Suite Review
On my way to my 7th-floor suite, I was impressed by the condition of the elevator lobbies & hallways. Easily one of my favorite budget-friendly hotels on the Strip (standard rooms start at $69).
There was precisely zero prior research done before booking the suite, and I found it interesting that there were 2 separate bathrooms on either side of the sizable entryway.
Not sure I’ve ever seen that before.
More on those bathrooms to come.
The room is an odd shape with some weird angles, but has an agreeable decor strategy and feels nice without being over-the-top fancy.
The wall art depicted desert landscapes that looked, to my untrained eye, like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area or Valley of Fire State Park (both worthy day trips from Las Vegas).
The bed-to-TV angle wasn’t ideal. It’s a great TV – Crisp, with a modern on-screen guide, and it swivels out. That said, I prefer my TV directly in front of me.
Not a huge deal.
It was mounted above a work desk with a charge bank on the back edge.
Another odd angle was this couch, which blocks off at least 8 square feet of potential space behind it.
There was an empty fridge, and the metal ice bucket/plastic cup combination suggests you’re in a nice room… but not that nice.
The bathroom situation is wild, and I would’ve loved to be a fly on the wall during the design discussions.
Bathroom #1 had a shower, a toilet, and a single-sink vanity.
Bathroom #2, across the hallway, had a jetted bathtub, a toilet, and a single-sink vanity.
One last note. This was the coldest hotel room I’ve ever had in Las Vegas. I always dial that thermostat down, but never has a room gotten THAT frigid.
Thank goodness they had extra blankets stocked 🙂
What’s Not to Like?
When I review hotels, I give you the whole story, not just the good, so that you can make a more informed decision.
While the suite was in admirable shape overall, there were some rough edges.
While the tabletop and baseboards have seen better days, the rest of the room was in good shape and was impressively clean.
TI Resort Experience
Food & Drink
Restaurants at Treasure Island include Gilley’s BBQ, The Coffee Shop, Pho-Vietnamese, Pizzaria Francesco’s, and Golden Circle, where I settled in to watch a World Cup game.
My Philly cheesesteak & fries set me back $19, came out immediately, and was pretty unimpressive.
The sandwich was scalding hot, and the meat seemed a bit overdone with crispy edges, as if it might have been sitting out for a while.
The fries were barely above room temperature.
That, and having to shell out $11 for a domestic pint, while normal for Vegas, isn’t enough for me to prioritize another visit.
On a previous visit, my brother and I visited The Coffee Shop, a breakfast & lunch joint open daily until 2 pm, and ordered the $19 pancake tower.
I posted it on social media, and it was eviscerated by the masses as being a bad deal.
Look. I’m not claiming it’s “cheap”, but I thought it was a fine value. I couldn’t finish it, and that price is pretty consistent for a spot like this.
ameriCAN, a bar specializing in canned beer, has moved into their new home at TI. They were formerly along the LINQ Promenade.
There’s nothing overly spectacular about the drink prices. Cans and 16oz draft beer start at $8, and cocktails $16. It’s worth mentioning, if only because of their mock Oval Office photo-op.
They even have a presidential podium out front where you can get a pic.
The Pool
TI’s pool is the type of pool that exists, but doesn’t excite. It’s good for a dip, and the hot tub is sizable.
Despite not being one of the best pools on the Strip, it’ll always make me smile.
Back on my inaugural trip, I jumped in, realizing mid-air that my iPhone was in my pocket (this was before phones were waterproof). Had to raw dog the rest of the trip, phoneless.
The scene of the crime:
The Casino
There’s more to like about TI’s casino than the theming elements, which is still fun. Table games also double as affordable & not a ripoff.
They were dealing $10 6:5 blackjack on hybrid tables with live dealers and betting screens (skip this game), $15 3:2 blackjack, craps, roulette, and carnival games.
Set amongst the slots is a stadium configuration with a live dealer that offers $3 3:2 blackjack – Play this instead of that $10 6:5 game.
The Verdict on the Petite Suite at TI Las Vegas
It isn’t perfect. There are some weird angles, the baseboards have seen better days, and it’s a bit dark for my tastes.
That said, it was immaculate, sizable, and the 2-bathroom setup, while strange, could come in handy.
Jetted 2-person tubs are also a rarity in Las Vegas.
Like Treasure Island’s standard rooms, the Petite King Suite is a good value starting at under $175/nt. I certainly enjoyed my stay.
I’m a former software salesman turned Vegas aficionado. While the craps table is my preferred habitat, I pull myself away to explore new attractions, shows, restaurants, and outdoor activities around Las Vegas with the intent of sharing my experiences.
Ultimately, I just want to help folks plan a better trip and save a few bucks in the process.