It’s also very close to the other casinos in Downtown Las Vegas. Many of those slot machines are actually the old-fashioned ones with the coins, giving El Cortez an old-school Vegas feel. They claim their slots are 40% looser than the casinos on the Strip, which seems accurate considering how often you win here. Overview: El Cortez is one of the most popular casinos in Las Vegas for seniors. (This article may contain affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you make a purchase.) El Cortez Hotel & Casino