CASINO NATION
Large, small and everything in between, tribal casinos offer some of the best slots, table games and more
By Karrie L. Zukowski
Indian tribes operate some 500 metropolitan and rural gaming locations in 28 states.
In many cases, these have evolved into sophisticated, full-service resorts located in some of America’s most desirable regions. Smaller rural operations have had a bit of a tougher time, but most tribes have learned how to generate the highest revenues while simultaneously helping their communities.
For the player, such growth has brought the thrill of gambling and the casino lifestyle to the masses in a way nobody would have guessed only a few decades ago. What follows is an in-depth description of some of the best tribal properties from across the country. Each has its own merits, nuances, and surprises, but big or small, all are exceptional casinos worthy of your attention.
CLIFF CASTLE CASINO HOTEL
CAMP VERDE, AZ
Experience the perfect place to play. Located just off Interstate 17 an hour north of Phoenix in the heart of Verde Valley wine country, you’ll find Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, voted the number one casino in Arizona for 19 years in a row by Arizona Magazine.
Cliff Castle Casino has stepped up its game, building the first six-story hotel in the Verde Valley. It offers luxury accommodations without the expensive Sedona price tag. Guests can play and stay in comfort and style while enjoying the many attractions Sedona and the Verde Valley have to offer.
Spend the night in the brand new 122 room hotel at Cliff Casino. This six-story hotel tower offers luxurious rooms, workout room, indoor pool and a café featuring Lavazza coffee.
On the main floor, you’ve got direct access to the popular casino, featuring over 650 machines, four restaurants, a 20-lane bowling center and a nightclub which features LIVE music and entertainment.
All casinos may have slot machines and table games, but what they don’t have is the level of commitment to guest satisfaction, friendly team members and a warm and welcoming environment that you’ll find at Cliff Castle Casino.
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel takes slots to a whole new level with special rewards, giveaways and other unexpected ways to win even more. And winning on your favorite slot machine makes it even sweeter. Cliff Castle has a High Limit Slots area, featuring $1 and $5 machines, and a sizable Non-Smoking Slot Area. With new machines arriving all the time, it’s a pretty safe bet that your favorite is among them.
And that’s not all! Put your poker face on. Club 52, a casual poker room, hosts fast-paced tournaments, progressive bad-beat jackpots, and promotions tied to all your favorite poker games. Featured games include Omaha, Spread and Structured Limit Texas Hold ‘em and Shootout. Ongoing promotions include Aces Cracked and Saturday High Hand. Don’t know how to play those games? That’s okay, friendly dealers welcome everyone from the novice to the savvy experienced player.
From the finest tables to professionally trained dealers, Cliff Castle Casino Hotel also offers you a Las Vegas-caliber blackjack experience in a more relaxed and friendly atmosphere. And you don’t have to play like a pro to join the game.
Enjoy multiple dining options from Johnny Rockets The Original Hamburger, to Mountain Springs buffet. At Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, there is a dazzling array of dining options, from elegant dining to grab-and-go snacks. You may have trouble making up your mind, but whatever you choose will be fantastic.
If it’s a gourmet meal you’re looking for, the award-winning Storytellers restaurant offers an amazing dining experience with the freshest, most delicious dishes in the region. With its rock walls and gentle waterfall, Storytellers captures the spirit of ancient Indian dwellings. The name comes from a Native American tradition of passing on history through storytelling. It is the perfect setting for an intimate dinner or small group celebration. The restaurant features a delicious, inventive menu which distinguishes Storytellers as THE place for fine dining in the Verde Valley. For more information on all that Cliff Castle has to offer, visit www.cliffcastlecasinohotel.com.
AGUA CALIENTE CASINOS
RANCHO MIRAGE AND PALM SPRINGS, CA
Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage is a luxurious four-diamond property and full-service re-sort catering to every kind of gambler and featuring an elegant 16-story hotel with spectacular views of the San Bernadino and San Jacinto Mountains.
The casino is a player’s paradise, offering 71,000 square feet of the area’s best gaming with slots, video poker, and table games, plus the valley’s only private poker room and high-limit gaming in an upscale, private atmosphere. Among their mix of games are 1,500 of the hottest slots, 36 table games with all the favorites, including blackjack, commission free mini baccarat, commission free pai gow poker, mystery card roulette, and Hot Water craps, along with the best selection of progressive novelty games in the valley such as three card poker, ultimate Texas hold’em, crazy 4 poker, and the classic let it ride. It’s got it all.
Always a player favorite, Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs sits on nine acres in the heart of downtown Palm Springs and is only a short ride from its sister Agua Caliente property – perfect for a stay at the main resort hotel and then a side trip out.
