The rooms now include updated amenities, furnishings and renovated bathrooms. The Gold Coast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas has a casino with over 1,500 slot machines and 40 table games. Just a short drive or shuttle ride away, The LINQ Promenade offers a lively outdoor space with shopping, dining, and attractions. The free-form pool isn't huge, but it's clean and pleasant, with palm trees and views of red-tiled roofs lending it an almost Mediterranean feel. It's certainly more pleasant than the under-landscaped pool at Harrah's.The small gym next to the pool isn't spectacular, but it's nice enough and it's free -- a rarity in a town where most hotels charge at least $20 for a daily gym pass. Whether you’re looking for great gaming, affordable dining, or a low-key spot to unwind, the Gold Coast has you covered. Besides the addition of 32-inch Philips flat-screen televisions, the modest standard rooms haven't been renovated since the hotel opened in the 1980s. Decor is dated -- cottage-cheese ceilings, yellow faux-marble wallpaper, and pine-veneer furniture. At 360 square feet, the standard room is average size for a low-priced Vegas hotel. For another $20 to $30, guests can update to Premium rooms, which are the same size but were thoroughly renovated in July 2006.One big problem with the room is that the cramped bathroom isn't fully separated from the rest of the room. While the toilet and shower/tub are behind a door, the sink is out in the open, creating little privacy. Guests willing to spend that extra cash can get more bang for their buck at the Tuscany Suites Casino.Mattresses are adequate, but they're topped with scratchy sheets and cheap pillows.
