Grand Casino Hinckley MN Review
There are 18 Minnesota casinos, many of them concentrated near the twin cities of Minneapolis and St Paul. This Hinckley casino is one of several located in the north of the state. What each of them has in common is that, like many US casinos, all are owned and operated by the state’s Native American tribes.
Grand Casino Hinckley has 54,800 square feet of space for gaming and is the biggest employer in Pine County. Adjacent to the casino is the Grand Casino Hinckley hotel, the highest building between the Twin Cities and the Twin Ports.
Casino Games
There are slots, table games, poker, pull tabs and some great opportunities for substantial jackpot wins. The Norway Pines High Limit Area is available for high-rollers.
Slots
At Grand Casino you will be presented with a huge choice of over 2,000 video slots, keno and poker machines. There are multi-line/multi-coin and traditional three-reel games, from old favorites to the latest additions. Over 1,300 are low-denomination machines at only 1 or 2 cents per play, with others ranging up to $5.
The EZ Play ticket-in, ticket-out machines offer quick payouts. Some of the slots you’ll find here are Crystal Forest, Lucky Larry’s Lobstermania and Buffalo Stampede.
Table Games
The 28 table games include 26 blackjack tables with limits from $10 to $3,000. There are also bingo games and pull tabs.
History
Grand Casino Hinckley opened in 1992 under the ownership of Grand Casinos and is now owned and operated by Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures, the business leaders of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe’s. The hotel opened in the previous year.
Features and Amenities
In addition to the casino itself visitors and guests can also enjoy restaurants, the spa, gold club, a video games arcade, retail outlets and live entertainment. Some of the big-name performers who have appeared here are Aretha Franklin, Toby Keith and Kid Rock. Other events include boxing nights and shows by tribute bands.
Dining
There are 9 restaurants, cafes, takeouts and coffee bars at Hinckley. Dine at The Winds Steakhouse or The Grille House, or go casual at Stories Diner, Grand Provisions and The Buffet. Eat with entertainment at Rival House.
For snacks and sweet treats on-the-go there is the Sweet Spot, while freshly ground coffee, pastries and snacks are available at Corner Bean. Take a break from gaming and relax with a drink from the well-stocked Silver Sevens and 411 Craft Bar.
Shopping
The Gift Shop is packed with treasures, including fashion, accessories, gifts, candles and native pottery. There is also a sundries shop that is open 24/7.
Accommodation
The Grand Casino Hinckley hotel is one of the largest casino hotels in the state, with 563 rooms, each one equipped with free wireless internet, flat screen LCD HDTVs, refrigerator, microwave and phone with voicemail.
Hotel amenities include the spa, fitness center, Grand Harmony Spa, Grand National Golf, indoor swimming pool, raised whirlpool and seasonal outdoor seating. For road-trippers there is one of the best RV parks in Minnesota, or stay in a self-catering cabin lodge.
Loyalty Program
You can sign up for free to the Grand Rewards players club, which consists of five tiers: the more you earn, the higher you rise. Benefits include same-day cashback, quick-comping, free concert tickets, exclusive members-only events and promotions plus priority ‘Express Lane’ service.
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