Orleans Hotel & Casino

Loving the bowling alley here! Parking is a bit of a joke. Casino is on the older side.

I booked my room to be conveniently located next door to the Orleans Arena where my daughters were attending their annual cheer competition. I had never stayed at The Orleans but I am happy I did. I found this hotel clean, and it looks as if it had been renovated because most of the hotel and the room’s décor was up to date and nice. I loved the various eateries inside like TGIF and Fuddruckers and I liked being able to go see a new released movie upstairs at the cinema and they have a 70 lane bowling alley. All in all I was pleased with my stay. I didn’t like that the Wi-​Fi in the rooms only accommodate 3 people and anyone trying to log on beyond the 3 people, they are charged, and those 3 already connected, get kicked off. We actually called to have some techinician come to figure that out for us, but the person never showed up, it was ok, I will come back again and I do recommend this hotel.

Orleans has a relaxed atmosphere compared to the chaos at the hotels on the strip. See you in February.

The Orleans reminds me of a museum in the sense that it’s got old stuff in it and pretty much never changes. Why is it always so crowded? Maybe it’s the TGI Friday’s. Or the move theatre. Or the 24-​hr bowling. There’s actually some decent shows that come here too. I always seem to lose all my money here. So while the gaming is cheap, does anyone ever win? It’s big. It’s cheap. It’s got family activities. It has shows. It’s not too too far from the Strip. Plus, it’s got a theme. Inside, the theme is less persistent. But outside, it’s all NOLA-​style and kinda cool. So while old and never changing, it’s a-​ok.

The staff at this hotel are rude. The buffet food is terrible. The food was cold and stale. There were dead cockroaches under the table and hair in my food. If you don’t pay an 18% gratituiy they will literally sit you in a different section of the restaurant than your children. For a hotel that hosts a major cheerleading competition every year you should get better staff that know how to treat paying customers!

My first time staying at this hotel. I have to say I am impressed. It being an old hotel I expected very little comfort. We are here for cheer competitions in which my Goddaughter is participating. With the competition being held in The Orleans Arena it’s very expected to be crowded and somewhat noisy with kids and teens. (Perfect for me with a 3 year old) the rooms are spacious, the bathroom is nice and I love there is a window in the shower area. The room we stayed in has two queen sized beds, sofa and chair. I have to point out the room was clean, plumbing worked and the A/​C worked. Also, there is a small arcade upstairs which is perfect for kids, and of course anyone who is underage to gamble. There is also a bowling alley, theater and a fitness center. I will definitely stay here again.

had to put down a few bets for the games and the Orleans is pretty close by
casino is pretty good size, parking is normally easy to find though
the sportsbook is kind of in the middle, so no matter if you park outside or in the structure, its not real close. Don’t find that too much of a problem though, a little exercise is good for you? Plus better than some of the strip casinos
Yes, did stop off and get a couple of chili dogs (2 bucks) that they offer during game days. Hell, only 2 bucks, decent dogs, more money to gamble with!
odds here are tied to Boyd gaming, are usually pretty much inline with most other casinos. I don’t really stay to watch the games here though, just to make bets
There seems to be adequate seating both in the sportsbook and in the bar next to it, so you can sit and watch the games if you want
that was it for Sunday’s visit, but I do stop off here every so often to gamble. They usually have plenty of blackjack tables open and plenty of some of those video slots that are great to play when you are drunk!
decent casino to visit if you are in the area

The smell wasn’t that bad.
Looking at this place you’d imagine it smells like the city it’s named after, sewers and just a tad of barf, but nope. Just a very light scent of old cigarettes and some type of air freshener, I’ll take it!
I came here for a movie-​screening event so I didn’t do much interacting with the food or bars here, but it’s a lot cleaner than I thought it would be. No trash on the floor, clean walls and not everything I touched felt greasy. I know this seems like a weird thing to mention, but some of these older Boyd Gaming properties are definitely hurting.
This place wouldn’t be the best option for food in the city, when the Strip right down the street, but if you have some friends coming to town and they’re on a budget, they could stay at worse places.
Tons of parking and the Strip is a quick jaunt down the road, not a bad spot and like said earlier, the smell wasn’t that bad.

