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The Aquarius Casino Resort (formerly Flamingo Hilton Laughlin and Flamingo Laughlin) is a hotel and casino located on the banks of the Colorado River in Laughlin, Nevada. It is owned and operated by Golden Entertainment and is the largest hotel in Laughlin. Laughlin Casino, Hotels and Gaming Reopening List. Aquarius Casino Resort - Hotel opens at 3pm on June 3rd. Gaming machines turned on June 4, at 12:01am.

LAUGHLIN (KTNV) — Aquarius and Edgewater casino-resorts in Laughlin will reopen at 8 a.m. on June 4.

To welcome visitors back, representatives for the Aquarius and Edgewater properties said they are offering up to a 45 percent discount on all room reservations.

'Laughlin has long been a popular destination for summer getaways to take in watersports on the Colorado River and the excitement of the casinos,' said Sean Hammond, vice president and general manager of Aquarius and Edgewater. 'We look forward to reopening in time for people to enjoy their trips to Laughlin, while also providing a safe, healthy atmosphere.'

The Aquarius and Edgewater properties have said the two have implemented broad safety measures under the company's new 'Golden Commitment' standards, as part of Golde Entertainment.

These measures include sanitation protocols at every touchpoint, from the casinos, restaurants, and bars to the elevators and rooms.

A full outline of the 'Golden Commitment' standards is available here.

Per guidelines set by the state of Nevada, Aquarius and Edgewater said they will also limit property occupancies to 50 percent.

All health and safety measures are subject to change based on any updates from the State of Nevada.

While some areas of the resorts will be closed during an initial reopening phase, most of the restaurants and the main casino floors will reopen.

A full listing of hours and closures is below at Aquarius:

ACCOMMODATIONS

Situated on the banks of the Colorado River, Aquarius Casino Resort is the largest hotel in Laughlin, Nevada. With 1,906 hotel rooms and suites split between two 18-floor towers, Aquarius offers sweeping views of the Colorado River and the Laughlin Strip through floor-to-ceiling windows. The spacious rooms include complimentary wireless internet service, coffee makers and refrigerators. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, a resort pool and tennis courts.

RESTAURANTS

Café Aquarius
6 a.m. – midnight Sunday – Thursday; 6 – 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday

For breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night dining, Café Aquarius offers an extensive menu from prime rib and specialty burgers, to breakfast classics and daily specials.

Duet Coffee & Wine

6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 6 a.m. – midnight Friday and Saturday.

Duet Coffee & Wine elevates the classic coffee shop experience with a selection of wines by the glass, or bottle, to pair with a variety of cheese and fruit platters, snacks and paninis. Coffee and breakfast options are available to-go or dine-in.

Outback Steakhouse

Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; noon – 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Renowned for its bold flavors, Outback Steakhouse features a menu of uniquely seasoned steaks, prime rib, chops, chicken, seafood, and pasta. The popular Aussie-style steakhouse prides itself on serving signature dishes, made fresh every day with the highest quality ingredients.

Subway

Open 7 a.m. – 12 a.m. daily

Panda Express

Open 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. daily

McDonald's

Open 24 hours daily

Vineyard Ristorante

Temporarily closed

Windows on the River Buffet

Temporarily closed

River's Edge

Open 7 a.m. - midnight daily.

Located poolside, River's Edge offers a full bar and menu of appetizers, burgers, wraps, salads, and more by the newly renovated pool, as well as for those exploring the Riverwalk. More information is available here.

BARS & LOUNGES

Splash

Open daily from 9 a.m. – midnight

Splash, a stylish, laid-back lounge, showcases live entertainment, sports viewing and more. Splash is also available for private events. More information is available here.

The Cove Bar & Lounge

Monday – Thursday from noon – 11 p.m., Friday - Saturday from 9 a.m. – midnight; Friday – Saturday from 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of the Colorado River at The Cove Bar & Lounge, which offers a smoke-free environment. The award-winning bar offers a full bar of both classic and imaginative cocktails, plus 13 video poker interfaces. More information is available here.

The Zodiac Bar

Open 24 hours daily.

Zodiac Bar is located at the center of the gaming action, just steps from table games and high limit betting. Zodiac offers video poker, keno and blackjack, plus specialty and premium cocktails. More information is available here.

AMENITIES

Resort Pool

7 a.m. – midnight daily.

After a $5 million renovation, the pool at Aquarius offers a unique opportunity to lounge, swim and play while overlooking the Colorado River and Riverwalk. The 34,000-square-foot complex includes two Jacuzzis, nine private cabanas and 100 chaise lounges. This resort-style pool offers adult-only hours, where guests must be 18 years of age or older.

Fitness Center

Temporarily closed

Aquarius Casino Laughlin Reopening Dates

A full listing of hours and closures is below at the Edgewater:

ACCOMMODATIONS

Located on the Colorado River, Edgewater features relaxing accommodations: a world-class casino, resort-style amenities including a pool, spa and fitness center, restaurants and lounges. All rooms are equipped with one king or two queen beds, Keurig coffee makers, 32' flat screen TVs with expanded channels.

RESTAURANTS

Hickory Pit

4 – 9 p.m. Thursday – Monday

The Hickory Pit offers guests an intimate yet casual gourmet dinner. The menu features steak, seafood and pasta specialties. The bar features the '777' happy hour, offering a variety of menu items for $7. More information is available here or by calling (702) 298-2453.

