The Orleans Hotel & Casino vs Gold Coast Hotel and Casino: Off-Strip Value Showdown
The Orleans Hotel & Casino
Gold Coast Hotel and Casino
Accommodations Comparison
The Orleans features 1,885 rooms including standard rooms, suites, and a dedicated hotel tower. Rooms average 350-400 sq ft with modern decor, pillow-top mattresses, and recent renovations. Bathrooms include granite countertops and tub/shower combinations.
Gold Coast offers 711 smaller rooms averaging 300-350 sq ft with traditional Vegas styling. While clean and functional, rooms show more wear and have smaller bathrooms with basic amenities.
Winner: The Orleans (8/10 vs 6/10)
Dining Options
The Orleans boasts 9 restaurants including the French Market Buffet, Prime Rib Loft, and a 24-hour coffee shop. Variety spans from casual to mid-range dining with good quality for the price point.
Gold Coast features 7 dining options including a smaller buffet, Ping Pang Pong Chinese restaurant, and 24-hour cafe. While adequate, options are more limited in both variety and quality.
Winner: The Orleans (8/10 vs 7/10)
Entertainment & Amenities
The Orleans excels with a 18-screen movie theater, 70-lane bowling center, arena for live events, and large outdoor pool complex. The casino floor spans 135,000 sq ft with modern slots and table games.
Gold Coast offers a smaller 56-lane bowling center, basic pool, and more compact 90,000 sq ft casino. While adequate, entertainment options are significantly more limited.
Winner: The Orleans (9/10 vs 6/10)
Location & Accessibility
Both properties are located west of the Strip near I-15. Gold Coast has slightly better proximity to the Strip (1.5 miles vs 2 miles) and connects to The Rio via free shuttle. The Orleans offers more comprehensive free shuttle service to the Strip and airport.
Winner: Gold Coast (7/10 vs 8/10)
Value & Pricing
Both properties offer excellent value pricing with room rates typically $50-150/night. The Orleans provides better overall value given larger rooms and more amenities. Both offer competitive player's club benefits and promotions.
Winner: The Orleans (9/10 vs 8/10)
Service Quality
Both properties provide adequate but not exceptional service. The Orleans staff tends to be more numerous and better trained due to larger scale operations. Gold Coast offers more personalized service but with longer wait times during peak periods.
Winner: The Orleans (7/10 vs 6/10)