Durango Casino and Resort Opens for Business in Las Vegas

The highly-anticipated Durango Casino and Resort has finally opened its doors in Las Vegas, marking a significant milestone in the city's hospitality and gaming industry.

The grand opening took place on Tuesday, December 5, following a delay from the original November 20 opening date.

The $780 million property, developed by Red Rock Resorts, is the company's first new property in over a decade.

Located in the southwest part of the Las Vegas Valley, the Durango Casino and Resort is set to be a major attraction for both locals and tourists. The resort is the only casino within a 5-mile radius of the area, making it a convenient entertainment hub for nearby residents.

But with a development of this size, it is expected to be a hive of activity with tourists who want a change from the high-stakes hustle and bustle of the iconic Strip.

Station Casinos President Scott Kreeger told reporters:

“There are areas, Las Vegas is fast growing, we take advantage of that. This area in particular, the growth in the area is dynamic so we watched for a number of years, and we feel this area needs a product like Durango Casino and Resort.”

The Durango Casino and Resort boasts an 83,000-square-foot casino floor, more than 200 guestrooms and suites, convention and meeting spaces, a luxurious pool with private cabanas, and free parking. The rooms are equipped with all of the typical amenities.

The resort's casino features 2,300 slot machines and 60 table games, promising a lively gaming experience for visitors. The property also houses a state-of-the-art sportsbook, providing a premier venue for sports bettors in the fast-growing industry.

Food and beverage options look awesome, with 15 restaurants offering a wide variety of culinary experiences.

Notable eateries include Summer House, which serves seasonal, market-driven dishes, and Oyster Bar, a hidden gem debuting at the resort.

The resort's opening was celebrated with a grand ribbon-cutting ceremony and a fireworks display by Grucci, adding typical grandeur to the event.

This is the first resort opening for business in Las Vegas since Resorts World two years ago. And although this is not a development on the Strip, the high standard of the property is certain to pull more than its fair share from the tourist epicentre.

Next up, however, is another Strip property. The $3.7 billion Fontainebleau is due to open any day now at the north end.

Boasting 3,644 rooms and a 150,000 square-foot gaming floor, we expect this resort to be challenging the very best in the area.