Saratoga Casino and Raceway

Saratoga is a city in Upstate New York, and it’s just below Lake George, ensuring plenty of hotels to stay in. Albany is located to the south, so there are more lodging options there. Why would you want to stay? It’s an area that’s home to the immensely popular Saratoga Casino and Raceway.

The New York casino has a bit of everything in a fantastic location. Whether you want to play slots or table games, get a bite to eat, or watch a horserace, it’s all possible here. Plus, you don’t need to go far if you book a room at the Saratoga Casino Hotel. Our casino review walks you through it all.

Saratoga Casino

The casino is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 a.m. With more than 1,200 slots, video poker options, electronic table games, and Keno options, you’ll find plenty to play here. Bets on the different casino games range from a penny to $25, plus there’s a high-limit casino room with 57 slots that have a $5 minimum bet. Games found within the casino include:

• Lock It Link slots
• Monopoly slots
• Wheel of Fortune slots

Saratoga Racetrack

The horse racing venue is a short distance from the casino. It’s a bit too far to walk, so you’ll want to stop at the racetrack first and then head to the casino or vice versa. Sports Illustrated calls this one of the “world’s greatest sporting venues.” The historic grandstand overlooks the track where horse racing takes place from July through September.

Sign up with NYRA Bets and receive a $200 deposit match. New members receive this bonus using the welcome bonus code NYRA200. There’s a 2x wagering requirement. You must be 18, unless you’re from Alabama, Kansas, Idaho, Indiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Washington. Players from those areas must be 21 or older.

Promotions

The Saratoga Club rewards program provides customized incentives to its members. Those incentives include restaurant discounts, free play rewards, concert and hotel room discounts, and birthday gifts. Upper tiers enjoy free check cashing and credit card advances, express casino service, and swag. The highest tier gets free hotel rooms and personalized VIP service.

Promotional offers change regularly, but current highlights include:

• $20,000 May Day Payday: Earn entries from April 27 - May 31 for a chance to win.
• 2025 Toyota Tacoma SR5 Grand Prize Giveaway: Earn entries from March 30 - June 28. Drawing on Saturday, June 28.
• Stay and Play Package: Includes an overnight stay and a $25 Free Play voucher.

Saratoga Casino Hotel regularly posts new specials, drawings, and giveaways. Early bird drawings for free play are also available.

For SaratogaBets online wagering:

• 10% Deposit Reload Bonus (e.g., available on 5/15).
• Every PAYDAY - FREE $25 Seat for New Players.
• Anti-Surcharge Bonus: Awarded as Rewards Dollars, up to $100 per day.
• Free Debit and Credit Card Deposits: Rebated for deposits of at least $250.
• 200% Rebate on Saratoga Past-Performance Data for active account holders.

Casino Amenities

The casino has a lounge with live music and entertainment. Many local bands and artists play each week. VIP events and special functions are also possibilities.

Saratoga Casino and Raceway also has four restaurants and two private dining rooms to choose from.

• Fortunes – Private functions only for groups of 100 or more
• Lucky Joe’s – Pizza, salads, and sandwiches
• Mane Bar – Sports bar with pub fare
• Morton’s The Steakhouse – Chain steakhouse
• Perks Marketplace – Self-serve convenience store that offers drinks, to-go meals, and snacks
• VIP Lounge – Only for VIPS and has a limited menu

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