Believe it or not, it is a long time since a brand new casino opened its doors in Downtown Vegas.
Most of the casinos in Vegas have been open for a long time, or they are rebuilt or refurbished versions of existing properties on the world-famous Strip in Sin City. But that trend is being bucked by the Circa Resort and Casino – a new adults-only casino.
While COVID-19 has had a profound impact on the state of Vegas in 2020, the resort still opened up at the end of October, with the move met with a lot of excitement in the city.
Here is everything that you need to know about the latest Las Vegas casino resort.
A casino and sportsbook all in one place
With sports betting continuing to grow in popularity at a rapid rate, it is not a surprise the developers behind the Circa Resort and Casino made this a central part of the site. Indeed, the sportsbook that has been created at the Circa Resort and Casino is arguably the most impressive part of the facility.
Spread out over three levels, the sportsbook has room for 1,000 people to watch all the latest hot sports action in state of the art surroundings. All the latest technology has been built into the sportsbook, with 28 bar top games to pick from.
Circa Resort and Casino claims its sportsbook is the biggest in the world, making it a must-visit.
Fun in the sun at Stadium Swim
Another key selling point of the Circa Resort and Casino is its Stadium Swim facility.
With a 40-foot tall high-definition screen, visitors can choose from six different pools in order to get a great view of the big game. There are dozens of chaise longues, as well as cozy day beds and private cabanas to dial up the comfort at Stadium Swim.
Swim-up bars are in place at the facility too, so guests can grab a drink without missing any of the action. It is expected that Stadium Swim is going to be open all-year round as well.
All in all there is room for up to 4,000 people to relax in style at Stadium Swim, which is sure to become one of the hottest spots in Downtown Vegas.
World-class food and drink options
All Vegas casinos try to attract customers with fantastic food and drink and this is certainly no different at the Circa Resort and Casino.
Pick from two dozen frozen cocktails at the outdoor Circa Bar or try out some of the 120 beers from 24 brands that are available at the aptly named Mega Bar. Foodies should definitely consider getting a table at Barry’s, which is set to become one of the hottest steakhouses in Vegas, while Victory Burger is a great alternative for those on a slightly lower budget as well.
More options for eating and drinking at the Circa Resort and Casino include Project BBQ, 8 East and Vegas Vickie’s, as well as the classy Legacy Club cocktail lounge.
Why is the Circa Resort and Casino adults-only?
It might seem strange that most casino resorts in Vegas are family-friendly, but it is possible to stay in the top-class accommodation without even venturing out on to the casino floor.
At the Circa Resort and Casino, however, the developers decided from the start that the facility would only be for adults. According to chief executive Derek Stevens, guests at the Circa Resort and Casino can expect to see faster service at the bars due to the fact staff do not have to carry out any ID checks.
“We [were] willing to give up a certain segment of the hotel business because we feel by focusing on adults only, we’ll be able to provide a superior, best-in-class customer service experience,” Stevens told The Points Guy blog.
The Circa Resort and Casino has also been built in Downtown Vegas, which marks it out from the crowd. Most Vegas casinos are clustered together on the Strip. “Fremont Street is the second-most visited destination in America,” added Stevens, who also manages The D and Golden Gate Hotel and Casino. “It does more foot traffic than Disneyland or Disney World.”
It remains to be seen how successful the Circa Resort and Casino will be, but the fact the site is offering something a lot different to Vegas alternatives deserves to be applauded.
