Goa, Sikkim, and the union territory of Daman and Diu are the only places in India where you can legally play casino games. The casinos in Goa are the most popular, offering a range of games and entertainment. There are many food and dining options as well. Managed professionally, many of them are 5-star facilities, attracting thousands of Indian and international tourists.

The first casino house in Goa opened in the late 1990s, and since then, they have become hugely popular. Thousands visit them every year. Gambling is a billion dollar industry in India, with Goa contributing a lot of this money. In 2013 for instance, the Goa casinos contributed almost 20 million US dollars to the state revenue.

There are two types of casinos in Goa:

• Land-based casinos (onshore);
• Ship casinos (offshore).

Offshore casinos were established as the Indian laws did not allow gambling on Indian land, but there was no regulation on water. In time, the laws were changed, allowing legal gambling in Goa, but some of the best casinos in the state are still on the decks of ships, along the Mandovi River and around Panaji. Many of them provide international level luxury and experiences.

1. Location: Grand7 Casino, O'hotel, Candolim, Bardez, North - Goa, Candolim Timings: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week Entry Fees: Packages start from INR 999 which includes a buffet, a drink and a starter coupon. Another option is from INR 2000 which includes a buffet, a drink, a starter coupon and one-time plat PRO chips worth 2500.
2. Cruise in Goa allows one to explore the exotic scenery, pristine waters and marvel the breathtaking view of the sunset. There are several types of cruises in Goa ranging from simple evening cruises, elaborate and romantic dinner cruises, backwater cruises, and casino cruises.

Some of the offshore casinos also have onshore facilities. However, the onshore casinos can only have electronic games.

'This is the casino to go to for gambling, excellent service and food.

The Goa government is now trying to attract more tourists by letting more operators open casinos and gambling houses in Goa.

Casinos In Goa – Highlights

Casino Royale Goa

Popularly known as the Deltin Royale, this is the largest offshore and the most popular casino in Goa. With poker rooms, board games, slot machines, VIP-rooms and halls, an amphitheater and bar, you will get a Las Vegas experience here.

Games – 50 classical board games, slots machines, blackjack, teen patti, American roulette, baccarat, Indian Flush, and a room only for poker.

• Offshore casino on the Mandovi River in Panaji.
• There are 6 decks and 3 gaming floors.
• VIP-rooms, halls, amphitheater, helicopter platform.
• Sky Bar, Whiskey Lounge that is well stocked with single malts and hand-rolled cigars, and signature restaurant ‘Vegas’ offering a large buffet spread.
• Dance and music performances.

Address – Noah’s Ark, RND Jetty, Dayanand Bandodkar Road, Panaji

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

North Goa Resorts

Regulations – Everyone can enter, but only those above 21 can play.

Dress – Only smart casual. Sleeveless shirts, sandals, flip-flops, and shorts are not allowed.

Prices – 2,000 INR entry fee Monday to Thursday per person. 3,000 INR Friday to Sunday. Alcoholic drinks, entertainment, unlimited food, and playing chips are included in this price.

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Carnival Casino

A new casino, but it has become very popular. There is an offshore casino and an onshore one too at the Goa Marriott hotel in Miramar beach. A huge range of games and entertainment options!

Games – American Roulette, blackjack, baccarat, 5-card poker, slots machines, progressive jackpots. The largest selection of slots in Goa!

• Offshore casino on the Mandovi River. Onshore casino inside Marriott hotel in Miramar beach, North Goa.
• 4 decks, 2 gaming floors.
• Children’s area, restaurants.
• Theme music, entertainment shows by local and international artists.
• Exclusive entertainment deck.
• Private parties at Boa Sorte, the rooftop deck.

Address – Goa Marriott Resort & Spa in Miramar, Mandovi River, Panaji.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Regulations – Everyone can enter, but only those above 21 can play.

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 1,500 INR entry fee Monday to Thursday per person and play coupon of 1,000 rupees. 2,000 INR Friday to Sunday with 1,000 rupees play coupon. Alcoholic drinks, entertainment, and unlimited food.

MV Caravela

This casino is also owned by the Deltin group. This was the first floatel casino in India, offering both luxurious accommodation and casino gaming. Guest suites and rooms, many games to choose from, food and drinks! MV Caravela is located on the Mandovi River in Panaji.

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Games – American Roulette, flash, baccarat, Caribbean poker, blackjack, slots.