We chose this hotel specifically for the fact that a reservations agent said their pool was open in January during the dates that we wanted to stay. The agent lied.
There are no stupendously strong reasons to stay here. There are some friendly employees. The food that’s not done in their restaurants, meaning food court franchises is the only reasonable cost alternative to captive Boyd Gaming– run restaurants, which are expensive, and otherwise meh. Room service isn’t mind-​numblingly expensive, but nearly so.
Our room was ok, but somewhat noisy, made worse by a large under-​door gap. Sewer smells are in the bathroom, too, although there is a window to open. HVAC units are plentifully loud, and are in obvious need of maintenance. The WiFi, provided by Cox, is no faster than dial-​up speed.
It’s not tawdry, it’s just not very good at all– save the positive employee attitude on behalf of their service staff. Having stayed in thousands of hotels as I travel frequently, my recommendation based on experience says: I won’t return– poor value. It also is important to be able to get the NAME or ID of a reservation agent, so that when they lie through their teeth, you can deliver them up to front desk personnel. Somehow, I don’t believe it would have done much good, but you never know. I’ll pass. YMMV.

Love the Orleans. The feel of the casino is locals mixed with tourist Louisiana flavor. Or maybe its just the affordable booze talking, I say with a slur.
Coming here is always a pleasure as there’s a bowling alley with a cheap bar, candy machines on the outside for those late night munchies, a TGIFridys inside with a killer happy hour and lastly. Loose slots. My friends and I always seem to win a chunk of change when we come here! Mainly me only on the goldfish touch one.
Side note, with their gambling card their buffet is delicious and cheap. Parking is simple and easy. Outside décor is cute and unique

Orleans is my go to Hotel when I’m in Vegas. I enjoy their roulette tables. I win a lot at this casino. They even upgraded their rooms and all floors are non smoking. Buffet is good, except lines can get ridiculous during Friday night seafood extravaganza. The only downside is the prostitutes that patrol the lobbies but security ensure they are kicked out fast. I will return again.

This place is a hidden gem off the strip. We were here on the honeymoon portion of our vacation and we couldn’t have picked a better hotel, especially after staying on the strip for several days prior.
The registration desk agent was wonderful. Saw us in our wedding gear and talked to the manager and gave us an upgraded room with NO upcharge. Our room on the 21^st floor was very clean, updated, spacious and comfortable. There are too many little special touches to see you have to see it for yourself.
The hallways are gorgeous fueled by textured wall paper and extremely clean carpet. The housekeeping staff was friendly given the limited amount of English spoken, which was no problem because the supervisor was always on the floor to answer any specific questions.
The casino was nice with lots of machines and tables. We ate at Sabarro’s in the food court using the 10%Off coupons given to us at check in. It was delicious. They have lots of other restaurants inside. We are breakfast at the courtyard and it was great but a tad bit expensive for basic breakfast food but it’s vegas. Use the $ 10.00 a day food comp included with the room and you should be fine.
I love this hotel for a few reasons and would stay again. The security guards are on it with checking your keys and for non guest trying to sneak upstairs. I saw two «call girls» trying to get upstairs and security personally escorted them to the front door. I appreciate that because the problem with off strip hotels is the «call girls and non hotel guests who prey on unsuspecting paying hotel guest.
The convenience of having restaurants, coffee, a movie theater, bowling, shops and a casino without leaving the hotel was priceless. We left the hotel several times for fun and there is a lot to do around the hotel and the strip is just minutes away.
Price we paid was spectacular for the level of hotel we received! I highly recommend this hotel to those looking for a great hotel away from the strip.

It’s certainly a different experience from the big name hotels on the strip, but it’s not a bad one. Comfortable beds, nice rooms, and a relatively short walk to get to your room. A shuttle to the Strip. The pool and fitness center are more than adequate. The movie theater provided a nice break from gambling. There are kid’s activities. It’s cheap.
Mainly, we go here for the poker room. On the weekends, we prefer to play with the tourists on the Strip. Midweek, though, the poker games here are more consistent. They have a wide range of tournaments as well.

