What’s included with a room and what costs extra
Room rates at Grand Island Casino Resort include the room itself (Deluxe Room, Grand Room, or Suite), free Wi‑Fi, access to the indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool (when open), the fitness center, and basic in‑hotel services such as free self‑parking and 24‑hour front desk. Extras that commonly cost more: restaurant meals (including breakfast), spa treatments, rollaway beds or cribs, pet fees, and some resort or activity add‑ons (see details below).
In this guide
- What’s included in your guest room
- Pools, hot tub and spa — what’s free vs. paid
- Dining and breakfast — not included in room rates
- Casino, shows and age rules
- Parking, airport shuttle, pets and other practical extras
- Common extra charges to expect at booking or during your stay
- Check‑in, check‑out and front‑desk services
What’s included in your guest room
All paid rooms come with standard in‑room amenities such as free Wi‑Fi, in‑room TV, daily housekeeping (unless otherwise requested), and access to the property’s common facilities (pools, fitness center, public areas). The three room types are Deluxe Room, Grand Room, and Suite.
The property provides accessible routes, elevators, and accessible room options on request. Specific room layouts, views, and furnishings vary by room type and bed configuration.
- Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property
- In‑room TV and basic furniture (desk, seating as provided by room type)
- Daily housekeeping (standard service)
- Access to fitness center, indoor pool and indoor hot tub
| Room type | Typical bed choices |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Grand Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite | 1 King Bed |
Pools, hot tub and spa — what’s free vs. paid
Access to the indoor pool and the seasonal outdoor pool (open late May–September) and the indoor hot tub is included with your room. Pool hours are posted by the property; published pool access hours run from 6:00 AM to midnight.
The Spa at Grand Island Casino Resort offers treatment rooms, an infrared sauna and a hot tub. Use of the spa’s sauna and hot tub is complimentary only for guests who book a paid spa service; spa services themselves carry additional fees and require reservations.
- Indoor pool — included with room access
- Seasonal outdoor (rooftop) pool — included when pool is open (seasonal dates provided by property)
- Indoor hot tub — included
- Spa treatments (massages, facials, mani/pedi) — additional fees; reservations required
- Sauna & spa hot tub — complimentary only for guests who book a spa service
| Amenity | Included with room? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Indoor pool | Yes | Open to guests during posted hours |
| Outdoor seasonal pool | Yes (seasonal) | Open late May–September; hours posted by property |
| Spa treatments | No | Requires reservation; fees apply; spa access included with a booked treatment |
Dining and breakfast — not included in room rates
Grand Island Casino Resort is not an all‑inclusive property; meals and drinks are charged separately. The resort’s on‑site dining options include Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood (top‑floor steakhouse), 22 & Vine (bistro), Café at 22 & Vine (quick bites and coffee), and Draft Day Sports Lounge (bar and pub eats).
Breakfast is available at the resort but carries an additional surcharge (roughly $15–$30 per person as published); children 17 and under have a discounted breakfast price. Reservations are recommended for Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood.
- Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood — fine dining (reservations accepted via OpenTable; dress code: business casual)
- 22 & Vine — breakfast, lunch, dinner (casual bistro)
- Café at 22 & Vine — coffee, pastries, grab‑and‑go items
- Draft Day Sports Lounge — bar food and drinks (on casino floor; 21+ access rules apply)
| Restaurant | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Ruthie’s Steak & Seafood | Dinner and Sunday Brunch; reservations recommended |
| 22 & Vine | Breakfast, lunch & dinner |
| Café at 22 & Vine | Quick bites, coffee and pastries |
Casino, shows and age rules
The casino and gaming floor are on site with slots, table games and a sportsbook. Casino entry requires a valid photo ID and local gaming rules are enforced; published casino hours begin at 8:00 AM and the casino closes at midnight Sunday–Thursday and at 3:00 AM Friday and Saturday.
Although the resort welcomes families in guest rooms and many dining areas, the main guest checking in must be at least 21 and anyone entering the casino must present ID. Some venues on the gaming floor — including Draft Day Sports Lounge and certain entertainment areas — may require guests to be 21+.
- Casino entry: valid photo ID required
- Minimum age to check in: 21 (cardholder must present booking card and matching ID at check‑in)
- Show and event venues may have separate age or ticketing rules; check event listings
| Activity | Included with room? |
|---|---|
| Entry to casino floor | Not automatically included; ID required and access rules apply |
| Show Lounge local acts | Often free or ticketed — check the event schedule |
| Event Center headliners | Ticketed; not included with room |
Parking, airport shuttle, pets and other practical extras
Free self‑parking (including accessible parking) and a parking garage are included with your stay. The resort also offers a free roundtrip airport shuttle from Central Nebraska Regional Airport — guests should contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival to arrange pickup.
Pet stays are available for dogs only in designated pet‑friendly rooms and must be requested in advance. A pet fee of $50 per dog per stay applies (maximum two dogs per room); service animals are exempt. Confirm pet availability at booking.
- Free self‑parking on site (including accessible spaces)
- Free roundtrip airport shuttle — reservation required 48 hours in advance
- Pet fee: $50 per dog, per stay (up to 2 dogs; service animals exempt)
| Service | Included or extra |
|---|---|
| Self‑parking | Included |
| Airport shuttle | Included (arrange 48 hours prior) |
| Pet fee | $50 per dog per stay (extra) |
Common extra charges to expect at booking or during your stay
Several services are commonly charged on top of the nightly room rate. These include spa services, restaurant meals, rollaway beds or cribs, and in some cases event or show tickets. Confirm charges at check‑in and on printed folios to avoid surprises.
Payment options accepted include major credit cards; some listings show cash may not be accepted, so confirm accepted payment methods with the property before arrival.
- Spa treatments (massage, facial, mani/pedi) — fees vary by service
- Rollaway bed — published at about $25 per day (request in advance)
- Cribs/pack‑and‑play — available for an extra fee upon request
- Breakfast at hotel restaurants — roughly $15–$30 per person (not included)
- Room incidentals (minibar, pay‑per‑view if offered) — additional charges may apply
| Item | Estimated extra |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | $15–$30 per person (payable at property) |
| Rollaway bed | About $25 per day |
| Pet fee | $50 per pet per stay |
Check‑in, check‑out and front‑desk services
Check‑in begins at 4:00 PM; late arrivals are usually accommodated into the night but guests arriving very late should contact the property in advance. Check‑out is before 11:00 AM and contactless check‑out is available.
The front desk is staffed 24/7 and can help with restaurant reservations, spa appointments, shuttle arrangements, and local information. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder along with matching photo ID at check‑in.
- Check‑in: from 4:00 PM (late arrivals may be accommodated — confirm if arriving after about 11:30 PM–2:00 AM)
- Check‑out: before 11:00 AM (contactless check‑out available)
- Front desk: 24‑hour service for bookings and assistance
| Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check‑in age requirement | Main guest must be 21 and present booking card + photo ID |
| Front desk hours | 24 hours |
| Late arrival | Contact property in advance if arriving after late‑night accommodation window |
