[jriera]

John, late July early August is VERY hot (at least 110) but dry (not that it helps much). Probably the worst time to come if you want to do things outside (i.e. walking). At night cools down and is very pleasant for a stroll up and down the Strip.

Regarding hotels, the big names (Bellagio, Wynn, Venetian, Four Seasons) are always a winner. New York New York, MGM, Mandalay Bay are the 'usual' ones.

It will depends what do you want to do and how much money do you want to spend. Check places like the Aladin, New York New York and the Montecarlo for good mid-off-week rates.

Let me know if you need any help making your decission(s), after all I live here.