Casino Niagara
Niagara Falls · Niagara · run by Mohegan
Casino Niagara is the older of the two casinos in Niagara Falls, Ontario, open since December 9, 1996 beside Clifton Hill. It runs 24 hours a day, with over 1,300 slots and live tables from noon to 3:45am. It also has the poker room that Fallsview lacks. Its site lists no hotel or stage of its own.
- Address
- 5705 Falls Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T3
- Phone
- 1-888-325-5788
- Casino hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, holidays included
- Minimum age
- 19, with government-issued photo ID
- Slots
- Over 1,300, from 1¢ to $5
- Table games
- 30 tables, noon to 3:45am daily
- Poker
- 18 tables on Level 2
- Hotel
- None of its own; connected to Sheraton Fallsview and Crowne Plaza
- Parking
- 1,500-space covered garage; most visitors pay on departure
Casino Niagara hours and gaming floor
Slots fill two floors and top out at $5, well below the $100 machines at Fallsview Casino Resort. Electronic tables keep going when the live tables close.
- Size
- 95,000 square feet, with slots on two floors.
- Slots
- Over 1,300 machines in denominations from 1¢ to $5, including over 350 progressives.
- Table games
- 30 tables, offered noon to 3:45am daily: blackjack, roulette, Casino War, Mississippi Stud, Three Card Poker and Ultimate Texas Hold’em. The casino notes that the line-up can change.
- Electronic table hours
- Available 24/7.
- Electronic tables
- Automated Big 6, Roulette/Sic Bo Twin Combo and Roulette Mini Star, plus dealer-dealt roulette and blackjack.
- Poker
- An 18-table room on Level 2, open noon to 3:45am daily.
- Sports wagers
- 15 kiosks, at LEV2L Sports Bar and by the Main Entrance on Level 3, 19+.
- US dollars
- Exchange them with any cage cashier or at a currency machine on the gaming floor.
- Guest Services
- Sunday to Thursday 10am to 11pm, Friday and Saturday 10am to 1am.
Is there a Casino Niagara hotel?
You can’t book a room at the casino itself, but several hotels connect to it or partner with it.
- Own hotel
- The casino’s site lists none. Its accommodation page lists partner hotels nearby.
- Connected hotels
- Sheraton Fallsview and Crowne Plaza.
- Direct indoor access
- The Brock Niagara Falls-Fallsview, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
- Partner hotels near Fallsview
- Hilton Niagara Falls/Fallsview Hotel & Suites and Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel.
- Level 1 entrance
- Open daily 11am to 3am, between the Crowne Plaza and Sheraton Fallsview entrances.
Casino Niagara restaurants
There are two places to eat, both 19+, and the casino’s dining list shows no buffet. For more choice, Fallsview’s restaurants are a 20-minute walk or a shuttle ride away.
| Name | What it is | Where | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEV2L Sports Bar | Pub fare; 275 seats and over 50 screens | Second casino level (19+) | Sun–Thu noon–11pm, Fri–Sat noon–midnight |
| Name | What it is | Where | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chill Bar | Sandwiches, snacks and drinks | Rotunda entrance, main casino level (19+) | Daily 9am–2am |
Casino Niagara concerts and shows
Niagara’s big concerts happen at the other casino, so plan on a trip to Fallsview’s two theatres. We cover seating and tickets for concerts at the OLG Stage on a page of their own.
- Concerts
- The casino’s site lists no stage of its own. Its theatre answers point to the OLG Stage and the Avalon Theatre at Fallsview Casino Resort.
- Getting to a show
- A show ticket from either Fallsview theatre gets you on the free shuttle.
- Games on screen
- LEV2L Sports Bar broadcasts sporting events on more than 50 HDTVs.
Casino Niagara parking
The garage is attached to the casino, but it isn’t free for everyone, and the casino publishes no price list.
- Capacity
- A covered garage with 1,500 spaces, entered from the casino’s main driveway.
- What it costs
- No price list is published. Rates fluctuate and are set when you leave, and the casino’s Guest Services can give details.
- Who pays
- Most visitors pay.
- Overnight
- Allowed, with the rate set at departure.
- EV charging
- Stations on the 4th floor of the garage, subject to availability. Rates apply.
Casino Niagara bus, shuttle and travel options
Casino Niagara is at 5705 Falls Avenue. Its travel pages list bus operators by region rather than a single route, so start with the one that serves your town.
