If you want to test your luck and do it in style, there are numerous luxurious casinos around the globe. While Las Vegas and Monte Carlo are well-known destinations, you can find equally opulent options in Germany, China, Singapore, and more. Here are some of the most extravagant casinos around the world:
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The Venetian Macao, Macao
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Located in Macao, this is the largest casino in the world and the 6th largest structure globally. Built at a cost of $2.4 billion, it boasts a 550,000-square-foot gambling area, a sports events hall, and luxurious all-suite rooms. Modeled after its Las Vegas counterpart, it features Venetian-style canals, multiple international restaurants, garden swimming pools, and extensive recreational facilities.
Key Amenities:
- All-suite rooms
- Play zone, swimming pools, and recreational facilities
- Sports events hall
- Multiple international restaurants
s/n Estrada da Baia de Nossa Senhora da Esperanca, Macao— +853 2882 8877
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Wynn Macau, Macao
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Wynn Macau is a lavish property on Macao’s waterfront with over 100,000 square feet of gaming space, 500 table games, and 840 slot machines. It features high-end shopping with brands like Giorgio Armani and Chanel, gourmet restaurants.
Key Amenities:
- Waterfront location
- Extensive gaming space
- High-end shopping complex
- Gourmet restaurants
MacaoR. Cidade de Sintra, MO Rua Cidade de Sintra NAPE— +853 2888 9966
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Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
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Caesars Palace, Las Vegas
A luxury icon on the Las Vegas, Caesars Palace offers 166,000 square feet of gaming space, Roman baths, and pools surrounded by classical architecture. It features chic guest rooms, a variety of restaurants and cafes, and the famous Forum Shops.
Key Amenities:
- Large gaming space
- Roman baths and pools
- Diverse dining options
- Forum Shops
3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 866-227-5938
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Sun City Casino Resort, South Africa
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Located in the bush of South Africa, this resort offers over 850 slot machines, nearly 40 gaming tables, and a private game reserve for safaris. Opened in 1979, it has become a top destination for high rollers.
Key Amenities:
- Over 850 slot machines and 40 gaming tables
- Private game reserve and safari options
- Multiple hotels
6 Sandown Valley Cres, Sandown, Sandton, 2031, South Africa— +27 11 780 7855
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Wynn Las Vegas, Las Vegas
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An iconic destination, Wynn Las Vegas features a 111,000-square-foot casino, distinctive dining experiences, nearly 75,000 square feet of retail space, and an 18-hole championship golf course.
Key Amenities:
- Large casino
- Distinctive dining options
- 18-hole golf course
- Extensive retail space
3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 702-770-7000
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Hotel Lisboa, Macao
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Standing out in Macao’s cityscape, Hotel Lisboa features 1,000 slots and 800 gaming tables. It is known for its luxurious accommodations and a wine list of nearly 15,000 wines, earning the “Grand Award” honor by Wine Spectator magazine.
Key Amenities:
- Tallest building in Macao with LED dome
- Extensive gaming options
- Renowned wine list
2 Av. de Lisboa, Macao— +853 2888 3888
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The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas
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Like its sister resort in Macau, The Venetian Resort in Vegas allows guests to experience the romance of Italy, including the chance to ride an authentic Venetian gondola, floating beneath bridges and balconies through the “Grand Canal.” Every detail was designed to provide the ultimate stay, including everything from the world’s largest standard suites to one of the most elegant casinos. It’s part of the largest five-diamond hotel and resort complex in the world, with luxury suites in addition to the 120,000–square-foot casino and one of the best hotel in Las Vegas. Guests can choose from multiple restaurants featuring six James Beard Award-winning chefs like Emeril Lagasse and Wolfgang Puck, as well as shop at an array of international boutiques.
Key Amenities:
- Home to the world’s largest standard suites and Venice-inspired “Grand Canal”
- Access to a 120,000-square-foot casino and an array of international boutiques
- Multiple restaurants on-site, featuring six James Beard Award-winning chefs
3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 866-659-9643
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City of Dreams, Macau
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This property, often referred to as “CoD”, opened in 2009 at a cost of $2.1 billion. City of Dreams features 420,000 square feet of gambling space, including 550 gaming tables and 1,500 slots, making it another one of the most ginormous casinos in the world. The City of Dreams also features an impressive variety of restaurants, including a Michelin-starred Chinese Restaurant, Jade Dragon, showcasing culinary masterpieces by Chef Tam Kwok Fung. The resort’s impressive water show, House of Dancing Water, includes 80 performers from across the globe in a special round theater with a pool that holds 3.7 million gallons of water.
