Gold Coast Hotel & Casino vs Palms Casino Resort: 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 Palms Casino Resort offers 766 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Gold Coast Hotel & Casino | Palms Casino Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 3.8 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 711 | 766 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 70,000 | 94,000 |
| Table Games | 42 | 70 |
| Slot Machines | 1,500 | 1,000 |
| Poker Room | No | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | Yes |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Boyd Gaming | Independent |
| Year Established | 1986 | 2001 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 42 table games and 1,500 slots, Gold Coast Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Palms Casino Resort's 70 tables and 1,000 slots.
Luxury seekers
Palms Casino Resort pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.2/5 rating, edging out Gold Coast Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Gold Coast Hotel & Casino ($) generally runs cheaper than Palms Casino Resort ($$$).
Poker players
Palms Casino Resort has a dedicated poker room, while Gold Coast Hotel & Casino does not.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Palms Casino Resort 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 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
Palms Casino Resort wins 8 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Gold Coast Hotel & Casino if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Palms Casino Resort if you prefer higher guest ratings.