Golden Nugget is one of the largest casinos in Cripple Creek, Colorado. Located at 119 Carbonate Street, it is the first casino guests see when entering the city. The other Cripple Creek casinos are within a ten-minute walking distance. Golden Nugget was previously known as Wildwood Casino. US Casino Advantage last visited Golden Nugget Cripple Creek in August 2024.
Golden Nugget Cripple Creek is home to over 500 slot and video poker machines. There are a dozen table games. The selection of video poker and slots is one of the largest in town. It also has a hotel, video poker bar, sports bar with betting kiosks, and two restaurants.
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Golden Nugget Casino
Golden Nugget Casino offers 12 live table games. The blackjack game uses six decks and pays 3/2.
Other table games available include baccarat, craps, Mississippi Stud, double zero roulette, Three Card Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold’em. All Cripple Creek craps tables offer up to 10 times odds. There is also a multiplayer 00 roulette machine.
Golden Nugget video poker
There is a good variety of video poker. An area near the sports bar has a variety of games like three, five, and ten-play, Ultimate X, Super Times Pay, Extra Deal, and Deal Draw. The denominations start at nickel and include quarter, half-dollar, dollar, and two-dollar. The half-dollar and higher games tend to have better pay tables.
The best video poker game we found at Golden Nugget Casino is 15/9 Deuces Wild at quarter and dollar at the bars. Other decent bar games include 9/6/5 Double Bonus and 9/5 Double Double Bonus.
There are some single line video poker games between the table games and the parking lot. One bank has nickel and quarter games. Another adds a dollar denomination. In general, the returns at nickel are the lowest paytable, quarter an average one, and improve at the dollar denomination. The best game on these machines that we found is $1 7/5 Bonus Poker.
Golden Nugget sports betting
Sports betting kiosks are located inside Woody’s Sports Bar. Guests can watch games on the TVs in the sports bar while enjoying a drink. Video poker is also available at the bar.
24K Select players card
Golden Nugget Cripple Creek uses the 24k Select card. It is the same players card used at seven other Golden Nugget Casinos. It takes 100 points to earn a dollar in free play. Comp dollars can also be used as dining credits at over 600 Landry’s restaurant locations.
At Golden Nugget Cripple Creek, slot players earn one tier point for every $3 in coin-in. Video poker players receive a tier credit for every $10 in action. However, high-payback machines may require $25 in play to receive one credit. The rate also varies for table game players. Points are awarded based on the type of game, average wager, and amount of time played.
There are four tiers. Below are the perks per tier. Tier points are counted over a twelve-month period: February 1 through January 31.
24 Karat – Entry tier
- Personalized offers based on play
- 5% retail discount (participating locations)
- Discounted room rates
Premier – 2,000+ points
- Members only promotions
- 10% retail discount (participating locations)
- Ambassador Service
- Annual tier renewal gift
Chariman – 24,000+ points
- Four 6x point multipliers per month
- 15% retail discount (participating locations)
- Priority reservations and seating at Landry’s Restaurants
- Annual cruise
Elite – 100,000+ points
- Four 8x point multipliers per month
- 20% retail discount (participating locations)
- Personal Casino Host
- Free hotel rooms/Suite upgrades
- Annual trip to Golden Nugget Las Vegas
- ATM/cash advance fee reimbursement
Dining at Golden Nugget Cripple Creek
Saltgrass opened in the summer of 2023. It is a Landry’s Steakhouse brand. It also serves common lunch and breakfast items. Breakfast is served until 4pm daily. Bean and Bread serves Starbucks coffee, pastries, fruit, sandwiches and desserts.
| Dining Options at Golden Nugget Casino | |
|---|---|
| Sunday – Thursday | Bean & Bread: 7am-3pm Saltgrass: 8am-9pm |
| Friday & Saturday | Bean & Bread: 7am-7pm Saltgrass: 8am-11pm |
Cripple Creek casino dining, sorted by day of the week
Golden Nugget Hotel – 421 Pikes Peak Avenue
Opened in July 2021, the hotel at Golden Nugget Casino has over 100 guest rooms and suites. The spacious lobby area features a fireplace. There is a resort fee of $5.61 per night. Guests at Golden Nugget Hotel have access to the amenities at Gold King Mountain Inn, including an indoor pool and fitness center. The casino also offers complimentary shuttle service to downtown Cripple Creek.
Check-in: 4pm
Check out: 11am
All guest rooms include blackout shades, a coffee maker, an iron/ironing board, a refrigerator, and a safe. Standard rooms feature either a single king or two double beds.
The Mountain Suite features a king bed, fireplace, and a living area with a sectional sofa, wet bar, and TV. Bathrooms feature a soaking tub, shower, and dual vanity. The Junior Suite features a queen bed and a pull-out sofa.
Gold King Mountain Inn – 601 Galena Avenue
The Gold King Mountain Inn is a partner hotel for Golden Nugget Cripple Creek. A free shuttle takes guests to and from the casino. All 67 non-smoking rooms at Gold King Inn include an in-room safe, microwave, bottled water, and refrigerator. Roll-away beds and cribs are available for no additional charge. Hotel amenities include a heated parking garage, fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and hot tub.
The Gold King Mountain Inn offers rooms with two queen beds or a single king bed. The two queen room is available as a Deluxe Room, including ADA-accessible rooms. Three types of king rooms are available. The King Deluxe room includes a seating area and the Gold Room features an in-room jacuzzi tub. Suites are available with two queen beds as the Cripple Creek Suite or with a single king bed as the Colorado Suite.
Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek, CO FAQ
Is Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek open 24 hours?
Yes. Golden Nugget in Cripple Creek is always open.
Is smoking permitted at Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek?
No. Indoor smoking is banned inside casinos in Colorado.
Are there table games at Golden Nugget in Cripple Creek?
Yes. The games are baccarat, blackjack, craps, Double Up Blackjack, Mississippi Stud, roulette, Three Card Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold’em.
What are the typical table game minimum bets at Golden Nugget in Cripple Creek?
Table game minimums are generally $5 to $15 at Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek.
Is there a poker room at Golden Nugget in Cripple Creek?
No. Midnight Rose is the only poker room in Cripple Creek, Colorado.
Is there a sportsbook at Golden Nugget in Cripple Creek?
Sports bettors may place bets on kiosks. Games may be viewed in Woody’s Sports Bar.
Which mobile sports betting app does Golden Nugget use?
Golden Nugget does not have a sports betting app. All bets are accepted on the property.
Can minors eat at Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek?
Yes. Minors can dine at Saltgrass.
Is there a hotel at Golden Nugget Casino in Cripple Creek?
Yes. The hotel opened in July 2021 with 100 guest rooms and suits. The Gold King Mountain Inn is a hotel partner, also.
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Last Updated on September 17, 2024 by Kristina Mehaffey