I stay at The Orleans annually for an event, and have always been pleased. Is it the fanciest place in Vegas? No. Is it better than adequate? It is. Super-low room rates (it's off the Strip, with a shuttle to Rio--which itself is at the tag-end of the Strip). Clean, large rooms (that could stand a refresh, and based on tweaks they've made to the pool area this year, I wouldn't be surprised if that were next). Friendly if somewhat weary staff.
Lots of families, folks in their shorts and flip-flops. Glamourous it ain't. But if you've got a reason to BE here, or don't mind a quick cab ride to the Strip, it really can't be beat.