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Prospector Hotel & Gambling Hall
Ely, NV
Very pet friendly, with a dog wing
Elko, Wendover and rural Nevada
Casinos in Ely
Ely is a remote town in eastern Nevada where US 50, US 6 and US 93 meet, and a common overnight on those long, empty highways. Its three casino hotels are quite different: Hotel Nevada is the historic landmark on the main street, the Prospector is the pet friendly choice with a Mexican restaurant, and the Jailhouse is the budget option with a small slot only casino.
Miles from Salt Lake City
Ely and nearby
All 3 venues in Ely, ranked
How the ranking works. Venues are ordered by their Google rating, weighted by how many people left one: every rating is blended with a neutral 4.0 as if the venue had 200 more reviews at 4.0, so a 4.6 from thousands of reviews ranks above a 5.0 from a dozen. Sponsorship has no effect on the order. Ratings last checked October 2026.
Map
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Before you go Call ahead to confirm the games and limits you want are running, bring a valid photo ID, and decide on a spending limit before you arrive. If gambling stops being fun, free and confidential help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER.
Questions about casinos in Ely
How many casinos are in Ely?
Three: Hotel Nevada & Gambling Hall, Prospector Hotel & Gambling Hall and Jailhouse Motel & Casino.
How far is Ely from Salt Lake City?
About 190 miles in a straight line. On the road it's farther, and how long it takes depends mostly on when you leave.
Are the casinos in Ely open 24 hours?
No. Check the hours on the venue page before you go, especially late at night.