Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Lake Charles, LA, United States
Lake Charles's Landry's resort casino — 1,700+ slots, 70+ tables, a luxury hotel, spa & celebrity dining on the Calcasieu River, opened 2014.
Casino Facts
Year Opened
2014
Gaming Floor
73,000 sq ft
Slot Machines
1,700
Table Games
70
Poker Tables
15
Hotel Rooms
740
About Golden Nugget Lake Charles
Overview
Golden Nugget Lake Charles is owned by Landry's Inc. (Tilman Fertitta) and opened in 2014 as one of the finest casino resorts in the Lake Charles market — competing directly with L'Auberge Casino Resort for the premium tier of southwestern Louisiana gaming. The property features the same Golden Nugget brand used in Downtown Las Vegas, Biloxi, and Atlantic City, bringing a national luxury gaming identity to the Lake Charles market.
The Lake Charles casino market benefits from its location as the nearest major gaming destination for millions of Texas residents — particularly from Houston (~120 miles east) and the Golden Triangle (Beaumont, Port Arthur, Orange). The Texas gaming prohibition has historically driven significant visitation to Louisiana's western casino corridor.
Gaming & Hotel
1,700+ slot machines and 70+ live table games. A luxury hotel provides premium Lake Charles accommodations. The Golden Nugget loyalty program (integrated with Landry's Select Club) provides nationwide value for frequent visitors.
Getting There
Located at 2550 Golden Nugget Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601, on the Calcasieu River. Approximately 120 miles east of Houston via I-10. Free parking and valet available.
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