Honeymoon stays: what to know

Where it is and how to get there

Cactus Petes Resort Casino & Horseshu Hotel is at 1385 Highway 93, Jackpot, Nevada, right on US-93 at the Nevada–Idaho border. The property sits less than a mile from Idaho.

The nearest airport with commercial service is Joslin Field–Magic Valley Regional Airport (TWF) in Twin Falls, Idaho; expect about a 1.5-hour drive from Twin Falls. There is also a small local airfield (Jackpot Airport/Hayden Field) roughly 1 mile from the hotel.

A shuttle service to the airport is listed as available in third-party listings; many guests drive in or rent a car from Twin Falls and follow US-93 north to Jackpot.

• Address: 1385 Highway 93, Jackpot, NV 89825
• Nearest commercial airport: Twin Falls (TWF), ~1.5 hours by car
• On-site free self-parking plus RV, bus and truck parking

Rooms to choose for a honeymoon

Room choice depends on priorities: quiet and higher-floor views point toward the Tower rooms; pet or Horseshu-specific policies require booking a Horseshu room. The property lists 296 rooms across a 10-story tower plus the Horseshu building.

A nightly resort/amenity fee applies to most rooms but does not apply to guest rooms in the Horseshu Building; check the rate rules when booking. A refundable incidentals deposit is commonly charged at check-in.

• Bring the photo ID and a credit card in the renter’s name — guests must be 21 to rent a room.
• Request Tower Spa Suites or Granite Spa Suites if you specifically want an in-room Jacuzzi; these are listed as the hotel’s higher-end suite options.
• Horseshu Pet Friendly, Across the street from Cactus Petes Resort Casino Room is the specific pet-allowed room type (pet fee applies).

Dining and a special dinner

For a classic honeymoon dinner night, 36 Steak & Seafood is the property’s fine-dining steakhouse; it serves dinner Thursday–Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and guests are encouraged to reserve a table.

For casual or family-friendly meals, the Desert Room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with extended hours on weekends; quick-service options (The Plateau) and a drive-through coffee shop (Bordertown Brew) cover faster meals.

• 36 Steak & Seafood — dinner Thu–Sat, reservations recommended for evenings.
• Desert Room — breakfast through late-night weekend hours; no reservation required.
• The Plateau and Bordertown Brew — quick bites and coffee for busy days.

Activities, pool and entertainment

If you and your partner enjoy gaming or sports wagering, the casino floor and sportsbook are central entertainment options. The resort’s casino is a large venue with numerous slot machines, table games and a sportsbook (details vary by source).

A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub give you a daytime place to relax; the outdoor pool is open roughly May through September, and a hot tub is available on site.

• Seasonal outdoor pool (May–September) with sun loungers and an on-site hot tub.
• Casino options include slots, table games and a sportsbook — check current floor offerings on arrival.
• Arcade/game room, onsite golf nearby (Jackpot Golf Course ~1.2 miles) and occasional live entertainment.

Weddings, small ceremonies and honeymoon add-ons

Cactus Petes advertises event space including the Ruby Mountain Ballroom, which is 2,585 sq ft and can seat up to 180 guests for a plated dinner or buffet — useful if you plan a nearby reception or want to combine wedding and honeymoon travel.

For very small gatherings or rehearsal dinners, the property lists Hospitality Suites and an Executive Board Room that can be arranged for intimate dinners or meetings with AV support.

• Ruby Mountain Ballroom: 2,585 sq ft, up to 180 guests (plated/buffet seating).
• Adjoining 1,155 sq ft foyer for cocktail hour or a small reception.
• Hospitality Suites and Executive Board Room available for intimate gatherings.

Practical tips for honeymooners

Check-in is documented as starting at 4:00 PM and check-out at 11:00 AM. The person renting the room must be at least 21 and present a photo ID and a credit card in their name at check-in.

A nightly resort/amenity fee applies to most rooms (not to Horseshu Building rooms) and often covers in-room bottled water, coffee, WiFi and self-parking; policies and amounts vary by source and date, so confirm current fees when you book.

• Bring photo ID and a credit card in the renter’s name or you may be unable to check in.
• Children are welcome and 18 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult, but the room renter must be 21+.
• If you plan to bring a pet, book a Horseshu Pet Friendly, Across the street from Cactus Petes Resort Casino Room and confirm the pet fee and rules in advance.