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• 80 gaming positions, more than 10 games, 17 gaming tables.
• Several guest rooms and suites, including an extravagant two-level Mansion Suite with its own private gaming tables.
• Suites made with mahogany, gold, and amber shades.
• On-deck Jacuzzi, spa, babysitting, onboard library.
• Fine dining, bar on the sundeck, outdoor swimming pool.

Address – Fisheries Jetty, Fisheries Department Building, (opposite Mandovi Hotel), Panaji.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Regulations – Everyone can enter, but only those above 21 can play.

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 3, 000 INR entry fee Monday to Thursday per person. 4,000 INR Friday to Sunday with 1,000 rupees play coupon. Separate package for couple’s. Alcoholic drinks, entertainment, unlimited food, and playing chips are included in this price.

Casino Pride

Extremely popular, Casino Pride is also located on the Mandovi River in a beautiful 30,000 sq. ft. vessel. Cheaper than Deltin Royale! More than 500 guests can play games here at one time. It is popular with the Indian high-rollers.

Games – Flush, mini flush, 5-card poker, Texas Hold’em poker, rummy, roulette, blackjack, baccarat, slots machines.

• 3 floors, 30,000 square feet, 40 gaming tables.
• Multi-cuisine restaurants, well-stocked bar, barbeque.
• 10,000 square feet Weather Deck for parties.
• Entertainment, Bollywood-style live acts. Live entertainment between 9 PM and 11 PM.
• Big poker tournaments.
• Room for kids full of the latest electronic games.
• Gold embellish ceilings.

Address – Captain of Ports Jetty, Panaji.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Regulations – Everyone can enter, but only those above 21 can play.

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 1,500 INR entry fee Monday to Thursday per person. 2,000 INR Friday to Sunday with 1,000 rupees play coupon. Alcoholic drinks, entertainment, unlimited food, and playing chips are included in this price.

King's Casino

A smaller, but more intense offshore casino on the Mandovi River! This casino can accommodate 150 guests at any time. It is on board the sleek catamaran, MV. Arabian Sea King.

Games – American Roulette, high-limit, blackjack, 3-card stud, baccarat, pontoon, slots machines, video poker.

• In a small catamaran offering a more intense casino gaming experience.
• 5 video slots, 5 mega jack slot machines
• More intimate setting than the bigger casinos.
• Can accommodate 150 guests.
• Restaurant and bar, live entertainment.
• Restrooms
• Creche

Address – On the Mandovi River in a catamaran, Panaji.

Timing – Daily, 5 PM to 10 AM

Regulations – Players only

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 5,000 INR. Rupees 4,500 worth of non-negotiable chips.

Maharajah Casino

Maharajah Casino by Big Daddy ship is also on the Mandovi River in Panaji. It is further into the water. Many gaming and entertainment options on the ship!

Games – Roulette, baccarat, blackjack, katti or andar bahar, rashi wheel, 3-card and 5-card poker, mini flash, mang patta, rummy, Indian flash, Texas Hold’em poker.

• 4 decks, 20,000 square meter
• New luxurious interior
• Restaurants, bars, buffet
• Live dance performances, live orchestra, DJ nights, poker nights

Address – Captain of Ports Jetty, Panaji.

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – Regular and Premium packages. The cost varies between 2,000 INR and 3,500 INR for weekdays, and 1,500 and 4,500 for Friday-Sunday. VIP packages cost 6,000 INR for all days of the week.

Dunes Casino

This is a luxury land-based casino in South Goa, close to the Varca beach. It is located inside the Zuri White Sands Resort. A relatively smaller casino, but there are many games on display! There are many entertainment and food options.

Games – Blackjack, baccarat, roulette, rummy, mini flash, 2-card poker.

• 4 table games, 20 gaming machines.
• 4,000 square feet gaming area.
• 6 restaurants, gymnasiums, salon, spa
• Swimming pool, activity center

Address – The Zuri White Sands Resort & Casino, Pedda, Varca.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 700 INR entry fee. No inclusions.

Casino Pearl

Casino Pearl is located within the Bogmallo Beach resort, very close to the Goa International Airport at Dabolim. The resort is located on the Bogmallo beach. This is the largest casino in South Goa.

Games – Roulette, baccarat, blackjack, tai-sai, slots machines.

