Donald Joseph Laughlin (born May 4, 1931) is an American gambling entrepreneur, hotelier and rancher for whom the town of Laughlin, Nevada, is named. A native of Owatonna, Minnesota, Laughlin worked winters during his youth as a fur trapper. He took the profits and used them to purchase slot machines for installation in hunting lodges. Man, 69, fatally shot by police at Laughlin casino ID’d He was Michael Lopez of Lake Havasu City, Arizona, which is about 70 miles south of Laughlin, the coroner’s office said Wednesday afternoon.
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LAUGHLIN (KTNV) — Aquarius and Edgewater casino-resorts in Laughlin will reopen at 8 a.m. on June 4.
To welcome visitors back, representatives for the Aquarius and Edgewater properties said they are offering up to a 45 percent discount on all room reservations.
'Laughlin has long been a popular destination for summer getaways to take in watersports on the Colorado River and the excitement of the casinos,' said Sean Hammond, vice president and general manager of Aquarius and Edgewater. 'We look forward to reopening in time for people to enjoy their trips to Laughlin, while also providing a safe, healthy atmosphere.'
The Aquarius and Edgewater properties have said the two have implemented broad safety measures under the company's new 'Golden Commitment' standards, as part of Golde Entertainment.
These measures include sanitation protocols at every touchpoint, from the casinos, restaurants, and bars to the elevators and rooms.
A full outline of the 'Golden Commitment' standards is available here.
Per guidelines set by the state of Nevada, Aquarius and Edgewater said they will also limit property occupancies to 50 percent.
All health and safety measures are subject to change based on any updates from the State of Nevada.
While some areas of the resorts will be closed during an initial reopening phase, most of the restaurants and the main casino floors will reopen.
A full listing of hours and closures is below at Aquarius:
ACCOMMODATIONS
Situated on the banks of the Colorado River, Aquarius Casino Resort is the largest hotel in Laughlin, Nevada. With 1,906 hotel rooms and suites split between two 18-floor towers, Aquarius offers sweeping views of the Colorado River and the Laughlin Strip through floor-to-ceiling windows. The spacious rooms include complimentary wireless internet service, coffee makers and refrigerators. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, a resort pool and tennis courts.
RESTAURANTS
Café Aquarius
6 a.m. – midnight Sunday – Thursday; 6 – 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday
For breakfast, lunch, dinner or late-night dining, Café Aquarius offers an extensive menu from prime rib and specialty burgers, to breakfast classics and daily specials.
Duet Coffee & Wine
6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 6 a.m. – midnight Friday and Saturday.
Duet Coffee & Wine elevates the classic coffee shop experience with a selection of wines by the glass, or bottle, to pair with a variety of cheese and fruit platters, snacks and paninis. Coffee and breakfast options are available to-go or dine-in.
Outback Steakhouse
Noon – 10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; noon – 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday
Renowned for its bold flavors, Outback Steakhouse features a menu of uniquely seasoned steaks, prime rib, chops, chicken, seafood, and pasta. The popular Aussie-style steakhouse prides itself on serving signature dishes, made fresh every day with the highest quality ingredients.
Subway
Open 7 a.m. – 12 a.m. daily
Panda Express
Open 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. daily
McDonald's
Open 24 hours daily
Vineyard Ristorante
Temporarily closed
Windows on the River Buffet
Temporarily closed
River's Edge
Open 7 a.m. - midnight daily.
Located poolside, River's Edge offers a full bar and menu of appetizers, burgers, wraps, salads, and more by the newly renovated pool, as well as for those exploring the Riverwalk. More information is available here.
BARS & LOUNGES
Splash
Open daily from 9 a.m. – midnight
Splash, a stylish, laid-back lounge, showcases live entertainment, sports viewing and more. Splash is also available for private events. More information is available here.
The Cove Bar & Lounge
Monday – Thursday from noon – 11 p.m., Friday - Saturday from 9 a.m. – midnight; Friday – Saturday from 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of the Colorado River at The Cove Bar & Lounge, which offers a smoke-free environment. The award-winning bar offers a full bar of both classic and imaginative cocktails, plus 13 video poker interfaces. More information is available here.
The Zodiac Bar
Open 24 hours daily.
Zodiac Bar is located at the center of the gaming action, just steps from table games and high limit betting. Zodiac offers video poker, keno and blackjack, plus specialty and premium cocktails. More information is available here.
AMENITIES
Resort Pool
7 a.m. – midnight daily.
After a $5 million renovation, the pool at Aquarius offers a unique opportunity to lounge, swim and play while overlooking the Colorado River and Riverwalk. The 34,000-square-foot complex includes two Jacuzzis, nine private cabanas and 100 chaise lounges. This resort-style pool offers adult-only hours, where guests must be 18 years of age or older.
Fitness Center
Temporarily closed
A full listing of hours and closures is below at the Edgewater:
ACCOMMODATIONS
Located on the Colorado River, Edgewater features relaxing accommodations: a world-class casino, resort-style amenities including a pool, spa and fitness center, restaurants and lounges. All rooms are equipped with one king or two queen beds, Keurig coffee makers, 32' flat screen TVs with expanded channels.
RESTAURANTS
Hickory Pit
4 – 9 p.m. Thursday – Monday
The Hickory Pit offers guests an intimate yet casual gourmet dinner. The menu features steak, seafood and pasta specialties. The bar features the '777' happy hour, offering a variety of menu items for $7. More information is available here or by calling (702) 298-2453.
Grand Buffet
Temporarily closed
Capriotti's
Open 10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop offers guests a selection of features, including The Bobbie, voted Greatest Sandwich in America. More information is available here.
