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For an exciting night out in the Algarve, going to a casino is a great option. There are three casinos in the Algarve. The region is not like Las Vegas, but you can still test your luck. All three of them are easily reached from every location in the Algarve. The casinos are owned by the Solverde group, who operate five casinos and four hotels in Portugal. The venues also host many sports and cultural events throughout the year. On this page you can read more about the casinos of the Algarve.

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Hotel Algarve Casino (Portimão)

In Portimão, you will find the oldest casino of the Algarve. The casino opened in and was built on the boulevard behind the popular Praia da Rocha beach. The casino became an instant hit, attracting many locals and tourists. Entrance is free and you need to ID yourself before entry. Visitors are expected to wear smart casual clothing. You don’t need to go all James Bond, but shorts and flip flops are a no go. Furthermore, guests are allowed to smoke inside.

Games

In the Hotel Algarve Casino you can play at 9 tables and slot machines. The games are spread out over two floors, which are connected with escalators. You can play any of the following games:

• Poker Texas Hold&#;em – 4 tables
• American Roulette – 3 tables
• Black Jack – 1 tables
• Portuguese Dice Game – 1 table

Opening hours

The casino is open all year round from 15 o’clock in the afternoon until o’ clock at night. On Fridays and Saturdays the casino opens 1 hour later and closes 1 hour later: from 16 o’clock until o’clock in the morning. The same opening hours apply during high season from July 15 until September

Dinner shows

The casino is also the ideal place to enjoy live entertainment. The casinos hosts different dance shows that you can book with or without dinner. Prices are € 15 for the show and € 35 including dinner. Watch the video below to have an idea of the show that you can attend in the casino:

Restaurants and bars

Catering to every type of guest, the Hotel Algarve Casino is home to 4 restaurants and 4 bars. Facing the beach of Praia da Rocha, the bars and restaurants offer a sophisticated yet warm environment where you can taste the best food and beverages. These are the bars and restaurants in Hotel Algarve Casino:

• Restaurante Amendoeiras. This restaurant serves sensational breakfasts and dinners. Here you can choose between local and international cuisine.
• Restaurante Baccarat. This restaurant is located on the first floor of the games room. The beautiful restaurant serves excellent dinner for good value for money. A highly rated restaurant by guests.
• Salão Aladino. This place is the home of the dinner shows. Have a taste of the national and international cuisine while watching a spectacular dance show.
• Restaurante Rochedo. This is the beach restaurant that is only open during the Summer. A great choice for a light meal with drinks on the beach.
• Bar Panorama. The modernly decorated Panorama bar is located in the lobby of the Casino. It is an excellent meeting point. Enjoy the comfort of the indoor lounge area and the warm atmosphere of the terrace that overlooks the beach.
• Bar Chemin de Fer. This bar near restaurante Baccarat is a good place to enjoy a drink before going somewhere else.
• Snack Bar Zodíaco. This is a pool bar that offers amazing views of the beach. This relaxing place is known for its grills.
• Sunset Bar. The Sunset Bar offers an extensive list of popular cocktails. It is the best place to enjoy a cocktail while watching the sun go down.

Hotel

The casino is located inside a five star hotel which is an excellent accommodation option for your holiday in the Algarve. Centrally located on the popular Praia da Rocha beach, the hotel offers tastefully designed rooms with balconies and spacious living rooms. The hotel offers all the luxury facilities you expect, including two outdoor pools, a wellness centre with sauna and Turkish bath and a fitness centre. Children are well entertained at the playground and there is a games room.

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Vilamoura Casino

The biggest casino of the Algarve is located in the glamorous town of Vilamoura. The casino focuses on slot machines, but also has plenty of tables for poker, blackjack and American roulette. In addition, the casino is famous for its nightclub, impressive bar and the three different restaurants. For your perfect night of gambling, socializing or enjoying music, the casino of Vilamoura is the place to be. To get in, showing your ID is required. There is no entrance fee. Also, the Vilamoura casino doesn’t require formal attire. The dress code at the casino of Vilamoura is smart casual, which allows you to wear sweaters and t-shirts and even tailored shorts. Regarding footwear: only trainers and flip-flops are a hard pass. The only thing that you have to bear in mind when visiting this casino is that the venue still allows smoking.

