Proxy wagering, in which a person other than the account holder places a sports bet for a customer, is illegal in Colorado and most other states. Reno-based Monarch Casinos & Resorts agreed to pay a $400,000 fine to Colorado gaming regulators after executives from the company’s Black Hawk casino discovered and self-reported that three of its sportsbook employees were placing proxy bets on behalf of customers. If a colleague or associate emailed this newsletter to you, please click here to sign up and receive your own copy of Indy Gaming in your inbox. (Look out for a refreshing guava sorbet to hit the menu soon.)Īll the amenities mean Monarch did take at least one cue from Sin City: Once you check in, there’s no reason to leave.Good morning, and welcome to the Indy Gaming newsletter, a weekly look at gaming matters nationally and internationally and how the events tie back to Nevada.

Among chef Nile Lewis’ favorite dishes are the carne asada tacos, which are served on hand-pressed blue corn tortillas and topped with aged cheddar. But the Monarch also debuted an upscale steakhouse (where you can choose from more than 150 wines) and, in February, Bistro Mariposa, an attractive, dinner-only space serving modern Mexican-Latin American cuisine. There’s the quintessential casino buffet, of course, a coffeeshop, and a 24-hour global eatery. When you need to refuel, you now have your pick between five restaurants. Photo courtesy of Monarch Casino Resort Spa / Defy Them All (These amenities are generally only available to those who book spa treatments, but there are sometimes day passes available.) Tacos at Bistro Mariposa.

The top-story venue doubles down on relaxation with its wellness offerings: The Laconium Lounge is a warm place to unwind without the oppressive heat of a sauna the “experiential shower” in the co-ed lounge area can simulate tropical rain or even ice and the brine inhalation-light therapy lounge soothes your respiratory system in a calming space.

The rooftop pool (with adult-only hours in the morning and evening), outdoor hot tub, and fire pits invite lounging, but the real highlight is Spa Monarch. The 25 Best Neighborhoods in Denver in 2023.

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