Table games aficionados will enjoy plenty of excitement at one of 22 table games including, blackjack, commission free pai gow poker, and mystery card roulette. This swanky Palm Springs casino resort also offers the best selection of progressive novelty games in the area such as three card poker, ultimate Texas hold’em, and crazy 4 poker.
Slots fans will enjoy machines of every variety and denomination including favorites like Wonder Woman, Casablanca, Double Bubble, Monopoly Hot Shot, Wheel Of Fortune Cash Link and The Simpsons. Ready to play bigger? Venture over to the updated High Limit Slots and the new High Limit Table Games rooms, both dedicated to serious players who want to concentrate and enjoy their privacy.
In September 2019, Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage received 18 awards in Casino Player Magazine’s annual “Best Of Gaming” issue, with five of those being first place wins. The first place triumphs included Best Overall Gaming Resort, Best Hotel, Best Suite, Best Hotel Lobby, and Best VIP Services.
Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs took away an impressive 10 Best Of Gaming awards overall, including two first-place honors. First place wins for Agua Caliente Palm Springs were Best Roulette and Best Comps. Palm Springs’ favorite casino was also given the second-place award of Casino Where You Feel the Luckiest.
“Agua Caliente Casinos are thrilled that the readers of the casino industry’s leading magazine chose our locations as the places they most want to play and stay” said a representative from Agua Caliente. “Receiving these honors is a testament to the Agua Caliente Casinos’ team members and we are thankful for this extraordinary praise.”
For more information visit www.hotwatercasino.com.
SNOQUALMIE CASINO
SNOQUALMIE, WA
Just minutes from downtown Seattle, Snoqualmie Casino offers fast-paced gaming, star-studded performances, exceptional restaurants and one of the Northwest’s only cigar lounges.
Snoqualmie Casino overlooks the picturesque Snoqualmie Valley with lush trees and mountain views as far as the eye can see. During the summer months guests enjoy outdoor dining at Snoqualmie Casino’s two signature award winning restaurants, Vista Prime Steaks & Seafood and 12 Moons. The stage is always set for biggest names in comedy and music at Seattle’s closest casino. The outdoor plaza provides the perfect backdrop for concerts on warm summer nights while the 10,000 square foot ball-room draws headline acts year-round.
No stranger to special promotions, events and player incentives, Snoqualmie Casino recently received eight Romero Awards for leadership in VIP activations, floor promotions and community outreach at the Casino Marketing & Technology Conference on July 25th. The Romero Awards recognize gaming operators both domestic and abroad who demonstrate creativity and effectiveness in marketing and promotion strategy.
Two of their awards earned the highest Diamond recognition. One being their $10,000,000 Anniversary promotion celebrating the casino’s 10th year of operation, beginning with a 10-carat diamond jewelry give-away and culminating in a four-Jaguar luxury car giveaway, resulting in the then-second highest revenue day in the company’s history. According to Snoqualmie Casino President and CEO Brian Decorah, “The casino provides sustainability for a tribe that had once lost its Federal recognition in 1953 and only recently regained it in 1999. Therefore, the casino’s tenth anniversary represented a major milestone for our team members and the Snoqualmie Tribe. To be honored with an award for this celebration, is well-deserved recognition for our entire team.”
Snoqualmie Casino received its second Diamond award, specific to the VIP category, for its “Get in the Game” event, highlighting the partner-ship between Snoqualmie Casino and the Seattle Seahawks. The event provided casino VIPs exclusive access to the Virginia Mason Athletic Center for an afternoon of punt, pass, and kick challenges as well as interactions with Seahawks Legends. The casino and the Seahawks announced an expanded partnership in November 2018.
“We are extremely proud of our partnership with Snoqualmie Casino,” said Amy Sprangers, Seattle Seahawks Senior Vice President of Revenue. “While we’ve worked closely with Snoqualmie Casino over the past 10 years, the “Get in the Game” event was a great way to launch our expanded partnership.”
Snoqualmie Casino’s eight awards included two more Gold-level awards and further acknowledgment for promotion and community outreach for the casino’s 2018 Cruisin’ into Summer campaign, January’s $100,000 Paradise Giveaway, Lunar New Year Golden Pig Giveaway, VIP Baccarat Tournament, Tis Best Employee program, and community leadership in improving safety along a well-known dangerous Western Washington highway corridor.
For more information about Snoqualmie Casino, visit www.snocasino.com or call 425-888-1234.
7 CLANS CASINOS
NEWKIRK, OK
7 Clans First Council Casino Resort and Waterpark is Oklahoma’s first (and only), Resort Casino with an indoor waterpark, located in Newkirk, Oklahoma. The waterpark is built for the exclusive free use for all hotel guests. When you stay at the hotel, the park is yours to enjoy, seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Along with the waterpark, 7 Clans First Council Casino Resort features two hotel towers with a combined 146 rooms and family style suites. Plus, a brand-new gaming floor overlooking the breath-taking waterpark.
