Peppermill Wendover sits at 680 Wendover Blvd in West Wendover, Nevada, just across the Utah line. It rates 4.2 from around 6,000 Google reviewers, and Google lists it as open 24 hours.
Peppermill is run by Peppermill Casinos, which also operates the Rainbow and Montego Bay next door, and the three share the wendoverfun.com website. Utah has no casinos, which is why Salt Lake City players make the drive to Nevada. Peppermill is a full resort with 382 guest rooms, 64 of them suites.
Setting expectations
Peppermill is the property in town built around more than the slot floor. It has the poker room for the whole Wendover Resorts group and a concert hall, so it works as a stay-over trip as well as a day visit. Expect a busy floor on weekends and event nights, and a quieter one midweek. It is a regional resort, not a Las Vegas Strip property.
What's on the floor
Slots. The floor is mostly slot and video poker machines. We could not verify a current machine count, so we leave it out.
Tables. Blackjack, craps and other table games are on offer according to the resort's own site. Minimums vary by time and day, so check when you arrive.
Poker. The Wendover Resorts Poker Room is at Peppermill, which makes this the stop for live poker in town.
Sports betting. The Resorts at Wendover Sportsbook is part of the group's offering, and a race and sports book is listed for the property.
Dining
The group's site lists fine dining with seafood and steaks (online reservations are available), casual dining, quick bites, and lounges and bars. Third-party listings name Pancho & Willie's Cantina and Cafe Milano at Peppermill, but those listings vary, so confirm the current lineup with the resort. The Peppermill Concert Hall hosts shows, and the artist list is on the resort's shows page.
Tips before you go
Age 21 or older is required to gamble in Nevada, and staff can ask for ID, so bring a government-issued photo ID. West Wendover runs on Mountain Time, the same as Utah, even though most of Nevada is on Pacific Time. Your phone and watch will not change when you cross the line, which helps with show and restaurant timing. Check the resort's shows page before you go, since concert nights fill the hotel and the floor. The group runs Comp Dollars promotions across its three casinos, so ask about the current one.
Getting there from Utah
From Salt Lake City, take I-80 west across the Bonneville Salt Flats. The drive to West Wendover is about two hours, and it is mostly open highway, so check weather and fuel before leaving in winter. Parking details vary by building, so confirm with the resort. Peppermill is on Wendover Blvd, the town's main strip.
Who it suits
Peppermill suits Utah players who want one place for slots, tables, poker and a hotel room, and anyone planning a night out around a show. It is less suited to players who want a small, quiet room.
Nearby
West Wendover has more than one casino: Rainbow Hotel Casino, Montego Bay Casino Resort, and Wendover Nugget Hotel & Casino. They sit along the same stretch of Wendover Boulevard, so it is easy to visit more than one in a day. For every casino Utah players can reach, see in-person casinos near Utah.
FAQ
How far is Peppermill Wendover from Salt Lake City?
About two hours by car on I-80 west.
What are Peppermill Wendover's hours?
Google lists the casino as open 24 hours every day. Restaurants, shows and the poker room keep their own hours.
Does Peppermill Wendover have a poker room?
Yes. The Wendover Resorts Poker Room is at Peppermill.
Do I need to change my watch?
No. West Wendover is on Mountain Time, the same as Utah.
How old do I need to be?
You must be 21 or older to gamble at Nevada casinos.
Rather play from home? See our Utah sweepstakes casino reviews.
Details checked against the venue's announcements and recent local reporting. Hours, restaurants and games change, so confirm before you go.
