Maverick Hotel & Casino Elko is a regional casino hotel at 2065 Idaho Street in Elko, Nevada, conveniently reached from Interstate 80. Its main appeal is having a room, slots, table games, a sportsbook, and dining in one property. I see it as a practical overnight stop rather than a destination megaresort. The main limitation is timing: the pool is seasonal, and the steakhouse’s advertised schedule favors Thursday-through-Saturday visitors.
Maverick Elko at a glance
| Address | 2065 Idaho Street, Elko, NV 89801 |
|---|---|
| Property style | Regional casino hotel |
| Minimum gambling age | 21 |
| Gaming floor | More than 17,000 square feet, as advertised |
| Table games | Blackjack, Three Card Poker, and roulette |
| Machine gaming | Slots and video poker |
| Poker room | No |
| Retail sportsbook | Yes |
| Hotel | 222 rooms and suites, as advertised |
| Dining | Aspens Steakhouse, Coffee Garden, and Starbucks |
| Pool | Seasonal |
| Property phone | (775) 738-2111 |
| Official website | Maverick Hotel & Casino Elko |
| Information date | October 13, 2026 |
What kind of casino is Maverick Elko?
Maverick combines a substantial hotel inventory with a casino offering more than machines alone. Its appeal is convenience: dinner, gambling, and a bed in one property can be more useful on a highway trip than a long amenity list.
My preference for an overnight stop is convenience over spectacle. Maverick makes the most sense when you want several ways to spend the evening without organizing another outing.
Ownership-transition news: On October 8, 2026, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported that Maverick Gaming co-founder Eric Persson was working to reacquire Maverick Casino Hotel and Gold Country Inn and Casino to keep them open following closure warnings. That was a transaction in progress, not a completed sale. Travelers planning a stay during the transition should confirm their reservations and intended services directly with the property.
For alternatives around the state, see our guide to Nevada casinos.
Casino floor and gaming
The property advertises more than 17,000 square feet of gaming, with slots, live table games, and a sportsbook. The floor-size figure is an advertised lower bound, not an exact measurement.
This is a broader gambling stop than a slots-only venue, but a listed table game does not establish when it will be staffed. If a particular game is the reason for your visit, ask about its schedule.
Slots and video poker
Slots are part of the advertised mix, and the Casino Bar description identifies progressive poker machines. Those machines are video poker, not a live poker room.
I would pay more attention to the total wager and video poker pay table than to a machine’s denomination or jackpot display. A penny slot need not mean a penny bet, and video poker games with the same name can offer different payouts. There is no basis here for calling Maverick’s machines unusually loose or tight.
Table games
The explicitly named games are blackjack, Three Card Poker, and roulette. Confirm operating tables and current minimums before budgeting for a session.
At blackjack, I would check the payout and posted rules before taking a seat. The lowest minimum is not automatically the best value. Keep your gambling budget separate from money reserved for the room, meals, and drive home.
Poker room
Maverick Elko has no dedicated player-versus-player poker room. Three Card Poker is played against the house, while video poker is machine gaming. Neither is a cash game against other players.
Sportsbook
Maverick has an on-property sportsbook. Confirm counter hours and available wagering services before traveling specifically to place a bet.
The Sports Bar is a separate consideration. Televisions and drinks provide a place to follow a game, but they do not establish sportsbook hours or services. I would settle the betting arrangements first, then decide where to watch.
Hotel: rooms, comfort, and booking value
Maverick advertises 222 deluxe rooms and luxury suites. Staying on-site is most useful when you want dinner and an evening at the casino without driving afterward, or when Elko is an overnight break along Interstate 80.
I would choose by bed configuration, usable space, and cancellation terms rather than the word “deluxe.” If quiet matters, request a room away from entertainment areas and ask about adjoining doors and elevator proximity.
KAYAK’s automated guest-review summary describes mixed experiences: praise for cleanliness, comfortable beds, and friendly staff, alongside some reports of dated rooms, maintenance problems, and long walks to accommodations. These are subjective reports summarized by the booking site, not a guarantee about your room. Comfort is the draw; room condition and walking distance are worth asking about before booking.
Compare the final booking total, not just the headline rate. Obtain a dated quote showing taxes and any mandatory charges, and confirm pet costs, check-in arrangements, and cancellation deadlines when relevant. A refundable booking may be worth more to a flexible road-trip itinerary than a slightly cheaper restrictive rate.