7 Clans Casinos includes five locations that are home to over 2,300 of today’s hottest slots and all your favorite table games including live craps and roulette. 7 Clans also boasts eight decadent dining locations. They have everything from an ice cream parlor to an award-winning steakhouse. There are so many options to choose from.
Hopefully you’ll also get the opportunity to visit one of their incredible entertainment venues, The Cool River Bar, The Council Bluff Event Center, or the Paradise Event Center. You won’t want to miss any of their amazing acts. And while there, make sure you sign up for their free Player’s Club Card, where you’ll instantly start receiving discounts on meals, rooms, fuel and so much more. With five casinos, two hotel towers and an indoor waterpark, they’ve got it all! For more information visit, www.sevenclans.com.
SO MUCH TO DO
There’s always something exciting happening at 7 Clans Casinos. Check frequently to see new promotions and giveaways. At 7 Clans Casinos, you are always free to redeem your points whenever and however you want. No waiting for “special” days that aren’t convenient for you. That’s points freedom. Here are some of the latest Player’s Club Card promotions – you won’t want to miss out on all the fun!
GO OFF-ROAD
Win A Polaris Ranger 500 Side-By-Side UTV. Drawings every Friday now through October 18 from 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Drawings every hour for $100 Council Cash. Visit on October 25 to see if you win the Side-By-Side UTV. Drawings every hour from 6 p.m.–10 p.m. for $100 Council Cash with the grand prize drawing at 11 p.m. Players receive one entry for every 20 points earned through October 25.
PARADISE PARTY PATROL
Paradise is the place to be to win… the fun way! Random rewards drawings at any time throughout the day on Friday and Saturday, from 11 a.m.–3 a.m. Lucky winners will pop a balloon filled with cash or a chance to play a game! Up to $1,000 cash is up for grabs each day.
See Players Club for details.
7 Clans Casinos includes five locations that are home to over 2,300 of today’s hottest slots and all your favorite table games including live craps and roulette.
ILANI DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
RIDGEFIELD, WA
Since opening in April 2017, ilani has welcomed all phases of gaming including 24/7 table games, more than 2,500 slots, and a variety of other gaming, entertainment, and promotional options.
The expansive variety of gaming ilani is able to offer guests has garnered much widespread praise across the region. ilani is the winner of 14 Best of Gaming awards in 2019 from Casino Player Magazine, including Best Casino, Best Comps, Best Players Club Program, Momentum, and Best Video Poker for the third consecutive year! The Ridgefield, Washington property also received first place honors in Best Reel Slots, VIP Services, Best Non-Smoking Casino, and Best Carnival Games.
GAMING
Inside ilani, 100,000 square feet are dedicated to providing visitors with the latest state-of-the-art slot and table games offerings to suit nearly every preference and every level of experience. With more than 2,500 of the latest slots and 75 gaming tables, including a spectacular high-limit room, guests can test their luck at blackjack, craps, roulette, and so much more.
Among the many awards presented to ilani, the property was also named Casino Where You Feel the Luckiest. In addition to feeling lucky at ilani, guests can also experience the power of ilani’s loyalty rewards program, Momentum. Momentum sets ilani apart as the area’s premier gaming, dining, entertainment, and meeting destination. Momentum allows members to earn Momentum Dollars toward incredible prizes and promotions just by playing slots or their favorite table games. Momentum also provides members the opportunity to use their Momentum Dollars at the Cowlitz Crossing gas station and convenience store where you can fill your tank for free with the rewards you earn at ilani!
While ilani provides visitors with the ultimate gaming experience, it is the complete ilani experience that keeps crowds coming back. Inspired restaurants, boutique shops and free live entertainment combined with gaming create a one-of-a-kind getaway. Guests can recharge with some delectable bites from the likes of Smashburger, Chef Jet, i.talia or Taco Cantina, or relax with friends over a sumptuous meal from Michael Jordan’s Steak House, Line & Lure, Rose & Thorn, Longhouse or Tom’s Urban.
To further understand the complete ilani experience, guests are encouraged to attend the ilani Wine & Food Fest. This three-day event taking place on October 25th-27th is a wine and food event like nothing else! With numerous events featuring your favorite celebrity and local chefs, this exciting weekend will provide lasting memories for all in attendance. Start planning your visit today and experience why ilani is known as the region’s premier gaming, dining, entertainment and meeting destination! To learn more about ilani and its offerings, visit www.ilaniresort.com
SILVER REEF CASINO RESORT
FERNDALE, WA
Silver Reef Casino Resort is the premiere destination in Northwest Washington, located just south of Vancouver Canada.
