Rio Hotel & Casino

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The Rio Hotel & Casino is located off the Las Vegas Strip on Flamingo Road. It has a Brazilian theme – based on Rio Carnival. It features 2,520 rooms and suites and opened in 1990. They are affiliated with Hyatt Hotels.

They have a very nice pool complex with four pools and three whirlpool spas called VooDoo Beach that is open seasonally. The Voo pool is for guests 21+. [Pools are under renovation and will reopen Summer 2024]

They have a fitness center, spa & salon and several shops. The Rio caters to Las Vegas “locals” as well as tourists. On October 2, 2023 Dreamscape took over operations of the property from Caesars Entertainment.

The Rio has over 1,000 Slot and Video Poker machines in more than 100,000 sq. ft. of casino space. They have all the popular table games, including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, Pai Gow Poker, Baccarat, Texas Hold’em, Mississippi Stud and more. They have a very nice William Hill Race & Sportsbook. Their loyalty program is Rio Rewards.

It was home of the World Series of Poker from 2005 until 2021, under Caesars management.

The Rio Hotel & Casino has many dining options in all price points, including:

Guy Fieri’s El Burro Borracho (Mexican)
Hash House A Go Go (American)
KJ Dim Sum & Seafood (Chinese)
Kang’s Kitchen Korean BBQ (Korean)
Luckley Tavern (American) [Opening May 2024]
Pho Da Nang Vietnamese Kitchen (Vietnamese)
Royal India Bistro (Indian)
Smashburger (Amercian)
Sports Deli (American)
Starbucks (American)
VooDoo Steak (Steaks & Chops)
Wetzel’s Pretzels (American)

Canteen Food Hall

Attaboy Burger (American)
Nama Nama Sushi & Sake (Japanese)
Shogun Ramen (Japanese)
Southland Burrito Co. (Mexican)
Tender Crush (American)
Tony Luke’s (American)

The Rio also has the Voodoo Rooftop Nightclub & Lounge on the 51st floor [Permanently Closed] and several bars and lounges throughout the property. These include the Lapa Lounge [Opening June 2024], Masquerade Bar, Sports Book Bar, Shutters Bar, Wine Cellar & Tasting Room, Voodoo Beach Bar and Cruzan Island Bar.

The shows World of Wonders (WOW), Penn and Teller and Chippendale’s all perform in their own Showrooms and Theaters. They have a 13,000 square-foot arcade at KISS by Monster Mini Golf and Comedy Cellar with new comedians weekly.

FUN FACT: On May 30, 2008, the Rio opened the Sapphire Pool (in a partnership with a strip club) that featured topless dancers. The Nevada Gaming Control Board was not pleased because of the possibility of bringing illegal activity to the property that could result in losing their gaming license. In July 2009 the Rio asked Metro Police to do an undercover investigation. On July 25 they made 11 arrests. This pool concept was immediately discontinued.

The latest major remodel of this resort was in 2007, but a full remodel is currently taking place. It is located across the street from the Palms and Gold Coast casinos.

They offer free valet and self parking. RTC Bus Route: 202

Rio Hotel & Casino address: 3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas