Name: Bally's Dover
Address: 1131 North Dupont Highway, Dover, Delaware, United States of America, Dover, Delaware, US
Price range: $106–$494 per night
Rating: 8.95

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Bally's Dover is often praised for clean, spacious rooms, friendly staff, and the convenience of an on-site casino and nearby shopping, making it a practical choice for visits to DSU or short getaways.

Many guests also appreciate occasional complimentary upgrades and quiet, comfortable beds. Common frustrations include the pool, hot tub, and spa being closed long-term, limited or pricey dining with reduced hours and no room service, and outdated rooms lacking microwaves or USB ports. Housekeeping can be inconsistent (often on-request), and some report noise, smoke odors, parking challenges on busy nights, slow check-in, and fees for early or late checkout. Expect a convenient casino stay with solid basics and some dated, limited amenities.

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Facilities

The on-site casino is frequently praised, but the pool and hot tub are closed long-term and there is no spa. Parking can be difficult on busy nights and several guests noted no valet service.

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Anthony

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Food on property was expensive for a casino. No buffet. Pool was not in working order no continental breakfast.

10

Kathleen

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was great except the pool and hot tub were closed, under construction.

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Rodney

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The pool and hot tub was out of order and they still charged resort fee when most od the thi gs were closed and could not use.

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Sandor

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The website shows a pool and hot tub, again neither one was working even from last year's advertisement.

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alex

Jul 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool doesn't work and no ballet parking.

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Grace

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are nothing to brag about. I’ve stayed in much nicer rooms at the Hampton Inn. The lobby is beautiful, that is for sure. Gift shop only open Thursday-Sunday?! No microwave in room. What’s up with no valet service?!?!?!?!

10

Hilda

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I didn't like the spa swimming pool was construction.

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David

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

THE HOTEL NEEDS TO SET ASIDE A SECTION OF PARKING TO BE USED ONLY BY GUESTS STAYING AT THE HOTEL. ON A SATURDAY NIGHT YOU HAVE TO HUNT FOR A SPOT AND WALK A LONG DISTANCE WITH LUGGAGE.

8

mary

Aug 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s easy parking . Staff is nice. Pool has been closed for years . Some restaurants not open Monday to Wednesday . Plenty of shopping and restaurants in area. Fun for a few days.

10

Barry

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No spa

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and public areas clean, but there are recurring reports of inconsistent housekeeping (cleaning only on request) and occasional dirty bathrooms, dust, or lingering smoke/marijuana odors.

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Janet

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had two rooms during my stay and the floors of the bathroom were muddy. There was paper on the floor in the elevator and front area that remained for days. The towels were rough. The front desk staff were great, maids not so friendly.

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Camesha

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was safe, but barely any parking spots. My room was not cleaned throughly I found hair on the floor from previous people. I also found dust on the lamps and carpet was vacuumed throughout, throughly made my allergies act up. I’m not sure why my room was on the ninth floor and I made reservations three weeks.

10

Yonnie

Dec 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay. Very clean

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Carol

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got bitten by bed bugs horrible bites there were toe nails in the carpet I stepped on called to report and was told bed was inspected and there are no bed bugs that’s not true legs bitten up felt the biting

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Robin

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Checked in Wednesday checked out Sunday, during our stay our room was not cleaned two nights, beds unmade, no clean towels or amenities. If it wasn't for Michael the night housekeeping manager we would have been very angry, the first night the room was not cleaned he brought us clean towels and amenities, the second night he came personally and made our beds with clean sheets. Too bad all your employees are not as helpful and willing to do their job. Michael is a keeper!!!!

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demetria

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I took my Mom in a Bday trip. The bathroom was dirty. Used Qtips on the counter. The floor, and shower had hair and debris. The furniture is very old and outdated. Even the woood panel mini fridge. I was very disappointed in the at what was presented

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Angie

Sep 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The night stand was very dirty. Sticky and had rings from cups all over it. Room was very dusty. I have stayed in these rooms many times before through the years and this was by far the dirtiest room I have ever stayed in at Dover Downs. Please train your cleaners to do better.

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Carla

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was nice. Bathroom in the rooms were not clean.

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Scott

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room reeked of weed and heavy chemicals trying to cover it. Human hair was in the bed. Immediately left

10

Paula

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff nice and room clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and generally comfortable, but decor and furnishings feel dated with occasional maintenance issues and noise between rooms. Several guests also mention no microwave or USB ports and mixed mattress comfort.

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Steven

Dec 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very nice. The beds were very comfortable and clean. My only complaint was the showerhead did not work very well.