Restaurants and bars
The official dining page distinguishes three useful options: Coffee Garden for everyday sit-down meals, Aspens for a limited-schedule steakhouse dinner, and Starbucks for round-the-clock coffee and light fare.
- Aspens Steakhouse: Steakhouse dishes and seafood, with advertised dinner hours Thursday through Saturday, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Reserve ahead if dinner here is central to your stay.
- Coffee Garden: Casual breakfast, lunch, and dinner, advertised daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Seating includes booths, group tables, and a counter for solo diners.
- Starbucks: Advertised as open 24/7, with coffee, sandwiches, pastries, and muffins. Think light fare rather than a full steakhouse meal.
- Sports Bar and Casino Bar: Drinks and sports viewing, with video poker identified at the Casino Bar.
Coffee Garden also advertises an every-other-Sunday buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Its posted examples are August dates, so confirm your actual Sunday rather than assuming the buffet will be running.
Dining comparison: arrival time matters
For my money, availability matters more than the number of restaurant names. Coffee Garden’s published hours provide a 15-hour daily dining window; Aspens provides a six-hour dinner window on its operating days. These calculations describe scheduled availability, not service speed or food quality.
Gamboool original analysis
We assembled the comparison below from published information and our calculations. These are selected examples, rather than measured gambling sessions or a representative survey.
| Detail | Published information |
|---|---|
| Maverick Hotel & Casino Elko: Published gaming mix and floor size | The official website advertises more than 17,000 square feet of gaming, with slots, blackjack, Three Card Poker, roulette, and a sportsbook. |
| Maverick Hotel & Casino Elko: Published lodging inventory | The property advertises 222 deluxe rooms and luxury suites, plus pool and fitness facilities. |
| Aspens Steakhouse: Operating days and dinner hours | Posted dinner service is Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; hours are subject to change. |
| Aspens Steakhouse: Dining style and private gathering option | Aspens offers steakhouse dishes and seafood, with a private room available for gatherings. |
| Coffee Garden: Daily availability compared with Aspens | Coffee Garden posts daily service from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., providing a broader weekly meal schedule than Aspens. |
| Coffee Garden buffet: Published buffet schedule and date limitation | The official dining page advertises an every-other-Sunday buffet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., but its specific examples are August dates; confirm the intended travel date. |
| Coffee Garden: Seating choices for different party sizes | The restaurant advertises booths for couples, tables for groups, and counter seating for solo diners. |
| Maverick Elko Starbucks: Overnight availability compared with sit-down dining | The on-property Starbucks advertises 24/7 hours, unlike the limited schedules posted for Coffee Garden and Aspens. |
| Maverick Elko Sports Bar: Sports-viewing facilities | The bar advertises large flat-screen televisions, charging ports, draft beers, and beer pitchers; these are viewing amenities, separate from sportsbook wagering. |
| Maverick Elko live entertainment: Published recurring entertainment pattern | The dining page advertises bands and DJs Thursday through Saturday, with bands usually on Friday and Saturday; visitors should check the monthly calendar. |
| Maverick Hotel & Casino Elko: Pool seasonality and hotel amenities | Travel Nevada identifies a seasonal pool, fitness center, gift shop, and business services, making the pool a seasonal rather than year-round booking consideration. |
| JR’s Bar & Grill: Location relationship to Maverick | Maverick’s attractions page associates JR’s with Gold Country Inn & Casino; confirm its location rather than treating the dining-page listing as proof that it is inside Maverick. |
| Calculation | Result | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Garden daily dining window | 15 hours per day | Coffee Garden covers breakfast through dinner, but its posted schedule does not provide overnight dining. |
| Aspens dinner window on an operating day | 6 hours per operating day | Plan a steakhouse visit around its limited dinner schedule rather than assuming it follows Coffee Garden’s daily availability. |
| Illustrative late arrival relative to Coffee Garden closing | 1 hours after restaurant closing | For this late-arrival example, plan dinner elsewhere or confirm the advertised overnight Starbucks light-fare options before relying on them. |
Research references: maverickelko.com 1, maverickelko.com 2, travelnevada.com, maverickelko.com 4.
