The 5 biggest casinos in Asia
Our rundown of the 5 biggest casinos in Asia, all of which can be found in the gambling hub of Macau.
Gambling is one of the oldest recreational activities in human history, and over the years it has grown into a multi-billion dollar industry. Casinos are now often found within immense resorts, which offer guests a multitude of activities, from live shows to spas and fitness centres.
Asia holds some of the biggest and most exquisite casino resorts in the world, especially Macau, which has grown to become the gambling capital of the world.
In fact, the five largest casinos in the whole of Asia are all located there. Read on to see which they are.
The Venetian Macau
Owned and operated by the casino giant Las Vegas Sands, The Venetian casino and hotel complex has 39 stories and spans a whopping 10,500,00 square feet. It’s the largest casino in Asia and the second largest in the world.
Around half the facility is used for gaming alone. The property houses over 500 gaming tables, over 2,000 slot machines as well as a selection of rare electronic table games such as Fast Action Baccarat and Dragon Tiger Fortune Spin.
The site also features shopping facilities, conference spaces and a 15,000 seat entertainment venue called the Cotai Arena.
Estrada da Baía de N. Senhora da Esperança, s/n, Taipa, Macao SAR
City of Dreams, Macau
Opposite The Venetian, you’ll find the City of Dreams casino complex, a modern casino resort operated by Melco Resorts and Entertainment Belle Corporation. At 420,000 square feet, it’s under half the size of its neighbour, but it doesn’t lack in its offerings.
The resort contains three separate casinos, which together offer around 450 table games and over 1,500 slot machines, as well as VIP areas.
If you want more than gambling, the City of Dreams is a destination that offers something for everyone. The property also features four hotels, four spas, retail facilities including boutique shops, more than 30 bars and restaurants, a nightclub and a live water theatre.
Estr. do Istmo, Macao
Wynn Macau
The third-largest casino in Asia is the Wynn Resorts property in Macau at 273,000 square feet. With eight Forbes Five-Star awards, a night at Wynn Macau is a safe bet for flawless service.
The first Las Vegas-style integrated resort in Asia has approximately 212 table games and 375 slot machines. With various striking art pieces throughout the interior, Wynn is a casino like no other.
The site also features a shopping zone with big-name designer brands, an array of fine dining options and sophisticated bars, an art gallery, a pool and a spa.
MacaoR. Cidade de Sintra, MO Rua Cidade de Sintra NAPE
Ponte 16, Macau
Along the riverside in Macau’s Inner Harbour area, you’ll find the 270,000-square-foot casino Ponte 16. The gambling venue is operated by Sociedade de Jogos de Macau, the same operators of the world-famous Grand Lisboa.
If you come to gamble, you’ll find 307 slots and video poker machines, 109 table games in the mass gaming area, and two VIP rooms. You’ll also have your pick of seven restaurants and bars.
Other features of the site include a five-star French hotel with a pool, spa and fitness centre, as well as a kids’ play centre, foot massage facility, a shopping zone with unusual finds from around the world and a performance zone.
R. do Visc. Paco de Arcos, Macao
Sands Macau
The Sands Macau gaming property is the fifth biggest in Asia, spanning 229,000 square feet. While it is operated by the same Las Vegas casino giant as The Venetian, this resort offers an entirely different experience.
In the casino, you’ll find around 200 tables and over 1,000 slots. Dining options include fast-food chains such as McDonald’s and KFC, and you can also find bar venues onsite.
Other entertainment options include a spa and a theatre.
203 Largo de Monte Carlo, Macao
See also: The 7 best casinos in India.
