Palace Station vs Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's off-Strip locals casinos compared side by side. Palace Station offers 533 rooms, while Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa offers 816 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Palace Station | Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.1 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 533 | 816 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 84,000 | 87,000 |
| Table Games | 55 | 70 |
| Slot Machines | 1,800 | 2,400 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | Yes |
| Live Shows | No | Yes |
| Casino Group | — | Station Casinos |
| Year Established | 1976 | 2006 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 70 table games and 2,400 slots, Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa offers a wider gaming selection than Palace Station's 55 tables and 1,800 slots.
Luxury seekers
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out Palace Station on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Palace Station ($) generally runs cheaper than Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa ($$$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa scores better for families with a pool, live shows, and all-ages access.
Couples
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa wins for couples with a 4.5/5 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
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa wins 7 of the compared categories to 0. Choose Palace Station if you want lower prices; choose Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.