Top 10 · 2026

Resort stays from the Northwoods to the St. Lawrence

Top 10 Casino Hotels

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Hotels picked for people who travel for the stay itself: a decent bed, a pool worth the swim, a spa hour and a pleasant drive in. We weigh lodging, food, surroundings and access. Our operator's own resort sits at #1 with a plain label; the other nine were placed by editorial judgement alone.

Updated: 2026

Side by side

One glance across all ten. Amenities get renovated or rescheduled, so double-check anything you rely on with the hotel itself.

Setting, pools, spa, shows and nearest airport for all ten hotels
Hotel	Setting	Pools	Spa	Stage or show	Airport	Best for
1. Island Resort & Casino	UP crossroads village	Water-park pool + adults pool	Yes, Drift Spa	Island Showroom	ESC or GRB	Family pool days
2. Lake of the Torches Resort Casino	Northwoods lake district	Indoor pool	Ask the hotel	Banquet and event rooms	RHI	Family pool days
3. Menominee Casino Resort	Forest and river country	Indoor pool	Ask the hotel	Event rooms	GRB	Family pool days
4. Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola	State-line edge of Fort Smith	Ask the hotel	Ask the hotel	Event centre	FSM	Road trip & RV
5. Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland	Interstate exit	Ask the hotel	No dedicated spa known	Lounge	FSM	Road trip & RV
6. Silver Slipper Casino Hotel	Beachfront	Outdoor pool	Ask the hotel	Lounge music	GPT or MSY	Family pool days
7. The D Las Vegas	Pedestrian downtown	Ask the hotel	No dedicated spa known	Street canopy shows	LAS	City evenings
8. Edgewater Casino Resort	Colorado River bank	Outdoor pool	Ask the hotel	Ask the hotel	IFP or LAS	Family pool days
9. The Greenbrier	Mountain valley estate	Indoor pool	Yes, The Greenbrier Spa	Bunker tour	LWB	Spa unwinding
10. Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu	Clifftop above the river	Indoor + outdoor pools	Yes, full-service	Lounges	YQB	Spa unwinding

The ten hotels

Narrow the ten using the region and trip buttons below; each card ends with a link to the official hotel website.

Region

Trip type

Showing 10 of 10 hotels

Publisher's own resort: the Hannahville Indian Community runs this site and owns this hotel, so it leads the list

Island Resort & Casino

Harris, Upper Peninsula, Michigan

Publisher's own resort

Rooms & facilities

Guest rooms and suites spread across the original hotel and a newer tower wing, with Horizons Steakhouse up on the top floor of the newer building.

Splash Island pool area with water-park features
Adults-only saltwater pool
Drift Spa: massage, facials, hair and nails, steam and sauna
Firekeeper's Restaurant, Horizons Steakhouse and quick-bite counters
Island Showroom for touring concerts and comedy
Seasonal RV park
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

Two very different water spaces under one roof: a splashy family zone and a quieter saltwater pool kept for grown-ups.

Best for: Upper Peninsula road trippers, families who want a pool day in any weather, and couples booking spa time.

Practical

Fly into Escanaba (ESC) or Green Bay (GRB), then continue by road; no transfer is implied, so arrange a car.
The RV park runs seasonally; confirm opening dates and hook-ups before towing in.
Ask the front desk about the minimum check-in age and any resort fee on your dates.

Check availability

More details

Our operator, the Hannahville Indian Community, owns this property, which is why it sits at the top. The resort lies on the US 2 and 41 corridor between Escanaba and Menominee, so it suits a drive along the northern shore of Lake Michigan. Showroom dates change through the year; check the official calendar before you plan around a concert.

Lake of the Torches Resort Casino

Lac du Flambeau, Northwoods Wisconsin

Lake-country stopover

Rooms & facilities

A hotel wing of standard rooms and suites; ask for current layouts, since the resort has refreshed spaces over time.

Indoor pool and whirlpool
Sit-down restaurant and a casual grill
Meeting and banquet space
Lac du Flambeau lakes and trails close by
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

It sits inside the Lac du Flambeau reservation, ringed by lakes, so paddling and shoreline walks are a short drive from the lobby.

Best for: Summer cabin-country drivers, small reunions and anyone pairing a lake weekend with a warm pool.

Practical

Rhinelander's regional airport (RHI) is the nearest air link; confirm current routes, then drive.
Winter roads in the Northwoods can be slow; leave daylight margin in the cold season.
Ask about resort fees, parking and the check-in age when you reserve.

Check availability

More details

The Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa runs this resort. Local museum and cultural events in town are worth asking about at the desk, since schedules shift with the season.

Menominee Casino Resort

Keshena, Wisconsin

Forest-edge lodging

Rooms & facilities

Hotel rooms and suites in a low-rise building; request a quieter side if you are travelling with sleepers.

