I Stayed at a Las Vegas Strip Hotel You've Never Heard Of 

After leaving my room to check out at the front desk, I did get to meet the couple who owns the property. They were great! If you meet them, chances are that you will like them as well.

I went there by groupon accident to buy breakfast last december, and I was absolutely disgusted at the condition of the property. So to see 4 months later the transformation is a shock to the system. I am glad that a small independant owner has the chance to make such a change an impact. Definatly not for everyone, but I am very glad to see this change.

With respect, $169 is crazy.

I have to laugh - the enthusiasm you're giving to them putting a PLASTIC plant on a garbage can. Adorable!

Very nice to see people turn a dump into something promising and put their heart into it. Sure, it's not for everyone - but neither are the giant resorts that can be difficult to navigate for some. I could see my old fashioned grand parents or anyone with mobility issues loving this place because you can pull the car right up to the room and it's a clean and simple place to stay the night. Seems like a great deal if you wanted to rent out the property and throw a party or event on a budget!

Jacob I give you props for showing a family run small business!! I will definitely check it out when I come into town.

I hope they succeed. I love rooting for the local mom & pop places. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks for this info, Jacob. It is certainly refreshing to see something like this in LV. However, I think the $169 price is a bit steep, considering that this is really a motel, not a "hotel". I can stay at Four Queens in downtown for about $60/night, also with no RF and free parking, and I can eat cheap in that area, which would still cost me well under $169 per day (plus tax). Also, the lack of security and a room safe are important concerns for me. I guess it's good for some people but not for others. It all depends on someone's taste, the type of accommodation they prefer, and at which location they want to be.

I really love little boutique hotels like this but it makes me think of Palm Springs where these types of hotels really thrive. I hope they find success in Las Vegas.

This is a nice review. For those looking to support small biz, have a car, and don't mind lack of pool/casino/gym, etc...it might be okay. Normally I'd say that's a crazy price for this place (I was there last week), but if you figure in breakfast for two (in Vegas, $30), happy hour snack ($20 for two), parking ($20/night), and average resort fee ($40), the room itself comes out to be around $59/night. The pros I see is the souvenir shop he showed in video actually has ATV tours and other fun stuff you can sign up for and be picked up right there. Also, if you are a smoker or have pets, this might be a good option...The cons are the area is kinda sketch, with some 'interesting folks', especially after dark (safety for me would be a concern). As a comparison, we stayed a bit North at Hooter's Hotel/Casino (in a bit better location/security to get up to rooms) that included free pool/fitness center/bottled water. Our room was a two queen, vegas strip view for $75/night (including tax/resort fees), which to me was a better choice. But I don't believe they allow pets, and parking is an additional fee. So weigh your options, do your research, and have fun :)

My first trip to Vegas was with my family nearly 60 years ago. And when I fly across the country, it's to stay at one of those megaresorts. But I think it's great that you've given some publicity to some business people who have creatively redeveloped a portion of the strip. The property looks great. Keep up the good work.

Good video, Jacob. But, honestly, as I was watching I was checking and comparing some midweek rates for Vegas hotels online and Nirvana is a bit pricey in my humble opinion. Some of the larger hotels come in way less expensive, even with the "scam" resort fees added in. While it looks like the owners have done a nice job with the property, I think I would opt for one of the larger hotels, or even an AirBNB (which is what I'm doing in October for TwitchCon Vegas) for a better value. Also, sitting on cushions and eating on top of a shipping pallet doesn't really seem like a high-end amenity for guests. And SunnyD in the breakfast basket instead of legit orange juice? Hard pass on the SunnyD.

The work they did on this property is astonishing. Not convinced all the plants they have out will survive the Vegas summer, but very nice. Great video Jacob!!!

We need more videos like this. I love what they’ve done with the place!

So heartwarming to see a small family owned and operated hotel new on the strip. The personality they've added is awesome, and you can really see how it is in stark contrast to all those huge corporate owned hotels that stimulate every of your senses to squeeze every penny out of your pocket. Honest small business, love to see more of that in the future!

