Casino, karaoke and nightlife at Ellis Island Hotel

Ellis Island Hotel offers on-site casino gaming, a karaoke lounge, and several casual bars and restaurants for evening entertainment — you can play slots and table games, sing at the karaoke lounge, then grab a drink at The Front Yard or the rooftop Deck. Nightlife at the property is casual and walk-in friendly, with family-friendly restaurants on site and one 21+ BBQ restaurant on select nights.
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Casino floor: what to expect
Ellis Island Hotel has an on-site casino that operates alongside the hotel and restaurants. The casino is described in property materials with a full floor of slot machines, table games and a VIP gaming room.
The casino is not a separate nightclub — it is integrated with the hotel’s dining and bar outlets for casual late-night gaming and watching sports on big screens.
- Reported casino size: a venue configured for slots and table games (facts sourced to hotel listings).
- Expect a mix of slots and live table games; a VIP gaming area is listed among property offerings.
- Bar 1968 and The Front Yard are the nearby drinking spots on the gaming floor or immediately adjacent.
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Slots & Tables | Property lists both slot machines and gaming tables |
| VIP Gaming Room | A dedicated VIP area is listed on the property fact sheet |
| Nearby bars | Bar 1968 and The Front Yard are onsite bars that serve the floor |

Karaoke lounge: timing and vibe
Ellis Island Karaoke is an on-site karaoke lounge with a small stage, exposed brick and a full bar. Listings show nightly karaoke hours beginning around 9:00 PM, with some sources noting later entertainment hours into the early morning for special events.
The karaoke lounge is also offered as a private-event space for weddings and receptions, with a listed capacity for small-to-mid-sized groups.
- Typical opening hours cited by third-party listings: around 9:00 PM (confirm current schedule with the property).
- Venue description: exposed brick walls, tile flooring, moody lighting, small stage and bar.
- Event capacity: the Karaoke Lounge is listed as accommodating up to 125 guests for private events.
| Use | Details |
|---|---|
| Regular karaoke nights | Nightly activity starting around 9:00 PM per listings |
| Private events/weddings | All-inclusive packages and capacity info available via the hotel |
| Atmosphere | Intimate, bar-style setting with exposed brick |

Bars and late-night dining
You have multiple on-site options for drinks and late-night food: The Front Yard brewpub, Bar 1968 (the casino cocktail bar), the Deck rooftop bar, Metro Pizza and Village Pub & Café, among others.
The Front Yard functions as a two-story indoor/outdoor brewpub with an 18-foot screen and extended bar hours; Village Pub & Café is open 24 hours for meals and cocktails.
- The Front Yard — bar hours listed as roughly 9:00 AM–2:00 AM on the property dining page; full venue used for watching games and events.
- Village Pub & Café — open 24 hours for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Metro Pizza and Via Focaccia — casual grab-and-go pizza and Italian options; hours vary by listing.
- The Deck rooftop bar — listed as open evenings with Strip views (event hours on the site).
| Venue | Typical hours (per listings) |
|---|---|
| The Front Yard | Bar: ~9:00 AM–2:00 AM; restaurant hours vary |
| Village Pub & Café | Open 24 hours |
| The Deck (rooftop) | Evening hours (listed 6:00 PM–12:00 AM on the dining page) |

Nightlife for families vs adults
Ellis Island Hotel is a family-friendly property overall: children of all ages are welcome and many dining options accommodate families. Village Pub & Café and Metro Pizza are both family-oriented and open to all ages.
Some spaces or offerings are 21+ — notably Ellis Island BBQ is listed as a 21-and-over dining room on some listings. Guests should check age restrictions for specific venues or events before arriving.
- Family-friendly outlets: Village Pub & Café, Metro Pizza, Via Focaccia, Front Yard daytime dining.
- 21+ areas/events: Ellis Island BBQ is described in listings as a 21+ restaurant; some late-night events (karaoke hours) may skew adult.
- Hotel policy: the primary check-in guest is commonly required to be 21 (confirm with property).
| Type | Examples at Ellis Island |
|---|---|
| Family-friendly | Village Pub & Café, Metro Pizza, Via Focaccia |
| 21+ venue | Ellis Island BBQ (listed as 21+ in several sources) |
| All-ages hotel policy | Children of all ages welcome; kids 17 and under can stay free using an existing bed |
Where to stay if you plan late-night entertainment
Choose a room type based on bed needs and whether you want more living space. Room types available are Standard Room, Suite, Balcony and Deluxe Room — each is described in the property room list.
If you expect noise from the casino or late-night events, ask the front desk at check-in about quieter room placement away from the casino and adjacent bars. The front desk is open 24 hours.
- Room types (exact names): Standard Room; Suite, Balcony; Deluxe Room.
- Check-in is typically 3:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; a government ID and credit card are required at check-in for incidentals.
- A nightly resort fee applies and includes WiFi, pool and cabana access, bottled water and self-parking — budget for this on top of the room rate.
| Room name | Typical configuration |
|---|---|
| Standard Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Suite, Balcony | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds with balcony/living area |
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed |
Practical tips for nightlife and safety
Ellis Island is about one block east of the Las Vegas Strip; walking to Strip attractions is common but expect a 7–15 minute walk depending on your destination. The Horseshoe/Bally’s monorail station is within walking distance for longer trips down the Strip.
The hotel offers free self-parking and a mandatory nightly resort fee; check current shuttle availability to the airport with the property, since sources conflict on whether an airport shuttle runs.
- Confirm karaoke and rooftop hours on the day you visit — schedules change for private events and holidays.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID and the credit card used for the reservation at check-in; a refundable deposit is commonly required.
- If traveling with children, note the hotel welcomes kids of all ages but some outlets and events may be restricted to 21+.
| Question | Action |
|---|---|
| Want to sing karaoke? | Check karaoke lounge hours with concierge the day of your stay |
| Need late-night food? | Village Pub & Café is open 24 hours; Metro Pizza is a quick option |
| Worried about noise | Request a room away from the casino and street at check-in |