Indoor pool
On-site restaurants
Event and conference rooms
Wolf River and Menominee forest nearby
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

The surrounding Menominee forest is one of the best-known managed woodlands in the region, and the Wolf River runs close for rafting outfitters in the warm months.

Best for: Green Bay visitors looking for a calmer base, river-trip groups and quick family getaways.

Practical

Green Bay (GRB) is the practical airport; the rest is a drive northwest.
River outfitters operate seasonally; book them separately and confirm their dates.
Confirm the check-in age, deposits and any resort fee directly with the hotel.

Check availability

More details

The resort belongs to the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin. Keshena is small, so plan evening meals around the on-site restaurants or the short drive to Shawano.

Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola

Pocola, Oklahoma, on the Arkansas line

Border-town tower

Rooms & facilities

A hotel tower with standard rooms and suites; ask for a higher floor if you want a wider view over the river valley.

Pool (ask about seasonal hours)
Several restaurants, from sit-down dining to quick counters
Event venue for touring concerts
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

A tall, modern tower minutes from downtown Fort Smith, which makes it a comfortable base for exploring the old frontier-town district across the state line.

Best for: I-40 and I-540 travellers, concert weekends and visitors to Fort Smith who prefer resort-style rooms.

Practical

Fort Smith Regional Airport (FSM) is close; arrange a taxi or rideshare, as shuttle service is not assumed.
Pool hours vary by season; check before you pack swimwear.
Ask about the minimum check-in age and parking for oversized vehicles.

Check availability

More details

Pocola's resort is a Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma property. Fort Smith's historic sites and riverfront are a short drive, and the hotel works well as an overnight on a cross-country route.

Cherokee Casino & Hotel Roland

Roland, Oklahoma, off Interstate 40

Interstate overnight

Rooms & facilities

A compact hotel with standard rooms and a few suites; simple, practical and right off the interstate exit.

On-site dining
Bar and lounge
Parking on site
Ask whether a pool is currently open
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

Easy on-off access from I-40: you can pull in late, sleep, and be back on the highway without navigating a city.

Best for: Long-haul drivers, travellers between Oklahoma City and Little Rock, and short Fort Smith visits.

Practical

Fort Smith (FSM) is the nearest airport; you will need your own transport.
Facilities in a smaller hotel can change; confirm the pool and dining hours ahead.
Ask the hotel about its check-in age rule and any incidental deposit.

Check availability

More details

Cherokee Nation Entertainment operates this property for the Cherokee Nation. It is a practical stop rather than a destination resort, and we list it for that honesty.

Silver Slipper Casino Hotel

Bay St. Louis, Mississippi Gulf Coast

Gulf-front rooms

Rooms & facilities

A beachfront hotel where many rooms face the Gulf; ask for a water-view floor when booking.

Outdoor pool overlooking the Gulf
Gulf shoreline beside the property
Oyster bar and other casual restaurants
Shoreline walks at sunrise
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

Its oyster bar is a local favourite, and the low-key beach in front makes it feel more like a shore hotel than a city property.

Best for: Gulf Coast drivers, seafood lovers and couples who want sea air without high-rise crowds.

Practical

Gulfport-Biloxi (GPT) and New Orleans (MSY) both work; a car is the easiest way in.
Hurricane season runs through late summer and autumn; read the cancellation terms carefully.
Ask about any resort fee and the check-in age before you arrive.

Check availability

More details

The hotel sits at the quieter western end of the Mississippi coast. Bay St. Louis old town, with galleries and small cafes, is a short drive east.

The D Las Vegas

Fremont Street, in the old core of Las Vegas, Nevada

Downtown address

Rooms & facilities

Renovated rooms in a downtown tower; upper floors look over the Fremont Street canopy or toward the mountains.

Andiamo Italian Steakhouse
Several bars, including the Longbar
Fremont Street canopy light shows outside the door
Walkable to downtown museums and dining
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

Right outside, the Fremont Street Experience canopy stretches overhead, with free light-and-sound shows through the evening.

Best for: Adults on a city break, first-timers who want old downtown, and anyone travelling on foot.

Practical

From Harry Reid International (LAS), allow extra cab time when evening traffic builds.
Downtown properties usually charge a daily resort fee; confirm the figure on your booking page.
Check-in age rules in Las Vegas are often stricter than elsewhere; ask the hotel.

Check availability

More details

The D is one of the downtown hotels most closely tied to the Fremont Street pedestrian mall. Light sleepers do better on floors facing away from the pedestrian mall.

Edgewater Casino Resort

Laughlin, Nevada, on the Colorado River

Riverside tower

Rooms & facilities

A large riverside tower; many rooms look across the Colorado River toward Arizona.

