Ellis Island Casino & Brewery vs Sunset Station Hotel & Casino: 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 Sunset Station Hotel & Casino offers 448 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Ellis Island Casino & Brewery | Sunset Station Hotel & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip East | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $ | $$ |
| Star Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 289 | 448 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 18,000 | 80,000 |
| Table Games | 10 | 50 |
| Slot Machines | 400 | 2,200 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | No | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Affinity Gaming | Station Casinos |
| Year Established | 1968 | 1997 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 50 table games and 2,200 slots, Sunset Station Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Ellis Island Casino & Brewery's 10 tables and 400 slots.
Luxury seekers
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino pairs a $$ price tier with a 4.2/5 rating, edging out Ellis Island Casino & Brewery on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery ($) generally runs cheaper than Sunset Station Hotel & Casino ($$).
Poker players
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino has a dedicated poker room, while Ellis Island Casino & Brewery does not.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino wins for couples with a 4.2/5 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
Sunset Station Hotel & Casino wins 8 of the compared categories to 0. Choose Ellis Island Casino & Brewery if you want lower prices; choose Sunset Station Hotel & Casino if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.