A casino hotel folds gaming, rest, food and leisure into one building. Here is how each part usually works.
The gaming floor is the centrepiece of every casino hotel: slot halls, roulette, blackjack, poker and electronic tables run by trained hosts. Dress codes are usually smart-casual and identification is checked on entry. Floors are quieter mid-week and busiest on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Rooms in a casino hotel are designed for late nights and slow mornings: blackout curtains, generous beds, good soundproofing and late check-out on request. Suites often add a lounge area, a dining table and views over the city or water.
Dining is a serious part of the offer. A typical casino hotel runs a signature restaurant, a relaxed all-day brasserie and at least one cocktail bar, with kitchens staying open later than most city restaurants.
Pools, saunas, treatment rooms and gyms balance the evening's excitement, while theatres and lounges host live music, comedy and seasonal shows. Many casino hotels also run conference and private-event spaces for business guests.