I love it when spaces and buildings like these are reinvigorated instead of torn down. It’s nice that it’s a family owned business I wish them all the best! Thank you Jacob!😬🥳

God bless these folks! I hope they make a great dent in the hotel world in Las Vegas. Such a nice concept…obviously a project close to the hearts of the owners. 💕

It's nice to know that something like this still exists in LV. I like how you said everything was very clean, walking distance to mega casinos and the cute food truck and gift shop next door. However, the price was a little high and not having a pool in LV is a deterrent. Thanks for the tour.

Just got back from a 3 night, mid-week stay at Delano. Two room, 1 1/2 bath suite, comped, about $60 a night fees and taxes. I don't understand how a little motel can survive when you can stay at The Four Queens $45/ night , no resort fee, many other places $50 plus fees mid-week without gambling.

Nicely done, Jacob. Loved the eerie intro and your audio choices get better all the time. Kudos to the folks who poured their all into this place. $169/night is more than I’d pay but it does keep the riff-raff away.

Awesome review like always! Definitely going to stay here next time I’m in town. Love the mom and pop feel. The breakfast in bed is a definite game changer and the zen garden is an amazing touch.

Great job as usual Jacob❣️👍👍❣️ Thank you for a very natural and honest you, my husband and I love watching all your videos for that reason. You do a great job on giving us all ideas on each restaurant and hotels you feature here it definitely helps a lot. Keep up the good work we always look forward for a new video 🥰❤️

Thanks for sharing a Mom & Pop place. I sincerely hope they do great and prosper!! Peeps like that deserve the best!! The big boys wished their places were as clean as this place!!

That's great that people are stepping up to make vegas better

How adorable! It’s what I imagined Johnny Rose from Schitt’s Creek intended when he ended up franchising the Rose Motel at the end of the series. I really hope they’re able to succeed in their refreshing venture on the Strip!

Love the video! Great review, I am glad you are helping out this couple to promote their hotel, specially because they have made such a positive impact on the area!

I love this video Jacob. So wonderful using your influence to promote a wonderful Small Business in Vegas. This video made me hungry. Looks like a great place to stay. Cheers!

these are the type of hotel properties I'd like to support! Great Review on this hidden gem Jacob!

I love the personal touches. It seems they did a lot of the work themselves. They put a lot of love into that property. I come to Vegas all the time. I might consider to stay one night to try out the amenities. That breakfast basket is such a unique touch as well.

A video that actually shows something I haven't seen before....well done!

Great video! I didn't know about this. Also, being across from Mandalay you have access to the free tram service that takes you to Excalibur, so I think that helps out it's location. Also, right next door is Sayulitas Mexican, one of my favorite local mexican joints that serves HUGE portions

I loved seeing your happiness when they gave you a fresh breakfast it was so genuine it made me smile too!😊❤

Dude you are totally cutting edge. In the world of Journalism, you just scooped every other RU-vidr. Outstanding!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉

Great Vid! I hope that these owners do some great business! The place looks great, the garden area was really cool and just the little things they did were awesome to see!

Very nice it's great to see a local owner on the strip I wish them much success. And .thank you Jacob for posting this.

So awesome that you did a review that will end up helping this small business. I appreciate the fact you didn't accept that your food be comped to keep your review honest. The trust factor is big for me. Another channel I used to watch, AllYouCanVegas, started doing videos at expensive restaurants to which to they gave glowing reviews. Only if you took the time to look in the description was it mentioned that those meals were comped. At that point it's no longer a review but a paid commercial. Much respect to you for your integrity.

Wasn't a big fan of your's in the begining... but watching you and your videos evolve, to now seeing this... how you have gone above and beyond to highlight this lil gem on the strip... all I can say is "Bravo"... good for them and you...

I like your detailed reviews. I think you could make a dump look like a vacation destination! It’s your passion and excitement for each and every detail… 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Thank you for the review, always nice to know about the little places

There's a few commenters who would rather stay at one of the mega hotels for the same or less price but consider that it may not be for everyone. Personally I would rather stay at a smaller place. I don't enjoy parking my car in a mega garage and walking long distances to an elevator and then through a smoky casino to get to the Check In desk....and then WAIT in a long line for the check in process to begin. The ease of parking at this establishment is heaven! Yes it may cost more but a free happy hour snack and drink AND breakfast delivered to the room makes it worth it in my opinion. I was happy to see your recent video on The Tuscany, another hotel I would choose for the ease of parking. Thanks Jacob for including these types of hotels in your reviews, not everyone loves the mega hotels.

