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Casino Resorts in Washington State

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You'll find casino resorts all around the state of Washington. Many of the larger casinos offer a range of gaming, entertainment, and dining options. A few are full-service resorts, complete with hotels, spas, dining, and attractions. Here are the major casinos in Washington state:

Tulalip Resort Casino

Picture of Tulalip Resort Casino in Washington ©Angela M. Brown (2010)Tulalip Resort Casino
Tulalip Resort Casino is a complete destination in its own right. It has everything you need for a short getaway and can be your base for a more wide-ranging Northwest adventure. Tulalip Resort Casino is also a fun choice for an impromptu day trip or a special evening's entertainment. The quality of the services and facilities offered at Tulalip Resort Casino are consistent across the board - rooms, food, gaming, spa, pool, meeting spaces - all are exceptional. If you're interested in Northwest Coast art, you'll enjoy wandering through the hotel's public areas.

Northern Quest Resort and Casino

Picture of Northern Quest Resort and Casino in Spokane Washington ©Angela M. Brown (2010)Northern Quest Resort and Casino in Spokane Washington
Located on the west side of town near the Spokane International Airport, the Northern Quest Resort and Casino has everything you need for a refreshing getaway or a few hours of fun. In addition to all the usual table and machine games, Northern Quest guests will find a long list of restaurants and lounges and live entertainment. The Q, a spectacular sports bar, is a particularly awesome space to gather with friends and take in a game. For fine dining, Masselow's offers a menu filled with local Northwest foods. Guests of the Northern Quest Resort and Casino hotel will appreciate spacious rooms with high-end furnishings and amenities. Take the time to enjoy a massage at The Current, Northern Quest's full-service spa and salon.

Snoqualmie Casino

Snoqualmie Casino is a brand-new complex with Vegas-style gaming, including table games, poker, and slot machines. Snoqualmie Casino is home to five restaurants, including Terra Vista for fine Northwest dining and The Falls Buffet, a multi-station, multi-ethnic experience. A dance club and a cigar-and-scotch lounge are among Snoqualmie Casino's bars and lounges.

Skagit Valley Casino Resort

Picture of Skagit Valley Casino Resort in Bow, Washington ©Angela M. BrownSkagit Valley Casino Resort
Slot machines, craps, poker tables, roulette, craps, and keno are among the gambling options at Skagit Valley Casino. The resort also includes a hotel, an entertainment showroom, several restaurants, and special event facilities.

Quinault Beach Resort & Casino

This Ocean Shores resort offers it all - casino gaming, live entertainment, and fine dining. Throw in ocean views and access to outdoor recreation on Washingon's beaches and the Olympic Peninsula, and you have the makings of a weekend getaway.

Emerald Queen Casino

This Tacoma casino bills itself as "the entertainment capital of the Northwest". It offers big-name entertainment in its showroom, along with the electronic and table games you expect at a casino. The Emeral Queen also offers a hotel and several dining options.

Muckleshoot Casino

The Muckleshoot Casino is just plain fun. Located in Auburn, south of Seattle, Muckleshoot offers a full range of gaming, including machines, table games, keno, bingo, and poker. You'll can take in live entertainment at the Club Galaxy and enjoy dining options that include the awesome Spice Bay Buffet.

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