Wild Style Burgers & Pizza
11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 11 – 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday
Edgewater Casino Resort's newest restaurant Wild Style Burgers & Pizza is located on the main casino level just north of the Edge Lounge. Burger ingredients include freshly ground beef, plus a top-it-yourself condiment bar that offers lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, Pico de Gallo and jalapeño slices. Pizzas are 20-inches in diameter and feature an imported cheese blend plus a variety of additional toppings. Pizzas are cut in to eight wedges, yielding enormous individual pizza sections when purchased by the slice. More information is available here.
Coco's Bakery & Restaurant
Temporarily closed
Dunkin' Donuts
5 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
The popular coffee shop features a selection of donuts, pastries, breakfast sandwiches and coffee drinks located at on the casino level. More information is available here.
BARS & LOUNGES
River Bar
Open 24 hours
The Edgewater's River Bar is located on the main casino level next to the Edgewater Pit, overlooking the Colorado River. Specializing in handcrafted beer varieties, the River Bar features a wide variety of beer and liquor choices.
O'Aces Bar
Open 9 - 1 a.m. daily
The O'Aces Bar is located on the main casino level next to the south entrance of the casino, overlooking the Colorado River. The bar features a full bar and a variety of draft beer selections.
Embers Bar
Open 4 - 10 p.m. daily
The Embers Bar is located just inside the entrance to the Hickory Pit Steakhouse on the casino's river level and provides a comfortable area for steakhouse guests to relax before dinner reservations.
AMENITIES
Resort Pool
Open 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. daily
Edgewater's pool area is conveniently located near the hotel gift shop on the first level of the casino. The pool area offers a resort size swimming pool and a spa.
Fitness Center
Temporarily closed
Riverwalk
The Laughlin Riverwalk offers views of the scenic Nevada desert scenery and Colorado River. Services include summer jet-ski rentals and affordable river cruises to Davis Dam or Lake Havasu City.
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How different is Laughlin from Las Vegas?
Rising room rates in Las Vegas due to resort fees, paid parking and withering gambling odds have some Las Vegas regulars pondering new destinations. One alternative option to Vegas that can make a lot of sense is Laughlin, just 90 minutes south.
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Laughlin offers plenty of contrast to Vegas and has a much different feel. Here are some of the differences between Las Vegas and Laughlin.
Looser Slots
Are the slot machines in Laughlin looser than those on the Las Vegas Strip? They sure are. We put together a graph of casino win rates (defined as the % of the total money bet on slot machines that the casino won) over the past 3 years to demonstrate that Laughlin Slot machines are looser than those in Vegas.
Cheap, Uncrowded Gaming
While you can find the occasional $5 blackjack game on the strip, they are usually jam-packed or feature the 6-5 variant that greatly reduces the player’s chance of winning. Laughlin is still a bastion of $5 gaming and you won’t have to wait hours for a seat.
The Colorado River
The river cutting through Laughlin is not only gorgeous and nice to look at, but it also serves as a recreational outlet. Rent a jet ski for a couple of hours and rip up and down the river.
Water Taxis
Laughlin features taxi boats that run up and down the Colorado River from casino to casino. Pay $5 for a one-way trip or $20 for an all-day pass. Better yet, it’s impossible to get long hauled by a Laughlin water taxi.
Old Vegas Feel
Longing for old Vegas? Laughlin may be the cure. The architecture resembles Las Vegas of the 80s and 90s and the main drag is absent of the mega structures and creative architecture that has replaced old classics on the strip today.
Rooms are Cheap!
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Midweek rooms are as cheap as $20 and weekends won’t run you much more – Best yet, you can get a room with no, or very reasonable (compared to Vegas) resort fees. You also won’t pay to park in Laughlin as you will at most Strip properties. Is Laughlin cheaper than Vegas? Absolutely.
Leave your Kids at Home
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Kids are welcome in Vegas, although I think you would be insane to bring them. While there are theaters, arcades and outdoor entertainment options in Laughlin, there isn’t enough to justify calling your binge gambling trip a “family trip”. There is nothing for kids in Laughlin that you cant find at home.
I, for one, appreciate not having to trip over strollers at 1 am.
Can you bring your kids to Laughlin? Sure, if you’re a bad parent.
No Outrageous Street Performers
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Laughlin is a quieter destination than Vegas. Although some visitors get a kick out of Las Vegas street performers, I appreciate that I don’t have to see a 78-year-old man wearing a sock or a 563-pound lady not wearing a shirt. You also won’t have to put up with the porn slappers that line the Vegas Strip shoving their cards 3 inches from your face every 5 minutes.
Lack of Nightlife
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When comparing the nightlife options in Laughlin vs. Las Vegas, there really isn’t any. Laughlin lacks the nightclub scene and array of shows that are available on the strip. As long as your motivations are any combination of gambling, drinking, and smoking you should be OK.
You also won’t find the free shows and attractions like you would on the Las Vegas Strip. There are no fountains or volcanoes.
Laughlin Visitors are… Older
If you are under the age of 67 you may have a hard time fitting in. Not necessarily a bad thing, but if you are looking for a youthful, lively crowd then Laughlin isn’t for you.
You won’t get that Big Shot Treatment
You can place big bets in Laughlin, just don’t expect the royal treatment like you would in Las Vegas. There will be no limos shuttling you from the airport, expensive meals or outrageous suites to make your ego feel nice and inflated. You’ll survive.
Gambling Age In Laughlin
Laughlin is what is it is. Think of it as Las Vegas 30-40 years ago both architecturally but also as a place where the low roller is appreciated, slots are loose, the focus is gambling and everything is dirt cheap. It’s not a destination that will blow your socks off, but it is a great place to relax by the pool/river, enjoy a mellow atmosphere and try to win a few bucks at tables that won’t force you to access your home equity. For the gambler, Laughlin is a solid alternative to Vegas.
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