Silver Reef features over 200 luxurious hotel rooms and suites along with a spa and top-rated Golf course. Silver Reef has over 1,100 slot machines on an expansive gaming floor where the action never stops! Take a spin on the slots or experience the adrenaline rush of 17 table games, with plenty of blackjack, pai gow, roulette, and craps options to choose from!
Enjoy intimate fine-dining at The Steak House, voted Best of the Northwest since 2017! Want something more casual? They have excel-lent dining options including handmade wood stone fired pizzas at Piz-zanini, Asian fusion at Panasia or fill your plate at The Buffet by trying one of the daily themed buffets.
In 2018, Silver Reef added one of the top-rated championship golf courses in Washington State, Loomis Trail Golf Course! With water hazards in play on nearly every hole, this challenging course is sure to test both novice and professional golfers throughout the round. Visit Silver Reef Casino Resort, I-5 Exit 260. Where Winning is closer than you think! For more information visit www.silverreefcasino.com.
HIGH WINDS CASINO
MIAMI, OK
While traveling through Oklahoma, whether via interstate 44 or Route 66, you’ll want to stop at High Winds Casino, just east of Miami. Owned and operated by the Ottawa Tribe of Oklahoma since 2006, High Winds is a great place to take a travel break, with several hotels located just minutes away from the casino.
Like us, High Winds is strictly slots, with around 450 games, including a nice mixture of classic and fresh titles. Fun promotions are literally an every-day occurrence; hot seat drawings, free play incentives, and right now during “Born to be Wild” you could win a Kubota RTV or a Wildwood camper!
Thirsty? Check out the High Winds Lounge. There you can enjoy a game of pool or darts, while you rock out on the TouchTunes jukebox with Bose surround sound. Happy Hour drink specials run every week-day 4 p.m.-8 p.m.
Hungry? Ask the locals and you will hear about the food at High Winds Steakhouse. Whether it’s a burger, wrap, pulled pork nachos, or of course juicy steaks… you will not be disappointed with your meal, or the price! There is also great breakfast, served all day!
Visit www.highwindscasino.com for more information.
ELK VALLEY CASINO
CRESCENT CITY, CA
Located on the California coast in the Pacific Northwest, Elk Valley Casino is not only a local destination but also a tourist’s destination near the giant redwood trees and sandy beaches. Elk Valley Casino, owned by the Elk Valley Rancheria tribe, features 300+ slot machines, The Deck Card Room, table games, bingo hall, gift shop and restaurant. The Full House Bar & Grill is having a new fall menu release and will now be offering pizza, with all cheese locally supplied from Rumiano Cheese Factory here in Crescent City.
Elk Valley Casino has a gaming experience for everyone with a vast selection of the newest slot machines, including traditional reels or video slots, as well as pai gow poker and blackjack tables open daily. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year, Elk Valley Casino strives to bring you Big Game! For more information, visit www.elkvalleycasino.com.
ONEIDA CASINO
ONEIDA, WI
Oneida Casino is the official casino of the Green Bay Packers. Conveniently located in Green Bay, WI, just across the road from Austin Straubel International Airport, it is the premiere gaming destination for NE Wisconsin, offering more than 2,400 total slot and video games at five locations. Other gaming options include table games, OTB, poker, and bingo.
Between its West Mason location and Airport Drive location, Oneida Casino offers the largest selection of slot and video games in non-smoking areas in the state of Wisconsin, with a total of over 500 non-smoking games. Anyone age 21 and older can join their Players Club to earn various rewards and benefits—membership is free. Oneida Casino provides live entertainment in the lounge at its Airport Drive location. For more information, visit www.OneidaCasino.net.
HARRAH’S CHEROKEE CASINOS
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort is located in Cherokee, NC. The casino has 150,000 square feet of gaming space with over 3,600 slot games and 150 traditional table games such as blackjack, roulette and craps. The property also features over 1,100 hotel rooms, the Le Fu Men gaming area, 10 restaurants, the luxurious 18,000-square-foot Mandara Spa and seven retail shops. Guests have privileged access to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indian-owned Sequoyah National Golf Club. The resort is also home to the UltraStar Multi-tainment center which features 24 bowling lanes, an arcade, and bars.
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel is located near Murphy, NC. The property features 50,000 square feet of gaming space with over 1,000 slot games and 70 traditional table games, The Food Market, The Landing Café and a 300-room, full-service hotel. Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel also hosts the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center which features 16 bowling lanes, an arcade and two bars. Harrah’s Cherokee Casinos will be opening a Sportbook later this fall. For more information, visit www.caesars.com/harrahs-cherokee.
FORTUNE BAY RESORT CASINO
TOWER, MN
Fortune Bay Resort Casino is nestled away on the shores of Lake Vermilion in northeastern Minnesota. Fortune Bay, which is proudly owned and operated by the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa, features a 173-room resort, expansive pool area, marina, RV Park, three restaurants, a bar, full-conference center, museum, gift shop and one of the top golf courses in the state!
