Traditional gaming is not the way it's the extra amenities that we offer,' he told AZ Central. ' We have designed this casino as an entertainment experience, offering more than just gambling. Situated near Chandler at Gilbert Road and the future Santan Mountain Drive, the casino aims to become a premier entertainment destination for locals and visitors alike.īlake Katsnelson, the General Manager of Santan Mountain, expressed excitement about the casino's features. Santan Mountain is the first new casino to emerge after an updated tribal gaming compact that expanded the offerings of tribal casinos and legalized sports betting. Boasting a wide array of amenities, the $180 million casino has been under construction for approximately 18 months and will feature the largest casino sportsbook in Arizona, along with 813 slot machines, table games and a new full-service specialty restaurant. Gila River Resorts & Casinos is set to open its latest addition to Arizona's Metro Phoenix gaming market, Santan Mountain, on June 30.
