Located at 3700 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino is a prominent resort situated near the northern end of the famous Las Vegas Strip. Opened in 1990 by Marnell Corrao Associates as the “Rio Suites”, it was later riocasinolasvegas.ca acquired by Harrah’s Entertainment (now Caesars Entertainment) and underwent renovations. The hotel is named after the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
History and Ownership
The Rio Hotel & Casino has changed hands several times since its opening in 1990. After an initial ownership stint with Marnell Corrao Associates, it was sold to Harrah’s Entertainment (now Caesars Entertainment) for approximately $660 million in 2004. Under the new management, significant renovations and expansions took place to maintain the property as a leading destination.
Physical Description
The Rio Hotel & Casino boasts an extensive footprint with over 2.8 million square feet of gaming space, including several notable casinos, entertainment venues, and hotel rooms. Some distinct features include:
- An atrium-covered lobby with tropical vegetation
- Over 1,600 suites ranging in size from approximately 640 to 4,500 square feet
- Five tower levels housing the majority of the room stock
- The Masquerade Tower (also known as “Masque”) featuring large floor-to-ceiling windows, penthouse-style rooms, and a rooftop pool area
Casino Operations
The Rio Hotel & Casino has multiple casino areas:
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Rio Casino : The main gaming area covering approximately 100,000 square feet with a wide range of slots (over 800 machines) and table games such as poker (Texas Hold’em), roulette (American/Russian), blackjack (with various options like “Vegas Strip” or “Double Deck”), craps, baccarat, big six (a variation of the classic wheel game).
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Polo Towers Casino : A more intimate gaming environment offering around 120 machines and a smaller selection of table games.
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Masquerade Ballroom/Poker Room : Hosts live poker tournaments daily during select hours in addition to hosting large private events like wedding receptions, corporate functions, and high-stakes bingo nights under the majestic ceiling installation adorned with mirrored columns inspired by Rio’s Carnival celebrations at Christ the Redeemer.