It's a secured area with VERY secure check in. The BEST part of this for families, in addition to the pool area, is the Kid Zone child care.

If you want a really great buffet, head north to Harrah's. The buffet here is pretty good most of the time. It's on the Fort Mohave reservation, which means they can also sell all kinds of fireworks, since it's tribal land. On the downside, the Avi is about 10 miles south of the rest of Laughlin. There is also a 'beachfront' area, where a small cove was carved out, so you can also sit on the beach, ride personal watercraft, and enjoy the river. The casino is pretty clean, and has non-smoking areas. In the complex, there is a theater and food court, in addition to the casino. For kids, there is a LOT of swimming area, and there is even a waterfall. For the adults, there are shallow areas into which you can place your chair, and there is a bar area inside the pool area. It's massive, very enjoyable, and has wonderful views of the Colorado River. One of the best things about the hotel is the pool. However, since discovering the Avi, we almost always come here to stay. Years ago, we used to go to the Edgewater, and put up with their dirty casino, small (and cold) pool area.

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