• 1 table game, 26 gaming machines.
• 4,000 square feet gaming area.
• Robotic Arm Baccarat station is appreciated by the players.
• Restaurants, bars, salon, spa, fitness center
• Deluxe, superior rooms

Address – Bogmallo Beach Resort, Vasco da Gama.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Dress – Smart casual.

Prices – 500 INR entry fee. Unlimited food, drinks, and snacks while playing.

Chances Casino

Chances Casino is located at the Vainguinim Valley Resort Hotel, which is 200 meters from the Vainguinim beach in South Goa. This is the oldest onshore casino in Goa. Popular with the locals and regular players! It still uses the traditional coin slot machines.

Games – American Roulette, mini baccarat, blackjack, digital blackjack, slots machines, Royal Ascot Horse Racing.

• Largest gaming floor in Goa — 30,000 sq ft.
• VIP gaming rooms
• Restaurants, bars.
• Live music every Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
• Kids garden
• Spa, pool

Address – 184/189, Machado's Cove, Dona Paula.

Timing – 11 AM to 4 AM

Dress – Smart casual or formal wear.

Prices – 750 INR entry fee. Unlimited drinks and snacks included.

Casino Strike

This Casino is located within the lavish Grand Hyatt Hotel at Bambolim in South Goa. Launched in 2016, this is the biggest casino in India. Plenty of gaming options!

Games – Roulette, baccarat, money wheel, Indian flush, blackjack, slots machines, casino war, andar bahar.

• 3 floors of gaming space floor for high rollers, VIP floor.
• Latest slots machines and other games not available anywhere else in India.
• Live performances, Russian dancers, DJ shows every night.
• 3 pools, spa, steam room, hot tubs, gymnasium.
• Crèche for infants, playstation for teenagers.

Address – Grand Hyatt Hotel, Bambolim.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Dress – Smart casual or formal wear.

Prices – 1,500 INR Monday to Thursday. 2,000 INR Friday to Sunday. Unlimited drinks while gaming and buffet dinner included. One-time gaming chips.

Casino Palms

Casino Palms is located within the La Calypso Hotel, which is close to the Baga beach in North Goa. This is one of the most relaxed gaming houses in Goa.

Games – Roulette, machine poker, baccarat, mini flush, blackjack, slots machines.

• Largest and most spacious casino (onshore) in North Goa.
• Many exciting games to choose from.
• Restaurants, bars, ayurvedic massage.
• Spa, swimming pool.

Address – No. 7/129-B, Saunta Vadoo, Calangute-Baga Road, Bardez, Baga.

Timing – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Dress – Smart casual or formal wear.

Prices – 1,000 INR for all days of the week. Unlimited food and drinks.

Here are some other good land-based casinos in Goa –

• The Leela Palace – At The Leela Palace in Cavelossim, South Goa
• Hacienda De Oro – At the Holiday Inn Hotel in Cavelossim, South Goa
• Goldfinger – At the Cidade de Goa Hotel in Calangute, North Goa
• Treasure – At the Majorda Beach Resort Hotel in Majorda, South Goa
• Mint Club – At the Rivera De Goa Resort Hotel in Calangute, North Goa

The exotic state of Goa is one of the few places in India where you can have a night filled with the ever so thrilling lady luck, cold drinks and enchanting music. The floating casinos that sail the Mandovi river in Goa, are one of the marvelous state’s most famous tourist attractions. After all, why go all the way to Vegas when you can try your luck in the land of the sun, sand and sea. The casinos here in Goa offer you a taste of luxury and opulence all in one magical night, so if you’re in Goa and think you’ve got what it takes to beat the odds then head over to one of various floating or onshore casinos that Goa’s home to.

Here are the 7 best Casinos to visit while in Goa

Deltin Royale Casino

Just like the name states, this casino has a bit of a royal touch to it. It is the largest and the oldest floating casino in Goa. The Deltin Royale has established a reputed name for itself that is synonymous with luxury and class. Once aboard, you can try your luck with over 850 gaming positions on three levels of this magnificent ship.

Deltin Royale casino offers a variety of games. Along with this the dedicated rooms for Poker and Indian Flush make this casino an all-time favourite with most casino enthusiasts. Treat your palate with delectable food from their multi cuisine restaurants and the finest wines and whiskeys from their Grand Exclusive Whiskey Lounge. If you want a break from the various games, enjoy the live performances by stand-up comedians, international dancers, bands and more. Be sure to be dressed in your best before you step on board and game the night away!

