WAC BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT HOTEL INFORMATION

In honor of the upcoming 2009 Men’s and Women’s WAC Basketball Tournament I am going to do a brief over-view of each team hotel. While at the women’s soccer tournament this past fall I had the opportunity to tour the Eldorado Casino and Resort and thought I would share some photos and information on the hotel. ELDORADO – Hotel – Casino - Resort

The Eldorado is paired with the University of Hawai`i, the University of Idaho, and Louisiana Tech men’s and women’s basketball teams.

ROOM RATES:
For reservations call - 1-800-648-5966
**Please refer to code : MWAC09 when booking accommodations**
$49.99 for midweek (Sunday – Thursday)
$109.00 for weekends (Friday/Saturday)

LOCATION:
The Eldordo is located at 345 N. Virginia Street and is a five minute drive to the Lawlor Events Center.

Directions from the Reno – Tahoe International Airport:
Distance from hotel: 4 mi Drive time: 7 min
From the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, take Interstate 395 north to the I-80 exit. Exit on I-80 West exit. Drive on I-80 west until Downtown Reno/Virginia Street exit. Exit on Downtown Reno/Virginia Street. Cross Virginia street. Turn left on Sierra Street. Follow Sierra Street until you cross Fourth Street. Arrive at the Eldorado Hotel Casino.

**The Eldorado does offer a complimentary shuttle. Click here for shuttle information

FOOD AND BEVERAGES:
There are several fantastic dining options at the Eldorado.

FINE DINING:

Roxy’s Bar and Lounge –
Roxy’s offers steaks, seafood, soufflés, bakes and sorbets. Roxy’s also has over 100 different martinis and over 350 wines to choose from.
Click here to view the menu
Hours:Open 5:00 PM Daily Reservations Suggested

La Strada –
La Strada was named one of the top 10 Italian restaurants in the nation. Pasta is made fresh daily.
Click here to view the menu
Hours:
Open 5 PM Friday - Tuesday Open until 10 PM on Friday Closed on Wednesday and Thursday Reservations Suggested

CASUAL DINING:
Brew Brothers –
Brew Brothers is a pub style restaurant located just outside of the casino. Brew Brothers was named Best Brewpub in America by Nightclub and Bar magazine. Brew Brothers offers items from wood-fired pizzas to burgers, ribs, salads and sandwiches and offers eight custom micro brews.
Click here to view the menu
Hours:Open Daily 11:30 AM for Lunch Open 11:00 AM on Saturday & Sunday**Happy Hour:Monday - Friday, 2-6 PM

Live Music:Friday & Saturday, starting at 10:30 PM

The Buffet –
This is the place you can go to get it all! The Buffet is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers a variety of cuisine ranging from Italian to Chinese dishes. As you can see the buffet was recently renovated and offers something for everyone.

Monday-Thursday Breakfast: $9.99 adults/$4.99 children(7:45 AM - 11:00 AM)Lunch: $10.99 adults/$5.49 children(11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)Dinner: $15.99 adults/$7.99 children (4 PM - 9 PM)Tuesdays - Italian Extravaganza
Friday Break fast: $9.99 adults/$4.99 children(7:45 AM - 11:00 AM)Lunch: $10.99 adults/$5.49 children(11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)Dinner: $20.99 adults/$9.99 children(4 PM - 10 PM)Seafood Dinner Buffet
Saturday Brunch: $12.99 adults/$7.49 children (7:45 AM - 2:00 PM)Dinner: $20.99 adults/$9.99 children(4 PM - 10 PM)Steak, Shrimp and Crab Dinner Buffet

ENTERTAINMENT:
The Eldorado has plenty of unique opportunities for guests.

If you are feeling lucky in love you get married by the Fountain of Fortune. All you need to do is supply the Justice of the Peace……

The Garage Boys will perform at Brew Brothers march 9-15.
10:00p.m. midweek / 10:30p.m. weekends

For all other entertainment options click here