Casino Player September 2022

THE BEST OF GAMING 2022

Best Overall Gaming Resort: Mount Airy Casino Resort

Pennsylvania

T he Keystone State has become one of the leading gaming states in the nation. This mix of racinos and standalone casinos has become incredibly popular with local players, the result of which has been to siphon players from other gaming regions, most notably Atlantic City. Slots are all there were in the first few years of Pennsylvania gaming, but the state moved to legalize table games in 2010. Now you’ll find a full complement of blackjack, craps and other favorites, including live poker. And business has been booming with record revenues posted each year totaling in the billions. Like New Jersey, the state is also a leader in the online gaming sector as well. This year’s race for Best Overall Casino Resort saw the same properties as 2021 but with some changes in the rankings. All three finishers, however, offer a great gambling experience. After two straight runner-up finishes, Mount Airy Casino Resort rises to the top. This full-service luxury resort is located in the Pocono Mountains and features 188 rooms, four restaurants, a spa and salon and a beautiful golf course. As a vacation destination, it follows in the footsteps of its illustrious predecessor, the Mount Airy Lodge. The famed facility stood on the site from 1898–2001. Mount Airy scored big in numerous categories including Best Hotel, Best Pool, Best Golf Course, Favorite Casino Resort To Vacation At, Best Hosts, Best Promotions, Best Reel Slots, Best Craps and Friendliest Sportsbook.

Mohegan Sun Pocono, in Plains, slides up into the second-place position and features a 238-room hotel with 82,000 square feet of casino space including 50 table games, 1,900 slot machines and electronic table games; and a variety of dining, shopping and entertainment options. Players can also take in some live harness racing or bet on some simulcast racing at the property. Readers recognize Mohegan Sun Pocono for Best Rooms, Best Players Club, Best High Limit Room, Casino Where You Feel The Luckiest and Best Roulette. Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia drops a couple positions this year for the bronze medal but still offers players a stellar stay and play. Gamblers will find 200 rooms, 30 suites and excellent gaming opportunities. Slot players can check out 2,200 games and there are also 150 table games to find a seat at. Live! brought in plenty of accolades for Best Hotel Staff, Best Suites, Favorite Casino Resort For A Staycation, Best Casino, Best Comps, Best Dealers, Best Table Game Tournaments, Best Slot Tournaments, Best Poker Room, Best Video Slots and Best Carnival Games. The property also earned top honors for three out of five sportsbook categories as well.

Best Overall Gaming Resort ❶ Mount Airy Casino Resort ❷ Mohegan Sun Pocono ❸ Live! Casino Hotel Philadelphia

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