Big Daddy Casino

The Big Daddy Casino is Goa’s newest casino to float on the placid waters of the Mandovi River. It was launched in May of 2019. The 50,000 sq. ft. MV Lucky Seven boat has 110 gaming tables and 900 gaming positions and automatic machines. These are located on it’s three different levels. Experience extraordinary and world-class gaming along with some of the finest players on this floating casino. The Big Daddy Casino has a floor that dedicated to only high rollers. This floor also has a VIP gaming room along with a “no-limits” tables with no cap on the stakes. Feast on gourmet food at their multi cuisine restaurants and enjoy the entertainment on board by international artists, DJs, dancers and more.

Casino Pride

Casino Pride by the Pride Group is one of their five casinos around India. This 30,000 sq. ft. casino is hugely popular among the tourist who come to Goa. It has a host of international games such as Roulette, Blackjack and Texas Hold’em Poker. Besides these also offer Indian games like Teen Patti and Rummy. Thus this casino has something for everyone. The casino also has a brilliant 10,000 sq. ft. weather deck to party all night along with the live Bollywood acts and other performances. The great thing about this floating casino is that your kids are entertained too. They can keep busy too with the latest electronic games in Casino Pride’s separate kid’s zone. So, if you’re with your kids on a holiday in Goa and want to visit a floating casino, Casino Pride is the best option for you.

Deltin Jaqk

The famous Deltin Jaqk is definitely one of Goa’s most stylish and luxurious casinos. Formerly known as the Casino Royale, this casino that floats on Goa’s serene waters is one of the best gaming destinations. Step into the world of gaming once aboard this 12,000 sq. ft. gamer’s paradise. It houses 350 different gaming positions on it’s three different levels. If you have no prior experience and want to learn the ins and outs of the game, you can try your luck at one of their beginners’ tables. Feast on food crafted by the best chefs in the casino. Apart from this you can also enjoy the finest alcohol from their ever brimming bar as you play your hand.

Deltin Caravela

The Deltin Caravela is the epitome of luxury among the floating casinos in Goa. This fish-shaped ship was refurbished and relaunched in 2016. It is India’s only luxury floating casino that’s also a hotel. With the best amenities and facilities on board, a trip on this off-shore casino offers you a world of splendor.

This prominent casino is aimed at serious players who wish to spend the night testing their luck on the casino’s 200 gaming positions and 32 gaming tables. Enjoy the on-deck Jacuzzi or spa for a much-needed break before you head back to the Poker table. Watch the sunrise with a 180-degree view of the Mandovi river, as you sip on their finest alcohol at the bar on the sundeck. To top it all, enjoy dinner at their multi-cuisine fine dining skylight restaurant. If you’re looking for a premium gaming experience then the Deltin Caravela is the casino for you.

Casino Paradise

Step into gamer paradise at Goa’s largest onshore casino by the Pride Group, Casino Paradise. It is located in the luxurious 5-star business hotel Neo Majestic. This 5000 sq. ft. casino offers gamer an experience to remember. Enjoy their various slot machines and digital roulette stations or test your luck with their robotic arm baccarat station. Satiate your taste buds with sinfully delicious food from their three restaurants inside the hotel. If you wish to relax and unwind after a game or two at the table, head over to their state-of-the-art spa and treat yourself to a luxurious experience.

Chances Casino

Last but not least, the Chances Casino is one of Goa’s oldest casinos but definitely a quieter option for serious gamblers. It is nestled atop the Vainguinim Valley in Dona Paula. This casino is housed inside the Chances Resort and Casino boutique luxury hotel. While this onshore casino isn’t often frequented by tourists, it is a hit with frequent gamblers and locals. With its traditional coin slot machines and games that are still played conventional manner, this casino is said to be one of the largest onshore casinos in Goa. And rightly so as it spreads over 30,000 sq. ft. Move to the rhythm of their live music and then pay a visit to their lavish buffet for dinner after a good game at their numerous tables. If you’re a real gaming enthusiast then this casino is definitely a must-visit while in Goa.

A visit to one of Goa’s various casinos should definitely be on your bucket list while travelling to Goa. Don’t forget to dress in your glam-best and bring out the bling as you flirt the night away with lady luck.

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