The Orleans

The Orleans is a little out of the way, and there is virtually nothing around it, but with an 18-screen movie complex, complete with a food court and day-care center, a bowling alley (which keeps ridiculously late hours; we know of more than one recent guest who found a 3am game just the right way to wind down after a hectic clubbing night), and a 9,000-seat arena for a minor-league hockey team (but also available for concerts and the like), this is a reasonable alternative to staying on the hectic Strip. Plus, there is a shuttle that runs continuously to the Gold Coast, Sam's Town, and Suncoast. The facade is aggressively fake New Orleans, more reminiscent of Disneyland than the actual Big Easy. Inside, it's much the same.

As long as prices hold true (as always, they can vary), this hotel is one of the best bargains in town, despite the location. The rooms are nice enough and have a definite New Orleans-French feel. Each is L-shaped, with a seating alcove by the windows and comes complete with an old-fashioned, overstuffed chair and sofa. They are bland but modern enough and comfortable. The hotel has your basic Vegas-type places to eat. Worth noting are Big Al's Oyster Bar, a not-unauthentic Creole/Cajun-themed restaurant; and Don Miguel's, a basic but satisfying Mexican restaurant that makes its own tortillas while you watch. There are several bars, including one with live music at night. The Orleans Showroom is an 827-seat theater, featuring live entertainment; The Orleans Arena is a large facility for concerts and sporting events; and, of course, there's a casino.

Facilities:
10 restaurants; food court; 9,000-seat arena; 70-lane bowling center; casino; children's center offering amusements and day care for kids 3-12; concierge; executive-level rooms; health club; 18-screen movie theater; 2 outdoor pools; room service; showroom; spa

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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