Grand Buffet

Temporarily closed

Capriotti's

Open 10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Capriotti's Sandwich Shop offers guests a selection of features, including The Bobbie, voted Greatest Sandwich in America. More information is available here.

Wild Style Burgers & Pizza

11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 11 – 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday

Edgewater Casino Resort's newest restaurant Wild Style Burgers & Pizza is located on the main casino level just north of the Edge Lounge. Burger ingredients include freshly ground beef, plus a top-it-yourself condiment bar that offers lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, Pico de Gallo and jalapeño slices. Pizzas are 20-inches in diameter and feature an imported cheese blend plus a variety of additional toppings. Pizzas are cut in to eight wedges, yielding enormous individual pizza sections when purchased by the slice. More information is available here.

Coco's Bakery & Restaurant

Temporarily closed

Dunkin' Donuts

5 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

The popular coffee shop features a selection of donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches and coffee drinks located at on the casino level. More information is available here.

BARS & LOUNGES

River Bar

Open 24 hours

The Edgewater's River Bar is located on the main casino level next to the Edgewater Pit, overlooking the Colorado River. Specializing in handcrafted beer varieties, the River Bar features a wide variety of beer and liquor choices.

O'Aces Bar

Open 9 - 1 a.m. daily

The O'Aces Bar is located on the main casino level next to the south entrance of the casino, overlooking the Colorado River. The bar features a full bar and a variety of draft beer selections.

Embers Bar

Open 4 - 10 p.m. daily

The Embers Bar is located just inside the entrance to the Hickory Pit Steakhouse on the casino's river level and provides a comfortable area for steakhouse guests to relax before dinner reservations.

AMENITIES

Resort Pool

Open 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily

Edgewater's pool area is conveniently located near the hotel gift shop on the first level of the casino. The pool area offers a resort size swimming pool and a spa.

Fitness Center

Temporarily closed

Riverwalk

The Laughlin Riverwalk offers views of the scenic Nevada desert scenery and Colorado River. Services include summer jet-ski rentals and affordable river cruises to Davis Dam or Lake Havasu City.

Aquarius Casino Resort
The property as seen from the Colorado River in 2018
Location Laughlin, Nevada, U.S.
Address 1900 South Casino Drive
Opening dateAugust 1, 1990; 30 years ago
ThemeOcean
No. of rooms1,907
Total gaming space57,070 sq ft (5,302 m2)
OwnerGolden Entertainment
Previous namesFlamingo Hilton Laughlin (1990–2000)
Flamingo Laughlin (2000–2006)
Renovated in2000, 2008, 2010
Websiteaquariuscasinoresort.com

The Aquarius Casino Resort (formerly Flamingo Hilton Laughlin and Flamingo Laughlin) is a hotel and casino located on the banks of the Colorado River in Laughlin, Nevada. It is owned and operated by Golden Entertainment and is the largest hotel in Laughlin.

Facilities[edit]

The Aquarius has two 18-floor towers with 1,907 rooms and suites that overlook the Colorado River. The casino, with an area of 57,070 square feet (5,302 m2), has 1,240 slot machines, 33 table games, and a race and sports book.[1][2] The property includes a business center, fitness center, pool and tennis courts. The Aquarius also has a tour boat, the Celebration, which takes visitors on a tour of the Colorado River area of Laughlin.

Reopening

History[edit]

Flamingo Hilton Laughlin (1990–2000)[edit]

Flamingo Laughlin logo (1990–2006)

On August 1, 1990, the property opened as the Flamingo Hilton Laughlin.

Flamingo Laughlin (2000–2006)[edit]

In October 2000, the hotel's name was changed to the Flamingo Laughlin.

On November 29, 2005, Harrah's Entertainment announced plans to sell the resort to American Casino & Entertainment Properties (ACEP). The $170-million sale closed on May 19, 2006. ACEP was allowed to continue using the Flamingo name for up to six months after the sale.

Aquarius Casino Resort (2006–present)[edit]

The Flamingo Laughlin became the Aquarius Casino Resort on November 24, 2006.

In 2008, ACEP completed $54 million in renovations at the Aquarius.[3]

In October 2017, Golden Entertainment purchased ACEP, adding the Aquarius and three other casinos to its portfolio.[4]

Entertainment[edit]

The Aquarius features entertainment appearing regularly in Splash Cabaret for free, and occasional stage shows and musical reviews in the Aquarius Pavilion.[5]

References[edit]

  1. ^Nonrestricted Square Footage Report (Report). Nevada Gaming Control Board. March 6, 2018. Retrieved September 10, 2018.
  2. ^Nonrestricted Count Report(Excel) (Report). Nevada Gaming Control Board. June 30, 2018. Retrieved September 10, 2018.
  3. ^American Casino & Entertainment Properties LLC 2012 Form 10-K Annual Report
  4. ^'Golden closes on $850M deal for Stratosphere, 3 other casinos'. Las Vegas Review-Journal. 23 October 2017.
  5. ^'Splash'. The Aquarius Casino and Resort.

External links[edit]

  • Official website
  • Media related to Aquarius Casino Resort at Wikimedia Commons

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