Back in the 1800s, miners came seeking their fortune in the hills of Colorado. Those who found it were often times guilty of spending it in the small mountain community of Black Hawk. Today, the spending of personal riches is no less true to the area, only this time it's those coming from Denver and the surrounding area who are spending their fortunes in the town's network of casinos. While still historic, the town of Black Hawk draws lots of visitors, many of whom choose to stay in town at one of the area hotels. If you're looking for a round of golf, you'll have to head the 45 minutes to Evergreen Golf Course or Raven, which is an hour's drive from Blackhawk.
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
The Ameristar Casino Resort Spa is the newest of the hotel accommodations in Black Hawk. But, unlike most of the others, Ameristar not only has a casino, but it also has a 7,000-square-foot spa and more than 500 deluxe rooms, far bigger than anything else in town. There's a fitness center, a rooftop pool, 1,500 slots, 23 table games and 14 poker tables. The rooms come in a variety of formations with double queen and single king standard rooms, along with Jacuzzi suites and spa suites. The accommodations features comfortable bedding, flat-screen televisions and contemporary furnishings. And, if you're looking for something to eat, the hotel features five restaurants and a Starbucks.
Ameristar Casino Resort Spa
111 Richman St.
Black Hawk, CO 80422
(720) 946-4000
ameristar.com
Lodge Casino
The Lodge Casino has been entertaining visitors since Black Hawk first became a gambling town in the 1990s. The facility features 50 rooms, a casino with slot machines, table games, poker, roulette and craps, and four restaurants. Located in the heart of downtown Black Hawk, the hotel boasts all newly renovated rooms on the third floor of the structure with amenities such as single king or two queen beds, coffeemakers, free wireless Internet and a host of speciality items, including heating pads, robes and refrigerators upon request.
Lodge Casino
240 Main St.
Black Hawk, CO 80422
(303) 582-1771
thelodgecasino.com
Isle of Capri Hotel & Casino
The Isle of Capri Hotel & Casino is your first stop when you come into Black Hawk. Located on Main Street, the Isle of Capri features standard and deluxe rooms, along with a handful of junior suites. The casino offers 24-hour-a-day gaming action with slots and table games, while the facilities also boasts three restaurants for your dining pleasure. Each of the hotel rooms features bright colors for a cheerful ambience, along with standard amenities like cable television with in-room movies, complimentary wireless Internet, pillow-top mattresses and an in-room safe.
Isle of Capri Hotel & Casino
401 Main St.
Black Hawk, CO 80422
(816) 855-4169
isleofcapricasinos.com
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