If you are traveling anywhere in the area of the Hoover Dam, it is definitely worth staying here. It is a different sort of casino, has great views of Lake Mead and is close to the Hoover Dam and more. In this article, I tell you what you need to know about this great place.
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Location
As mentioned above, it is only a few minutes from the Hoover Dam, so if you’re planning a visit to the dam this is a nice place to go after a day of exploring. It’s right down the road from the entrance to Lake Mead and has room for parking a boat trailer. If you are traveling from Arizona or further east and heading west to Las Vegas or California or heading east from California or Las Vegas this is a great place to make a pit stop. Another benefit is that it is right outside of Boulder City.
Hotel
The hotel offers two types of rooms, Deluxe or standard. Obviously, the deluxe is a little larger, but the big difference is the views from these rooms. The deluxe rooms offer great views of Lake Mead, like the picture above. One advantage to the standard room that will be important to some people is that they do allow pets. Room amenities for both are normal: tv, wi-fi and they also come with microwaves and mini fridges. The best part? No Resort fee.
Casino
This is not your normal casino. It is made up of 5 different casinos that each have their own food menus, slot machines, and other amenities. There is a bar in 4 of them and 2 of them have pool tables. The 5 casinos are Dotty’s, The Red Dragon, Bourbon Street, La Villita and Points! casino. If you get a player’s card, it is good in all 5 casinos. In total there are over 300 slot machines here. At Points! casino, all the slot machines earn you a different point multiplier. Your points can be used to purchase gifts that they have available or turned into free play. We mostly go to Dotty’s, Points! and La Villita. Between Dotty’s and Points! there is a wide variety of machines. They have newer ones like Huff ‘n Puff more and Carnival, some favorites such as, Dragon Link, Dancing Drums & Lock- it -Link, and some old favorites such as Coyote Moon and Lil’ Red. I like going to La Villita because they have a Lotteria and Dia De Los Muertos slot machines. For locals this can be a great place because your points can add up pretty fast. There is also a daily bingo. Please see this Video for some of our slot play.
Dining
As I mentioned before, all of the casinos have their own menus for food and most of them have a bar. There are tables to enjoy your meal in each casino. There is also the Big Horn Cafe, which has a full menu and serves breakfast all day. This is a nice choice to just sit and relax away from the casino. We enjoy eating here when we want a breakfast or quick lunch. There is also a bar on casino floor.
Amenities
If you’re not a big gambler, there is a pool where you can relax or go to the arcade, which is open 24/7, for some fun. The hotel and casino have a lot of information about the history of the dam and Boulder City throughout them. If you like history, I encourage you to walk around and take it all in. Lastly, stop at the General store and do some shopping.
Conclusion
Not only does this lodge offer a place to spend a night or two, but it has a casino for those who love to gamble. The location is great for anyone who wants to explore the dam, spend time at Lake Mead or stroll through Boulder City. There are so many things to do just in this area. Visit Boulder City to do some shopping from antique shops to jewelry stores, or some really unique stores. Visit a great restaurant here and learn some history about the town. Of course, the Hoover dam is a must see, but don’t miss out on Lake Mead. You can hike, do some boating or just relax on the many beaches. And while you’re making your way around make sure to stop at Hemenway Park and see the Big Horn Sheep. This is a great area for an adventure. We hope to help people with their research when looking for places to visit and help them decide if this place is right for you. Hope this inspires you to visit the area, but if not then find your adventure and have fun!!