Left; Belterra Casino Resort, Vevay, IN. Right: Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall, Tunica, MS.
All we can say about this property is, WOW! And although the 38,000 square foot casino isn’t the most spacious, the attention to detail in the resort’s décor and amenities are second to none. Guests enjoy a full Vegas-style casino, premium steakhouse dining, elegant rooms, first class spa, pool with bar and cabanas, and a Tom Fazio-designed golf course. Whether you’re catching a show in the 1,500-seat showroom or just going to ‘get your gamble on,’ you can’t go wrong with a trip to Belterra. CASINO AZTAR
(Evansville, IN) 1-800-342-5386 | CasinoAztar.com Features: Hotel, fine dining, fitness center As the first casino to open in Indiana, Casino Aztar is the pioneer of casinos in the area and has truly withstood the test of time. The casino itself occupies 48,000 square feet and offers an array of table games and machines. And, the property boasts incredible dining; with choices from the seafood and steak dishes at Cavanaugh’s, to the more casual atmosphere at Ri Ra Irish Pub, to the swanky feel of Blush Ultralounge, located on the first floor of the boutique hotel, La Merigot. There’s something for everyone and every taste bud. With so many options in addition to gambling, you may want to consider a two-day stay when making reservations.
M ISSISSIPPI GOLD STRIKE CASINO RESORT
(Tunica, MS) 1-888-245-7829 | GoldStrike.com Features: Hotel, fine dining, entertainment venue, indoor pool, fitness center One of the tallest buildings in the state, this 31-story hotel is hard to miss. Regarded as one of the ultra-premium casinos in the region, this property feat u res t he rema rk able Chicago Steakhouse, a 50,000 square foot casino, an 800-seat theatre, indoor pool and more. Conveniently located in Casino Center alongside two other casino properties, make Gold Strike your ‘home base’ for an entire weekend of fun! SAM’S TOWN HOTEL & GAMBLING HALL
(Tunica, MS) 1-800-456-0711 SamsTownTunica.com Features: Hotel, fine dining, concert venue, golf course, pool, fitness center, shopping Whether you’re looking for excitement or relaxation, you can find it at Tunica’s award-winning, Sam’s Town Casino Hotel & Gambling Hall. The property boasts the charm of the old west mixed with a side of Southern hospitality, creating a downhome, comfortable atmosphere. But when it comes to gambling and entertainment,
it’s all business. Sam’s Town has taken first place in our Southern Gaming Best of Awards for Best Entertainment in Tunica multiple times, and the casino has a great layout that utilizes two entire floors. Stay in one of the 850 guests rooms, or upgrade to one of the plush suites – they’re pretty sweet! BEAU RIVAGE RESORT & CASINO
(Biloxi, MS) 1-888-750-7111 | BeauRivage.com Features: Hotel with coast views, spa, salon, fine dining, concert venue, golf course, pool, fitness center, shopping From the moment you walk into the lobby at Beau Rivage, you will notice the meticulous attention to detail in everything from the polished Italian marble floors, to the fresh flowers throughout the atrium. Nothing is short of perfect, including premium restaurants, Jia (a Southern Gaming favorite) and BR Prime, as well as the more casual choices like The Buffet, Terrace Café and Memphis Q. And when the sun goes down, things at Coast Nightclub really heat up. Don’t pass up a chance to visit this Gulf Coast jewel. HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO
(Biloxi, MS) 1-877-877-6256 | HardRockBiloxi.com Features: Hotel with coast views, spa, salon, fine dining, concert venue, pool, f itness center, unique Rock & Roll memorabilia SOUTHERNGAMING.COM
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