Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall, Las Vegas Downtown
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| Address | 128 E. Fremont St. [ map ] |
|---|---|
| Neighbors | Golden Nugget Las Vegas Club Fremont |
| Pricing | $ $ $ $ $
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| Drink Service | Awesome |
| Club Card | Yes - Horseshoe Club |
| Cool Stuff | Hunter S. Thompson and 'Fear and Loathing In Las Vegas' nuts would surely like to know that the room they stayed in (for the 1971 Mint 400) was room #850... (What was the Mint is now a part of the Horseshoe.) |
| Shows | There are no shows at this joint |
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History of Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall
Binions is one of the grandpappys of Vegas. Built in 1951 by the inimitable Texas road gambler and sometimes thug and family man Benny Binion, the Horseshoe is known for accepting all kinds of action... if you got some kind of crazy bet you wanna make, then Binion's is (was) the place to make it. After Benny passed away in 1989, Binions ownership passed down to his kids Jack, Teddy and Becky. Jack sold his stake in the Vegas Horseshoe on to open a Horseshoe in Tunica, MS. Becky and Ted ran the place until Ted's drug problems and shady friends got him banned for life from running a gambling joint. Becky took over shortly thereafter and slowly ran the place into the ground. Binion's Horseshoe closed in early 2004 for a coupla months due to some unpaid union retirement bills... the Binion family was 'forced' to sell the casino. Harrah's bought it and re-opened it just in time for the 2004 World Series of Poker. Of course, Harrah's quickly sold the property, but kept the World Series of Poker and the 'Horseshoe' name. The new owners MTR Gaming did what they could to the joint, including a lot of redecorating of the casino interior and exterior. Still, they couldn't make Binion's work for them and sold it to TLC Enterprises, the owners of the Four Queens in 2007. We expect the Four Queens folks to do a better job.
Lotsa history here... not all of it nice and good... but still awesome. We love Binions.
How are the rooms at Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall?
If you expect nothing, you'll be satisfied. Binion's rooms are basic, functional, funky yet liveable. If you're willing to sacrifice posh for hot table action, and want a good room and a great price, Binion's can't be beat. The food across the street at the Las Vegas Club and the Golden Nugget will easily suffice.
What restaurants are at Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall?
Ever since Harrah's took over Binion's in winter 2004, lots of changes have been made. From what we hear Benny's Binion Burgers are out and so is the "mystery entree" in the Poker Players buffet. We haven't had a chance to get in there to eat since they changed thing up, so if you've got some tips, please send em in.
Where is Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall Located?
Right under the hood of the Fremont Street experience, in the Heart of Downtown Las Vegas. You can easily stay in downtown and never leave for weeks. While you're here, be sure to check out all the groovy neon art that has been restored by the Neon Museum, as well as the giant statue of Benny Binion on Fremont Street.
Exclusive Tips for Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall:
The Wheel of Fortune slots on the middle wall, towards the poker room rain money. Check em out.
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Can't beat Binions...
The south Building used to be The Mint hotel. Binion's is one of my Favorites. Plus they have photos of Stu Unger on thier walls..
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Always a fun place to gamble. Dealers are extremely helpful. You get service there you'd not get on the strip.
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My most recent trip, I decided a few weeks before going to switch my reservations to Binion's. With the property now having local ownership with plans to finally spruce the place up, I thought I'd try the place out. Once they get the rooms renovated, the place will be nice. Binion's Coffee Shop is definitely one of my favorite places to eat at.
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Actually a nice small casino in downtown. Food in the Binion's Coffee Shop (which is in the basement) was surprisingly good and cheap!!
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I stayed there a couple times. Once before the Horseshoe branding was removed. Once right after. Both times I was able to get rooms for $25-30/night. They are passable places to sleep, but I wouldn't want to spend a lot of time hanging out in them. Because Downtown is my favorite area to play, Binion's has been a fave of mine for a while. Even when they had the country trollops carting around the casino doing songs. Corny, but a fun change of pace. Frankly, this place has always felt the most like I expected from a gambling hall. Low ceilings, dark, old and wizened dealers and waitresses (like the short, big-haired woman who turns up in EVERY show on Vegas), serious craps players at all hours. The post-trollop layout changes are not my favorite, but I'll cope. Our family tradition is to go to the snak bar first thing and get one of the heaping bowls of beef stew. Now that Al (the dude in charge of the snack bar) has retired, I may have to develop a new tradition. Huzzah to Al.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Best place in downtown.
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Classic poker room surrounded by classic dump. I hear the steakhouse is pretty good.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Old skool. Ghosts of the past lurking everywhere.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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Binions Hotel & Gambling Hall is one of my favorites.
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If you've never been to Binion's, make it a point to stop on your next trip.For dice players, this is mecca! You can still find a $3 game during the week and $5 tables on Friday afternoons. The chatter from some of the dealers is classic. The table that borders Fremont Street is the best table in Vegas. Long live Binion's!