Outdoor pool
Buffet, café and sit-down restaurants
Laughlin Riverwalk outside
Water-taxi stops along the river
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

The Laughlin Riverwalk runs along the hotel, so evening strolls by the water start straight from the lobby.

Best for: Desert road trippers, winter sun seekers and river-boat day trips.

Practical

The closest runway is Laughlin/Bullhead (IFP) on the Arizona bank; flying into LAS means a longer desert drive.
Summer heat is intense; plan outdoor time for mornings and evenings.
Ask about the resort fee and check-in age before booking.

Check availability

More details

Laughlin is a compact river town, and the Edgewater is one of its tallest hotels. Water taxis link the riverfront properties; confirm their hours locally.

The Greenbrier

White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

Historic grand resort

Rooms & facilities

Guest rooms, suites and cottages styled in the bold Dorothy Draper manner, with colours and prints that are a sight in themselves.

The Greenbrier Spa, rooted in the sulphur-spring tradition
Indoor pool with Dorothy Draper decor
Formal and casual restaurants across the estate
Guided tour of the Cold War bunker
Shops and gardens on the grounds
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

The bunker tour: a once-secret Cold War shelter built beneath a wing of the hotel, now shown on guided walks.

Best for: History buffs, spa weekends and travellers who enjoy grand old architecture.

Practical

Greenbrier Valley Airport (LWB) is nearby; an Amtrak station also serves White Sulphur Springs.
The bunker tour has age limits and photo rules; confirm them before booking.
Ask about resort charges, dress expectations at dinner and the check-in age.

Check availability

More details

The estate has hosted guests for generations, and the bunker, once known as Project Greek Island, was kept hidden until the 1990s. The club downstairs is only open to resort guests; check its rules with the hotel.

Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu

La Malbaie, Charlevoix, Quebec

Clifftop château

Rooms & facilities

Château-style rooms and suites; ask for a room facing the St. Lawrence for the widest views.

Full-service spa
Indoor and outdoor saltwater pools
Restaurants and lounges with river views
Gardens and clifftop walking paths
Casino on site

Highlight & best for

The setting: a turreted château perched above the St. Lawrence River, with whale-watching outings from the region in the warmer months.

Best for: Romantic trips, autumn colour drives and anyone pairing spa time with Quebec scenery.

Practical

Québec City (YQB) is the usual airport; the final leg is a scenic drive.
The neighbouring Casino de Charlevoix is linked to the hotel; ask how the connection works.
Confirm the check-in age and any daily resort charge on your rate.

Check availability

More details

This is a Fairmont hotel in the Charlevoix region. Whale-watching boats and the local food route operate seasonally; book them separately.

Before you pack

Which months suit each of the ten?

Season matters more than anything here. The Michigan and Wisconsin resorts are at their liveliest from late spring into early autumn, and their indoor pools carry them through snowy months. Laughlin and downtown Las Vegas feel gentlest between October and April. Bay St. Louis is pleasant in spring, while late summer brings storm risk on the Gulf. Charlevoix rewards an autumn colour trip or a summer visit timed for whale boats.

Will someone collect me from the airport?

Rarely, so plan as if not. Most of these places sit far from big cities, and a hired car is usually the sensible transfer. If a shuttle matters to you, ask the front desk whether one exists and what it costs.

What check-in age applies?

That varies with the property and the local rules. A 21-year minimum is common, though a few hotels accept guests from 18. Confirm with the hotel in writing before you pay, above all when a young adult is booking alone.

Are there resort fees or surprise charges?

Possibly. Some hotels add a nightly resort fee, paid parking or a card hold for incidentals; others keep it simple. Amounts shift over time, so read the last screen of the official booking flow and ask the desk about anything vague.

Which ones work for children?

Island Resort, with its water-park pool area, and the two Wisconsin properties with indoor pools are the easiest family picks. The D leans toward adults. Tours at The Greenbrier, including the bunker walk, apply their own minimum ages.

Is the first place an independent choice?

It is not. The Hannahville Indian Community owns Island Resort & Casino and also publishes xcasiino.org, so the hotel is ranked first by ownership. The other nine were picked on merit by our editors.

Do you take bookings?

We do not handle reservations or payments of any kind. Pressing Check availability opens the property's official pages; any contract you make is between you and that hotel.

How the list was put together

Island Resort & Casino holds the top spot because our operator owns it. That is a business fact, not a neutral verdict. Spots two through ten were chosen and ordered by our editors.

For those nine we looked at:

the rooms: variety, upkeep and what the official site shows;
leisure beyond the room: pools, spa, shows, walks and dining;
the setting and what is worth seeing nearby;
how practical it is to get there by air and road;
how clearly the hotel publishes its fees and rules.

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