It’s Mardi Gras all year-round at this festive off-Strip hotel and casino. An immense gaming floor, wide selection of restaurants, and several sprawling pool areas make leaving the premises unnecessary, but guests can enjoy free-shuttle rides to the Strip. Some rooms are “petite suites,” affordable and spacious, with city and mountain views, and separate seating areas. Downstairs, an arena and theater host world-class country and rock artists. This is a budget-friendly “Strip experience” away from the traffic and hassle of the Vegas Strip.

Orleans Hotel And Casino Amenities:

• 1,426 rooms. Check-in 3 pm, check-out noon. High-speed Internet access. Restaurant, bar. Children's activity center. Fitness room, spa. Outdoor pool, children's pool, whirlpool. Business center. Casino.