Method: Published inputs collected 2026-10-13. Illustrative assumptions are labeled, and the full calculation inputs remain in the saved research record. These examples support planning; they do not predict a particular session.
For an illustrative 11 p.m. arrival, you would be one hour past Coffee Garden’s posted closing time. Starbucks’ advertised overnight light fare may help, but confirm availability or eat before reaching the hotel. A Sunday-through-Wednesday stay should not be planned around an Aspens dinner under the posted schedule.
JR’s is excluded from this on-property list because the property’s attractions page associates it with Gold Country Inn & Casino.
Entertainment and amenities
Advertised amenities include a fitness center, seasonal pool, gift shop, and business services. The pool is a warm-weather bonus, not a year-round reason to book. Ask about opening dates and hours if swimming matters to your stay.
The dining page advertises bands and DJs Thursday through Saturday, with bands usually Friday and Saturday. Check the monthly calendar for specific performances. The overlap with Aspens’ schedule makes those nights the more promising choice for dinner and entertainment, although individual events and hours can change.
Directions and practical visit information
Use 2065 Idaho Street, Elko, NV 89801 for navigation. Travel Nevada describes the property as conveniently located off Interstate 80. Check road conditions before crossing northeastern Nevada, especially in winter.
- Parking: Ask about current arrangements for oversized vehicles, trailers, and overnight RV parking if applicable.
- Airport transportation: Arrange transportation directly rather than assuming a complimentary shuttle is available.
- Smoking: Ask separately about the casino floor, shared spaces, and your room’s designation. A nonsmoking room does not answer all three questions.
- Accessibility: Request the specific room and route features you need.
- Families: Guests under 21 cannot gamble. Ask about appropriate routes between accommodations, dining, and amenities.
Rewards and promotions
Before playing, ask which current rewards program and promotions apply. Check qualifying games, earning requirements, redemption deadlines, and restrictions before assigning value to an offer.
My usual advice applies: take rewards for gambling you already intended to do. Do not expand the budget just to chase a comp.
Who Maverick Elko is best for
Maverick’s best fit is an adult visitor who wants lodging, varied gambling, and meals in one property. It works as an Elko overnight base or an Interstate 80 stop. Compared with a basic roadside hotel, the casino, sportsbook, and dining offer more ways to spend the evening without another outing.
The limitations are timing and scale. Aspens is not advertised as a nightly option, the pool is seasonal, and entertainment depends on the calendar. If your priority is a year-round pool, nightly steakhouse dining, or an extensive non-gambling resort itinerary, I would compare alternatives.
Frequently asked questions
Does Maverick Elko have a sportsbook?
Yes. Maverick advertises an on-property sportsbook. Confirm its hours and wagering services before traveling specifically to bet.
Does Maverick Elko have a poker room?
No. There is no dedicated player-versus-player poker room. Three Card Poker and video poker are different forms of gambling.
What is the minimum gambling age?
You must be at least 21 to gamble. Bring valid government-issued identification.
Does Maverick have a hotel and pool?
Yes. It advertises 222 rooms and suites, and the pool is seasonal. Confirm pool availability for your dates.
Does Maverick Elko have a buffet?
Coffee Garden advertises an every-other-Sunday buffet, not a daily buffet. Confirm the specific date before making plans around it.
Can I get food late at night?
Starbucks is advertised as open 24/7 for coffee and light fare. Coffee Garden’s posted closing time is 10 p.m.; Aspens advertises dinner only Thursday through Saturday.
Our recommendation
Maverick suits Interstate 80 travelers and Elko overnight visitors who want a room, varied casino action, a sportsbook, and dining without separate outings. Limited booking-site feedback points to comfortable beds and friendly service, but also some room-condition and walking-distance concerns. I would favor Thursday-through-Saturday stays for Aspens and entertainment; travelers prioritizing a year-round pool, nightly steakhouse dining, or an extensive resort itinerary should choose another property.
Sources and information date
Property information and the dining comparison were assembled on October 13, 2026, using the official pages and Travel Nevada material linked above. The ownership-transition report and booking-site summary provide additional context. Dining hours, buffet dates, entertainment, and booking terms can change; confirm arrangements for your travel dates.
The earlier article also linked to Maverick Gaming’s Elko property page. Use the current official website in the quick facts for visit planning.
Poker room and sportsbook
There is no dedicated poker room.