Travelodge Center Strip

It's all about location, location, location at Travelodge Center Strip. This budget hotel has a truly terrific spot smack dab in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. It's within walking distance (and we mean a matter of minutes, not a trek that requires a bottle of water and an energy bar) from several of the city's most popular resorts.

Here, let's run down what you'll see in the immediate perimeter of Travelodge Center Strip (the list reads like a veritable who's who of Vegas hotels and attractions): Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino with its Miracle Mile Shops, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Aria, The Shops at Crystals, Mandarin Oriental and Monte Carlo. And the Harley-Davidson Cafe is situated right next door -- just steps away (we'd estimate 25, if you take big ones).

Amenity-wise, if you book your stay at Travelodge Center Strip expecting the basics, then you'll be quite satisfied. The rooms are simple in terms of décor but still comfortable and include the two things most of us need to survive: wireless internet access and cable TV (including HBO -- so fans of "Game of Thrones," "Girls," "Veep" and "True Detective" can get their fix). There's also a coffeemaker, so caffeine addicts can happily get their fix too.

Travelodge Center Strip serves a free continental breakfast daily -- consisting of cereal, Danishes, muffins, juice and coffee. There's a swimming pool near the back of property. It's small but open year-round. Parking is always free to guests. Laundry facilities are available. And you'll discover car rental and tour service desks conveniently located in the lobby.

But as we said to begin with, the selling point for Travelodge Center Strip is location. For the low price, it can't be beat.