This property is well known for its four seasons of fun as there is a bevy of activities that appeal to everyone. That includes year-round trophy fishing, watercraft rentals, golf, dining, entertainment and of course, 24/7 gaming.
The two-floor casino features over 800 slots games, 10 blackjack tables, and a poker room. Guests love the perks they receive with our attractive player’s club and award-winning service from our attentive staff.
Check out fortunebay.com to see why people love to call Fortune Bay Resort Casino their home away from home! For more information visit www.fortunebay.com.
COUSHATTA CASINO RESORT
KINDER, LA
Step into a world of glitz, gaming, and Southern hospitality at the Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Louisiana. From slots to table games to championship golf, this property has something for everyone— including some of the loosest slots in the region, as certified by Strictly Slots magazine.
Coushatta is a premier casino destination offering 100,000 square feet of casino space with 2,800 slots and more than 70 table games. Settle in for a great game of blackjack, take a spin on roulette, get in on a craps game where cheers break out over a roll of the dice. Play pai gow, mini-baccarat, let it ride, three card poker, or put on your “poker face” for Texas hold ‘em or Omaha in the huge live Poker Room.
If you’re looking for the hottest new slots or traditional favorites, the selection at Coushatta Casino Resort can’t be beat, with more than 900 traditional spinning reel games, more than 1,600 video slots with the best payback in the region.
Coushatta also offers the best in dining and lodging options. For a flavorful steak, visit the Big Sky Steakhouse or for some great Louisiana seafood like gumbos, oysters on the half shell, or fried seafood dishes, Gumbeaux’s Oyster & Sports Bar fits the bill perfectly. And don’t miss the Seven Clans Buffet. Enjoy a large variety of cuisines, a salad bar and live cooking stations – plus a decadent dessert bar! With seven more restaurants and bars, there is something for every appetite.
For an overnight or weekend stay, Coushatta has four options. Top of the list is the Grand Hotel. Coushatta’s flagship luxury hotel, The Grand Hotel has been completely renovated into an adult-exclusive property, ages 21 and up, offering a relaxing and refreshing escape. From the elegantly appointed rooms and suites of Seven Clans Hotel, to the luxurious lakefront RV and chalet resort at Red Shoes Park, you will enjoy the ultimate in amenities and service for any price range.
For more information, visit www.CoushattaCasinoResort.com.
KICKAPOO LUCKY EAGLE CASINO HOTEL
EAGLE PASS, TX
Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino Hotel, owned and operated by the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas, is the largest casino in Texas.
Established in 1996 and nestled along the Rio Grande River in Eagle Pass, the casino provides 24-hour gaming excitement. It features over 3,300 slots, a private poker room, and live bingo.
An Ihop and a new Marketplace, inclusive of Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, Wok Inn Asian Café and other local establishments, are set to open in the fall, adding to the variety of delicious dining options available. The full-service hotel boasts 249 rooms and suites. Weekend live entertainment and monthly promotions, often featuring cash or car giveaways, rounds out a winning experience for guests. For more information, visit www.luckyeagletexas.com.
NORTHERN QUEST RESORT & CASINO
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA
With Vegas-style gaming, 250 luxurious hotel rooms and suites, an award-winning spa, star-studded entertainment, and more than a dozen Northern Quest Resort & Casino delicious dining options, the toughest decision you’ll have to make at Northern Quest Resort & Casino is what to do next!
Northern Quest features 1,650 of the newest and most popular slot machines on the market, as well as 37 table games. Having recently completed a $20 million expansion project, the inland Northwest’s premiere destination resort just keeps getting bigger and better. Check out Kids Quest and Cyber Quest, an hourly drop-in children’s entertainment center and family-friendly arcade. Or sit back, relax and enjoy tasty shareables at the all new Riverbank Taphouse, while you peruse the extensive list of 52 beers, wines and hard ciders on tap. Or even make plans to stay at the new 17-acre RV Resort, featuring 67 luxury, back-in and pull-through sites as well as 18 tiny cottages. Find all this and more at Northern Quest Resort & Casino. For more information, visit www.northernquest.com.
FOUR WINDS CASINOS
MICHIGAN AND INDIANA
With four locations in Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana, the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos are the premier gaming destinations in the Midwest. This includes Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, MI which opened in 2007, followed by Four Winds Hartford in 2011, Four Winds Dowagiac in 2013, and Four Winds South Bend in January 2018.
