Club Regent Casino
A Caribbean theme might seem out of place in the stereotypically chilly Canadian climate but Club Regent Casino in Winnipeg, Manitoba, invokes warmth in all its rooms. Part of a combined casino, hotel, and concert complex, Club Regent Casino is one of three casinos in and around Winnipeg, alongside McPhillips Station Casino and South Beach Casino & Resort.
Table of Contents:
- History and Background
- Location and Accessibility
- Casino Overview
- Gaming Options
- Accommodation
- Hours of Operation
- Entry Requirements
- FAQs
History and Background
While not quite as storied as some of the biggest names in North America, like The Flamingo in Las Vegas (founded in 1946), Winnipeg's Club Regent Casino can at least date its founding back to the late 20th century. The site appeared in 1993 with a design that emulates casinos on The Strip. Designed by Number TEN architectural group, Club Regent Casino is owned by the Canadian Government today via the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation.
Location and Accessibility
Club Regent Casino is located just a 15-minute drive from Downtown Winnipeg at 415 Regent Ave W. Winnipeg Transit maintains 70 Park & Ride stalls on Regent Avenue, providing a convenient connection to the city centre. Accessible parking is in front of the south entrance.
The casino is well situated for restaurants, within walking distance of Subway, QDOBA, Smitty's, Red Swan Pizza, and Mongo's Grill. There are several bars on site, including Toukies Restaurant & Bar and Heineken Banyan Bar, and the Kildonan Place Shopping Centre is nearby too.
Casino Overview
Club Regent Casino has a striking, contemporary finish with a wooden exterior and neon pink and green lighting. Inside, Number TEN reports that Club Regent Casino is 100,000sq ft (other estimates claim 133,600sq ft), including the Event Centre.
Next door, the Canad Inns Destination Centre has a Playmakers Gaming Lounge, described by the owner as a "boutique" casino. It has an estimated size of 3,000 to 4,000sq ft.
Gaming Floor Overview
Live table games (with a dealer) occur daily between 5:30pm and 3am. Club Regent Casino provides stadium gaming, the "evolution" of table games, to quote Club Regent Casino's official website, between 10am and 3am. Dealer-assisted stadium gaming is available between 5:30pm and 3am. Club Regent Casino has 44 table games, 200 gaming terminals, and more than 1,200 slots.
Hours of Operation
The Playmakers Gaming Lounge is open from 9am to midnight each day. Club Regent Casino opens at 10am and closes at 3am.
Gaming Options
Club Regent Casino has around 1,200 slot machines from Konami, Bally, Aristocrat, and IGT. It's known locally for its progressive slot jackpots, which regularly exceed $1m CAD in value. The Playmakers Gaming Lounge has a host of Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs), which use lottery mechanics over standard slot Random Number Generators (RNGs).
Dragon Link, 88 Fortunes, and Dancing Drums are listed among the favourite slots across the two gaming spaces, alongside the Buffalo and Wheel of Fortune series.
Table Games
Blackjack
Blackjack and Double Deck feature at Club Regent Casino in live formats, while standard blackjack is playable as an assisted or unassisted stadium game.
Poker
Ultimate Texas Hold'em is playable at Club Regent Casino inside a 12-table poker room. There are dedicated Face-up Pai Gai Poker tables too.
Roulette
Standard roulette can be found as both a live and stadium game.
Baccarat
Along with slots, baccarat is one of Club Regent Casino's most popular game types. Play Dai Bac, Squeeze, and EZ Baccarat.
Electronic Games
Club Regent Casino has video poker, keno, bingo, and table games in video machine format. Craps and the Big Six wheel feature as electronic games exclusively.
High Limit Gaming
Bet up to$100 CAD per spin on selected slot machines. Club Regent Casino may also provide high-limit blackjack tables for up to $50 CAD per bet (Double Deck).
Accommodation
Hotel Overview
Club Regent Casino & Event Centre is one of two buildings in a wider complex. To the east, the structure is connected to the Canad Inns Destination Centre, a three star hotel with 146 rooms.
Room Types and Amenities
The Aaltos "comfort food" diner, Blue Lagoon event space, and Nautilus fitness centre appear prominently in the hotel's marketing.
Rooms come in combinations of queen and king beds, all the way up to the King Room, which has upgraded amenities, including a queen-sized sofa bed, work desk, and complimentary WiFi. Rooms have a maximum occupancy of five people (no pets allowed).
The Ambassador Banquet & Conference Centre can fit up to 650 people, with 13,810sq ft dedicated to function rooms. Less-able guests can take advantage of four wheelchair-friendly rooms. Finally, an indoor pool - Splasher's - gives gamers a space to relax.
Booking Information
Book on the official Canada Inns Destination Centre website or by calling +1 (204) 667-5560.
Packages and Deals
- Booking directly with the hotel sometimes yields up to 20% off room prices. The current promotion expires at the end of 2024.
- Stay & Play packages at Club Regent Casino and McPhillips Station Casino have $15 CAD slot freeplay built into the deal.
- The Canadvantage Card is a rewards scheme that allows guests to accrue points towards gift cards and future stays.
- Similarly, the Club at the Casinos of Winnipeg gifts members $15 CAD free play and a raft of benefits for casino gaming in the state.
Hours of Operation
Guests must check in after 4pm and leave by 11am.
Entry Requirements
Players must be aged 18+ to enter Club Regent Casino or the Playmakers Gaming Lounge. No dress code is enforced but ID may be required for entry. Note that each facility on site (such as the Event Centre) may have different entry rules.
FAQs
How many slots does Club Regent have?
1,200+.
What year did Club Regent open?
Club Regent casino opened in 1993.
How many seats are there at Club Regent Casino?
The site has 12 poker tables that can seat 10 players each.
What time is bingo at Club Regent Casino?
Eight different categories divide the bingo schedule at Club Regent Casino. However, bingo is generally available from 11am at the earliest to midnight at the latest, both on Saturdays.
What are Club Regent Casino's operating hours?
10am to 3am.
How can I join the player rewards program?
Visit the official Casinos of Winnipeg website, click on Club Card in the top right, and then press ‘Join the Club’ to fill in your details.
What dining options are available?
The casino floor has free tea and coffee. Toukies Restaurant & Bar, Coors Centre Bar, Ice Cream Shoppe, and Heineken Banyan Bar are situated within the casino building.
Are there any special promotions for new players?
Yes, you can see the latest promotions in our Packages and Deals section above.
What entertainment options are available at the casino?
Club Regent Event Centre hosts live music and entertainment. Guests at the Canad Inns Destination Centre have the option of an indoor pool and waterslide.
How can I book a stay at the casino hotel?
Call +1 (204) 667-5560 or book on the Canad Inns Destination Centre's official website.
Is there a dress code for the casino?
No, there is no dress code.