Boulder Station Hotel & Casino vs Ellis Island Casino & Brewery: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's off-Strip locals casinos compared side by side. Boulder Station Hotel & Casino offers 300 rooms, while Ellis Island Casino & Brewery offers 289 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Boulder Station Hotel & Casino | Ellis Island Casino & Brewery |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip East | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $ | $ |
| Star Rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 300 | 289 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 89,000 | 18,000 |
| Table Games | 40 | 10 |
| Slot Machines | 2,700 | 400 |
| Poker Room | Yes | No |
| Sportsbook | Yes | No |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | No |
| Spa | No | No |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Station Casinos | Affinity Gaming |
| Year Established | 1994 | 1968 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 40 table games and 2,700 slots, Boulder Station Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Ellis Island Casino & Brewery's 10 tables and 400 slots.
Luxury seekers
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery pairs a $ price tier with a 4.2/5 rating, edging out Boulder Station Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $ price tier.
Poker players
Boulder Station Hotel & Casino has a dedicated poker room, while Ellis Island Casino & Brewery does not.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery wins for couples with a 4.2/5 rating.
Location & getting between them
Both properties are located on the Off-Strip East, walking distance apart. Off-Strip East casinos require a car or rideshare to reach. Ellis Island and Tuscany are the closest to the Strip (walking distance from the Strip's east side). Green Valley Ranch and Sunset Station are in Henderson (15-20 minutes). Boulder Highway casinos are clustered together. See our Off-Strip East guide for the full walkable cluster.
The verdict
Boulder Station Hotel & Casino wins 7 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Boulder Station Hotel & Casino if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Ellis Island Casino & Brewery if you prefer higher guest ratings.