Casinos Near Dover, Delaware

Dover is Delaware’s state capital and sits at the geographic heart of the state along the U.S. Route 13 corridor. It is home to Delaware’s largest and most comprehensive gaming resort: Bally’s Dover Casino Resort. Known for decades as Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, the property was rebranded in November 2021 after Dover Downs Gaming & Entertainment completed a merger with Bally’s Corporation (formerly Twin River Worldwide Holdings). Under its new flag the resort has continued to operate as the centerpiece of gaming in central Delaware, offering a full-scale hotel, multiple dining outlets, and one of the most complete casino floors in the mid-Atlantic region.

Bally Rewards Loyalty Program

Bally’s Delaware properties participate in the national Bally Rewards loyalty program. Members earn Reward Credits on slot play, table games, hotel stays, dining, and entertainment purchases at any Bally’s-affiliated property across the country. Credits are redeemable for free play, hotel nights, dining, and event tickets. Tier levels — from entry-level Gold up through the highest elite tiers — unlock escalating benefits including priority service, dedicated host access, exclusive event invitations, and complimentary room offers. Enrollment is free at the Rewards desk on the casino floor or via the Bally’s mobile app.

Dining and Entertainment

Five restaurants and five bars and lounges are distributed throughout the resort. Dining options range from casual fare to full-service sit-down restaurants, with Just Breakfast serving as the property’s signature morning concept. The resort’s entertainment calendar features nationally touring acts, comedy nights, and seasonal events held in the on-site theater and event spaces. The proximity to Dover International Speedway makes the hotel a popular base for NASCAR race weekends, when rooms fill quickly — advance reservations are strongly recommended around race dates.

Getting There and Parking

Bally’s Dover sits directly on U.S. Route 13 North (N DuPont Hwy), a primary north-south artery through central Delaware. From Wilmington, take Route 1 South or U.S. 13 South for approximately 45 miles — the drive takes about 50 minutes under normal conditions. From Philadelphia, Route 1 South through Wilmington and into Dover covers roughly 85 miles. The resort offers free self-parking in expansive surface lots and a parking structure adjacent to the casino entrance. Valet service is available at the main hotel entrance. DART First State bus routes serve the Route 13 corridor, with stops near the resort.

Nearby Amenities

Dover’s downtown historic district is a short drive south of the resort and features the Delaware State House (the oldest state capitol building still in legislative use in the United States), the Biggs Museum of American Art, and the First State Heritage Park. The Dover Air Force Base, home to the Air Mobility Command Museum, lies a few miles to the southeast. Shopping options on Route 13 include Dover Mall and numerous national retail chains. Several moderately priced hotels line the corridor north of Dover, but the on-property hotel at Bally’s is widely regarded as the most convenient accommodation for casino visitors. Harrington Raceway & Casino is located about 20 miles to the south on Route 13, making a day-trip to both properties straightforward for visitors to central Delaware.