Gold Coast Hotel & Casino vs Palace Station: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's off-Strip locals casinos compared side by side. Gold Coast Hotel & Casino offers 711 rooms, while Palace Station offers 533 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Gold Coast Hotel & Casino | Palace Station |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $ | $ |
| Star Rating | 3.8 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 711 | 533 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 70,000 | 84,000 |
| Table Games | 42 | 55 |
| Slot Machines | 1,500 | 1,800 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | No |
| Casino Group | Boyd Gaming | — |
| Year Established | 1986 | 1976 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 55 table games and 1,800 slots, Palace Station offers a wider gaming selection than Gold Coast Hotel & Casino's 42 tables and 1,500 slots.
Luxury seekers
Palace Station pairs a $ price tier with a 4.1/5 rating, edging out Gold Coast Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $ price tier.
Poker players
Palace Station has a dedicated poker room, while Gold Coast Hotel & Casino does not.
Families
Gold Coast Hotel & Casino scores better for families with a pool, live shows, and all-ages access.
Couples
Palace Station wins for couples with a 4.1/5 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
Palace Station wins 7 of the compared categories to 2. Choose Gold Coast Hotel & Casino if you want more hotel rooms; choose Palace Station if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.