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Chumash Casino Resort TLhe Ultimate Getaway Destination
ooking for the ultimate Southern California getaway? Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country, the Chumash Casino Resort is a 190,000-square- foot complex featuring an 18-and-older, 24-hour gaming oor, live
entertainment, award-winning ne dining and legendary hospitality alongside a AAA Four Diamond-rated hotel and spa.
Located on Highway 246 in Santa Ynez, the resort is owned and operated by the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, which is the only federally recognized Chumash tribe in the nation. It also owns Hotel Corque, Hadsten House Inn and Root 246 restaurant, all located in nearby Solvang.
Thrilling Casino Giveaways
e gaming oor includes 2,000 slot machines, dozens of table games, bingo, poker, daily cash and prize giveaways, andaweeklycargiveawaythatplacesluckyClubChumash members behind the wheel of the latest luxury automobiles.
e Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians opened the Chumash Casino in 1994 in a small stucco building, and added two temporary buildings in the following years. In 2002, the Tribe decided to consolidate the buildings and transform the property into one impressive complex. Two years later, the Chumash Casino Resort was unveiled, and it quickly became the hottest destination for gaming and entertainment on the Central Coast.
With sustainability in mind, the Chumash Casino Resort works closely with the Tribe’s environmental o ce to implement a biofuel program, maximize e cient energy and water use, reduce waste and improve the appearance of the grounds through sustainable landscaping.
Delectable Dining Options
eChumashCasinoResorto ersqualitycomfortfoodin an old-fashioned diner setting at the Chumash Café, located on the gaming oor. For an unparalleled all-you-can-eat experience, the Creekside Buffet features generous slices of tri-tip, a wide array of side dishes, numerous salad options, and dessert selections that will satisfy any sweet tooth. e bu et, on the third oor, also o ers cleverly themed nights that center around speci c cuisine on Mondays, ursdays, Fridays, and most holidays.
For an exquisite ne-dining experience, visit The Willows, a AAA Four Diamond-rated restaurant and lounge on the resort’s third oor. e Willows specializes in mouthwatering prime steaks and seafood, while also featuring an extensive selection of local and imported wines.
Headlining Entertainment
e 1,400-seat, state-of-the-art Samala Showroom
o ers an intimate setting, and showcases some of the best entertainment in Southern California. e venue has hosted acts ranging from the hottest up-and-coming musicians to the legends of their genre. Some of the top entertainers to grace the Chumash Casino Resort have included Fleetwood Mac, Santana, Taylor Swift, Sheryl Crow, Styx, Tony Bennett, Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, and legendary blues guitarist B.B. King.
In 2013, the Samala Showroom has already featured top acts such as Florida Georgia Line, Huey Lewis & The News, Johnny Mathis, Morris Day & The Time, MC Hammer, and The Beach Boys. e year will continue with great concerts from Ted Nugent in July, Kathleen Madigan in August, Boz Scaggs in September, Lisa Lampanelli in October, and two special performances by the Moscow Ballet in November and December.
AAA Four Diamond Hotel and Full-Service Spa
e AAA Four Diamond-rated Chumash Casino Resort Hotel contains 106 newly renovated guest rooms and 17 luxury suites, free wi- access, and the largest full-service
spa in Santa Ynez Valley.
Every year since it opened in 2004, the Chumash Casino
Resort Hotel has earned Four Diamond ratings from AAA for its superior amenities and unparalleled guest service. Its sister property, Hotel Corque in Solvang, has also garnered the Four Diamond distinction while operating under the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians.
During your stay, relax, re ect and rejuvenate at the largest full-service spa in the Santa Ynez Valley. It’s open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and o ers facials, massages, nail services and special packages. It’s also the only spa in the area to o er the Oxygen Infusion Treatment. is 80-minute facial, developed by Intraceuticals, is a revolutionary skincare therapy that infuses moisture and powerful anti- aging ingredients into the skin.
For more details on any of the entertainment or services o ered at the Chumash Casino Resort, call 800-chumash (800-248-6274) or go online to chumashcasino.com.
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