What's included with your stay and what costs extra
Room rates cover your guest room, basic in-room amenities, access to the seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub, and free self-parking; a nightly resort/amenity fee (applies to most tower rooms but not Horseshu rooms) covers in-room bottled water, in-room coffee, and WiFi. Extras that normally cost more include meals, casino play, some spa/salon services, golf and certain incidentals or deposits at check-in.
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Booking, check‑in and payment basics
Check‑in begins at 4:00 PM and check‑out is 11:00 AM. Guests who want a late check‑out should request it at the front desk; late check‑out may be approved subject to availability and may incur a charge.
You must be 21 or older to rent a room; at check‑in you will need a photo ID and a credit card in the name of the registered guest. Personal checks and pre‑paid cards are not accepted for check‑in at some listings. A refundable incidentals deposit (reported by third‑party sites) is charged at the property.
- Check‑in: 4:00 PM
- Check‑out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum age to rent a room: 21 (ID + credit card required)
- Refundable incidentals deposit reported by some listings
| Policy | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Late arrival | Comped (free‑play) reservations may be cancelled if guest hasn’t checked in by 9:00 PM MST; contact front desk to arrange late arrival |
| Payment at check‑in | Photo ID and credit card in the guest’s name required; some sites note personal checks/prepaid cards not accepted |
What’s included in your nightly rate and resort/amenity fee
Standard inclusions that multiple property pages and listings note are the guest room itself, wireless internet access and free self‑parking. The property lists free WiFi for guest use in rooms in several sources, though some listings say WiFi may be part of the nightly amenity fee.
Most tower rooms are subject to a nightly resort/amenity fee that covers a specific set of in‑room and on‑site conveniences; rooms in the Horseshu Building are reported as exempt from that fee.
Table below summarizes commonly listed items the nightly amenity/resort fee is reported to include. The exact dollar amount of the fee varies by source and date; check your confirmation for the current daily rate.
- Free self‑parking (RV, bus and truck parking also noted)
- WiFi access for guest rooms (listed as included in many listings)
- Horseshu Building rooms typically not charged the resort/amenity fee
| Amenity | Reported included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| In‑room bottled water | Yes | Commonly listed as included in the nightly amenity fee |
| In‑room coffee | Yes | Often listed as part of the amenity package |
| WiFi (guest rooms) | Yes | Some sources list WiFi as included; an amenity fee may be charged for tower rooms |
On‑site facilities covered vs. paid access
Public areas such as the casino floor, arcade/game room and the casino’s sportsbook are accessible while you’re on property, but table games and slots require wagering; those are not included with your room rate. The seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub are guest amenities; the pool operates seasonally (May–September) in most listings and the hot tub is listed as available.
There are specialty room types with built‑in features (for example Tower Spa Suites and Granite Spa Suites include Jacuzzi tubs) — those features are part of the suite rate when you book that room type. A dedicated, staffed spa with a catalog of treatments is not documented in official sources; hair and beauty salon services are listed separately and may carry additional charges.
If you plan to use the on‑site Jackpot Golf Course or surrounding courses, expect green fees and cart rentals to be charged by the golf operator; golf is listed as a nearby/associated activity rather than included with standard room rates.
- Seasonal outdoor pool (open May–September) and hot tub — included access for registered guests
- Tower Spa Suites and Granite Spa Suites include in‑room Jacuzzi features as part of those suites
- Casino gaming, food, spa/salon treatments, golf and other services are charged separately
| Facility | Included with stay? |
|---|---|
| Seasonal outdoor pool | Yes (seasonal) |
| Hot tub | Yes (on‑site) |
| Casino gaming | No (wagering required) |
Dining and beverages — what costs extra
The resort is not an all‑inclusive property; meals and drinks are charged a la carte. On‑site dining options include 36 Steak & Seafood (fine‑dining steakhouse; dinner Thu–Sat, reservations recommended), the Desert Room (casual American, breakfast–dinner), The Plateau (quick‑service) and Bordertown Brew (drive‑through coffee).
Expect to pay menu prices at each outlet. Some restaurants (36 Steak & Seafood) encourage or require reservations for dinner, especially on opening nights and weekends; the Desert Room generally does not require reservations and has longer daily hours.
- 36 Steak & Seafood: dinner Thu–Sat (reservation recommended)
- Desert Room: breakfast, lunch and dinner (no reservation needed)
- The Plateau and Bordertown Brew: quick/coffee options — pay at point of sale
| Venue | When open / notes |
|---|---|
| 36 Steak & Seafood | Dinner Thu–Sat; reservations encouraged for same‑day after 3 PM or large parties |
| Desert Room | Breakfast–dinner daily; no reservation typically required |
| Bordertown Brew / The Plateau | Quick‑service/coffee — pay as ordered |
Pets, families and age rules — fees and limits
Cactus Petes is a general casino‑resort that welcomes families; children 18 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult, but the person booking the room must be at least 21. The casino floor is restricted to those of legal gambling age and children are not permitted on the casino floor.
Pets are allowed only in designated pet‑friendly rooms in the Horseshu Building per some official listings; Choice Hotels’ listing and the hotel FAQ note a non‑refundable $20 pet fee per stay and that service animals are always permitted at no charge. Other third‑party sites conflict on pet policy; if you plan to travel with a pet, confirm pet availability and fees with the property before booking.
- Children: 18 and under stay free with an adult guest (room must be booked by someone 21+)
- Pets: permitted only in designated Horseshu Pet Friendly rooms; reported non‑refundable $20 pet fee per stay (confirm with hotel)
- Service animals: permitted at no charge
| Policy area | What the property lists |
|---|---|
| Child policy | Children 18 and under stay free when with an adult |
| Pet fee | Choice listing: $20 non‑refundable per stay in Horseshu pet rooms (confirm) |
Parking, transport and other extras
Self‑parking is free for guests; listings also note free RV, bus and truck parking and an on‑site EV charging station. A shuttle service to the airport is mentioned in some third‑party listings; confirm availability and scheduling with the property prior to arrival.
Other extras that typically carry charges include salon/hairdressing services, certain meeting or banquet services when used for events, and any incidental purchases you make on property (retail, paid parking stalls if applicable, etc.). Always check your reservation confirmation for any per‑stay or per‑night amenity fees and deposit details before arrival.
- Free self‑parking, plus RV/bus/truck parking
- On‑site EV charging station noted in some listings
- Shuttle service to nearby commercial airports is listed by some aggregators — confirm before travel
| Item | Included? |
|---|---|
| Self‑parking | Yes (free) |
| RV/bus/truck parking | Yes (free) |
| Airport shuttle | Reported by some sites — call to confirm availability |
