Checked out reviews before going. Well, you have to experience for yourself. We had a wonderful time. Everything and everyone was very nice and friendly. We’re both fully tattooed and used to being judged. Not there. Rooms, food and especially the bartenders were awsome. No matter how overwhelmed with customers they were, they were always very polite. Definitely going back.
Tribal casino
Chumash Casino Resort
3400 CA-246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Photos from the venue's Google Maps listing, credited to their contributors on Google.
- Minutes from Solvang
- Clean rooms with valley views
- Comedy shows and concerts
The short version
What visitors say about Chumash Casino Resort
Many Chumash hotel guests are in the Santa Ynez Valley for Solvang, a few minutes down the road, and use the resort as their base. Rooms get strong reviews for cleanliness, some with views of the vineyards or the creek, and housekeeping gets special thanks. Some book a room around a comedy show or concert.
Longtime players are the unhappiest group. They say free play and comps have been cut back and that hand pays are rarer than they used to be. Smoking is allowed, so the floor can smell of it. Electric car owners complain that there are too few chargers and that the ones on site are slow. One visitor had heard the poker room draws a crowd of skilled, older regulars.
Written from about 20 recent Google reviews, Google's most relevant and its lowest rated, read in September 2026. Places change, so take it as a guide rather than the last word.
Location
Finding Chumash Casino Resort
3400 CA-246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Google reviews
The best and the worst of what people wrote
The good reviews Google ranks highest, next to the worst ones, left exactly as they were written. 13,729 people have rated Chumash Casino Resort on Google, for an average of 4.2.
Top reviews6
We did nit stay at this resort, but we did eat and play here.
We ate at The Sports Bar and the food was GOOD! The prices are really fair for the quality and portion size. I got fried chicken and waffle fries and it was GOOD! The carrot cake was ok and the coffee was also very good. Our server Andy was Great!
I go to the casino a couple times a year and Ive always had a good time . I like going on week nights , late in the evening , not too many people so lots of machines to pick from. I didnt want to leave the machine I was on , it was being really good to me , doubled my money and went home . Its really clean , bathrooms…
I highly recommend staying here if you want to visit Solvang. It is just 7 minutes from the city center. The hotel has everything you need for a wonderful stay. It is uncrowded and features excellent facilities! The food and service are top-notch! We were very pleased with our weekend getaway!
BEAUTIFUL ROOM!! Gorgeous view of the vineyards! Great service...wonderful some $ our first day there...watched the FIFA playoffs in one of the restaurants/bar areas...GREAT FUN! Close to Solvang too...so we visited there as well! GREAT 3 day/2 night trip from So Cal!!!
Had a BLAST!!
Nice little getaway. Great laid back atmosphere inside the casino. The waitresses are fun. Need to try their poker rooms. Heard the players are good there. A lot of old timers.
Critical reviews6
If you are planning a trip to the Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez, you might want to adjust your expectations. While the property looks nice from the outside, the actual experience on the gaming floor left a lot to be desired, and it
The drive there is a bit difficult curvy road ,feels unsafe. Smoking is allowed in the casino so there are people constantly blowing smoke when you play. Makes the casino feel dirty. When you come home you reak of cigarettes. The slots are
Response from the owner
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Maria. We’re sorry to hear about your experience and appreciate your insights on the drive, smoking, and service. We strive to improve and hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future. Your thoughts are invaluable to us.
Absolutely horrible experience. We have never been to this casino-and will NEVER return. First- when booking online, social media, nothing reported an “update” to the machines.
We approached the “club” and were told “nobody knew about this, the workers didn’t know, and they put signs up this morning at 5:30am.
We are…
I went to Chumash Casino Resort this past Friday and had a great time seeing WAR — the show was amazing and the overall vibe was fun and lively.
Response from the owner
Thank you for your feedback, Charlene. We're glad you enjoyed the show, but we sincerely apologize for your restroom experience. We strive for courtesy and will address your concerns to ensure better service in the future. Your input is valuable as we work to improve.
Ive been going to Chumash for over 25 years. My wife and I use to get 50 dollars each free play and free buffet dinners that were separate from the free play and free play you earned from playing the slots. And the slots payouts were great. Now they only give 10 dollars a week free play and any money you earn from…
Great stay….but if you have an electric car that needs charging, be aware that this hotel/resort has very old slow chargers.
Other gusts have complained but they are still
Reviews and ratings belong to their authors and Google, and are not verified by us. Collected from Google Maps on September 26, 2026, so times are relative to that date.
Questions about Chumash Casino Resort
Where is Chumash Casino Resort?
At 3400 CA-246 in Santa Ynez, about 112 miles from Downtown LA as the crow flies. It's a tribal casino, run by the tribe on its own land.
Is Chumash Casino Resort open 24 hours?
Yes, around the clock every day, going by its Google listing. Holiday hours sometimes change, so call if you're planning around a particular time.
Does Chumash Casino Resort have a hotel?
Yes, there's a hotel on the property, so you can stay the night instead of driving home late.
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