Things to do at and near The Orleans
The Orleans Hotel & Casino offers on-site gaming, multiple restaurants, a seasonal outdoor pool with a children's pool, Spa Orleans, a bowling alley, a movie theater and live entertainment venues. It's about a 5-minute drive from the Las Vegas Strip and sits next to Orleans Arena for nearby concerts and sporting events.
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Rooms and where to stay
The Orleans has oversized rooms across three towers with multiple room types to suit different needs. Room categories listed by the property are Deluxe Room, Strip View Room, Suite, and Premium Room.
Room names exactly as listed on the property are: Deluxe Room, Strip View Room, Suite, and Premium Room. Check-in typically begins in the mid-to-late afternoon; confirm your exact check-in window when booking.
- Deluxe Room (2 Queen Beds)
- Strip View Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
- Suite (1 King Bed)
- Premium Room (1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds)
| Room type | Typical bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 2 Queen Beds |
| Strip View Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite / Premium Room | 1 King Bed (Suite) — Premium Room: 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
Dining and bars on-site
The Orleans offers a variety of on-site dining from casual café fare to a full steakhouse and seafood restaurant. Notable venues include Alder & Birch (steakhouse), Big Al's Oyster Bar (Creole/Cajun/seafood), Ondori Asian Kitchen (Chinese/Japanese), Bailiwick gastropub, and Copper Whisk Café.
Hours vary by venue; for example, Alder & Birch serves dinner Wednesday–Sunday in the evening, Big Al's Oyster Bar has varied lunch and dinner hours including weekend daytime service, and Ondori Asian Kitchen is listed open daily through midnight. Reservations are recommended for Alder & Birch.
- Alder & Birch — steakhouse; dinner service Wed–Sun (evening hours).
- Big Al's Oyster Bar — Creole/Cajun and seafood; weekend mid-day openings.
- Ondori Asian Kitchen — Asian and sushi fare; open daily into late night.
- Copper Whisk Café — all-day breakfast and casual menu; open daily.
| Restaurant | Type | Typical hours |
|---|---|---|
| Alder & Birch | Steakhouse | Dinner (Wed–Sun evenings) |
| Big Al's Oyster Bar | Creole/Cajun / Seafood | Lunch & Dinner (varied; weekend earlier hours) |
| Ondori Asian Kitchen | Chinese/Japanese | Open daily (midday–midnight) |
Casino, bowling, and live entertainment
The Orleans features a large casino floor and gaming options along with an on-site bowling center and multiple entertainment venues. The property lists a 137,000-square-foot casino with a large number of table games and slot machines, plus a VIP gaming room.
For live shows and larger events, Orleans Arena is adjacent to the hotel and is within a short walk; the hotel also has an 850-seat Orleans Showroom and smaller venues such as Bourbon Street Cabaret and lounge stages for local acts.
- 137,000-square-foot casino floor with table games and slots
- On-site bowling alley (lanes and seating available)
- Orleans Arena nearby for concerts and sporting events
- Orleans Showroom (approximately 850 seats) and smaller cabaret lounges
| Entertainment | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Casino floor | Slots, table games, VIP gaming room |
| Bowling alley | Large lanes and snack/dining options |
| Showroom / Arena | Live music, touring acts, sporting events |
Pool, spa and fitness
The Orleans has a seasonal outdoor pool complex with a main pool, a separate children's pool, and a whirlpool. Pool access is reserved for registered hotel guests; private cabanas and canopy daybeds are available for rent, and towel service is provided.
Spa Orleans operates Thursday–Sunday with treatment rooms, a steam room and Jacuzzi; no one under 18 is permitted in the spa. The Fitness Center is open daily and is included with the nightly resort fee.
- Seasonal outdoor pool (hours listed as roughly 10:00am–6:00pm on official pages; hours can vary seasonally)
- Children's pool and whirlpool; pool is wheelchair accessible and a lift can be ordered
- Pool cabanas/daybeds available to registered guests (rentals and food/drink add-ons offered)
- Spa Orleans: open Thu–Sun, 10:00am–6:00pm; spa guests must be 18+
- Fitness Center: open daily 6:00am–6:00pm; equipment includes free weights, benches, cardio machines
| Facility | Key details |
|---|---|
| Outdoor pool | Seasonal; guest-only access; cabanas available |
| Spa Orleans | Thu–Sun 10:00am–6:00pm; 18+ policy; reservations required by phone |
| Fitness Center | Open daily 6:00am–6:00pm; included with resort fee |
Family activities and on-site fun
The Orleans markets itself as family-friendly and lists activities suitable for a range of ages, including an arcade/game room, a bowling alley, a children's pool and a seasonal pool complex. The movie theater and casual dining spots make it easy to spend an evening on property.
Certain amenities carry age restrictions — for example, Spa Orleans and the Fitness Center restrict access to guests 18 and older — so families should check age rules before planning spa or gym visits for teens.
- Children's pool and seasonal outdoor pool
- Arcade/game room and bowling alley for indoor family fun
- On-site 18-screen movie theater for recent releases
- Casual restaurants and food-court options suitable for families
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Children's pool | Separate pool for younger guests; part of guest-only pool complex |
| Bowling & arcade | Indoor options open for families |
| Movie theater | On-site multi-screen cinema for shows and family movies |
Nearby attractions and getting around
The Orleans sits on West Tropicana Avenue about a 5-minute drive from the Las Vegas Strip and is adjacent to Orleans Arena. The property lists nearby destinations such as Gold Coast, Excalibur, T-Mobile Arena and other Strip venues within short driving times.
Public transit options include RTC bus routes that stop near the hotel; shuttle service claims are mixed across sources, so confirm any Boyd shuttle or partner shuttle availability before relying on it.
- About a 5-minute drive to the Las Vegas Strip and nearby casinos (Excalibur, Gold Coast)
- Orleans Arena is a short walk from the hotel for concerts and events
- Harry Reid International Airport is roughly 10–15 minutes by car (about 1.9 miles)
- RTC bus routes stop in front of the property; verify current schedules
| Nearby place | Typical travel time from the hotel |
|---|---|
| Las Vegas Strip | About a 5-minute drive (approximately 0.85 miles) |
| Harry Reid International Airport | Roughly 10–15 minute drive (about 1.9 miles) |
| Orleans Arena | About a 5–7 minute walk (adjacent/on-site) |