Key Amenities:
- Featuring 420,000 square feet of gambling space, including 550 gaming tables and 1,500 slots
- Impressive variety of restaurants on-site, including a Michelin-starred Chinese restaurant
- Home to the impressive water show, House of Dancing Water
Estr. do Istmo, Macao— +853 8868 6688
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Foxwoods Resort Casino, Ledyard, Connecticut
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Surprisingly, Las Vegas isn’t home to America’s biggest casino. That honor goes to Ledyard, Connecticut’s Foxwoods Resort Casino, operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Indian tribe. Opened in 1968, it features 4.7 million square feet of gaming space across six casinos, with more than 7,000 gaming machines and 17 different types of table games as well as one of the world’s largest bingo halls. It also offers a two-story arcade for families with children.
Key Amenities:
- Home to America’s biggest casino and one of the world’s largest bingo halls
- More than 7,000 gaming machines and 17 different types of table games
- Two-story arcade for families with kids
350 Trolley Line Blvd, Ledyard, CT 06338, USA— +1 860-312-3000
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MGM Grand, Las Vegas
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In addition to being located in one of the largest hotels in the world, the MGM Grand has one of the largest gaming floors in the city at 171,500 square feet. It features 139 gaming tables and 2,500 slot machines with payouts of as much as a half-million dollars. At Skylofts, a luxury hotel at the top of the MGM Grand, you’ll find a private sanctuary tucked within the clouds. Guests enjoy luxuriating in a bath that fizzes with tiny champagne-like bubbles, TVs in the mirrors, and even airport pickup in a $400,000 car. Remotes operate everything from the TV and DVD player to the lights, temperature, and drapes. You’ll also have your own 24-hour butler to unpack and pack your suitcases if you wish.
Key Amenities:
- One of the largest hotels in the world
- Featuring 139 gaming tables and 2,500 slot machines with payouts of as much as a half-million dollars
- Option to book a suite at Skylofts, the luxury hotel at the top of the MGM Grand
3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 877-880-0880
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Bellagio Resort & Casino, Las Vegas
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One of the world’s most famous casino resorts cost a whopping $88 million. Bellagio Resort & Casino is best known for its fountain that’s been featured in a number of films like “The Hangover” and “Ocean’s 11,” but in terms of gambling, the Bellagio is renowned for high-end poker rooms called “The Office,” and regularly hosts World Poker Tour events. Numerous pro players visit due to the high table limits. Bets can go as high as $4,000/$8,000 in the “Big Game” at Bobby’s Room, with pots typically exceeding $1 million. In addition to poker, there are 2,000 slot machines, paying as much as $2 million, as well as exclusive fashion stores for upscale shopping enthusiasts.
Key Amenities:
- Home to the famous fountain featured in a variety of Hollywood films
- High-end poker rooms with high table limits
- Access to 2,000 slot machines and exclusive upscale shopping
3600 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 888-987-6667
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Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore
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One of the most expensive properties ever built, Resorts World Sentosa on Sentosa Island off the southern coast of Singapore, came at a cost of nearly $5 billion. This top-rated resort in Singapore not only includes a casino and multiple hotels but a Universal Studios theme park, Adventure Cove Water Park, and a Marine Life Park that houses the world’s largest oceanarium. The casino features more than 2,400 slot machines and electronic table game machines, along with over 500 table games, like blackjack, poker, and baccarat. Each of the hotels has its own unique theme, with luxurious rooms, including beach villas with breathtaking views and personal butlers. Tree-top lofts offer an idyllic escape for nature lovers nestled in a canopy of trees perched nearly 40 feet above the ground.