At Four Winds New Buffalo, players can find penny slots up to $100 machines, on more than 2,400 slot machines including some of the area’s biggest jackpots with progressives starting at $100,000. Four Winds South Bend features a 10 table live poker room and 1,400 of the latest games ranging from $.01 to $25. Four Winds Dowagiac and Four Winds Hartford features a variety of table games, slot machines, and endless fun.
Players that join Four Winds Casino’s W Club receive more points, better perks, and faster rewards than any other regional casino players club. Offers and promotions can be accessed at any Four Winds Casino location. More information is available at www.fourwindscasino.com.
INDIAN HEAD CASINO
WARM SPRINGS, OR
Featuring 30,000 square feet of gaming space, Indian Head Casino is located on US-26 heading to Central Oregon’s recreational play ground in Warm Springs, Oregon.
With everything from penny machines to black-jack, you’re in luck at Indian Head Casino when it comes to finding your game. The newest and likely your favorite slots are here! The friendly staff and down-home ambiance in this comfortable and sparkling casino make it a local and visitors favorite spot.
The action never stops, and their casino promotions give players a chance to win cash, bonus slot play, vehicles & more! Indian Head Casino offers six tables for your gaming pleasure, all located in the heart of our exciting, action-packed casino floor, our friendly dealers are ready for you to join the game. You’ll find two food outlets to choose from and our cozy sit-down lounge. Plus, enjoy the excitement of going head-to-head with other players in exciting tournaments and events!
Their newest enterprise is just 12 miles south in Madras at the Plateau Travel Plaza. A full-service truck and travel plaza with a 30-seat class II game room, grab-n-go deli counter and Three Teepee’s Café for a sit-down dining experience. For more information, visit www.indianheadcsino.com
KONOCTI VISTA CASINO RESORT & MARINA
LAKEPORT, CA
Konocti Vista Casino Resort & Marina (KVC) is owned and operated by the Big Valley Rancheria and located two hours from both San Fran-cisco and Sacramento. KVC offers over 300 of the latest and loosest slots in Northern California. KVC is a full destination resort that includes a 90 slip marina, 78 lakeside hotel rooms with full convenience store, 74 space full-service RV park, Valentino’s Restaurant, Point Bar with separate lounge and pool table areas, full service conference space, entertainment venue, and coming soon, a brand new arcade for the kids while you relax and enjoy your adult time. Across the street is a smoke/gift shop and Mission Grown Medicinals Dispensary that are also owned by the Tribe.
Lake County has been home to Big Valley Rancheria for over 12,000 years and has much to offer, such as wine tasting, hiking, boating on California’s largest natural lake – and one of the best bass fishing lakes in the country, or just get-ting away from it all and relaxing in the beauty that rural Lake County has to offer. Whether an adult or family getaway, come check out Konocti vista Casino & Resort, it’s your best bet on the lake. For more information, visit www.konocti-vista-casino.com.
DESERT DIAMOND CASINOS & ENTERTAINMENT
ARIZONA
The Desert Diamond Casinos are no diamonds in the rough. They are the finely cut gaming jewels of Arizona, offering the area unsurpassed gambling options, fine dining, a pulse pounding nightclub and first-rate entertainment venues.
An enterprise of the Tohono O’odham Nation, Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment has been in the gaming and entertainment business for almost 30 years, beginning in 1985 with the opening of Papago Bingo in the Tucson area. In 1993, the first official Desert Diamond Casino was opened on Nogales Highway in Tucson. Six years later, a smaller facility opened in Why, Arizona and a third Desert Diamond Casino near Sahuarita followed suit in 2001. The most recent addition to the Desert Diamond family in West Valley opened its doors in December 2015 and broke ground on December 1, 2017 on the permanent, full-scale home for its Desert Diamond West Valley Casino. Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise is also planning future phases of construction, including a hotel, spa and other resort amenities.
At Desert Diamond, there’s always a game, exhilarating action and jackpots awaiting guests on the casino floor. Take a spin on any of the latest and hottest slots or go for that elusive royal flush on one of the countless video poker machines. Test your skills with around-the-clock blackjack and poker tables. You can even enjoy popular poker games like Texas hold’em and Omaha hi/lo split, so grab a seat at the table or join in on one of their exciting poker tournaments.
When it’s time to chow down and you’re at the Tucson location, get ready for some good times and amazing food at Diamond Café – just steps away from the casino floor. Or if it’s variety you seek, Ko:Sin Ki: Buffet has a full menu of options to satisfy everyone in your group. From Sunday brunches to seafood dinners, Ko:Sin Ki: Buffet has it all. And if you want to keep the excitement alive, join in on a dance party or take in a live show with big name entertainers at Monsoon Nightclub.
With everything you need for a good time, Desert Diamond Casino is easily Tucson’s favorite place to stay and play. For more information on their latest deals, entertainment headliners and promotions, check out www.ddcaz.com.
SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO TAMPA
TAMPA, FL
Owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, the AAA Four Diamond rated hotel is also one of the largest casinos in the United States and home to award-winning entertainment, gaming and dining. Renovations and expansions set to debut Fall 2019 include a new hotel tower with 500+ rooms, three ultra-lavish pools and a total of 223,900 square feet of gaming space. The property – with recent expansions to its state-of-the-art Poker Room, Mezzanine Level Casino/Rock Walk, Orient Road Garage – just unveiled a new Rock Spa & Salon, meeting space, entertainment venue and arrival experience. Catering to guests and locals alike, new food and beverage options will be revealed. For more information visit www.seminolehardrocktampa.com.
DOWNSTREAM CASINO RESORT
QUAPAW, OK
Downstream Casino Resort is Northeast Oklahoma’s largest and most luxurious full-service casino resort. Located in the “extreme” corner of the state – also touching Kansas and Missouri – Downstream features 374 exquisite hotel rooms, five restaurants including the award winning fine-dining Red Oak Steakhouse, the Nee Spa, 30,000 feet of convention/meeting and banquet space, a championship golf course, 36 table games and 2,000 of the newest, most popular slot machines in the Indian Gaming industry.
“We lead the industry in slots,” said Down-stream Slots Director John Boyce. “We have everything from video poker to the brand new James Bond Game and all of your favorite ‘buffalo’ games with denominations ranging from pennies to $25 games. We are constantly updating the selections and refreshing the gaming floor.”
Customer service is Downstream’s trademark difference-maker. For slot players that means quick payouts, helpful directions, prompt beverage service and the greatest promotions and tournaments in the area, Boyce said.
Every guest is treated like a VIP, wherever they may be in the resort. Downstream General Manager Jani Cummings said: “We like to create the complete luxury resort experience in every facet of our guests’ visits.
The excitement of the games, the concerts, the restaurants, hotel and spa accommodations; it all adds up to a superior, memorable experience.” For more information, visit www.downstreamcasino.com.
COMANCHE NATION ENTERTAINMENT
OKLAHOMA
Welcome to the family of Comanche Nation Entertainment casinos, home of great food, the nicest folks on the planet and loosest slots around. You’d be hard pressed to find a more hospitable collection of casinos anywhere than Comanche Red River Hotel Casino in Devol, OK (a stone’s throw from the Oklahoma-Texas border near Wichita Falls, TX), Comanche Nation Casino in Lawton, OK, Comanche Star Casino in Walters, OK and Comanche Spur Casino in Elgin, OK. They’re famous for their friendly faces and warm welcomes. And between the loose machines and the all-new Comanche Rewards Club with its accelerated rewards schedule, smiling faces are just as common a sight on our players as they are on our staff! Comanche players have a saying, “Win more. Play longer.” And that’s exactly what they do. Every single day! Stop in. Give them a spin. Get ready to win. For more information, visit www.comanchenationentertainment.com.
CHINOOK WINDS CASINO RESORT
LINCOLN, OR
In 2020 Chinook Winds Casino Resort is celebrating 25 years in style with captivating headline entertainment, signature events and the largest fireworks show on the Oregon Coast. Gaming has never been more diverse with the addition of the Sports Wagering Lounge complimenting table game choices, Bingo and everyone’s favorite slots. The oceanfront resort hosts a hotel where visitors can walk outside their door and enjoy the beautiful Pacific Ocean or just take a short drive to Chinook Winds Golf Resort for a day on the course.
In addition to the many offerings, visitors have a bevy of choices available to them in the surrounding town of Lincoln City, including outlet shopping, antique shops, two golf courses and art galleries. When it comes to enjoying nature’s beauty and bounty few areas can compete with west-ern Oregon. From fishing on Devil’s Lake, the Siletz River and or the Pacific Ocean, to hiking the multiple nearby trails or kayaking the bay, the area’s majestic forests offer opportunities to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city without losing the comforts. For more information, visit www.chinookwindscasino.com.
SANTA ANA STAR CASINO HOTEL
SANTA ANA PUEBLO, NM
Located just north of Albuquerque, Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel combines state-of-the-art gaming with an infusion of New Mexican charm.
Experience exceptional guest service and unmatched quality gaming at Santa Ana Star with more than 1,600 slot machines and 22 live-action table games. Take your casino experience to the next level when you visit The Star’s sportsbook, the first in New Mexico. Relax and unwind at The Star’s beautiful, brand-new hotel featuring 204 rooms with 28 suites and heated indoor swimming pool, hot tub and more! For a night of excitement, The Stage is Albuquerque’s favorite entertainment venue, featuring world-famous comedians and a variety of entertainment acts. Compliment your night with an elegant meal at The Star’s newest restaurant, Juniper Steakhouse.
