River Cree Resort & Casino
Two hotels, two NHL-size rinks and a large floor on Enoch Cree Nation land.
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Overview
River Cree sits on Enoch Cree Nation land immediately west of Edmonton, and it is the most complete resort campus in Alberta. Two hotels — a Marriott and a Century Casino-branded property — sit alongside the gaming floor, a large event centre, and twin NHL-regulation ice rinks that host junior hockey and public skating.
The gaming floor runs to roughly 100,000 square feet with around 1,000 slot machines and 40 gaming tables. Alberta's table limits and charitable gaming model give the pit a slightly different rhythm from Ontario or BC, and the floor is noticeably calmer mid-week.
Where River Cree stands apart is what surrounds the casino. Between the rinks, the event centre and the conference space, a large share of guests are on site for something other than gaming — which makes the whole property feel more like a community hub than a gambling destination.
The casino floor
What is actually in the room, category by category. Counts are approximate and shift as machines are rotated — we last checked this property in July 2026.
Slots & slot machines
Around 1,000 modern slot machines including a high-limit room and a good progressive selection.
Table games
Roughly 40 gaming tables — blackjack, roulette, baccarat, craps and card games, run by professional dealers under AGLC rules.
Poker room
A dedicated poker room with regular cash games and a tournament schedule; one of the better rooms in the prairies.
Sportsbook
Sports wagering available on the floor with lounge screens.
Live casino
Live dealer pit backed by electronic table terminals.
High rollers & VIP
A high-limit gaming area with host service and VIP amenities for qualifying players.
Hotel & resort
Roughly 400 rooms across the two attached hotels. The Marriott side is the newer and better appointed of the two, with a good fitness centre and pool; the second property is more basic and cheaper. Both connect to the casino and event centre under cover, which is not a small thing in an Edmonton January.
On site
- approx. 400 rooms across two hotels
- Twin NHL-size ice rinks
- Event centre and conference space
- Pool and fitness centre
- Free parking
Dining
Where to eat without leaving the property. Descriptions are our own; nothing here is paid placement.
Sage
The signature dining room — steak-forward, the best meal on the property.
Tap 25 / sports lounge
Casual dining with screens beside the floor.
Buffet and quick counters
Standard casino-level options.
Entertainment
The event centre programmes concerts, MMA and community events, and the rinks pull a steady stream of hockey traffic. Show nights fill the hotels, so book early around any headline booking.
Practical information
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 East Lapotac Boulevard, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3 |
| Gaming age | 18+ (Alberta) |
| Casino hours | Open daily with long hours. |
| Dress code | Casual. |
| Parking | Free surface parking, extensive. |
| Getting there | About 20 minutes west of downtown Edmonton by car via Whitemud Drive. A car or rideshare is effectively required. |
Pros and cons
What works
- Most complete resort campus in Alberta
- Two hotels give a real price range
- Free parking and easy access from Edmonton
- Strong poker room by prairie standards
What does not
- You need a car
- Dining is solid rather than special
- Fewer table games than comparable eastern properties
Verdict
The default choice in northern Alberta and a genuinely good weekend base. Take the Marriott side, check the event calendar before you book, and expect a calmer floor than anything in Ontario.
