Rated the No. 5 golfing destination by GolfLink.com, Mesquite is 80 miles north of Las Vegas in the Virgin River Valley, which has a temperate, dry desert climate. Mesquite began as a small town but has been growing into a resort destination, complete with full-service casinos and golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and other well-known designers. Casinos in the area offer table games, slots, sports books and in some cases, poker, keno and bingo.
CasaBlanca Resort
The CasaBlanca Resort has 500 hotels and a gaming area that includes slots, table games and a full-service sports book. Located in the foothills, this resort also has a full-service spa, gun club and large pool area. There are two championship golf courses available to resort guests, the Palms and the CasaBlanca courses. The resort offers golf packages that may include a round of golf or entry into one of the many tournaments in the area.
Casablanca Resort
950 West Mesquite Blvd.
Mesquite, Nevada 89027
(877) 438-2929
casablancaresort.com
Eureka Casino Hotel
A winner in the Best of Mesquite reader poll, the Eureka Casino Hotel has a southwestern theme, and the casino offers table games, slots, a poker room, bingo and a sports book. Poolside cabanas, a hot tub and a workout room are available on site. The hotel does not have a golf course but has partnered with 13 area golf courses, including the Arnold Palmer-designed layout at the Oasis Golf Club, to offer packages or discounted rates.
Eureka Casino Hotel
275 Mesa Blvd.
Mesquite, Nevada 89027
(800) 346-4611
eurekamesquite.com
Stateline Casino & Motel
The motel portion of the Stateline Casino & Motel has only 12 budget rooms; the property is more about gaming than a hotel stay. The casino has the standard compliment of slots and table games as well as a good-sized sports book. This hotel is located within driving distance of many area golf courses, including the new Falcon Ridge Golf Course.
Stateline Casino & Motel
490 West Mesquite Blvd.
Mesquite, Nevada 89027
(702) 346-5752
Virgin River Hotel & Casino
This large economy hotel and casino has more than 700 detached guest rooms and shares amenities with the more upscale CasaBlanca Resort. On site at the Virgin River Hotel, you'll find a pool as well as a casino with table games, slots, the largest sports book in the area, keno and bingo. The spa, gun club and golf courses at CasaBlanca are available for guest use. This hotel is pet friendly.
Virgina River Hotel & Casino
100 Pioneer Blvd.
Mesquite, Nevada 89027
(877) 438-2929
virginriver.com
About The Author
J.D. Chi is a professional journalist who has covered sports for more than 20 years at newspapers all over the United States. She has covered major golf tournaments and the NFL as well as travel and health topics. Chi received her Bachelor of Arts in professional writing from Carnegie Mellon University and is working toward a master's degree in journalism.