- Drive times
- The casino gives 90 minutes from Toronto and 45 minutes from Buffalo.
- Casino buses
- Safeway serves Brampton, Markham, Mississauga, North York, Richmond Hill, Scarborough, Toronto, Pickering and Whitby. Casino Express serves London, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Brantford. Cherrey Bus Lines serves Goderich, Stratford and Kitchener. McCoy Bus Service serves Belleville, Kingston, Trenton and Napanee.
- Group desk
- Motor coach bookings: 1-888-266-7258, Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm.
- Shuttle to Fallsview
- Free, Friday to Sunday and on OLG Stage show days, 4pm to 12:45am, every 30 minutes, with no service from 8pm to 8:30pm. Show a Momentum card, a show ticket or a partner hotel key card. It leaves from out front of the building, off the Victoria St. entrance.
- By train
- The casino points visitors to GO Train service from Union Station to Niagara Falls. Its page describes weekend and holiday trains, so check GO’s current schedule.
- On foot
- About 20 minutes to Fallsview. For the falls, leave by the lower-level doors on Falls Avenue and cross to the railing; they’re on your right.
- Local rides
- Taxis, ride sharing, WEGO and city transit all run between the two casinos.
Age, ID and dress code at Casino Niagara
This is stricter than Fallsview on one point: children aren’t allowed anywhere on the property. Our guide covers what to know before you go to any Ontario casino.
- Age
- You must be 19 to enter, and that covers every dining option here.
- ID
- Anyone who looks under 30 gets checked. If you’re 21 or younger you need two pieces of ID. Only valid, government-issued photo ID counts. ID may be scanned and kept for up to seven days.
- Dress code
- Shirts and shoes must be worn, and nothing with an obscene, offensive, intimidating or threatening message.
- Smoking and vaping
- Not inside the building or on the gaming floor; use the designated outdoor areas. E-cigarettes only where smoking is permitted. Cannabis can’t be smoked or vaped anywhere on the property.
- Alcohol
- The drinking age is 19, you can’t bring your own, and anyone who appears intoxicated is refused entry.
- Photos and phones
- No photos or video on the gaming floor. Phones aren’t allowed at tables or slot machines, so step away to use yours.
- Bags
- Allowed but subject to inspection. Security may ask you to leave oversized items in your car or room.
- Face coverings
- Masks that conceal identity aren’t allowed in the casino unless approved in advance.
- Children
- Not permitted on the property, and that includes babies in arms and strollers.
- Pets
- Only certified service animals.
- Cameras on site
- Video surveillance throughout, and facial recognition to identify self-excluded visitors.
Accessibility
- Wheelchairs
- Available first come, first served through Security. You can’t reserve one in advance.
- Service animals
- Welcome in public areas unless another law excludes the animal.
- Support persons
- They can come in with you, subject to the usual age and entry rules.
Who runs Casino Niagara
Casino Niagara and Fallsview form OLG’s Niagara bundle under one operator, and the same loyalty card works at both. See who runs Ontario’s casinos.
- Opened
- December 9, 1996, beside Clifton Hill.
- Who runs it
- Operated by Mohegan and governed by OLG.
- Loyalty card
- Momentum is Mohegan’s loyalty card, open to anyone 19 or older. Sign up with government-issued photo ID at Casino Guest Services at either Niagara casino.
Near Casino Niagara
Fallsview Casino Resort is the only other casino in the city. Delta Bingo and Gaming Niagara Falls is on OLG’s list of charitable gaming centres, with a minimum age of 18, and the full list of Ontario casinos covers the rest of the province.
Casino Niagara questions
What are Casino Niagara’s hours?
The casino is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and on all holidays. Slots and electronic tables are always on, and live tables run noon to 3:45am daily.
Does Casino Niagara have a hotel?
Its site lists none of its own. The Sheraton Fallsview and Crowne Plaza connect to it, and The Brock Niagara Falls-Fallsview has direct indoor access.
Are there shows at Casino Niagara?
Not on a stage of its own, according to its site. Its theatre answers point to the OLG Stage and Avalon Theatre at Fallsview, and a show ticket gets you on the free shuttle.
Is there a buffet at Casino Niagara?
The dining list shows only LEV2L Sports Bar and Chill Bar.
How far is Casino Niagara from Fallsview?
About a 20-minute walk. The free shuttle runs Friday to Sunday and on OLG Stage show days.
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