Mid-Priced Vegas Strip Hotels... Recommendations Please?

[MrBig]

Finally getting my act together and making the pilgrimage to SEMA next year, but not sure where to stay this time. Not fussed by spending thousands on a massive suite or top end hotel as we will only use it for sleeping in! I like being near the strip and walking distance to a monorail station is bonus.

Done the usual suspects, Excalibur, Luxor, Mandalay etc... so looking for some inspiration.

Haven't been for a few years, the Aria was under construction when I was last there and looks good. MGM grand seems to have all the bases covered too, just wanted to see what other options folks could throw out there?

Thanks all!

[MrBig]

Thanks guys. All good info. I am in the trade so tickets not a problem