Reading the other reviews, well… I spoze’ I can just bout’ agree with all of the 1 and 2 star reviews.
Being a native of Naw’lins myself (how us Southern folk say New Orleans) and having had the absolute DIS-​pleasure of staying overnight at this juke joint, puh-​leeeze accept my official testimony to this place being a complete disgrace to the French Quarter!!!
I mean, my stay here was by no means recent… and nowadays I reckon’ I know better, but ever so often while sippin my Moonshine, I can’t help but ponder on my «less fortunate» times in life, whereas I was living paycheck to penny and I was all the more required to book a room at this hostile.
Like most… I was attracted to the «off Strip location»,… thinking I could get away with shuttling my rides to and from The Strip.
HuNNNie — take it for what it’s worth (and in this case… not all that much), but the very LAST thing you wanna do when it’s hotter than Lucifer’s pitchfork outside… is wait for a ride within the just as scorching desert heat.
I know’ whachur’ thankin’…
«This place probably boasts the lowest fares in town», yet… Mama’ once taught me that,… «Skeeter (that’s what she calls me…), …good things often come with a hefty price tag.» That’s why I know better and take my monies elsewhere these days.
Trottin’ in, if you can make it past the stench of cancer sticks then you’re a lucky one. Trekkin’ to the front desk, when they’re not losing your reservation, they’re trying to make up for it with breakfast buffet vouchers and insincere apologies.
Nice try yall’.
I can’t be bought by burnt biscuits and lumpy gravy.
Thankin’ back,…
I was advised upon «checking in» that they had a full house that night. How that applied to me, I haven’t the vaguest clue.
It makes matters all the more worse that I had to get uhm…(let’s go with) «ethnic» …just to ensure my reservation was located as they somehow developed amnesia when I handed them my confirmation.
Lawd…
Once I finally unpacked and thawt’ I’d be able to submerge my azz onto the bed to get a bit of rest’tuh’sess, that sentiment was cut completely in half. With my neighbors in the room next to me snoring and carrying on…, the only way that I could escape the sound of that «diesel truck», was to sleep in the tub.
(DeadDDD serious — -)
…I even remember the walls to the doubled-​bed room I’d reserved, (equipped with 2 comforter sets worn, withered and reeking of stale cigar funk) ‚…being so paper thin that we could hear a rat peeing on cotton.
Let me just say, I was ready to check out no sooner than we’d checked in…
And I won’t even go into how the a/​c had a mind of its own and similar to most folk’ form Lew’zanna, …would work if AND when it saw fit. The televisions seemed to be something out of a black and white film. Let’s just say that flat screens at this place are an unspoken thought. I swear it was like I stepped directly back in time.
Had I looked up and seen «Misstuh» from «The Color Purple» or «Miss Celie» scrambling eggs, well,… I’m sure yall’ get the point.
I dunno…
Perhaps an ambiance encompassing archaic technology is what attracts some folks. «Not I», said the duck! I’ve never been into shabby chic and prefer my steaks medium rare. Yes, I realize they have gamblin’, bowlin’ and booze… TRUST ME. It’s just a distraction to lure in the unsuspecting!!!
— - — Stay here again??? Heck to the nawl’!
In the words of that insurance commercial, «I can’t take this ride.».
Until Katrina makes her way back and hits this hotel with winds equivalent to a tropical storm all the while performing a much overdue sweep through to make way for some serious upgrades and revamping, well…, I’ll just hafta take my chances sleeping inside the car–
Humph.
Mardi Gras my azz.

Off the strip but very Vegas and very busy. My son and I saw the legendary Don Rickles who inspire of being 89 was amazingly funny, sharp and endearing.
Nice venue and a good chance to see Mr. Warmth. But the casino was very smokey.
The crowd is certainly less chic than one would find at the Bellagio or Ceasar’s, but anyplace that Mr. Rickles likes is okay with us.

The Orleans hotel, located off the strip, is where the locals probably come and play their games. It looks like a really really outdated «fun» place from their front entrance, and then you go inside with a somewhat newer interior. They have the Keno games on the right, a lot of slot games and table games in the middle.
You go way in the back and you see «buffet», because every casino in Vegas needs a buffet. But if you go to the café, you can get insanely cheap steak and eggs for breakfast. Sounds delish, but that’s for another review.
For fine dining, they have the Prime Rib Loft.
For casual dining, they have the Courtyard Café, Koji, TGIs, French Market Buffet, and an oyster bar
They also have a bowling alley and a movie theater.

From 9÷26÷15
Came here for the movie theater Century Orleans 18, also to grab drinks and food. This casino has a Madi Gras vibe to it, hence the name Orleans. The layout of this place isn’t too shabby; it was pretty easy to find everything.
As mentioned above they have a movie theater, a bowling alley, arcade, restaurants, a food court, and of course gambling.

