Edgewater Casino Resort
- Founded
- 1981-01-01 in Laughlin, Nevada, USA
- Headquarters
- 2020 South Casino Drive, Laughlin, Nevada 89029, USA
Edgewater Casino Resort is a mid-scale riverfront casino hotel in Laughlin, Nevada, opened in 1981. It offers over 1,000 guest rooms, a 57,457-square-foot casino with slot machines, race and sports book, and table games, along with multiple dining outlets, a pool and spa, and live entertainment at the Edge Pavilion and L.A. Comedy Club. The property is owned by Vici Properties and operated by Golden Entertainment, participating in the True Rewards loyalty program with the adjacent Aquarius Casino Resort. After a series of ownership changes from Circus Circus Enterprises to MGM Mirage and then to Marnell & Sher Gaming, Golden Entertainment acquired Edgewater in 2019. A major real-estate transaction in 2026 transferred the land to Vici Properties as part of Golden's going-private move. Edgewater remains a key destination on the Colorado River, competing with other Laughlin casinos.
Detailed Review
History & Ownership
Edgewater opened in 1981, but its early years were marred by licensing complications when the Nevada Gaming Control Board raised concerns about alleged ties between some ownership partners and members of the Detroit crime family. The remaining partners were forced to buy out those shares. In 1983, Circus Circus Enterprises acquired the property for $17 million, later rebranding as Mandalay Resort Group. When MGM Mirage acquired Mandalay in 2005, it took ownership of Edgewater. In 2007, MGM Mirage sold Edgewater and the adjacent Colorado Belle to Marnell & Sher Gaming for $200 million. Golden Entertainment purchased both properties in January 2019 for $190 million. In 2026, as part of Golden’s going-private transaction, Vici Properties purchased the real estate and leased it back to Golden.
Property Details
The resort is located at 2020 South Casino Drive, Laughlin, NV 89029. It features 1,053 rooms (1,016 guest rooms and 37 suites) across two towers: Sedona (26-story) and Santa Fe (6-story). The casino floor spans 57,457 square feet with more than 755 slot machines, a race and sports book billed as Laughlin’s largest, and a limited number of table games. Amenities include an outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, several restaurants ranging from quick-service to fine dining, a gift shop, and RV and boat-trailer parking. Entertainment venues include the Edge Pavilion (seats over 2,000), the L.A. Comedy Club, and regular live music events. The loyal program is True Rewards, shared with the adjacent Aquarius Casino Resort.
Notable Events
On February 3, 2010, a speeding vehicle crashed into the casino’s south entrance, killing two patrons and injuring eight; the driver suffered a medical episode. In June 2026, the combined Edgewater and Aquarius properties paid out more than $3.4 million in jackpots, including a $1.5 million jackpot.
Current Status
Edgewater Casino Resort operates under the Golden Entertainment banner, with Vici Properties as the real-estate owner. The property continues to serve Laughlin’s visitor base, competing with other riverfront casinos while maintaining a mid-scale price point.
Key Products
Casino Floor
57,457 sq ft of gaming space with slot machines, race & sports book, and a limited number of table games.
Hotel Rooms
1,016 guest rooms and 37 suites across Sedona (26-story) and Santa Fe (6-story) towers.
True Rewards Program
Shared loyalty program with Aquarius Casino Resort; offers points for gaming, dining, and hotel stays.
Edge Pavilion
Indoor entertainment venue seating over 2,000, hosting concerts, comedy shows, and special events.
L.A. Comedy Club
Dedicated comedy venue within the resort.
Dining Outlets
Multiple restaurants ranging from fast-casual to full-service dining.
Pool & Spa
Outdoor pool with splash features and spa services.
RV & Boat Parking
On-site parking for recreational vehicles and boat trailers.
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