City Directory — Ohio
Casinos Near Cleveland, Ohio
3 verified casinos near Cleveland. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
3 verified casinos near Cleveland. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
3 verified casino locations within driving distance of Cleveland.
New players at JACK Cleveland earn points on both slots and table games through the JACK Rewards program, redeemable for free play, dining credits, and more. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
JACK Cleveland Casino is a large-scale commercial casino anchoring downtown Cleveland at 100 Public Square inside the historic 1931 Beaux-Arts Higbee Building at Tower City Center. The gaming floor spans multiple levels with more than 1,700 slot machines, roughly 100 live table games including blackjack, craps, roulette, and baccarat, and a dedicated poker room with cash games and tournaments. Dining ranges from casual grab-and-go to upscale options, with additional restaurants and retail in the connected Tower City mall. The RTA Red Line stops at the adjacent Tower City-Public Square station, making this one of Ohio's most transit-accessible casinos.
JACK Thistledown participates in the JACK Rewards program, allowing members to earn points on slot play redeemable for free play and dining credits across JACK Entertainment properties. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
JACK Thistledown Racino is a mid-to-large commercial racino located in North Randall, approximately 10 miles southeast of downtown Cleveland off I-480. Operating at the historic Thistledown thoroughbred racing track, the facility combines a video lottery terminal floor of more than 1,500 slot machines with live thoroughbred racing in season and year-round simulcast wagering. Ohio's VLT racino licensing does not permit live table games here, so the experience is slots and racing focused. The Silks Lounge and Restaurant overlooks the oval and offers a full menu. Free surface parking is plentiful and easily accessible from the Miles Road exit.
MGM Northfield Park participates in MGM Rewards, one of the country's broadest casino loyalty programs — points earned here count toward tier status valid at Bellagio, MGM Grand Las Vegas, and all MGM properties nationwide. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
MGM Northfield Park is one of Ohio's larger racino properties, situated in Northfield about 20 miles south of Cleveland near the I-271 and OH-82 interchange. Under a special licensing arrangement, it offers both over 2,300 VLT machines and live table games — including blackjack, craps, and roulette — which is uncommon among Ohio racinos. Live harness racing runs on-site, with simulcast wagering year-round. The property includes MGM Fenway Music Hall, a concert venue booking national touring acts, plus multiple dining options from a casual sports bar to a steakhouse. Free on-site parking is available throughout the grounds.
Cleveland occupies a unique position in the Ohio casino landscape. The city is home to one of the state’s four original commercial casinos, JACK Cleveland, right in the heart of downtown, and sits within easy reach of two additional racino properties — JACK Thistledown in the suburb of North Randall and MGM Northfield Park in Northfield. Together, these three facilities give Cleveland-area residents and visitors more gaming variety within a 30-mile radius than any other market in the state.
Ohio legalized commercial casino gambling in 2009 through a constitutional amendment, authorizing four full-service casinos in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Toledo. All four opened between 2012 and 2013. In addition to these four commercial casinos, Ohio’s racing commission licensed video lottery terminals (VLTs) at seven horse racing facilities statewide, creating a parallel network of “racino” properties. Cleveland-area visitors benefit directly from this setup, with one downtown commercial casino and two nearby racinos all within practical driving distance.
JACK Cleveland and JACK Thistledown both participate in the JACK Rewards program. Members earn points on slot play and table games, redeemable for free play, dining credits, and hotel stays. The program tiers up as play volume increases, with higher tiers unlocking priority service, exclusive promotions, and invitations to members-only events. Enrollment is free at any JACK Rewards desk or through the JACK Entertainment mobile app.
MGM Northfield Park participates in MGM Rewards, one of the broadest casino loyalty programs in the country. Points earned in Northfield count toward tier status that applies across all MGM-branded properties nationally, including MGM Grand Las Vegas, Bellagio, and MGM Grand Detroit. This makes MGM Northfield particularly valuable for frequent travelers who already hold MGM status.
JACK Cleveland is in the center of downtown at Public Square, easily accessible via I-90, I-77, or I-71. Hopkins International Airport is about 15 minutes away via the RTA Red Line or by car via I-71. Paid garage parking connects directly to the casino through Tower City Center.
JACK Thistledown sits just off I-480 at the Miles Road exit in North Randall. MGM Northfield Park is south of the city near the I-271 and OH-82 interchange in Northfield — roughly a 25-minute drive from downtown in moderate traffic.
Downtown Cleveland offers a dense concentration of dining, entertainment, and lodging within walking distance of JACK Cleveland. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center, FirstEnergy Stadium (Cleveland Browns), and Progressive Field (Cleveland Guardians) are all within a mile of the casino. The East 4th Street dining district and the neighborhood around Ohio City and Tremont offer independent restaurants, bars, and cafes for visitors who want to explore beyond the casino floor.
For guests staying overnight, major hotel brands are clustered downtown, including properties directly connected to the Tower City complex. JACK Cleveland itself does not operate a hotel, making the surrounding downtown hotel market the primary option for gaming visitors who want overnight accommodations.
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Most casino properties near Cleveland 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 Ohio 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.