Boulder Station Hotel & Casino vs Virgin Hotels Las Vegas: 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 Virgin Hotels Las Vegas offers 1,504 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Boulder Station Hotel & Casino | Virgin Hotels Las Vegas |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip East | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $ | $$ |
| Star Rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 300 | 1,504 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 89,000 | 60,000 |
| Table Games | 40 | 50 |
| Slot Machines | 2,700 | 700 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | No |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Station Casinos | Golden Entertainment |
| Year Established | 1994 | 2021 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 40 table games and 2,700 slots, Boulder Station Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Virgin Hotels Las Vegas's 50 tables and 700 slots.
Luxury seekers
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas pairs a $$ price tier with a 4.1/5 rating, edging out Boulder Station Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Boulder Station Hotel & Casino ($) generally runs cheaper than Virgin Hotels Las Vegas ($$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Virgin Hotels Las Vegas backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas wins for couples with a 4.1/5 rating and a full spa.
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
Virgin Hotels Las Vegas wins 4 of the compared categories to 3. Choose Boulder Station Hotel & Casino if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Virgin Hotels Las Vegas if you prefer higher guest ratings.