So, whether it’s for a night out or a night in, Santa Ana Star Casino Hotel can’t wait to be your destination! For more information, visit www.santaanastar.com.
TESUQUE CASINO
SANTA FE, NM
Tesuque Casino offers everything you’d expect from a casino – great gaming, exciting promotions and exceptional service – plus a few things you might not.
From two-story-high windows that lend the gaming floor a bright and airy atmosphere, to nightly entertainment options and an outdoor patio with panoramic views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, Tesuque Casino invites you to indulge your senses while leaving your cares at the door.
The Cottonwood Kitchen features an open concept, making it easy for you to transition from playing your favorite slots or table games, to enjoying intimate musical performances or savoring a delicious meal.
Experience a higher level of service and entertainment, just minutes from the historic Plaza, at Santa Fe’s newest casino – Tesuque Casino. For more information visit www.tesuquecasino.com.
4 BEARS CASINO & LODGE
NEW TOWN, ND
4 Bears Casino, just west of New Town, ND, is North Dakota’s winning destination for gaming, live entertainment, dining, lodging, outdoor water park and conventions. Located on beautiful Lake Sakakawea, 4 Bears offers marina and lake access.
Open 24 hours, the casino operates over 700 slot machines and a variety of table games. Lodging accommodations include 220 spacious hotel rooms, 115 spaces in their RV Park and cabins alongside Lake Sakakawea. Luxury yacht rides with breathtaking views of Lake Sakakawea also available.
Plans are also underway for several new amenities and features in 2020. A new C Store and car wash, along with a new hotel tower featuring a top floor restaurant, complete with incredible views of Lake Sakakawea and the legendary Four Bears Bridge. Visit them at www.4BearsCasino.com.
APACHE CASINO HOTEL
LAWTON, OK
The Apache Casino Hotel is operated by the Fort Sill Apache Tribe and the property recently celebrated its 20th anniversary in August. The complex consists of a well-appointed casino with over 900 machines, live entertainment and a variety of table games featuring Las Vegas style roulette and craps. Culinary choices include a casual dining restaurant, the Apache Grill and a Starbucks coffee and snack outlet. The hotel has 132 stylish rooms with a salt water pool, gym and banquet space. The 10,000 square foot Entertainment Center, which opened in 2017, seats 1250 fans and has hosted scores of concerts and events that are a very welcome addition to the South West Oklahoma.
Upcoming events include Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee on Oct.25; and Three Dog Night on Nov. 22. For more information, visit www.apachecasinohotel.com.
MOHEGAN GAMING & ENTERTAINMENT
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment offers an extensive array of immersive, extraordinary experiences across eight unique properties worldwide that include: Mohegan Sun in CT; Mohegan Sun Pocono in PA; Resorts Casino Hotel in NJ; ilani in WA; and Paragon Casino Resort in LA.
From the breathtaking views of the Pacific Northwest’s magnificent mountains to the mesmerizing Niagara Falls in Ontario to the tranquil tides of the Atlantic shoreline at Atlantic City’s boardwalk, their destinations offer non-stop action and excitement with the most sought after instances of nature’s beauty as the backdrop.
Nestled along Connecticut’s Thames River, offering two world-class hotel towers and luxury spas, over 80 dining and shopping options, end-less gaming, and thrilling entertainment at every turn, Mohegan Sun continues to be the premier entertainment and gaming destination in the Northeast.
Currently under development in Korea, INSPIRE Entertainment Resort will offer guests a true integrated entertainment resort featuring an indoor water park and Paramount Pictures theme park.
Explore Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment’s properties at www.mohegangaming.com
CHUMASH CASINO RESORT
SANTA YNEZ, CA
Nestled in Santa Barbara County’s wine country, the Chumash Casino Re-sort offers a 24/7 gaming floor, a AAA Four Diamond-rated hotel, a full-service spa, a rooftop pool deck and several restaurants, including the award-winning Willows fine-dining experience.
The 240,000-square-foot gaming complex features 2,400 slot machines, 45 table games, a 12-table poker room, bingo, daily prize giveaways and the popular “Weekly Wheels” giveaway, which awards a car to a lucky guest every week.
The complex also includes the Samala Showroom, a 15,000-square-foot facility used for bingo, concerts (1,400-seat capacity) and boxing/MMA (1,330-seat capacity). The upcoming fall entertainment calendar is high-lighted by Johnny Mathis w/ Special Guest Gary Mule Deer (Oct.18), J Balvin (Oct.23-24), Three Dog Night (Nov.1) and 38 Special (Nov.22). The Chumash Casino Resort Hotel offers 320 rooms, including 58 suites, a 15,000-square-foot rooftop pool deck and a full-service spa that features nine luxurious treatment rooms.
For more information, visit www.chumashcasino.com.