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Raymond

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

1st night got an upgrade to a suite...nice room, with awesome view of track...but older...no USB chargers in rooms for phones... 2nd night regular room, bed was ehhhh, no USB chargers, or microwave

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Jamie

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Over the past three years, I have chosen to stay at Bally's, as I believe it is the safest hotel option in Dover when I drop my student off at college. However, since my stays are typically only 2-3 days, I have overlooked some of the room maintenance issues, but I can no longer do so. Bally's is not a top-tier hotel; it feels quite outdated, and there has been minimal upkeep in the rooms. The pool has been closed for over four years, and given the pricing of the rooms, there should be more amenities available. In my opinion, the room rates should be between $89 and $100 per night. During my most recent stay this past weekend, I noticed that the shower door was off its track, and it felt down why I was in the shower, I was fortunate that it didn’t fall on me. Additionally, the lamp was old, and several outlets were not functioning properly. This hotel is in dire need of a complete remodel to enhance the overall experience.

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ana maria

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Would have given 5 stars but the sink in our room was clogged

8

Kenyon

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the property but was disappointed that there was no room service. But the staff was nice and professional. The hotel was clean. Shower had awesome water pressure.

10

Bonnie

Jan 3, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We had a spacious room and great view.

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Grace

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are nothing to brag about. I’ve stayed in much nicer rooms at the Hampton Inn. The lobby is beautiful, that is for sure. Gift shop only open Thursday-Sunday?! No microwave in room. What’s up with no valet service?!?!?!?!

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Sunshine

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was horrible, definitely got no sleep. and the rooms are out dated even though they say renovations were done. I had to pay an extra 25 bucks for an extra 20 mins because they have to charge by the hour. Most hotels give you 15-20 mins without a charge.

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Karen

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was ok, the room was clean for the most part but very dated furniture. The hallways smelled very stale. Could use better and larger towels.

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Gary

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was nice and reception staff extremely friendly. Walls in room are not insulated and you hear talking in the next room super clear. Actually I’ve never been to a hotel where you can hear an entire conversation in the next room like they were next to you. Also the 7th floor hallway smelled very strongly of marijuana each time I went to or from the room. Not enough to catch a buzz though.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly and accommodating, with some guests receiving helpful upgrades. However, others report slow or understaffed check-in, strict early/late checkout fees, billing issues, and uneven communication about housekeeping and amenity closures.

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Maria

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We really enjoyed staying at Bally’s. We had issues with first room, but were so sweet and accommodated us to a better room. Thank you.

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Charles

Jan 12, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The check-in staff in the late evening was not helpful, but my guess is he was only enforcing a bad policy by management. I asked for a late check-out of 1 hour, even 30 minutes would help, and he told me "sure... we can do that for a fee of $XX / hour". I asked again, "I only need 30 minutes, you can't make this complementary", but was told, "that will cost you $XX." I left without comment, but I was so angry I didnt even go into the cascino, and left the premise for dinner and to watch the football game. It would be different if this wasn't my 10-12th time staying here, or if I had been told that the room needed to be turned over quickly for the next guest. When the customer/guest feels taken advantage of... they vote with their feet. No need to argue, no reason to cause a scene. You have a bad policy, a bad employee, or both.

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Melinda

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

From the moment we step out of our truck Tyrone was there to help us with our bags not just out the truck but also to our room to the gentleman at the front desk who checked us in to our room, every part of our stay was awesome. So thank you all for a wonderful stay. See you all next time

4

Guy

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great property but they double charged when I had previously paid for my room on Expedia

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Ryan

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I attempted to check in early at 2pm for an additional fee but the reservation wasn’t in the system. I waited 50 minutes before I could check in. I had an important work meeting at 3pm so there was just an unnecessary level of stress put on me because my reservation wasn’t in the system and there was no business office to have my meeting in. I’ve never experienced this anywhere else ever. The pool was under construction as well and not working. We came with our 7 year old son and I don’t recall seeing this documented anywhere in the reservation process.

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Jiovanni

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

I live 5hrs away and had been staying at Bally every weekend for several months because my mother was sick. Hotel staff didn't know but my mother had passed and I was checking in to attend her funeral this last stay. My room was upgraded to a spa suite the day of the funeral and I really appreciate the kindness shown to me. The rooms are always welcoming and just what I need after being on the highway for several hours.

