Guests celebrate Mardi Gras 365 days a year when they visit the Orleans Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. Located west of the Strip, this Mardi Gras themed hotel remains one of the best values in Vegas. A shuttle runs between the Orleans Hotel and its sister properties, the Strip's Barbary Coast and off Strip Gold Coast. The casino features table games, race and sports book, popular 23 table poker room, and 3,000 slots. The resort's Showroom and Arena feature nationally known entertainers. In addition to 24 hour room service, guests can choose from more than a dozen restaurants and clubs at the Orleans. Because the Orleans pulls in locals and tourists, the hotel offers amenities that few casino resorts, including an 18 screen movie complex and a 70 lane bowling alley. The Orleans even offers a childcare center and heated children's pool. Guestrooms, which are close to the pool area, are best described as petite suites, with L shaped layouts, furnished sitting areas, pay movies, bathroom phones and marble tiled dressing sections. The Orleans is a great choice for value and amenities in a location away from the hustle of the Strip but close to enough action to keep vacationers happy. In 2005, The Orleans Hotel and Casino will provide the following value added inclusions: 2 for 1 Show Tickets at The Orleans Showroom.