Key Amenities:
- Multiple themed hotels within the resort, ranging from tree-top lofts to beach villas with personal butlers
- Casino with 2,400 slot machines and electronic table games, plus 500 table games
- Home to a Universal Studios theme park, Adventure Cove Water Park, and a Marine Life Park
8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
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Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
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Although it’s not the biggest casino in the world, Marina Bay Sands is the second most expensive casino property to have been built, coming in at a cost of $5.5 billion to construct. It’s also home to the largest atrium casino on earth, with 500 gaming tables and 2,500 slot machines. When your luck runs out, you’ll find plenty of things to do. The highlight is SkyPark on the 57th floor, boasting a 500-foot infinity pool that feels as if you’re swimming atop Singapore with its 360-degree views. The resort also features the Marina Bay Sands Science Museum and a grand theater.
Key Amenities:
- Largest atrium casino on earth with 500 gaming tables and 2,500 slot machines
- 57th-floor SkyPark with a 500-foot infinity pool
- Home to the Marina Bay Sands Science Museum and a grand theater
10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956— +65 6688 8868
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Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas
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Most often referred to simply as Rio, this Brazil-influenced resort was named after the lively Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro, incorporating many aspects of its culture. It serves as the host casino for the World Series of Poker, featuring an array of poker games, including 7 Card Stud and Hold ‘Em as well as blackjack, craps, roulette, and baccarat, along with 1,200 video slots across 100,000 square feet of gaming space. As the name suggests, all rooms are suites, ranging in size from 600 to 13,000 square feet. A number of private villas are available for VIP gamblers.
Key Amenities:
- Features an array of poker games
- 1,200 video slots across 100,000 square feet of gaming space
- All rooms are suites, with private villas available for VIP gamblers
3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103, USA— +1 866-746-7671
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Aria Resort & Casino, Las Vegas
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The massive CityCenter complex, which features Aria Resort & Casino, along with dozens of restaurants and bars, covers an area of nearly 5.4 million square feet and is the largest private construction project in America’s history, coming at a price tag of $9 million. Stay at the Aria, and your room will greet you when you step through the door, address you by name, and even gently wake you up in the morning. Every detail, from the lighting and music to the window shades, is tailored to your preference. The hotel features luxury guest rooms and suites, while the casino offers 150,000 square feet of gaming space, including table games, slots, and poker. It also features a massive 215,000-square-foot pool area with private cabanas, and a theater.
Key Amenities:
- Custom experience, right down to lighting, music, and window shade preferences in your room
- 150,000 square feet of gaming space, including table games, slots, and poker
- Massive pool area with private cabanas
3730 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89158, USA— +1 866-359-7757
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Atlantis Resort & Casino, Paradise Island, Bahamas
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The most famous and largest casino in the Caribbean, Atlantis Resort is also home to some of the world’s most expensive hotel suites, with a Bridge Suite that will run you $25,000 a night. The casino includes 78 gaming tables with craps, blackjack, Caribbean stud poker, roulette and baccarat along with nearly 1,000 slot machines. What makes it stand out, is the skylights and windows along the gaming floor offering dramatic views of the dazzling turquoise sea.
Key Amenities:
- Home to the world’s most expensive hotel suites
- Gaming floor with skylights and dramatic views of the Caribbean Sea
- Access to 78 gaming tables and 1,000 slot machines
Paradise Island, The Bahamas— +1 888-877-7525
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Ibiza Gran Hotel – Ibiza, Spain
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Ibiza may best be known for its wild parties and magnificent beaches, but it’s also home to the luxurious Ibiza Gran Hotel. The casino is one of the main island attractions and features gaming tables as well as slots. It also hosts Texas Hold ‘Em tournaments, drawing numerous poker professionals and enthusiasts. Overlooking the marina and the Old Town, it also provides a spectacularly romantic setting.
Key Amenities:
- Features gaming tables and slots
- Overlooks the marina and Old Town
Passeig Joan Carles I, 17, 07800 Eivissa, Illes Balears, Spain— +34 971 80 68 06
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Encore Resort, Las Vegas
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Encore Resort is the sister property of The Wynn, which sits adjacent to it on the Las Vegas. It’s been honored with the AAA Five Diamond Award every year since opening in 2008. It features 160,000 square feet of gaming space as well as a multiple restaurants and bars, and a nightclub. There are massively-sized, opulent rooms, while interior spaces feature a combination of Asian influences and whimsical designs, most notably strong reds and a butterfly motif.
Key Amenities:
- Features 160,000 square feet of gaming space
- Extensive gaming options
- Multiple restaurants and bars on-site, plus a nightclub
3131 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA— +1 702-770-7000