Card room
20930 Malaga Rd, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
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The short version
Lake Elsinore Casino shares an aging building with a motel, and online reviews lump the two together, so much of what people write is about the rooms. The card room runs poker and blackjack, and next to it is a sports bar with lots of TVs. The bar gets the warmest reviews on the property, for its bartenders and its food. Poker players are harder on the floor staff, and two of them describe being treated worse than the regulars.
Recent guests at the motel on the property say the outside is misleading. They describe refurbished rooms that are clean and roomy, a pool, and friendly people at the front desk. Older reviews tell of stained carpets and rooms that smelled, so asking for an updated room makes sense. The included breakfast disappoints: guests say it amounts to coffee and a packaged pastry.
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
20930 Malaga Rd, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Google reviews
The good reviews Google ranks highest, next to the worst ones, left exactly as they were written. 955 people have rated Lake Elsinore Casino on Google, for an average of 3.7.
Don't judge a book by its cover! Driving up to the hotel, it doesnt look like a very savory location and the actual building is old. The hotel is connected to the casino and the entrance to the hotel is difficult to find when you first drive up. My husband went into the door that appeared to be the hotel entrance to…
Hello Patti! We are so happy to hear your stay with us was excellent! We’ll admit the … More
Great staff and excellent service. Young lady and young man in day to night management are awesome, helpful and very professional. They offer rewards and perks. Housekeeping is diligent and courteous. I will always recommend this establishment. Close to the 15 freeway and 215 freeway. A hidden jewel right in Lake…
Hi James! Thank you for your kind words, we will be sure to pass them along to our staff. … More
Opted for the refurbished rooms which were good. Two outdoor pool areas and shaded outdoor space for eating. Menu and drinks reasonably priced. Parking easy and laundry room and ice dispenser handy. Staff friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
Hi Jason! We are happy to see the new renovated room are comfortable and accommodating! … More
Don't judge a book by its cover. The rooms are brand new. Beautiful. Restaurant is a great sports bar.
Hi Brad! Thank you so much for such a nice review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed our new rooms and CJ’s Bar and Grill. We hope to have you as a guest again soon! Sincerely, Front Desk Supervisor – Justin Eaton
If you're in the area and have the time for good food and drinks and an outstanding bartender, then stop by and see Kailey. This place rocks and Ksiley makes it even better. Tons of TVs for sports too. A must stop.
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re so happy you enjoyed the food, drinks, and all the TV’s. Kailey will love hearing this- hope to see you again soon! Roxanne
Card tables, restaurant, bar, hotel, great for watching horse races, playing poker or blackjack and there's even Choice Privileges membership discounts available on hotel rooms too! Pool and jacuzzi available.
Thank you for your stay! We’re glad you enjoyed everything our property has to offer. Hope you come again soon.
The customer service at this location varies wildly depending on who is working. The gentleman working the evening shift the night before was super helpful, accommodating, and professional. Unfortunately, the experience the next morning was completely unacceptable.
I am staying here with a grieving mother after her…
Hello Heather! We apologize for how the scenario unfolded during the morning. Although all … More
I just want to share a story of my situation at Lake Elsinore Casino tonight. I had a blast to start the night. The food was great in the restaurant attached to the casino and the service is impeccable. They were super helpful in my stay.
I go to the tables, and I am playing Blackjack for more than 4 hours. All of…
Blatant cheating. This place needs to be investigated. Directly watched the dealer punch buttons on the auto shuffler after winning 4 hands in a row. After the dealer messed with the auto shuffler no one could win a hand in the next 9 hands
I used to really like this place, but today I realize that the home game vibe I thought was great the first few times definitely has it setbacks.
Hello Gene, We are sorry to see your experience in the Casino was unpleasant. We have notified the Casino Manager about your situation. Unfortunately, this is all we can do since we are the Hotel side of the business. Sincerely, Front Desk Supervisor – Justin Eaton
LJ and Ian are the two floor man here. Absolutely terrible when it comes to accommodating players. I walked in and they asked for my ID which is standard. Then 30 minutes into my session, they come to my table and asked for it again. I asked why and LJ said that they needed it because I bought in too many times. I was…
First night in a second Roadway motel in a week, the wifi was horrible in the first one in Palm Springs and it's the same here, can't do a thing online. Is this a Roadway thing or what's up?
Reviews and ratings belong to their authors and Google, and are not verified by us. Collected from Google Maps on September 23, 2026, so times are relative to that date.
At 20930 Malaga Rd in Lake Elsinore, about 61 miles from Downtown LA as the crow flies. It's a state licensed card room.
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.
No. Card rooms in California aren't allowed slots. You'll find poker and table games like baccarat and pai gow instead. For slots you need a tribal casino.
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