California Hotel & Casino vs Circa Resort & Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Downtown casinos compared side by side. California Hotel & Casino offers 781 rooms, while Circa Resort & Casino offers 777 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | California Hotel & Casino | Circa Resort & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Fremont West | Fremont West |
| Price Range | $ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.0 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 781 | 777 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 35,000 | 50,000 |
| Table Games | 30 | 49 |
| Slot Machines | 800 | 1,350 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | No |
| Spa | No | No |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | No | Yes |
| Casino Group | Independent | Independent |
| Year Established | 1975 | 2020 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 49 table games and 1,350 slots, Circa Resort & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than California Hotel & Casino's 30 tables and 800 slots.
Luxury seekers
Circa Resort & Casino pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.7/5 rating, edging out California Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
California Hotel & Casino ($) generally runs cheaper than Circa Resort & Casino ($$$).
Poker players
Circa Resort & Casino has a dedicated poker room, while California Hotel & Casino does not.
Families
Note that an adults-only policy applies to one property. Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Circa Resort & Casino wins for couples with a 4.7/5 rating.
Location & getting between them
Both properties are located on the Fremont West, walking distance apart. Plaza and Circa are at the western end of the Fremont Street Experience canopy. Golden Gate is steps away. California Hotel and Main Street Station are connected by a walkway just north of Fremont Street. Everything in this cluster is within a 5-minute walk. See our Fremont West guide for the full walkable cluster.
The verdict
Circa Resort & Casino wins 6 of the compared categories to 1. Choose California Hotel & Casino if you want more hotel rooms; choose Circa Resort & Casino if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.