Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
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Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is a major entertainment and lodging destination in Camp Verde, Arizona, conveniently located along Interstate 17 between Phoenix and Flagstaff. Owned by the Yavapai-Apache Nation, the property combines casino gaming with hotel accommodations, restaurants, live entertainment, a 20-lane bowling center, arcade and family recreation. Its central Verde Valley location also makes it convenient for visitors exploring Sedona, Cottonwood, Jerome, Montezuma Castle and other Central Arizona attractions.
Casino And Entertainment
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is open 24 hours a day and features more than 650 slot machines along with table games. The casino floor and primary venues are non-smoking, with a designated smoking room available. Table-game schedules vary by day, so visitors interested in specific games should check current hours before arriving.
Entertainment extends beyond the casino floor. The property includes live entertainment venues, a 20-lane bowling center and Orbits Arcade, giving families and non-gaming visitors additional things to do during their stay.
Cliff Castle Hotel And Lodge
Cliff Castle offers two lodging options. The Hotel Tower has 122 rooms and suites with direct access to the casino, along with an indoor pool and spa, fitness center, business center and parking garage. Room options include king, double-queen and suite accommodations.
The Lodge is the property's original 80-room hotel and offers a more casual lodging option with an outdoor pool and shuttle access to the casino. Unlike the Hotel Tower, the Lodge also offers pet-friendly accommodations. Lodge guests currently check in at the Hotel Tower front desk.
Dining At Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Dining options at Cliff Castle range from casual meals and quick bites to fine dining. Mountain Springs serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with changing daily specials, while Storytellers offers a more upscale steakhouse experience featuring steaks, seafood and an extensive wine selection. Restaurant schedules and menus can change, so visitors should check current hours before planning a meal.
Family Entertainment
Cliff Castle offers several attractions for families and visitors who are not interested in casino gaming. Shake, Rattle & Bowl is a 20-lane bowling center that also hosts leagues, tournaments and Cosmic Bowling events. Orbits Arcade features more than 30 video and arcade games along with pinball and prize machines.
Things To Do Near Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Cliff Castle's Camp Verde location makes it a convenient base for exploring the Verde Valley and Central Arizona. Nearby destinations include Montezuma Castle National Monument, Montezuma Well, Sedona, Cottonwood, Jerome and the Verde Valley wine region. Flagstaff and additional Northern Arizona attractions are also within driving distance.
Sedona & Oak Creek Canyon
Cottonwood Arizona
Jerome Arizona
Montezuma Castle
Flagstaff Arizona
Directions To Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is located at 555 Middle Verde Road in Camp Verde, Arizona. From Phoenix, take Interstate 17 north to Exit 289 and turn right toward Middle Verde Road. From Flagstaff, travel south on Interstate 17 to Exit 289 and turn left. Follow Middle Verde Road to the casino and hotel complex.
Local Shuttle Service
Cliff Castle currently offers local shuttle service for qualifying groups. Groups of 10 to 20 people may arrange complimentary round-trip transportation with advance reservations. Shuttle availability and service areas can change, so contact Cliff Castle directly for current details.
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel Information
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel
555 Middle Verde Road
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
1-800-381-7568
Official Cliff Castle Casino Hotel Website
Yavapai-Apache Nation
Map To Cliff Castle
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel FAQ
Where is Cliff Castle Casino Hotel?
Cliff Castle Casino Hotel is located at 555 Middle Verde Road in Camp Verde, Arizona, near Interstate 17.
Is Cliff Castle Casino open 24 hours?
Yes. The casino is currently open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, although individual restaurants, table games and entertainment venues operate on separate schedules.
Does Cliff Castle have a hotel?
Yes. The property includes a 122-room Hotel Tower as well as an 80-room Lodge.
Does Cliff Castle have restaurants?
Yes. Dining options include casual restaurants and Storytellers steakhouse. Restaurant hours and menus vary.
Does Cliff Castle have bowling?
Yes. Shake, Rattle & Bowl is a 20-lane bowling center offering regular bowling, leagues, tournaments and special events.
Does Cliff Castle have activities for children?
Yes. Family recreation includes the bowling center and Orbits Arcade, which features more than 30 arcade and video games.
Are pets allowed at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel?
Pets are not permitted in the Hotel Tower, but the Lodge offers pet-friendly accommodations.
How do you get to Cliff Castle from Interstate 17?
Take Interstate 17 to Exit 289 at Camp Verde and follow Middle Verde Road to Cliff Castle Casino Hotel.