Games

There are slot machines. In addition, you can play the following games in the casino of Vilamoura:

• 13 Poker tables (Texas Hold ’em)
• 4 American Roulette tables
• 3 Blackjack tables
• 2 Portuguese dice tables

Opening hours

On Sundays to Thursdays, the casino of Vilamoura is open from o’clock to o’clock in the morning. On Fridays and Saturdays, the casino is open from o’clock to o’ clock in the morning. During Summer season (starting half of July until half of September), the casino is open every day from until

Dinner shows

If you love to watch live shows and musical performances, then you should check out the casino of Vilamoura. Tickets to the show are € 15 and you also have the option to book the show including dinner for € 35. In the following video you can see a preview of a show that is hosted by the casino:

Restaurants and bars

In the casino of Vilamoura you can find the following bars and restaurants:

• Salão Miralago. This is the largest restaurant of the casino and has a capacity of people. It is also the restaurant where the dinner shows are being hosted. In addition, the restaurant offers magnificent views of the ocean.
• Salão Royal. Salão Royal is a smaller restaurant, which has a capacity of people. Here you dine at round tables among a beautiful star sky ceiling.
• Restaurante Baccarat. Dine in the heart of the casino among the slot machines. It is a unique experience in the casino of Vilamoura. The restaurant itself serves quality food at friendly prices. The best choice for true game lovers.
• The Big Bar. This is the centre of the casino of Vilamoura. As it is the only bar inside the casino, this is the place where all people come together. The big open space has a planetarium ceiling, which gives it a unique touch. It is a great place to socialize and have a break in between play time.

Nightclub

The Dice Club is the casino’s own nightclub, which offers all-night dancing in an exclusive environment. It is the ultimate place to see and be seen, so make sure you look the part. Featuring a baroque inspired bar and white Chesterfield sofas, this venue is where the bottles of champagne keep on flowing. Dancing starts rather late, just like in most of the other clubs in the Algarve. The Dice Club regularly organizes themed nights and invites special guests to perform. The Dice Club is open throughout the entire year on Friday and Saturday from o’clock. Entrance is often free if you arrive before

Monte Gordo Casino

In the east of the Algarve, not too far from the Spanish border, there is a casino in Monte Gordo. This is the smallest casino of the Algarve. Entrance is free, but you do need to show your ID to get in. Similar to the other casinos, the Monte Gordo casino requires you to wear suitable clothing, but formal attire is not a requirement. Basically don’t rock up in your beach wear with flip-flops. Other than that, you are fine with smart casual attire, even tailored shorts and a T-shirt. Another thing to note is that inside the premise, smoking is still allowed.

Games

The casino of Monte Gordo has slot machines and 9 classic game tables. Below you find an overview of all the games:

• Poker Texas Hold&#;em – 4 tables
• American Roulette – 2 tables
• Black Jack – 1 table
• Caribbean Stud Poker – 1 table
• Portuguese Dice Game – 1 table

Opening hours

From the 1st of June, the casino of Monte Gordo is open Fridays and Saturdays from until in the morning. On other weekdays, it opens at and closes at in the morning. From half of July until the half of September, it opens every day at and closes at

Dinner shows

The Monte Gordo casino also hosts lively dance shows and performances. Tickets to the show are € 15 and you also have the option to book the show including dinner for € 35. In the following video you can see a preview of a show that is hosted by the casino:

Restaurants and bars

Casino Monte Gordo invites you for food and drinks at one of their 2 restaurants and 2 bars:

• Salão Oceano. This is the largest restaurant of the casino and hosts the dinner shows. Tastefully decorated and overlooking the beach, this venue is a delight both in taste and style.
• Restaurant Baccarat. Good food for reasonable prices is what you can have at this restaurant of the casino. The space is next to the games room.
• Bar Dominó. At the heart of the games room, this bar is a great place to socialize over drinks. Have a rest at the seated lounge area and enjoy the view outside.
• Bar Punto e Banca. Inside the games room of the slot machines there is a bar to get you cool refreshments.