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Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa facts for kids
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The exterior of the Morongo Casino Resort.
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| Address | 49500 Seminole Drive Cabazon, California 92230-2200 |
| Opening date | December 10, 2004 |
| Theme | 1960s |
| No. of rooms | 310 |
| Total gaming space | 150,000 sq ft (14,000 m2) |
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| Casino type | Land |
| Owner | Morongo Band of Cahuilla Mission Indians |
| Website | www.morongocasinoresort.com |
The Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa is a large entertainment center. It is run by the Morongo Band of Cahuilla Mission Indians, a Native American tribe. You can find it in Cabazon, California, near the San Gorgonio Pass.
This resort has 310 rooms and suites. It covers 44 acres and its main tower is 27 stories tall. Morongo is one of the biggest casinos in California. At 330 feet high, its tower is the tallest building in both Riverside County and the larger Inland Empire area.
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How Morongo Casino Started
A long time ago, in 1987, a big decision was made. The U.S. Supreme Court said that California could not stop Native American tribes from running bingo and card games on their land. This decision, from a case called California v. Cabazon Band of Mission Indians, helped many tribes start their own gaming places.
In 1995, a new building was made for bingo and card games. It was called Casino Morongo. This new place also had slot machines, a dance hall, a bowling alley, and a diner.
Later, in 2000, people in California voted on something called Proposition 1A. They voted yes, which meant the governor could make agreements with tribes. These agreements allowed tribes to have slot machines and other games on their lands.
Work on the Morongo Hotel began in 2003. The $250-million Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa opened on December 10, 2004. It became one of the largest tribal gaming places in the country. The original Casino Morongo closed for a while in 2004. It reopened in 2018 as a separate casino after the bigger resort expanded.
What You'll Find at Morongo
Morongo is one of only six AAA four-diamond casino resorts in California. A "four-diamond" rating means it offers excellent service and amenities. Other resorts with this rating include Barona Casino and Pechanga Resort and Casino.
The main casino area at Morongo is 148,000 square feet. It has over 2,000 slot machines and table games. When you walk in, you'll see a cool design that looks like the 1960s. The ceiling has special lights and shapes that make it look very fancy.
The casino has many table games. These include four-card poker, Ultimate Texas Hold'Em, and blackjack. There's also a special room for poker with 22 tables. For people who like to play with higher amounts, there's a special area. It has a lounge with TVs and free food.
The hotel at Morongo has 272 regular rooms. It also has 32 larger suites and six special "casitas." These casitas are small houses located near the pool area.
Dining and More
Morongo has many places to eat. These include the fancy penthouse restaurant called Cielo. There's also Serrano, which is open 24 hours. Other choices are Tacos & Tequila, Sunset Bar & Grill, and Natural 9 Noodle Company. You can also find the Potrero Canyon Buffet and a food court.
Remember, you must be 18 years or older to gamble at Morongo.
Getting There
Many private bus companies offer rides to the casino. You can also get there using Amtrak Thruway buses from the Fullerton station.
Sports Events
Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa also hosts exciting sports events.
Boxing Matches
You can watch boxing matches held at the Morongo Casino, Resort & Spa.
MMA Fights
The Morongo Outdoor Pavilion is a place where MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fights take place.