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Keith

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was adequate, however, when I asked for a late check out, they wanted to charge me $25 per hour. I wanted one hour late check out because I checked in at 11:30 PM, but had to pay the $25 so I did. The woman who checked me in behaved as if I annoyed her by having to check me in so late. I guess it’s typical, but when you check into our resort facility, you expect customer service to be a little more friendly and courteous, not treat you as if you are a nuisance, taking them away from surfing and web.

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Elena

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The stuff front desk , Brett was amazing , I was going thru a rough day, bad experience with the first hotel I booked online, was out of town with my kid, and he made everything so smooth, very pleasant, and so professional with me. I thank you very much. Wishing you nothing but blessings in your life.

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Meredith

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in and check out process took way to long. One person working and 8 people waiting to check in.

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Lisa

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was great, the staff was wonderful! My room was clean and noise was minimal.

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Location

Convenient for Delaware State University and close to shopping and restaurants, with racetrack views enjoyed by some. Parking may require a long walk or be hard to find when the property is busy.

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Michael

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great hotel and at a perfect location. Parking was hard,had to walk a long ways with our luggage

10

Thomas

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

great location to DSU

10

karim

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet, clean, friendly staff, nascar race track

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Curtis

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking was horrible, but the hotel itself was great.

10

Sylvia

May 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay. We always enjoy the hospitality and the amenities. Great shopping and restaurants within walking distance.

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Harriet

May 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

great location

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Nicola

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very convenient, clean, quiet.

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Jacqueline

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice property. The rooms could use some updating. Very convenient to shops and restaurants

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Nicola

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet, convenient, ample parking and walking distance to the college, which is a plus for us coming from out of State during moving days. After a long day you can relax in the casino.

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D

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Decent property, convenient location

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Dining

On-site dining exists but options and hours can be limited and prices high; room service and a buffet/breakfast offering are often missed. Service quality is mixed, though some guests enjoyed specific restaurants and events.

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Tom

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Food at the Sugar club was slow. No Staff. We had to ask the hostess where our server was. People around us were waiting 20 minutes plus to even order and get a glass of water. Sad experience at the Sugar club. Bars were out of Chardonnay. However, other than that, good experience and better than average casino in the area. Horseshoe is a terrible casino compared to Bally's Dover.

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kelly

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room and facilities are very clean and well maintained. The mattress wasn’t very comfortable nor were the pillows. I love coming here- the staff are great and eager to help. They could use more choices in restaurants especially for breakfast.

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LYLA

Jul 31, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Rooms need a serious update. Mold in the shower. You have to ASK for maid service and fresh towels…which we were not told. Like a circus trying to find which restaurant is open on a particular day/time.

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Jamilah

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Was very disappointed with the number of restaurants. The inability to check in one hour earlier on a slow day during the week. The cafe food was very good though. And the staff member and bartender were very nice.

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Kenyon

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I liked the property but was disappointed that there was no room service. But the staff was nice and professional. The hotel was clean. Shower had awesome water pressure.

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bob

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

no valet parking but some full valet only spots and some empty? no intelligent breakfast options at all? no breakfast at all until 8:00 am?? why would balley's want us to leave to get breakfast? not smart. breakfast 'burgers' ? never heard of such a thing and none of my friends want one. ever hear of sausage?? or hot breakfast buffet?

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brenda

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The dining was not open all days and was expensive.

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Edmund

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Limited dining options. No property brochures in rooms. Nothing to write notes on ( writing pads ). Staff was great. Rooms were very clean. Our anniversary banquet was excellent. Rave reviews from our guests. Food was excellent. A Starbucks on site would keep more gamblers on site!

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Patrick

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and great staff . The Steakhouse is a must !

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Nicole

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel should really consider reinstating or instating an all day buffet. In the morning to include breakfast items, lunch/dinner change over. If it is done well, you will get more people to come in just for the buffet, who will then probably take advantage of your playing options. This is in addition to the people already either staying or playing.

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Month	Average price
January	$75
February	$88
March	$104
April	$109
May	$146
June	$152
July	$139
August	$115
September	$99
October	$122
November	$118
December	$82

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $109	2 $235	3 $247
4 $108	5 $110	6 $109	7 $108	8 $109	9 $448	10 $494
11 $109	12 $108	13 $110	14 $110	15 $110	16 $242	17 $259
18 $110	19 $109	20 $109	21 $107	22 $108	23 $250	24 $264
25 $109	26 $110	27 $109	28 $110	29 $107	30 $221	31 $240

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9 $116	10 $117	11	12
13 $106	14 $106	15 $106	16 $106	17 $127	18	19
20 $143	21	22	23	24	25	26
27 $109	28 $108	29 $107	30 $109

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