Our likes were the spacious and clean rooms, and the better-than-expected dining options (especially Don Miguel's Mexican); also, the price was reasonable. Very nice pool area.

One strong dislike was the cluelessness of the front desk and other hotel personnel regarding a major event occurring at their own hotel. No one we talked to seemed to have any idea of where/when the event was taking place, even though it was on the big marquee in front of the hotel! Also, the overwhelming stench from decades (?) of cigarettes smoked was awful; even on our non-smoking floor it simply reeked.

Overall, a marginal thumbs up based on decent value, good sized and clean rooms, and better-than-expected dining.

It was our first trip to Vegas and in hindsight I would have splurged and stayed at one of the iconic hotels located on the Strip but if you are looking for good value, no-frills accommodation at $40 a night then The Orleans is an okay option. We caught the shuttle that ran on a regular timetable we never had to wait longer then 15 minutes and the shuttle drivers were friendly and a pleasure to tip. Pros: Great king sized comfortable bed and cheap dining options with lots of choices. Cons: Location (at least a 15 minute bus ride to/from the strip so you felt "trapped" at the hotel and isolated from the action, below average service (we encountered a rude and abrupt Manager at the front desk), you were surrounded by tasteless decoration, casino had a cheap ambiance. My advice is to spend the extra money and go stay at one of the better hotels at Las Vegas. It's a worthwhile investment.

My second time at the Orleans and despite reading some reviews claiming it had gone downhill I was equally as satisfied as last year.

The rooms are as clean and good value as ever and the dining options are good enough
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Throw in a bowling alley and cinema along with drinks half the price of strip hotels as well as a casino with reasonably loose slots and you have the picture.

I would recommend it to anyone who didn't feel the need to live on the strip.

We stayed there 2 nights just before Christmas 2008. Our room was in the original tower and everything in it was original. The room is still very large and the strip view is still outstanding. The carpet was a disgrace, big spots everywhere. Not a carpet you want to walk barefoot. The furniture is old and,like the sofa, very worn.Even though the price they charged was extremely low, I don't think I would stay there again. Maybe the newer towers are better?