Although there are not too many exclusive hotels and casinos in the city of Mobile, Alabama, it’s definitely gambling country. Alabama casinos are primarily “bingo casinos” operated by Native Americans. Because there is no legalized gambling in Alabama, casinos can only be run on Native American land. These kinds of casinos pop up all over Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama. Mobile, Alabama, has an advantage—a short drive from a few major casinos, it’s not a strictly gambling town. Boating, beaches, parks and Mardi Gras bring tourists from all over the country down for a visit. Nearby casino-hotels make the trip rewarding for those who want to play their luck. Information is current as of January 2010.
Set smack in the middle between Pensacola, Florida, and Mobile, Alabama, the Wind Creek Casino hotel offers 236 luxurious rooms. Guests choose either deluxe queen or ultra king rooms or luxury suites. Rooms include an ultra-plush bed, 42-inch flat-screen HDTV, bath amenities, a coffeemaker and an in-room safe. The casino downstairs is more than 50,000 square feet of high-end card games and gaming, offering entertainment any time, day or night. The more than1,600 gaming machines include Wheel of Fortune, Price is Right, American Original and Draw Poker. Cash prizes are awarded from sixth place ($2,500) to first-place ($100,000). The casino’s Center Bar has professional beverage service and an entertainment lounge. Double room rates start from $109 per night.
Wind Creek Casino Hotel
303 Poarch Road
Atmore, AL 36502
(251) 368-8007
windcreekcasino.com
Located in the heart of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Grand Biloxi Casino, Hotel & Spa is an ideal gaming destination, a quick escape from Mobile. The Grand Biloxi hotel showcases 500 modernly furnished rooms, with 40 luxury suites. Amenities include plasma TVs, high-speed Internet, deluxe king- or queen-sized beds and access to the brand-new 16,000-square-foot spa, salon and fitness center. There is also an outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy. The casino downstairs is a classic arcade of gold and bright lights: The Grand Biloxi's all-new casino floor flaunts 800 slots and 35 table games, and guests can enjoy the action 24 hours per day. Double deluxe rooms at hotel start from $59 per night plus taxes.
Grand Biloxi Hotel and Casino
280 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39530
1-800-HARRAHS
www.harrahs.com/destinations/new-orleans-biloxi/hotel-casinos/market-home.shtml
The Quality Inn is not a casino hotel, but it’s a short drive (about 45 minutes) to the nearest casino. The Quality Inn’s advantage is that it offers a calm Alabama down-south setting with quick access to excitement at the casinos. The Quality Inn offers comfortable double rooms with free weekday newspaper, free coffee, an outdoor pool and complimentary daily breakfast. The hotel is located near the Mobile Greyhound Park, Mobile International Speedway, University of South Alabama and Dauphin Island. The hotel is within walking distance from restaurants, shops and resort attractions. A double smoking or nonsmoking room starts at $55 per night.
Quality Inn
5650 Tillmans Corner Parkway
Mobile, AL 36619
(251) 666-6604
qualityinn.com/hotel-mobile-alabama-AL413
