Gold Coast Hotel & Casino vs Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino: 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 Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino offers 2,522 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Gold Coast Hotel & Casino | Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $ | $$ |
| Star Rating | 3.8 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 711 | 2,522 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 70,000 | 117,330 |
| Table Games | 42 | 80 |
| Slot Machines | 1,500 | 1,200 |
| Poker Room | No | No |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | Yes |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Boyd Gaming | Independent |
| Year Established | 1986 | 1990 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 42 table games and 1,500 slots, Gold Coast Hotel & Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino's 80 tables and 1,200 slots.
Luxury seekers
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino pairs a $$ price tier with a 3.8/5 rating, edging out Gold Coast Hotel & Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Gold Coast Hotel & Casino ($) generally runs cheaper than Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino ($$).
Poker players
Neither property has a dedicated poker room.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino wins for couples with a 3.8/5 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
Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino wins 6 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Gold Coast Hotel & Casino if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino if you prefer more hotel rooms.