Barona
Barona Casino has been certified by the Black Jack Hall of Fame and casino expert Bob Dancer as having the loosest slots and blackjack tables, making it a great destination for those who are "in it to win it." If you'd like to tee off during your trip, Barona has an 18-hole course with five tees to please golfers of all skill levels. It is often ranked among the top courses in California. You can dine at the Barona Steakhouse or try the casino's popular Ranch House Buffet. The hotel has 400 rooms and 33 luxury suites.
Barona Valley Ranch & Casino
1000 Barona Rd.
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619) 443-2300
barona.com
Sycuan
Sycuan offers a quality casino experience for all players, particularly non-smokers. The separate wing of non-smoking gaming tables and slots allow for fresher, cleaner air than many other casinos that pair their smoking sections beside the non-smoking areas. As for games, the casino offers over 2,000 slots and video poker machines, and 63 tables. This casino also offers golf. Two courses are available here, a par 3 and a championship course. There also are tennis courts.
Sycuan
5469 Casino Way
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 445-6002
sycuan.com
Pechanga
In north San Diego, the Pechanga Casino is the largest in the county. The casino covers over 188,000 square feet and offers more than 160 table games and 2,000 slots. High-stakes gamers are invited to play in the high-limit area with a private lounge and multiple tables with $100 minimums. Pechanga's Journey golf course provides over seven miles of cart paths through pristine natural settings. The Great Oak Steakhouse has been recognized for its extensive wine selection.
Pechanga Casino
45000 Pechanga Parkway
Temecula, CA 92592
(951) 587-0484
pechanga.com
About The Author
Jill Harness has written on a variety of subjects for more than 10 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including "San Diego City Beat," "Mental Floss," Rue The Day! and Neatorama. Harness has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from San Francisco State University.