Nicely done 🎉😅 Always good to give the Mom and Pop business a helping hand.

I enjoyed this video more than any of your others I've seen. Wishing the owners continued success in transforming the area.

So cool that they remodeled the old hotel! Looks very nice and hope your video helps put out there their place!

Reminds me of an ancient motel I stayed at in the Appalachian mountains a few. Cleanest most comfortable room ever. But when i turned on the ancient TV with every cable channel in the world offered, it was an old B&W TV. But for $18 a night who cared. Cleanest and most comfortable motel bed I ever slept in.

Jacob, Thank you for sharing this amazing new place in Las Vegas. I've only been to Vegas once, loved it. So I enjoy your videos. From Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 🎰🎲

What a nice place and a great review. Subscribed just to let you know how much I appreciated this review on places to stay in Vegas. Thumbs up to you Jacob.

Ok! I'm impressed! Thank you for showing this! Gotta book this one this summer! Keep the airconitioner on, I will be staying soon!

Great find Jacob. Also, I just noticed your 159K subs great job. I remember when you were just at 10k, I hope you are able to just make a living doing these videos. They are great and unique.

Looks nice and as you said, great attention to details

Wow! Great video and review! And great personal touches at the property….

This looks EXACTLY like my kind of place to stay, and with it being so close to Mandalay its perfect for me. I already have a really nice Airbnb for this years Vegas vacation but for 2024 I will 100% give this place a stay. :]

That was really good J.O, you have a knack at this. I really enjoyed your commentary review.

I enjoy all your Vegas Videos Jacob .. Thank you information which I never knew! 😊

Excellent video Jacob! Keep them coming👍🏼

Vast improvement over what it was before! I hope it inspires others to do the same with similar plots of abandoned land. p.s. Hope Cinedome 12 in Henderson is still there. I like that movie theater complex.

High Five for profiling this small business hotel. The food truck info was great too.

The breakfast in bed is not bad, I thought it'd be a fancier faire but you could have easily paid $30 for all those items at any of the coffee shops in the casinos. Thanks for the review, I'll keep in my radar👍

Wow Jacobo, good one, I have never imagined that this would be so nice and clean.

You find the most interesting spots. great video 👏

Have watched several of your vids and just subscribed today. Great hotel review! If I ever venture out to Vegas, I definitely want to stay at Nirvana. Keep the vids coming!

"the Bellagio conservatory is fine, but have you seen this zen garden with a food truck?" - no one ever

One of the and one of your best reviews. Nice

Cmon now. I'm all for helping out the locals but lets call it what it is. This is a renovated motel. Even with free breakfast and happy hour, I feel it is slightly over priced.

Hello Jacob, love, love this video. My friend and I seen you Saturday a.m. June 3, walk in front of our car at the light next to Circus Circus. OMG!, that’s Jacob! Ohhh, look it’s Jacob and there he goes. Later that day we went to our reserved room and it was absolutely horrid. Unfinished building construction or renovation, rooms did not look like pictures, flooring smelled like bleach with a film on it, bathroom was gross and dark couldn’t use, door to room had a gap, not secure, then I spotted bed bugs on base board. So we literally ran out back to car after spraying each of our bags with a generous amount of Lysol…..shivers! We remembered this video and ran to Nirvana and it was an absolute Godsend. No exaggeration, it was absolutely spotless, super clean and smelled like heaven, WOW! Luxurious comfort and breakfast yum, a big hug and thank you to you Jacob and to the owners of Nirvana.

Very cool, happy to see something like that takeover a derelict space in lieu of another huge casino going up. Hope they are very successful! TY Sir

.NO SMOKING ALLOWED!! YES! I love that they put their money down to improve that area!! Bravo support these folks! The breakfast was very nice and the improvement out doors is good for groups staying in the evening. Love the idea of holding a wedding their too. The food truck is awesome too! Of course they want to make their money back, silly people! Free parking, no resort fee, walking distance to the tram across the street it's all good! The lemon defuser is a great touch! And Clean clean ROOMS!

Thanks for sharing. I visit the Pinball Hall of Fame when in town. I remember walking by this area. Will def bookmark the location for future visits.

Thanks Jacob for sharing this little gem.

