
The Orleans Hotel & Casino
Best for budget-conscious families and visitors who want an off-Strip resort with lots of on-site entertainment (bowling, arena access, arcade).
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The Orleans Hotel & Casino is a large, off-Strip casino resort (family-friendly) with oversized rooms, a seasonal pool complex and a New Orleans–style lineup of restaurants and entertainment. Park MGM Las Vegas is a smoke-free, 4-star Strip casino resort with modern rooms, multiple pools and a full-service spa—read this if you want a practical comparison of an off-Strip value option vs. a smoke-free Strip property.
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Best for budget-conscious families and visitors who want an off-Strip resort with lots of on-site entertainment (bowling, arena access, arcade).

Best for travelers who want to stay on the Strip in a smoke-free property with multiple pools, a full-service spa, and easy access to MSG/Dolby Live and arena shows.
When The Orleans wins: Choose The Orleans if you want larger rooms for the money, on-site family entertainment (bowling, arcade, children’s pool), free self-parking and an off-Strip location that still puts you a short drive from the Strip and several arenas.
When Park MGM wins: Pick Park MGM if you care about a smoke-free building, being steps from MGM Grand Garden Arena/Dolby Live and T-Mobile Arena, modern rooms and multiple outdoor pools plus an on-site full-service spa.
Bottom line: If you want an all-ages, value-forward stay with lots of on-property entertainment and a relaxed off-Strip feel, The Orleans is the practical choice. If you prefer being on the Strip in a smoke-free environment with contemporary rooms, spa services and resort-pool options, Park MGM is the better match.
| Category | The Orleans Hotel & Casino | Park MGM Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Casual, off-Strip casino resort with many family-friendly activities and entertainment venues. | Modern, smoke-free Strip resort focused on simple, contemporary rooms and entertainment access. |
| Location | 4500 W Tropicana Ave — about a 5-minute drive to the Strip; adjacent to Orleans Arena. | 3770 Las Vegas Blvd S — on the Las Vegas Strip, steps from Dolby Live and MGM Grand Garden Arena. |
| Size (rooms) | 1,886 rooms and suites across three towers. | 2,605 guestrooms. |
| Audience / age | Family-friendly resort; registered guest must meet minimum check‑in age (commonly 21). | All-ages property (not adults-only); supplier listing notes minimum check-in age 21. |
| Pools | Seasonal outdoor pool complex with a main pool, separate children’s pool, whirlpool and rentable cabanas/daybeds. | Three outdoor pools, heated pool options, pool cabanas (surcharge) and a poolside bar. |
| Restaurants & bars | Around 10 restaurants plus coffee shop/café and a food court; casual to steakhouse options (Alder & Birch, Big Al’s, Ondori). | 11 restaurants, 7 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes, plus room service (limited hours). |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Orleans with eight treatment rooms, steam room, Jacuzzi and a fitness center (spa 18+). | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; 24-hour fitness facilities on site. |
| Casino & gaming | 137,000 sq ft casino floor with ~60 gaming tables and thousands of slot machines, plus a VIP room, bowling alley and 18-screen movie theater. | Casino floor (102,000 sq ft), ~60 gaming tables and ~1,600 slot machines plus a sportsbook and a VIP gaming room. |
| Known for | Family entertainment options (bowling, arcade, Orleans Arena nearby), free self-parking and value-conscious packages. | Smoke-free property on the Strip with easy arena/show access and a simpler, modern design. |
| Smoking policy | Smoking allowed in designated areas. | Smoke-free property. |
The Orleans sits on West Tropicana Avenue, roughly a short drive from the Strip and adjacent to Orleans Arena.
Good choice if you want easy arena access and cheaper rates while staying slightly off the Strip.
Park MGM is located on Las Vegas Boulevard, within walking distance of several major venues and Strip attractions.
Pick Park MGM for the convenience of being on the Strip and for short walks to arena shows and Strip nightlife.
The Orleans emphasizes larger rooms and a variety of suite options across three towers.
Choose The Orleans when room size and extra on-site space matter more than being on the Strip.
Park MGM offers contemporary room types and a large room count in a Strip setting.
Park MGM is the option for straightforward, modern rooms with a strong Strip address.
The Orleans has a varied, largely casual-to-midscale dining lineup with a steakhouse and family-friendly cafés.
If you want classic casino-dining variety—including a mix of budget and steakhouse options—The Orleans delivers.
Park MGM lists 11 restaurants and multiple bars, serving a range of daytime and late-night options.
Park MGM suits guests who want several on-property dining choices and easy access to Strip restaurants.
The Orleans operates a seasonal outdoor pool complex that caters to families and registered guests.
A solid family-oriented pool area, but seasonal availability and occasional renovations can affect plans.
Park MGM provides three outdoor pools and poolside services for guests looking for a Strip-pool experience.
Park MGM offers more pool variety and a more typical Strip resort-pool experience.
The Orleans mixes a spa and fitness center with on-site nightlife and entertainment venues.
Good for guests who want spa services plus family-friendly evening entertainment on property.
Park MGM pairs a full-service spa with 24-hour fitness and on-Strip nightlife and show access.
Park MGM is stronger for guests prioritizing a spa, round-the-clock fitness and walkable evening entertainment on the Strip.

The Orleans — children’s pool, bowling alley, arcade, onsite arena and family-oriented dining.

Park MGM — steps from Dolby Live and MGM Grand Garden Arena and within easy walking distance of major Strip venues.

Park MGM — listed as a smoke-free property throughout supplier materials.

The Orleans — free self-parking and free valet for registered guests plus large rooms for the price.
Park MGM is steps from Dolby Live and near MGM Grand Garden Arena; The Orleans is adjacent to Orleans Arena and is a short drive from the Strip arenas.
Yes — supplier materials list Park MGM as a smoke-free property.
Yes — The Orleans is positioned as family-friendly and offers a children’s pool, bowling alley and arcade, though the registered guest age requirement commonly listed is 21.
Yes — The Orleans has Spa Orleans (open Thu–Sun) and Park MGM has a full-service spa; check each spa’s reservation rules and hours before arrival.
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