Award-winning, five-star, luxury hotel is Las Vegas - so did I have high expectations? No. \n\nI told myself I would not fall for the usual 5-star hotel scam that is presented to everyone at Vegas. As mentioned in my earlier reviews of Aria and Bellagio, I had high expectations going in and feelings of disappointment coming out. I concluded at least, at the time, that there is no such thing as a genuine 5-star hotel in Las Vegas, they were all shams pretending to be luxury, pretending to be service, and all fell victim to the same cheap facade you get from Sin City. \n\n.......then THANK GOD I WENT TO ENCORE. Savior of my dreams, hopes, and aspirations of one day enjoying a real, decently-priced, 5-star luxury hotel in Las Vegas. I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel and there is no down moment or weak point in which i can point out. So if there is no criticism, then lets welcome the praise:\n\nService:\n\nThey do what they promise. Enough said. They are like other high-end establishments and give you the sights (professional looking staff) and sounds (\"welcome Mr. ___, how can i help you today?) that you will expect. However, the difference, the key to staying in Encore is that behind the greetings, the staff really does follow-through. Everything from requested slippers, clean-up, punctuality, - it's all at Encore. Another fine point is that when you call to request a service or item, they never rush you off the phone, they ALWAYS say \"is there anything else I can help you with Mr._____.\" Furthermore, my gf repeatedly left a tip in the form of cash on the table for the cleaning lady each day, but they refused to take it (or believe it was their tip!). A cleaning staff that is absolutely professional, courteous, and not tip-hungry?! Unbelievable. Welcome to Encore.\n\nAccommodations:\n\nI had originally booked the standard suite through a Southwest Vacation package (which was hell of a deal btw), but when I got to the front desk, I opted for the extra 25/night upgrade to a Panoramic Suite. Wow was the 25 bucks/night worth it! - We essentially got boosted up from lower levels (5-10) to the 57th floor! Our view included the whole Las Vegas BLVD strip and beyond. It was breathtaking. \n\nThe room itself is very nice, as well. While maybe I couldve wanted a little more decoration and less white wall, but honestly I cannot complain. There is a separate living room (with a desk, couch) and separate bedroom (that shares a swiveling 40in HDTV). The bed was comfortable, the flat panel TV worked in HD as advertised, the bathroom was clean, modern, luxurious, and spacious. The bathroom also included the totally unnecessary, but totally cool mini TV screen. \n\nThe only thing missing was the famous Encore slippers, but I simply requested them on the phone and it arrived in prompt order. This is probably the only hotel I've heard of that has not only really nice complimentary slippers, but a different type for men and women. Talk about attention to detail. The luxurious amenities were all there: robes, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, shoe shiner, nail filer, etc etc etc - everything you need and more. \n\nOverall, i was absolutely impressed with my stat at this hotel. Everything was pinpoint and my usual critical self was not disappointed at all during my 4 night stay. I will DEFINITELY come here again. Save me a room Encore!