Station Casinos begins $116 million expansion at Durango Resort

Station Casinos has launched the $116 million expansion of its Durango Casino & Resort in southwest Las Vegas, marking the start of a highly anticipated second phase of development.  

Construction, which began on Monday, is expected to take 12 months and will add significant new features to the property, including expanded gaming options and a large parking structure.   

The casino area will gain an additional 25,000 square feet of space, featuring a new high-limit slot and bar area equipped with 230 new slot machines, 120 of which will be dedicated to the high-limit room. 

Additionally, a new parking garage with nearly 2,000 spaces will be built south of the property’s south casino entrance. According to Station Casinos, these additions are designed to elevate the guest experience by providing expanded gaming options and improved parking convenience.

While work is underway, visitors can continue to use complimentary valet, surface parking, and the existing north garage.  

Durango Casino & Resort, which opened in December 2023, quickly gained popularity among Las Vegas locals, earning critical acclaim and boosting gaming revenue in the region. The casino’s expansion plans were announced in early 2024 following a strong first few months of operation.  

The project is part of broader development efforts by Station Casinos, a subsidiary of Red Rock Resorts, which is also investing in major renovations at its Green Valley Ranch and Sunset Station properties in Henderson.  

According to a recent year-end analysis by Deutsche Bank, Durango Casino & Resort, has emerged as a major growth driver for the locals market.