City Directory — Illinois
Casinos Near Joliet, Illinois
2 verified casinos near Joliet. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
2 verified casinos near Joliet. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
2 verified casino locations within driving distance of Joliet.
Harrah's Joliet is a full Caesars Rewards property — tier credits and reward credits earned here count across more than 50 Caesars properties nationwide, including Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
Harrah's Joliet is a full-service commercial casino and hotel operated by Caesars Entertainment, located in the heart of downtown Joliet at 151 N Joliet Street. The casino floor spans approximately 39,000 square feet and features over 800 slot machines alongside table games including blackjack, craps, roulette, and baccarat. The property includes a 200-room hotel, multiple dining venues, and is one of the most transit-accessible casino destinations in the Chicago metro area.
Hollywood Casino Joliet participates in Penn Entertainment's mychoice rewards program, offering free play, dining discounts, and VIP Lounge access for higher-tier members. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
Hollywood Casino Joliet is a Penn Entertainment commercial casino located at 1401 Gateway Blvd along the Des Plaines River, west of downtown Joliet. The property features a full gaming floor with slots, table games, and a sportsbook, along with a 100-room hotel and an 80-spot RV resort — an unusual amenity for a Midwest commercial casino that makes it popular with motorhome travelers. Casual dining, live entertainment events, and the mychoice rewards program round out the guest experience.
Joliet is Illinois’ third-largest city and one of the state’s most significant casino markets. Located approximately 30 miles southwest of downtown Chicago along the Des Plaines River and the I-80 corridor, Joliet became a cornerstone of Illinois riverboat gaming when the state launched its commercial casino program in the early 1990s. Two full-service casino properties currently operate in Joliet: Harrah’s Joliet, operated by Caesars Entertainment, and Hollywood Casino Joliet, operated by Penn Entertainment. Together they give the city a combined gaming footprint that draws visitors from across the Chicago metropolitan area, the I-55 corridor, and adjacent states.
Joliet was among the first cities in Illinois to receive riverboat gaming licenses after the Illinois Riverboat Gambling Act passed in 1990. At its peak, the Joliet market operated three riverboat casinos, making it one of the densest gaming clusters in the Midwest outside of Las Vegas. Consolidation reduced the market to two properties, and subsequent state law changes allowed both to transition from floating vessels to permanent land-based structures. Both Harrah’s and Hollywood have invested in improving and expanding their Joliet facilities over the years, and the city continues to function as a major regional gaming destination.
Joliet is easily accessible by car from across the Chicago metropolitan area. From downtown Chicago, take I-55 South approximately 30 miles to the Joliet area exits — Harrah’s is accessible from US-52 into downtown Joliet, while Hollywood Casino follows IL-53 South toward Gateway Boulevard. Total drive time from Chicago runs 35 to 50 minutes depending on traffic.
Metra’s Rock Island District commuter rail line terminates at Joliet Union Station, a short distance from Harrah’s downtown location. This makes Harrah’s Joliet one of the more transit-accessible casino properties in the greater Chicago market. Hollywood Casino Joliet is more car-dependent, situated on the western edge of the city near the Des Plaines River.
Both properties offer free self-parking. Harrah’s provides valet service at the main downtown entrance. Rideshare service is available in Joliet and covers both properties.
Joliet is a full-service city with extensive hotel, dining, and entertainment options beyond the casinos. The Joliet Slammers play at DuPage Medical Group Field in downtown Joliet, a few blocks from Harrah’s. Chicagoland Speedway, one of the premier NASCAR venues in the Midwest, is located in nearby Joliet Township and draws major crowds several times per year. The Rialto Square Theatre, a restored 1926 venue on Jefferson Street, hosts touring shows and performances throughout the year. The Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail passes through the area for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Most casino properties near Joliet offer a free loyalty club. Sign up at the players club desk before you play — points are not retroactive. Benefits typically include free-play credits, dining discounts, and hotel rates at casino resort properties.
The minimum gambling age in Illinois is 21 at most properties. Set a budget before you arrive and stick to it. If you experience problems with gambling, call 1-800-270-7117 — free, confidential, 24/7.