Age and kids policy explained

Grand Island Casino Resort is an all-ages property: children are welcome in guest rooms and most public areas, but the main guest checking in must be at least 21 and must present the credit card used to book plus matching photo ID. Age-restricted areas or services — the casino/gaming floor, Draft Day Sports Lounge on the casino floor, the Resort Club loyalty program, and certain spa access — require guests to be 21+ (and the spa has its own under-16/under-18 rules).
In this guide
Who can stay in a room
Grand Island Casino Resort accepts guests of all ages in its rooms; children are welcome to share accommodations with a qualifying adult. The main guest presenting at check-in must be at least 21 years old.
At check-in the cardholder must present the credit card used to make the reservation along with matching photo identification. Cribs and rollaway beds are available on request (fees apply).
- Room types (exact names): Deluxe Room, Grand Room, Suite
- Main guest checking in: minimum 21 years old
- Cardholder must present booking credit card + matching photo ID
- Cribs and rollaway beds: available on request for an extra fee
| Room name | Typical bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Grand Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite | 1 King Bed |

Children, pools and pool rules
The property is family-friendly and offers an indoor pool, a seasonal outdoor (rooftop) pool, and an indoor hot tub. Pool access hours are posted by the resort; published pool hours run from 6:00 AM to midnight.
Children are welcome at the pools but must be supervised by an adult. The outdoor pool is seasonal and has specific open dates (published seasonally).
- Indoor pool and indoor hot tub: available year-round during posted hours
- Seasonal outdoor (rooftop) pool: open seasonally (example published dates: late May–Sept 30)
- Pool hours published as 6:00 AM–midnight (confirm locally for current schedule)
- Children under 18 must be supervised at the pools
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool & hot tub | Open year-round during posted hours |
| Outdoor rooftop pool | Seasonal (check current year's dates) |
| Pool hours | Generally 6:00 AM–midnight (confirm at property) |

Casino, gaming floor and bar access
The casino/gaming floor and Draft Day Sports Lounge (which sits on the casino floor) are age-restricted under Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission rules. Guests must present valid photo ID to enter the gaming area.
Wristbands or ID checks are used to verify age at entry; the casino has published hours (opens at 8:00 AM daily; closes midnight Sunday–Thursday, and 3:00 AM Friday–Saturday).
- Minimum age to enter casino/gaming floor: 21 (valid photo ID required)
- Draft Day Sports Lounge: located on the casino floor; 21+ to enter
- Casino hours: 8:00 AM–12:00 AM Sun–Thu, 8:00 AM–3:00 AM Fri–Sat (confirm for holidays)
| Area | Age requirement |
|---|---|
| Casino/gaming floor | 21+ with valid photo ID |
| Draft Day Sports Lounge | 21+ (on casino floor) |
| Resort Club loyalty program | 21+ (per resort policy) |

Spa, fitness center and age limits
The Spa at Grand Island Casino Resort has its own age policy: guests under 16 are not permitted, and guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Spa reservations are required for treatments and spa hours vary by day.
Booking a spa service includes complimentary access to the spa’s infrared sauna and hot tub as part of a booked treatment. The hotel also has a Fitness Center available to guests; check with the spa or front desk for current access rules for minors.
- Spa minimums: under 16 not permitted; under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Reservations required for all massage and spa treatments
- Complimentary sauna and hot tub access included with booked spa services
- Fitness Center: available to guests (confirm any age or supervision rules at front desk)
| Service | Age policy |
|---|---|
| The Spa at Grand Island | Under 16 not allowed; under 18 with adult |
| Spa amenities (sauna/hot tub) | Complimentary with booked spa service |
| Fitness Center | Guest access — confirm any minor supervision rules |
Dining with kids and restaurant age details
On-site dining includes Ruthie's Steak & Seafood (top-floor steakhouse), 22 & Vine (bistro), Café at 22 & Vine (quick bites), and Draft Day Sports Lounge. Most dining venues are family-friendly and offer kids' meals and a discounted breakfast price for children 17 and under.
Because Draft Day sits on the casino floor, access to that bar/restaurant requires 21+. Other restaurants (Ruthie's, 22 & Vine, Café at 22 & Vine) are family-oriented; Ruthie's may have a business-casual dress code and recommends reservations.
- Kids' meals and discounted children’s breakfast price (17 and under) available
- Draft Day Sports Lounge: 21+ (on casino floor) — check access before planning a family meal there
- Ruthie's Steak & Seafood: reservation recommended; business-casual dress code
| Restaurant | Family access |
|---|---|
| Ruthie's Steak & Seafood | Family-friendly (reservations recommended; business casual) |
| 22 & Vine | Family-friendly — serves breakfast, lunch, dinner |
| Café at 22 & Vine | Casual quick bites — family-friendly |
Practical tips for families on arrival
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is before 11:00 AM; the front desk operates 24/7 and the property can accommodate late arrivals if you contact them in advance. If you need airport pickup, arrange the free roundtrip airport shuttle at least 48 hours before arrival.
If you travel with pets, dog-friendly rooms are available by request (maximum two dogs per room; service animals exempt) with a $50 fee per pet per stay. Confirm rollaway, crib and pet-room requests before arrival to avoid surprises.
- Check-in: begins 4:00 PM; check-out: before 11:00 AM
- Front desk: 24/7 service
- Airport shuttle: free roundtrip (arrange 48 hours in advance)
- Pet policy: dogs allowed in designated rooms (max 2, $50 per pet per stay; service animals exempt)
| Need | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Crib or rollaway | Request in advance (fees apply) |
| Airport shuttle | Contact property 48 hours before arrival |
| Pet-friendly room | Request designated dog-friendly room; fee applies |


