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I believe hotels can set the tone for an entire trip — a cozy stay makes everything smoother, while a rough one can throw the whole experience off. On our recent getaway, we checked into Casino Rama Resort in Orillia, Ontario and put it to the test. From check-in to check-out, here’s how our stay really went.
I was able to book the room really easily through their website — just one night in a Deluxe King Suite. It came to $219 plus tax, which as a mom, I thought it was a bit on the pricey side but decided to give it a go as it was for a special occasion and a bit of a break from the kids.
Check-in time was listed online as 4pm, and we got there around 5pm. The front desk staff greeted us with a smile and got us checked in quickly after taking my ID and credit card. They also mentioned that if you sign up for their casino loyalty card, you get 10% off the base room rate — a nice little perk I didn’t know about!
Our room was on the 3rd floor, which also happens to be where the pool is. The pool area looked really nice, though we didn’t get a chance to use it this time around.
The room itself was super clean and roomy. The bed was big and comfy, with nightstands (and drawers!) on both sides. There was a spacious closet with a safe, ironing board, and a luggage stand — all the usual stuff. The bathroom was a good size too, with a bathtub and seperate shower that had full-size bottles of body wash and shampoo personally the communal body wash and shampoo is not something I am a fan off but I do get that it’s better for the enviroment. I also loved that there was a full-length mirror and a makeup mirror with two different magnifications — such a nice option!
The room also had a cozy gas fireplace, a loveseat, an extra chair, and a little mini fridge that was just the right size to chill a few drinks.
After settling in, we headed downstairs to the casino and grabbed dinner at the Couchiching Court Buffet. It’s open Friday and Saturday from 4–9pm and costs $32 plus tax per person. The staff there were really friendly and let us pick a table over the booth, which was nice. It wasn’t too busy, and the whole vibe was pretty relaxed. There was a good variety of food to choose from, as someone who does not eat red meat it’s always a concern that there will not be enough options to eat. I also liked that non-alcoholic drinks were included. I mostly stuck to water, but finished off with a coffee alongside a few desserts. We didnt feel pressured to finish up our food quickly so they could use the table for other guests. I am not sure if this is because it wasnt busy or if that is generally the way they are.
After dinner, we hit the gaming floor to play a few slot machines — there were lots of different price ranges to choose from. I liked that there was an on-floor drink station too, so we could easily grab a coffee or a soft drink while playing. I do miss the days when you could hear coins clinking in the machines, but using vouchers does make it easier to switch between games and bet amounts. There were a few live tables open for blackjack and roulette, but I just stuck with the slots this time around.
After awhile we went back up to our room to enjoy a few cold beverages and hanging out infront of the fire place.
Check-out time is listed as 11am, which might feel a bit early if you’ve had a late night in the casino or at a concert. But luckily, there’s a Tim Hortons right on site, or you can swing by the drink station on the gaming floor to grab a coffee and get that much-needed wake-up boost.
Overall, the stay was short but enjoyable! Next time, I’d love to try out more of the amenities — maybe check out the pool or even see what the spa has to offer.
If you would like more information on prices, availbilty and what the Resort has to offer hop over to https://www.casinorama.com/hotel/
That’s all from me today, folks. Until next time, hop on back for more real reviews.