See a trend developing???
Can only talk casino and eateries here, not hotel itself, as I’ve never stayed here. But the casino is decent, as one might expect, decorated in an old school, hap hazard NOLA style that is surprisingly large, given the fact that it’s off the beaten path, (i.e., the trend I previously referred to).
We often times like to play away from the crowds and this place fits the bill, as it sits about a mile west of the strip on Flamingo. That said, the reality of it is, one of the things we like best are the cover bands that play there nightly. One plays a freaking awesome selection of tunes, mostly the kind of stuff that I like to listen to from my younger years like ZZ Top, Skynyrd, Heart, Cash, etc., as well as a spattering of some «new country» like Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean and the like. And another band that plays the other stuff I love most from my youth, Motown and Funk. From the Temptations to Funkadelic, Rick James to Marvin and everything in between…
Decent selection of machines, (including one giant Titan 3000, or whatever the FUC it’s called), tho some of them are outdated. There is a TGI Fridays onsite for low priced boozin’ and Happy Hour options, (and eats if ur into their food… I mean it’s aight), a buffet, as well as a smallish food court and a few assorted bars scattered throughout the joint. No hip, trendy ass, Paris Hilton wannabe nightclubs to be found here… No, No, No… Generally speaking, it’s an older, less offensive /​less obnoxious crowd than what you would encounter in the mainstream casinos found on the strip. Here, you just chill…
As Arnold would say… «I’ll be back».

*** Unilocal 100 CHALLENGE 53/​100***
A lot of factors constitute my reviews, and even though people might find my 4 stars surprising, because it’s a bit rundown and has been around for awhile but for me The Orleans perfectly fits in the «Yay! I’m a fan» category.
–It’s a local hang out I can frequent that doesn’t have a hint of pretention in it
–It’s family friendly with tons of activity options like the Arcade for children
–Bowling alley and Movie theater in house ($ 5 movies all day on Tuesdays)
–There’s an array of restaurants for whatever you’re in the mood for
–The drinks are overflowing, there’s always a waitress ready to take your order
–Gambling is fun as the games aren’t too tight it seems, we’ve actually been pretty lucky playing here
Looking forward to checking their rooms when chance permits. All in all it’s a laid back place to go on casual date night or chill with the children. Not a huge fan of that nasty casino smell though.

Opening on December 28, 1996, The Orleans has been a locals staple in Vegas for almost 20 years now! How time flies!
I have been a semi-​regular patron of this casino for many, many years and feel there is a lot to love about this place!
I haven’t actually stayed overnight, but did set up a room for a family member during his visit and have seen the inside of the rooms. I can say that this appears to be one of the greatest values for a room in the city! Only paying $ 45 a night or so for several nights was a steal! The room was very clean, had a great view, and was stocked with many great amenities.
The great thing about the Orleans is that you could do so many things and not have to leave the property! In addition to gambling, eating, and drinking, you are also able to go bowling, see a movie, check out a concert or sporting event. All of this at a very affordable price!
I love the fact that The Orleans stays true to its cheesy little theme. So many casinos seem almost ashamed to have a theme not centered around sterile opulence. Not this casino! You have the statue of Big Al the Alligator and his jazz band at the entry, just for starters! I love the large, lighted masked heads over the pit, as well. When you check in or go sign up at the players club, you get those little beaded necklaces! lol It’s just cheesy and fun!
There are so many amenities I have enjoyed in my numerous visits here.
— They have a Century movie theater upstairs, just across from the arcade. It’s not the best theater in the city, but far from the worst. I have taken in many movies here!
— their buffet is great for the price point! Prices start from only $ 8.99 and they even have the option to purchase an all day pass! More info here:
— I have always gotten fun and friendly service at the bars here, especially at the Alligator Bar and Mardi Gras bar!
— They have a great sports book! Definitely the best one for a Boyd property!
Granted, the place can get pretty smokey. No argument there. You could find many places in town that are far worse, though. Also, if you are coming here hoping to catch some nice eye candy, abandon that hope at the door. lol
But with a ton of options for gambling, food, drink, and entertainment all at fair and affordable prices, what more could you ask for from a locals spot? I have been coming here for many years and will continue to be a loyal patron.
4 stars.