City Directory — Washington
Casinos Near Tacoma, Washington
1 verified casino near Tacoma. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
1 verified casino near Tacoma. Browse the directory, check addresses, and compare players club options before you visit.
1 verified casino location within driving distance of Tacoma.
New players can join the tribal loyalty program at the players club desk to earn points on slots and table games, redeemable for free play, dining credits, and hotel stays. Sign up at the players club desk before your first session — points are not retroactive.
Emerald Queen Casino is a full-scale tribal resort owned and operated by the Puyallup Tribe of Indians, serving as the largest gaming destination in the Tacoma-Pierce County area. The property opened in its current east Tacoma location in 2020 with a purpose-built layout housing over 2,100 slot machines, more than 60 table games including blackjack, baccarat, craps, and roulette, plus a dedicated poker room. An attached 155-room hotel, six dining venues — including Pacific Prime Steak and Seafood and Chum's Seafood and Chowder — and a 250-seat sports bar round out the resort. The casino is open 24 hours and is accessible from I-5 via Exit 135.
Tacoma is Washington’s third-largest city, located on Puget Sound about 30 miles south of Seattle along Interstate 5. It is home to Emerald Queen Casino, the flagship gaming property of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians and the largest casino resort in the Tacoma-Pierce County area. For visitors coming from south of the city, Muckleshoot Casino Resort in Auburn is approximately 25 miles northeast and serves as a secondary option within reasonable driving range.
The casino is located in east Tacoma, accessible from I-5 via Exit 135 (Portland Avenue). From downtown Tacoma, the drive takes approximately 10-15 minutes depending on traffic. From Tacoma’s Union Station or the Tacoma Dome, the distance is roughly 3 miles east. Pierce Transit serves areas near the casino, though most visitors arrive by car. Ample free parking is available in the casino’s dedicated parking structure.
From Seattle (30 miles north), take I-5 South to Exit 135 and follow Portland Avenue east, then turn south on E R Street. The total drive from Seattle is typically 35-50 minutes depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during peak commute hours.
Muckleshoot Casino Resort in Auburn is approximately 25 miles northeast of Tacoma via State Route 167 and Auburn Way South. It is one of the largest gaming floors in Washington with over 3,000 slot machines, a hotel, and full resort amenities — a viable option for visitors who want to compare properties during an extended stay in the area.
Tacoma also has card rooms operating under Washington’s licensed cardroom regulations. These are not tribal casinos but can be found scattered through the city’s commercial corridors, offering poker and other card games in a more intimate setting. The Puyallup Tribe’s Emerald Queen Casino remains the primary destination for casino-style gaming in the immediate Tacoma area.
Emerald Queen Casino is well-suited for both casual visits and overnight stays. The property’s 2020 opening meant it launched with modern infrastructure, newer slot machines, and a purpose-built hotel-casino layout. The sports bar is popular on game days and weekends. Table game minimums vary by day and time of week — weekends typically see higher minimums, while weekday mornings offer lower-stakes entry points. The minimum gambling age is 18 at Emerald Queen Casino.
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Most casino properties near Tacoma 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 Washington 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.