Reno is a gambling city that represents Nevada alongside Las Vegas, but the atmosphere is a bit different.

While Vegas is a glamorous and dazzling 'city of lights', Reno has a more quaint and human touch.

First of all, the game table limits are not as high as in Vegas.... Reno has 23 licensed large and small casinos operating.

In the downtown area alone, famous large casinos are densely packed, and if you go a little further out, there are resort-style casino hotels. Among them, the most well-known are Peppermill Resort Spa Casino, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, and Silver Legacy Resort Casino.

These three are so overwhelming in scale and facilities that they are called Reno's 'three major casino resorts'. First, Peppermill Resort boasts the most luxurious atmosphere in Reno. It features Roman-style decor, colorful neon lights, and a massive gaming space of over 80,000 square feet. There are more than 1,500 slot machines, and dozens of table games like blackjack, poker, and roulette. With a large spa, indoor pool, and various restaurants, it is a perfect resort-style casino where you can play, eat, and relax all day long.

The second most famous place is Atlantis Resort Spa Casino. This place has a slightly more modern and sophisticated feel than Peppermill. Inside, there is a restaurant themed around a large aquarium, and the hotel rooms are clean and luxurious. Especially, the spa facilities are among the best in the Reno area, attracting many people who prefer relaxation and luxury travel over gambling.

Finally, Silver Legacy Resort is like a symbol of Reno. It is located right in the downtown area, and next to it are Eldorado Resort and Circus Circus Reno, allowing free movement between the three. Combined, the three hotels are almost at the level of a mini 'Las Vegas Strip'. Inside the connected corridors, there are not only casinos but also shopping malls, food courts, and performance venues, so you can spend the whole day without going outside.

Reno's casinos offer a variety of 'show culture' as well, not just gaming. At Peppermill, live jazz performances and DJ parties are held every weekend, while Silver Legacy regularly hosts comedy shows, magic shows, and mini concerts by famous singers. Although it is not as glamorous as Vegas, that is precisely what makes Reno attractive.

It is a kind of 'humble glamour' where you can see things up close and enjoy laughter together. Another interesting point is that Reno's casinos are well-equipped for family visitors. Circus Circus Reno is a resort themed around a circus, where indoor circus performances that can be enjoyed with children are held daily.

Parents can play games in the casino while the kids watch the circus next door, making it very popular among family travelers. Most hotel rooms are also separated from the casino floor, allowing for a quiet rest. The price range is also relatively cheaper than Vegas, making it a good value for money. Reno's casinos can be seen as symbolic spaces that showcase the culture and history of the city, not just places to enjoy gambling.

Since Nevada legalized gambling in 1931, Reno was the first city in the western United States where the casino industry flourished. That history still remains, and you can feel the heyday of Reno in the 1940s and 50s from the old signs and murals scattered around.

At night, the neon arch that says 'RENO' lights up, and the lights of the casinos sparkle throughout the streets. However, even amidst that glamour, you can feel the unique leisure of Reno. It is a perfect place to quietly enjoy games or sip a cocktail while listening to music without being overwhelmed by crowds like in Vegas.

When you add the desert night air enjoyed while looking at the Sierra Nevada mountains, Reno's nights are glamorous yet strangely warm. Of course, that is if you haven't lost too much after playing games, haha.