Best Hotels Reno

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  Atlantis Casino Resort Spa

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  Silver Legacy Resort Casino

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  The Courtyard at John Ascuaga's Nugget Hotel an...

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  Sands Regency Hotel and Casino

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  Concierge Tower at Atlantis Casino Resort Spa

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  John Ascuaga's Nugget Hotel and Casino

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  Circus Circus Hotel & Casino - Reno

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  Harrah's Reno

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  Grand Sierra Resort and Casino

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  Eldorado Hotel Casino

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Known as "the biggest little city in the world", Reno, Nevada offers all of the fun and excitement of Las Vegas. The best hotels Reno has to offer are comparable to even the finest Vegas resort and won't cost you near as much. Whether you are a gambler or not, there is a little bit of something for everyone here. It is surely a trip that you won't soon forget. With a current population of just over 100,000 permanent residents, Reno, Nevada was settled in the 1850s by pioneers. Residents of the town are known as "Reno-ites" and refer to the metropolitan area as "Truckee Meadows". While Las Vegas gets a large portion of its crowd from southern California, its northern counterpart draws more of the San Francisco and Napa Valley crowd. Tourism makes up by far the largest part of the city's economy.

The first thing that most people think about when considering a trip to Reno are the casinos. In the 1950s, Reno was considered the gambling capital of the U.S., but rapid growth in Las Vegas has greatly reduced its business. The city is home to a number of beautiful casinos and resorts. Despite a handful of original casinos closing their doors or being torn down over the past decade or so, several larger casinos have experienced tremendous growth. Large hotel casinos such as the Atlantis, the Peppermill and Grand Sierra Resort have drawn gaming away from Virginia Street, the former center of Reno gambling. The Peppermill was recently named the most outstanding of the city's casinos by Casino Player and Nevada magazines.

If you plan on spending any of your time in Reno at the tables, be sure to educate yourself about casino games before making your trip. While the house always has the advantage, a sound strategy at a blackjack or craps table can pull you as close to even odds as possible. Some slot machines also offer very favorable payout rates to the player. Any bookstore will have a section that is rich with material relating to this topic. One of these books would be a wise investment for a novice gamer making their first casino trip or even for a savvy veteran to brush up on their strategy. Be sure to handle your gambling money smartly, however. Before the trip, budget a certain amount that you could afford to lose at the casino and stick to it. Gambling can be a very fun pastime if you can keep your impulses under control. Even those who would rather not put their hard-earned money at risk will find plenty to do.

The best hotels Reno has offer spa treatments, fine dining and top-notch entertainment. There is also a vibrant nightlife in "the biggest little city in the world". There has recently been a boom in the opening of bars and clubs. The downtown area is the center of most of this activity, but other popular areas include Wells Avenue, the UNR area, East Fourth Street and Kietzke Lane. Ask your hotel concierge about the hottest spots to go to for an unforgettable night on the town. Many tourists choose Reno over Las Vegas due to its proximity to Lake Tahoe.

The city is only about a 45-minute drive from some of the United States' best ski resorts. Reno experiences around 300 sunny days a year and just 12 inches of precipitation but the climate in Tahoe is very different. There is plenty of snow all winter for you to hit the slopes at 15 world-class resorts. After warming up in the ski lodge, you are but a short trip back to the sunshine. The best hotels Reno offers will provide you with plenty of information about Tahoe's resorts and maybe even a deal or two to help you save a little money on your skiing adventure.

Whether you spend your time in Reno throwing dice and drawing cards, relaxing by the pool at your resort, or speeding down a mountain, this is a trip that will leave you with fond memories. This city has been a tourist destination for decades for good reason and despite dwindling numbers in recent years; it will be for years to come.

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