Intranet Choctaw Casino
| Choctaw Casinos & Resorts | |
|---|---|
| Opening date | March 8, 2006 (Durant location) |
| No. of rooms | various |
| Total gaming space | 218,844 sq ft (20,331.3 m2) (Durant location) |
| Notable restaurants | Butterfields Buffet 1832 Steakhouse Tomatillo Mexican Grill Jackpot Java The Salt Lick Bar-B-Que |
| Casino type | Indian |
| Owner | Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma |
| Renovated in | 2008 |
| Website | Choctaw Casino Resort |
Choctaw Casinos & Resorts is a chain of eight Indian casinos and hotels located in Oklahoma, owned and operated by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
The original location in Durant has 218,844 sq ft (20,331.3 m2) of gaming floor, over 4,200 slot machines, and 776 hotel rooms. The resort has two casinos and two hotels within the complex. The South Casino was completed in 2006 with 108,844 sq ft (10,111.9 m2)[1] of floor space, and the North Casino was completed in 2010 with 110,000 sq ft (10,000 m2)[2] more floor space. Choctaw Inn has 101 hotel rooms, and the newer Grand Tower has 204,000 sq ft (19,000 m2) of floor space, 330 rooms and suites, and is 12 floors tall. The $360 million resort is the flagship of the Choctaw Nation gaming industry.
A career with the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma can take many directions. We have a diverse portfolio of innovative businesses, including gaming operations, restaurants, ranches, travel plazas and more, that create jobs and develop leaders. We continue to expand our high profile, world-class hospitality and entertainment destinations. The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is a thriving nation of nearly 200,000 people. We celebrate a vibrant heritage of resilience and spirit, and today, we have no greater purpose than empowering each and every Choctaw to live a life filled with possibility.
Locations[edit]
- Choctaw Casino – Broken Bow
- Choctaw Casino – Idabel
- Choctaw Casino – McAlester
- Choctaw Casino – Stigler
- Choctaw Casino – Stringtown
- Choctaw Casino Hotel – Pocola
- Choctaw Casino Resort – Durant
- Choctaw Casino Resort – Grant
History[edit]
The Choctaw Casino Resort sits on a 50-acre site, adjacent to the former Choctaw Casino Bingo. The Choctaw Casino Bingo was built in 1987 and was the first of the Choctaw gaming franchise. In 2006, the original $60 million resort (now known as the South Casino) was completed with the construction. Soon after completion, tribal officials determined they built too small for their clientele and went underway with an expansion. In February 2010, a larger casino was built adjacent to the existing resort and became known as the North Casino. The Grand Hotel Tower is built atop the North Casino. The Bingo Hall then closed, shortly after the opening of the expansion.
Durant[edit]
Tourism[edit]
The Choctaw Casino Resort and Choctaw Casino Bingo complex is a major tourist destination for Durant, the State of Oklahoma, North Texas, including the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Kansas. Some 5,000-6,000 people patronize the facility each week, about 300,000 annually. About 81 percent of the casino's customers are from Texas, and the casino is heavily marketed on television, radio, and the internet to people in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.[3] Marketing materials put emphasis on the casino's location as being 'One Hour North of Dallas.'
Facilities[edit]
The Choctaw Lodge and Choctaw Inn[edit]
In addition to the main tower, the Choctaw Lodge has 59 rooms and offers a free breakfast. The Choctaw Inn offers over 100 rooms, and is built next to the Oasis and is linked to the casino. Both of these properties were refurbished in December 2012. The Choctaw Lodge is non-smoking and pet-friendly.
Intranet Choctaw Casino Employee Handbook
The Oasis[edit]
In addition to the casino's gaming floor, the Choctaw Casino & Resort features The Oasis swimming area where visitors will find multiple pool areas, water slides, Jacuzzis, cabanas, and dive-in movies being shown on an inflatable screen during the summer months.
Choctaw Wellness Center[edit]
The Choctaw Wellness Center has amenities including a full gymnasium, batting cage, and an indoor walking track.
The District[edit]
Completed in September 2015, the District is an entertainment center with attractions including a video arcade, movie theater, bowling alley, and laser tag arena. The District is a non-smoking area.[4]
Choctaw Nation[edit]
The Choctaw casinos in Oklahoma are owned and operated by the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Proceeds from the casino are used to fund many development programs benefiting local communities and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
Sources[edit]
References[edit]
- ^H-Net Discussion Networks - FYI: News Items of Interest, 3/4/2006 (5 items)
- ^Choctaw Casino Durant expansion will add 1,000 new jobs
- ^Choctaw Casino plans to build destination resort NewsOK.com
- ^'Choctaw Casino Resort - The District'. Archived from the original on 2015-10-29. Retrieved 2015-11-02.
External links[edit]
Coordinates: 33°57′07″N96°24′52″W / 33.95194°N 96.41444°W
4216 S Hwy 69/75,74701Durant
Overview |
Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool with cabanas, swim-up bars, fire pits and 6 hot tubs, Choctaw Casino Resort - Durant is located in Durant, 16 mi from Denison. This resort offers free WiFi, onsite dining and an extensive casino with over 4,000 slot machines, table games, poker and more.
Each room at this resort is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each room includes a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower.
Guests can enjoy a variety of onsite activities at The District movie theater complex, which includes a bowling alley, arcade, cinema, and laser tag. A 24-hour fitness center and luxury spa are also featured.
Several restaurants, cafes and lounges are available throughout Durant Choctaw Casino Resort.
Rooms: 6
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Facilities of Choctaw Casino Resort - Durant
General
- WiFi in all areas
Activities
- Bowling
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Vending machine (snacks)
Pool and Spa
- Fitness center
- Spa
- Massage
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Outdoor pool (seasonal)
- Indoor pool (year-round)
- Swimming pool
Front Desk Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Baggage storage
- ATM on site
Common Areas
- Game room
- Shared lounge/TV area
Entertainment & Family Services
- Casino
- Evening entertainment
Cleaning Services
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Ironing service
- Shoeshine
- Suit press
- Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Business center
- Fax/Photocopying
Shops
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Gift shop
- Shops (on site)
- Convenience store (on site)
Miscellaneous
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- VIP room facilities
- Elevator
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Policies of Choctaw Casino Resort - Durant
These are general hotel policies for Choctaw Casino Resort - Durant. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room conditions.
Check-in
From 15:00 hours
Choctaw Casino Durant
Check-out
Until 11:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to property type.
Children and Extra Beds
Free!Up to three children under 18 years stay free of charge when using existing beds.
One older child or adult is charged USD 10 per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.
The maximum number of total guests in a room is 4.
There is no capacity for cribs in the room.
Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted credit cards
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Discover
- American Express
The property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Important Information
Please note: the guest who made the booking must be present at check in with the credit card used and a matching ID. If a guest other than the guest who made the booking will be checking in, then a separate third party credit card authorization must be completed and emailed to the reservation department.
Please note the resort fee includes:
-Complimentary valet
-WiFi connectivity
-2 bottles of water daily L
-Local and toll free calls
-Fitness center access
-Business center access
-Oasis pool access (seasonal) and indoor pool access available all year
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