Durango Casino & Resort vs Palace Station: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's off-Strip locals casinos compared side by side. Durango Casino & Resort offers 209 rooms, while Palace Station offers 533 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Durango Casino & Resort | Palace Station |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $$$ | $ |
| Star Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 209 | 533 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 83,000 | 84,000 |
| Table Games | 60 | 55 |
| Slot Machines | 2,100 | 1,800 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | No | No |
| Casino Group | Independent | — |
| Year Established | 2023 | 1976 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 60 table games and 2,100 slots, Durango Casino & Resort offers a wider gaming selection than Palace Station's 55 tables and 1,800 slots.
Luxury seekers
Durango Casino & Resort pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out Palace Station on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Palace Station ($) generally runs cheaper than Durango Casino & Resort ($$$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Durango Casino & Resort backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Durango Casino & Resort wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
Both properties are located on the Off-Strip West, walking distance apart. Off-Strip West casinos are spread across the west side of the valley and are best reached by car or rideshare. Rio and Palms are closest to the Strip (5-10 minutes). Red Rock and Suncoast are in the Summerlin area (20-25 minutes from Strip). Free parking is standard at all properties. See our Off-Strip West guide for the full walkable cluster.
The verdict
It's an even matchup — 3 categories each. Choose Durango Casino & Resort if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Palace Station if you prefer more hotel rooms.