The look of the buildings is vaguely Victorian, Coney Island, turn-of-the-century San Francisco... oh, I don't know what it is but it's nice. The casino has very high ceilings with colorful stained glass lights that help to cheer it up. Since this is a locals' place, there are more video poker machines than slots (or at least it seems that way), plus a large bingo hall, keno, a poker room, a race and sports book, and more.

The rooms are hotel standard in terms of layout (bathroom on the right or left when you enter, then beds, then window) and amenities, but the furnishings are comfy. Each includes hair dryers, wireless Internet, room service, and more. They are bright and airy, which helps to distract from the lack of luxurious extras.

There are lots of amusements here including several restaurants, a great (and enormously popular) buffet, a showroom, a 13-screen movie theater, a bowling alley, and an outdoor amphitheater. Service is top-notch and everyone I dealt with was incredibly friendly, except for one blackjack dealer who made me mad by lecturing me when I split two jacks. Okay, maybe it wasn't the smartest move, but I had a gut instinct and I wound up winning both hands. So there, nyah.

Prices can go as low as $37 per night and will rarely break $100. If I need to tell you how good of a deal that is in Vegas, you haven't been paying attention.

The location is the only major drawback that I see with this place. You'll have to get a rental car (which I recommend anyway) to get to the major tourist attractions, or take a cab and pay a lot do so.

Sunset Station will probably never be any tourist's main destination but it is a great alternative if things on The Strip are too expensive and a fun side trip to see another side of Vegas.

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