Whoa I remember that area 15 years ago, I didn't know it was refreshed and I stayed at Mandalay Bay 2 months ago. Guess I wasn't looking for it thinking it was still rundown. I'll have to check it out one! Thanks Jacob!

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing something OTHER than the monster resorts on the strip!! xoxo

Thanks for this vlog. I’ll need to check out this property. Have an amazing week! Ciao. 2023.

This place is so dope, thanks for showing us :)

Thanks for sharing this property. Going to have to check it out in the future.

Wow! Great find and review. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Great video! it reminds me of The Havana Cabana in Key west, FL! Great boutique hotel with a food truck but very very expensive!

Great video on that sweet spot! GOOD VIBES 👍

Nice to see that management there has done such a great job revitalizing that place.. Good for them!

Great video! It's seems like a nice place to stay even if some people might think that it's not really the "Vegas Experience". It will be a challenge to do the proper upkeep and keep it in the clean and pristine condition that it is in now. Also considering they are new I hope that over time they don't have to eliminate some of their unique amenities because they caused too many problems like theft and damage. What about security? Are there no safes in these rooms that have individual outside entrances? May it draw the right crowd and not a lot of problem guests. A place like this would be wonderful in a small town in front of a lake or ocean beach. Wishing they can make it in Vegas.

As Usual you are one of the Best or should I say Simply The Best blogger in Las Vegas. Great content

I love this! It seems like a cute little place! I’ll have to check it out next time I’m in town!

That little motel was always my first stop when I hit Vegas. Loved sitting at the picnic table.

This was so special, loved it.

Great video….the breakfast place behind the souvenir store is great too…we actually ate there twice in the week we were in Las Vegas last month. I’m assuming they are the same owners too…

I'll definitely give this place a try soon -- thanks.

Hi, Jacob..., "WOW" ! ! Definitely going into my ( Las Vegas Notebook ) of important information... * Excellent video and very informative and "Thank you" for sharing the video... I am a little in SHOCK ! ! * Jacob..., thank you for sharing the video on the "Nirvana Hotel"... Your friend always.., Mike in Montana "Semper Fi" :)

Great Video and a real feel good story. Usually stay downtown from UkKbut would seriously consider this property

Great review!! Also the little dance!! LOL ...

Great reporting man. You’re a professional

Good vlig. Didn't know this existed. Ty for sharing mr. Jacob 😁

Very informational video. Looks like a nice hotel.

I hope they do well with this! While I'm not sure it's for me (especially given that I enjoy more of the glitz and glamour of Vegas) I could see this appealing to quite a few people. Pricing is high, but they do only have 25 rooms and it's the only "boutique motel" I'm aware of basically on the strip (at least south of the Strat area) so I'm not terribly surprised that they're pricing it high. The "room service" breakfast and a happy hour being included definitely helps (plenty of Vegas resorts would charge $50 after all the fees for that breakfast delivered to the room!) plus no resort fees and being able to park (for free) close to the room will appeal to plenty of travelers - hopefully enough that they can fill the property most nights! Also interesting to hear that they'll rent the entire place out to a party - I could see that being a fun way to have a wedding or medium-sized event! Seems like the perfect atmosphere for that sort of event, and I don't know of too many other places in Vegas where you could do that.

Good job Jacob. Amazing turnaround in a short timeframe. Would like more info about security on the property, though. 🤔

If those walls could talk lol 😬 awesome video. Thanks for sharing this hidden gem.

Cool property Jacob. Thanks for reviewing this gem.

It very cool that they renovated that place😊 $169 a night seems a little steep as it’s really a motel. The outdoor space is really nice. My personal preference is more the glitz that the large resorts offer. Thx for the interesting video!

When you can get your alcohol and a stun gun in the same place!!??!!! Finally, a business man with a head on his shoulders!!! Good video! Great hotel, seems like a wonderful option to the normal run of the mill hotels on the strip. Thanks

It looks really well cared for, I want to give it a try!!

greta job boasting these local owned hotels. Im really enjoying the direction you are going with this channel.

This place looks amazing to stay at! I would have definitely stayed there over the Excalibur last year when I went but I don’t think it was ready yet 😢

We watched them starting work on the zen garden in Feb when we stayed at Mandalay Bay. They have made it into a really amazing place