Rivers Casino Philadelphia earns 21 'Best of Gaming Awards,' including top honors for BetRivers Sportsbook

Rivers Casino Philadelphia has secured ‘21 Best of Gaming Awards’, including seven top awards, from Casino Player and Strictly Slots magazines. In a consistent trend, the BetRivers Sportsbook clinched the titles of ‘Best Overall Sports Book’ and ‘Best Sportsbook Promotions’ for the third and second consecutive years, respectively, in Pennsylvania.

Additionally, the casino was recognized for the second year running for its excellence in categories like "Best Poker Tournaments" and "Best Table Games," which encompass games like blackjack, roulette, and craps.

Rivers earned first place in the following categories:

• Best Overall Sportsbook, BetRivers Sportsbook
• Best Sportsbook Promotions, BetRivers Sportsbook
• Best Table Games
• Best Blackjack
• Best Poker Tournaments
• Best VIP Lounge
• Best Non-Smoking Casino/Area
  
  

The awards are based on votes from readers of the magazines.

“Having the best Pennsylvania sportsbook for the third year in a row is a credit to our entire hardworking BetRivers Sportsbook team,” said Eric Althaus, General Manager of Rivers Casino Philadelphia. “Thanks to our guests and Casino Player readers for voting us No. 1 in seven categories.”

As Pennsylvania's Best Overall Sportsbook, BetRivers provides a platform to engage with the month's baseball and football events. Operating round the clock, the casino's betting kiosks are accessible at all times, complemented by open writer windows during specific hours. For enthusiasts seeking to observe and place bets on the array of sports events in August, the BetRivers Sportsbook serves as the hub for baseball, soccer, football, tennis, and golf matches, the company said.

The casino features 1,547 slots, 78 table games, 66 hybrid gaming seats, a 28-table poker room, and a designated sportsbook area for live sports betting.

Rivers recently announced plans for a boutique luxury hotel in Fishtown. The hotel, called Riversuites at The Battery, will have 62 suites and is expected to open by year-end 2023.