Mississippi legalized gambling in 1990, and today it features many fine and upscale casinos. While several of the grand casinos mostly target high-rollers, there are also smaller casinos for casual players, as well as designated apps for sheer convenience, that are open to anyone in Mississippi with internet access on their mobile device

We’ll be looking at some of the most affluent casinos in Mississippi, many of which have received multiple awards and been featured on top lists.

Amenities featured at luxurious casinos

The most luxurious casinos usually feature suites and hotel rooms of high quality, often situated in high-rise buildings with a waterfront view. Many high-end casinos and resorts also feature the following:

• Thousands of slot machines.
• A VIP poker room with extra high-limits, on top of a regular poker room.
• A pool (and sometimes a swim-up bar.)
• Multiple dining and drinking options – restaurants, bars, cafés.
• A golf course.
• A spa.

But to stand out, stacking more and more amenities isn’t enough. The most beloved and well-known casinos in the state also go to a lot of effort to create the right atmosphere through carefully executed decor, friendly staff, and a warm, yet not casual, atmosphere.

These state-of-the-art casinos deliver not just a casino, not just a hotel, but a complete experience that allows guests to forget about the stress of daily life and enjoy the seamless blend of excitement and relaxation.

Beau-Rivage Casino, Biloxi

Beau-Rivage is a waterfront resort and casino in Biloxi and the tallest building in Mississippi. The luxurious casino offers a high-limit lounge with fine wines and spirits and a lavish poker room. It’s won many awards since it opened in 1999. That includes awards like “Best Overall Gaming Resort” and “Best Poker Room” by Casino Player Magazine. Online reviewers praise the venue for being the “best decorated casinos I’ve ever seen,” some specifically praising the “handcrafted floral arrangements” throughout the building.

Both the resort and the casino itself are of very high class and target the highly affluent. The 85,000 square foot casino boasts almost a hundred table games, over two thousand slot machines, and a 12-table poker room. Guests are attended to 24/7, and on top of the casino entertainment, they have options such as upscale shopping, a golf course, a spa, and fine dining options.

The Beau-Rivage Resort & Casino is located at 875 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530.

Horseshoe Casino, Tunica

Another casino option in Mississippi is the Horseshoe Casino in Tunica. This casino is known for catering to serious gamblers and high-rollers, offering the casino experience on a large scale and offering suites across 14 stories. The casino offerings include 70 table games, around 1700 table games, and a dedicated poker room.

The casino and hotel’s amenities include high-end dining options, a pool, and a spa. The address is 1021 Casino Center Dr, Tunica Resorts, MS 38664.

Island View Casino, Gulfport

A casino resort in Gulfport, Mississippi, is the Island View Casino Resort. It had renovations and expansions done in 2015, and today it’s the largest beach casino on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Across 126,000 square feet of casino, there are around 2600 slots, 49 table games, and a VIP high-limit area. 

On top of the gaming area, there are tropical pools, a swim-up bar, a spa, and a golf course, as well as multiple fine dining options. Visitors can find the casino resort at 3300 W Beach Blvd, Gulfport, MS 39501.

Hard Rock Casino, Biloxi

For those looking for a slightly different but still a luxurious experience, there are also options such as the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi. The venue overlooks the Gulf of Mexico, and the casino is known for the rock’n’roll franchise that’s become known and loved across the world.

The hotel features close to five hundred high-class rooms, and the casino offers 1500 slots and 50 tables across 50,000 square feet. The theme is expressed through the music memorabilia decorations throughout the building, as well as the music. The casino also offers multiple fine dining options, a grand entertainment venue, an outdoor pool, and a spa. On top of that, there’s the Rock Shop with collectible merchandise.

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino can be found at 777 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, MS 39530.

Other Casinos in Mississippi Worth a Mention

Not all worthy casinos made it to the list, but there are a few that are still worth an honorary mention. Scarlet Pearl in D’Iberville, Mississippi, is one of them. This casino resort is hosted in a high-rise building and offers stunning views, award-winning dining, and 30 gaming tables. It also features the so-called Orchid Room, where high-rollers can enjoy a VIP experience and extra high limits.

IP Casino Resort Spa is the second casino to get a special mention. The casino is located in Biloxi, just like Beau-Rivage and Hard Rock. The IP Casino is a 32-story resort with a 70,000 square-foot casino. It’s a luxurious resort featuring a first-class spa, beautiful dining options and a rooftop pool area, and a fitness center.

Wrapping It Up

While Mississippi isn’t particularly known for its gambling venues, there are plenty of good options and even a couple of hotspots for those who are exploring the options. Those taking a trip to Biloxi, for instance, can enjoy the 12 casinos that the city offers, including Beau-Rivage Casino, Hard Rock Casino, and IP Casino Resort.

Beyond Biloxi, the state offers several other casinos worthy of a visit for both locals and tourists. Thrilling gambling is combined with luxurious relaxation, offering any kind of visitor a way to forget about the daily grind and get fully immersed in this distant world.