If you’re ready for a night (or a day) out on the town, Shreveport-Bossier has five riverboat casinos and a racino that offer 24-hour entertainment. On the Shreveport side of Red River you’ll find Sam’s Town and Eldorado. Across the river in Bossier City are Horseshoe, Boomtown and DiamondJacks. Bossier is also home to Harrah’s Louisiana Downs.
So what you do depends on what’s your pleasure . . . blackjack, poker, craps, roulette, ponies? There are plenty of chances for you to try your luck. If you’re in the mood to be entertained, take in a show by headliners like Raheem DeVaughn or Steve Harvey. You can even indulge in some serious shopping at the casinos’ on-site boutiques. After all that fun, you’ll be sure to have a big appetite, and the casino restaurants offer a wide range of menu items from sandwiches to prime rib. Gaming in Shreveport-Bossier is your all-in-one getaway.
Boomtown Casino & Hotel (www.boomtownbossier.com) has just completed a $2.5 million hotel renovation. Brand new furniture, LCD TVs, plush pillow top mattresses, a new pool, hot tub and fitness center . . . you’ve got to see it to believe it! Satisfy your appetite with anything from juicy steaks to a snack from the cafe. Then settle in for a night of action with almost 1,200 slots and more than 30 table games.
DiamondJacks Casino & Resort (www.diamondjacks.com/bossiercity) has 570 luxurious rooms with a casual, relaxing décor, four first-class restaurants, full-service spa, state of the art fitness center, and an arcade. If that’s not enough to keep you busy, take advantage of the 30,000 plus square feet of gaming action, including more than 1,000 loose slots and 32 table games. Fine Line Tattoo (www.finelinetattoos.com) just opened a new location inside the casino. This is the only Louisiana location. Other Fine Line Tattoo stores can be found in Dallas, Missouri and Japan
Enjoy timeless elegance and friendly personal service in one of the 403 luxurious rooms and suites at Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport (www.eldoradoshreveport.com). Indulge your senses at the 6,000-sq.-ft. spa or amp it up at the state-of-the-art fitness center. Four fantastic restaurants offer anything from a romantic dinner for two to a full-service meeting for 200. Take your pick of more than 1,500 slots, more than 60 table games and the largest poker room in the area. Be sure to check out the Allure Ultra Lounge, upscale entertainment at its finest. Dance in a skybox with unobstructed views of live music in Celebrity Lounge or mingle at the lighted Avonite Bar.
The fun at Harrah’s Louisiana Downs (www.harrahslouisianadowns.com) is a horse of a different color. The suites at the onsite hotel, Springhill Suites by Marriott, are 25 percent larger than comparably priced hotel rooms, and offer a complimentary breakfast buffet. Enjoy May-through-October live racing and 1,300 or the newest, hottest slots. Choose from a wide selection of menu items at one of the onsite restaurants.
Horseshoe Casino & Hotel (www.horseshoebossiercity.com) offers world-class distinction in its luxury hotel. The king suites are luxuriously appointed and have the in-room amenities you’d expect. Maintain your exercise regimen in the workout facility, then relax in the sauna and steam room. Better yet, get a soothing massage from a certified massage therapist. In the casino, choose from more than 1,500 slots and more than 60 table games. The casino’s Gambler Getaway Package is $69/night and includes a room, meal, and legendary casino action. Click here (https://www.horseshoebossiercity.com/MakeReservation.do?propCode=UBC&packageCode=PGETA) to learn more.
At Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino (www.samstownshreveport.com/boydgaming) each of the 514 rooms and suites has upgraded amenities that both you and your pet can enjoy. Stay in shape in the fitness center, or lounge at the pool. On the casino floor you’ll enjoy more than 1,100 slots and all your favorite table games. You won’t have a hard time finding something good to eat. Try the steakhouse, the buffet or the café for a variety of choices. The late night entertainment options are endless on the gaming floor and off the gaming floor. Check out March entertainment options like Mustang Sally, The Roscoes, The Groove Agents and more (http://www.samstownshreveport.com/entertainment/lounge-schedule).