Ellis Island Casino & Brewery vs Westgate Las Vegas Resort & 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 Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino offers 2,956 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Ellis Island Casino & Brewery | Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip East | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $ | $$ |
| Star Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 289 | 2,956 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 18,000 | 95,000 |
| Table Games | 10 | 40 |
| Slot Machines | 400 | 950 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | No | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Affinity Gaming | Independent |
| Year Established | 1968 | 1969 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 40 table games and 950 slots, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Ellis Island Casino & Brewery's 10 tables and 400 slots.
Luxury seekers
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino pairs a $$ price tier with a 4.0/5 rating, edging out Ellis Island Casino & Brewery on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Ellis Island Casino & Brewery ($) generally runs cheaper than Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino ($$).
Poker players
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has a dedicated poker room, while Ellis Island Casino & Brewery does not.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino wins for couples with a 4.0/5 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
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino wins 8 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Ellis Island Casino & Brewery if you want higher guest ratings; choose Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.