I enjoy staying downtown only because there are a lot of Hawaii visitors there. We usually stay at the Main Street Station or California Hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was good, clean, spacious. We weren't here for the view, so looking out the window at another building was fine. The bathroom was big, but the sink had a ring of pink (bacteria?) in the caulking and the faucet had crusty build up, which wasn't noticeable until you looked from the bottom.

Filthy and really dirty Hotel rooms.The Rooms smell really bad.I would wish to know Other bad reviews so that I would never go to that California Hotel and Casino again.

If you are a chain-smoking non-coffee drinker, then you may love this place. I do not smoke, and I love coffee, so The California Hotel and Casino was just a place I wouldn't want to stay again. There are coffee makers in all the suites, but not in the regular rooms. When I asked the front desk why no coffee makers, they stated that coffee makers are a fire hazard. That doesn't make sense to me. No working wifi, our key did not work for the pool area, and the elevators were always broken. One elevator sign was always stuck on the number thirteen and had a black cat as the digital picture. I am not superstitious, but that did creep me out a bit. There were two small refrigerators in the room, but one did not work. We will be checking out early.

The Californis Hotel is my go-to when I want a reliable gaming getaway in Las Vegas. Here you will feel a strong Hawaii-esque influence as many of the guests are older folks from Hawaii. The rooms and bathrooms are clean, although the furniture and plumbing are showing their age. Be aware that not all the electtical outlets work, especially USB charging ports. The front desk and bell staff are friendly and helpful, as is the housekeeping staff. I always am pleased to be greeted with a “Good morning” from the housekeeper. There are decent restaurants on the premises and in the nearby Main Street hotel which adjoins the Cal via an enclosed walkway.The casino is smoky and populated by older Hawaii folks. Dealers can be a bit cold, although there are enough exceptions to make the gaming fun-enough. Cocktail staff is reponsive and reliable. Because of the makeup of the patrons, this casino feels safer than others I have visited.

On June 14 around 5:15 PM, I experienced something deeply upsetting at the California Hotel in Las Vegas. I’ve worked in this city my entire life—over 60 years—in nearly every area of hospitality: from fountain worker, stocker, porter, and barista to supervisor. I understand the importance of treating all guests and workers with dignity.That’s why I was shocked when a security guard approached me twice and said, “I just want to let you know I’m keeping an eye on you.” I had just gotten off work, wearing my clean-cut work uniform, and was waiting for the bus like I’ve done for over a year. Sometimes I grab a snack, ice cream, or use the restroom at the hotel. I always act respectfully and politely. Also, for the record, I don’t even gamble there. I usually just stop in to grab a snack or use the restroom while waiting for my bus. I’ve avoided their casino because I’ve always lost money there.There was no reason for this comment. I did nothing wrong. I’m not seeking a freebie—just accountability. The guard in question appeared to be an Asian American male, about 5’8”, around 40 years old. I’ve witnessed other questionable interactions involving him that made me wonder about bias. I won’t assume his intent, but the impact of his words was clear: I was singled out unfairly.This kind of behavior should concern management and future guests alike. I hope it is addressed appropriately.