Ellis Island Casino & Brewery vs South Point Hotel Casino & Spa: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's off-Strip locals casinos compared side by side. Ellis Island Casino & Brewery offers 289 rooms, while South Point Hotel Casino & Spa offers 2,163 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Ellis Island Casino & Brewery | South Point Hotel Casino & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip East | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $ | $ |
| Star Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 289 | 2,163 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 18,000 | 80,000 |
| Table Games | 10 | 60 |
| Slot Machines | 400 | 2,100 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | No | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Affinity Gaming | Station Casinos |
| Year Established | 1968 | 2005 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 60 table games and 2,100 slots, South Point Hotel Casino & Spa offers a wider gaming selection than Ellis Island Casino & Brewery's 10 tables and 400 slots.
Luxury seekers
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa pairs a $ price tier with a 4.4/5 rating, edging out Ellis Island Casino & Brewery on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $ price tier.
Poker players
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa has a dedicated poker room, while Ellis Island Casino & Brewery does not.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa wins for couples with a 4.4/5 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
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa wins 9 of the compared categories to 0. Choose Ellis Island Casino & Brewery if you want a well-rounded stay; choose South Point Hotel Casino & Spa if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.