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MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, Named Best Casino in the US
2023-09-05
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There is always something to do in Vegas, even if you do not gamble. Suppose you can resist the allure of endless slot machines, poker rooms, and roulette tables. In that case, casinos offer delicious food and drinks, live entertainment, and spas for the best possible experience.
Forbes magazine estimates that the casino industry in the US alone is now worth over $53 billion.
Millions of Americans are flocking to the casinos each year. Research by Slots of Vegas has identified the top 10 casinos in the US. Over 300 casinos in the US were included in the survey.
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The research team used data from TripAdvisor, scoring the casinos out of 10 based on the percentage of reviews that were either “excellent” or “very good.”
With a score of 9.1 out of 10, the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, takes first place as the best casino in the US. The casino boasts 6,852 rooms and stunning views of The Las Vegas Strip. The casino also hosts some of the biggest names in music, comedy, magic, and more to entertain guests.
You can catch Usher, Cirque du Soleil, America’s Got Talent, and more. The hotel contains a spa to relax and unwind, and you can also book a flight on an incredible helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon.
With a score of 8.7, three casinos tie for second place. First up is the Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, another member of the MGM family. This luxury casino offers a high-limit lounge, an exclusive space to play peacefully without the crowds you’ll typically find at casinos.
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The Tulalip Resort Casino in Tulalip, Washington, also scored 8.7. Tulalip is one of the largest casinos in America and one of the most expensive. The casino is situated directly on Puget Sound, so it has access to fishing, dining, shopping, and more.
Finally, Thunder Valley Casino Resort scored 8.7 out of 10 in Lincoln, California. Thunder Valley boasts 250,000 square feet of gaming, is close to golf resorts, nightlife, and restaurants, and is within driving distance of Napa Valley wine. The resort’s spa offers massages, facials, and a two-hour retreat.
Next is The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, with a score of 8.5. The Venetian is one of the most well-known casinos in America and one of the largest in the nation. Due to its popularity, the Venetian attracts some of the best performers in the world. Top acts are regularly seen at the resort throughout the year.
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City, New Jersey, is next with a score of 7.9. This resort boasts five indoor and outdoor pools on-site and a two-story spa. It’s also extremely close to the beaches, making it an excellent summer break choice.
Wind Creek Casino in Atmore, Alabama, is next with a score of 7.8. Alabama might not be the first place you consider casinos in America, but the Wind Creek Atmore is one of the largest in the USA. The casino has over 1,700 games, a spa, a golf club, fantastic dining, and live entertainment.
Scoring 7.7 is Caeser’s Atlantic City in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Arguably one of the most famous casinos in the US, the resort has 1,141 rooms and over 3,400 slot machines. All within walking distance is nearby shopping, boardwalk activity, and nightlife.
Foxwoods Casino in Ledyard, Connecticut, scored 7.1 out of 10. This casino has almost 2,300 hotel rooms and live shows every few nights.
Finally, rounding off the list of the top 10 casinos in the US is the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Gold Coast is one of the largest casinos in the USA, and the resort has six sister casinos you can also visit. Fan favorites at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino include Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker, and the Koi Grand Fu Wheel.
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Douglas Pilarski is an award-winning Writer and Journalist based on the West Coast. He writes about luxury goods, exotic cars, horology, tech, food, lifestyle, equestrian and rodeo, and millionaire travel. He is a regular contributor to Newsbreak.com and Medium.com.
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