
The Orleans Hotel & Casino
Best for families and value-minded travelers who want recreational options (bowling, arena events) and free self-parking.
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The Orleans Hotel & Casino is a 3.5-star, family-friendly off-Strip casino resort with oversized rooms, a seasonal outdoor pool, bowling and an arena — for travelers who want value, on-site entertainment and free parking. The Palazzo at The Venetian is a 5-star luxury all-suite resort on the Strip, aimed at travelers who prioritize spacious suites, high-end shopping, and a large conference and retail complex.
Updated · about 2.0 miles (3.2 km) apart

Best for families and value-minded travelers who want recreational options (bowling, arena events) and free self-parking.

Best for travelers who want large, luxury suites, direct access to high-end shopping and a central Strip address.
When The Orleans wins: Choose The Orleans if you want lower-cost nights, free self-parking, a family-friendly pool and on-site entertainment like bowling, a movie theater and Orleans Arena. It’s a practical pick for event attendees and families who prefer an off-Strip location with resort-style extras.
When The Palazzo wins: Choose The Palazzo when you want a Strip-front, all-suite luxury experience with immediate access to The Venetian’s shops, fine dining, a larger spa program and a fuller roster of high-end resort amenities geared to business and leisure travelers seeking a premium stay.
Bottom line: The Orleans is a strong value-driven, all-ages resort with lots of on-site activities and free parking; The Palazzo is the higher-end, all-suite Strip choice for travelers who prioritize location, suite space and luxury facilities. Pick based on whether you want off-Strip value and entertainment (Orleans) or Strip luxury and expansive meeting/shopping options (Palazzo).
| Category | The Orleans Hotel & Casino | The Palazzo at The Venetian |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Casual, family-friendly casino resort with entertainment and activities. | Luxury all-suite resort complex with upscale shopping and dining. |
| Location | Off-Strip on W Tropicana Avenue, about a 5-minute drive to the Strip. | On the Las Vegas Strip at 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South, walkable to many Strip attractions. |
| Size (rooms & meeting space) | About 1,886 rooms and suites; convention/meeting complex ~60,000–71,000 sq ft. | 2854 guestrooms; conference center and about 2,250,000 sq ft of meeting/retail/conference space. |
| Opening / age | Opened December 18, 1996 (New Orleans French Quarter theme). | Not published |
| Pools | Seasonal outdoor pool complex for registered guests, plus a children's pool and whirlpool; cabanas/daybeds available. | Outdoor pools and poolside bars (pool cabanas available for surcharge). |
| Restaurants & bars | About 10 restaurants plus cafés and a buffet; options include Alder & Birch, Big Al’s Oyster Bar, Ondori and Copper Whisk Café. | 11 restaurants, 4 coffee shops/cafes and multiple bars including poolside bars; Mediterranean and varied international dining. |
| Spa & wellness | Spa Orleans with eight treatment rooms, steam room, Jacuzzi; fitness center open daily (included in resort fee). | Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials; large fitness/spa facilities (supplier listing). |
| Casino & gaming | 137,000 sq ft casino with ~2,443 slot machines and 60 gaming tables; bowling alley and arcade on site. | Large casino floor (105,000 sq ft listed) with 831 slot machines, 105 gaming tables and multiple VIP gaming rooms. |
| Known for | Family-friendly entertainment, free self-parking, seasonal pool and arena/concert access. | Spacious suites, luxury shopping (Grand Canal Shoppes), and central Strip address. |
| Parking & transit notes | Free self-parking and valet for registered guests; RTC bus stops outside; shuttle status varies by source. | Covered self-parking and valet available (fees apply); walkable to many Strip attractions and close to Harry Reid Intl. Airport. |
The Orleans sits on West Tropicana Avenue a short drive from the Strip and the airport.
The Orleans suits visitors who want easier parking and convenient arena access while staying just off the Strip.
The Palazzo is located on Las Vegas Boulevard inside the Strip corridor.
The Palazzo is the better pick if you want direct Strip access and to be in the center of Strip activity.
The Orleans offers oversized rooms and a selection of suites in three towers.
Choose The Orleans for roomy, budget-friendlier accommodations with family-friendly layouts.
The Palazzo is an all-suite resort offering a wide set of luxury room and suite names.
The Palazzo is the clear choice for travelers who want larger, more luxurious suite-style rooms on the Strip.
The Orleans provides a broad, mostly casual-to-polished dining lineup suitable for families and groups.
Dining at The Orleans covers a lot of ground at generally lower price points and relaxed settings.
The Palazzo’s dining list skews higher-end and is integrated with The Venetian’s extensive food and shopping options.
The Palazzo is better for food-focused travelers seeking upscale restaurants and café variety on the Strip.
The Orleans centers a seasonal outdoor pool complex around family use and guest-only access.
The Orleans’ pool setup is family-friendly and practical for guests staying on property during warm months.
The Palazzo offers multiple resort pools and poolside amenities consistent with a luxury Strip resort.
If poolside luxury and cabana service on the Strip are priorities, The Palazzo is the stronger pick.
The Orleans mixes a full-service spa and family entertainment with a big gaming floor.
The Orleans is strong for combined gaming, local entertainment and a modest full-service spa experience.
The Palazzo emphasizes a larger, luxury spa program and nightlife tied into The Venetian complex.
The Palazzo is designed for travelers who want a higher-end spa, larger casino options and nightlife on the Strip.

Seasonal outdoor pool with a children’s pool, an arcade, bowling alley and family-friendly dining make The Orleans the easier choice for families.

The Palazzo’s all-suite positioning and a wide range of spacious suite types make it the better pick for space and upscale in-room comfort.

Proximity to Orleans Arena and a large on-site showroom give The Orleans an edge for concert and event attendees.

Direct access to The Venetian’s Grand Canal Shoppes and central Strip location favor The Palazzo for sightseeing and shopping.
The Palazzo is on the Strip and within walking distance of many Strip attractions; The Orleans is off-Strip about a 5-minute drive to the Strip.
The Orleans is positioned as family-friendly with a children’s pool, arcade, bowling alley and family-style dining; note the spa and some facilities have age limits.
The Orleans’ pool is reserved for registered guests but day passes/cabana rentals have been reported as available for non-guests; The Palazzo offers pool cabanas and similar paid services for guests and possibly non-guests—confirm availability with each property.
The Palazzo has a much larger meeting and conference footprint (supplier listing shows about 2,250,000 sq ft of combined space), while The Orleans has substantial meeting space around 60,000–71,000 sq ft suitable for mid-size events.
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