Stoney Nakoda Resort is a resort casino in Morley, Alberta owned and managed by Native Americans. This $65 million resort casino includes a 120-room hotel scheduled to open in December 2008. With 70,000 sq. ft. of gaming floor, Stoney Nakoda Resort opened its doors to the gaming public in June 2008 with a staff composed mostly of Stoneys. It is expected that this resort casino complex, when fully operational, can give employment to many Native Americans living near the area. Slot machine gaming is open from 10AM to 12AM (Sunday to Thursday) and 10AM to 2AM (Friday and Saturday). Table gaming is open from 2PM to 12AM (Monday to Thursday), 2PM to 2AM (Friday and Saturday) and 12NN to 12AM (Sunday).
All of the gambling equipment and facilities at the casino resort are brand new and considered top of the line. The casino has 300 units of gaming slot machines that are now attracting a lot of customers who find excitement in this kind of gambling. In terms of gaming tables, Stoney Nakoda Resort has 15 tables for Blackjack, Roulette, Baccarat, Poker and other table games.
Stoney Nakoda Resort has a 120-room hotel set to open on December of 2008. The hotel and casino is seen to complement each other’s operation to gain more customers that would benefit Native Americans in terms of employment.
The casino has three food outlets to serve its gambling patrons and soon its hotel guests. Gambling patrons and guests can experience casual dining at Peaks Cafe, have a buffet feast in The Ridge Buffet, or enjoy a relaxing meal at the Sidelines Lounge. Food is prepared by Stoney Nakoda Resort's world-class culinary team and is complimented by an extensive selection of fine wine.
Stoney Nakoda Resort has its own retail store selling First Nations items, casino items, logo apparel, magazines and other souvenirs. There's also a complimentary shuttle service.
Live entertainment and concerts are regularly held at Stoney Nakoda Resort. The casino resort will have an indoor water park for the enjoyment of casino patrons and guests when the hotel opens.
Stoney Nakoda Resort is located at the Junction of Hwy 1 and Hwy 40, Morley, Alberta, Canada T0L 1N0
Stoney Nakoda Resort is 55.49 miles (46 kilometers) west of Calgary International Airport.
