Location and Physical Description
Yaamava Resort Casino, formerly known as San Manuel Casino, is a Native American gaming facility located in Highland, California, United States. It operates under the ownership of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. The casino spans over 100 acres and features an impressive structure with three separate buildings, housing various amenities, including restaurants, bars, theaters, and entertainment venues.
History and Development
San Manuel Casino www.yaamava.co.uk opened its doors in 1986 as a relatively small gaming facility, catering primarily to local patrons from the surrounding communities. Over time, the casino underwent significant renovations and expansions, transforming into the large-scale resort that exists today. In recognition of its growth and commitment to sustainability, San Manuel was rebranded as Yaamava Resort Casino on November 1st, 2020.
Gaming Offerings
Yaamava features a diverse range of slot machines from renowned manufacturers such as WMS Gaming, Barcrest Games, IGT (International Game Technology), Konami Gaming, and others. Visitors will find an assortment of classic reels, video slots with various themes, progressive jackpot games like Buffalo Grand Deluxe and Walking Dead, as well as new titles released regularly.
The casino also offers a vast selection of table games:
- Blackjack
- Baccarat
- Craps
- Roulette (American and European)
- Three Card Poker
- Caribbean Stud Poker
Additionally, Yaamava features several poker tables with different variations, including Texas Hold’em No Limit, Omaha Hi-Lo, and Pot-Limit Omaha.
Other Amenities
In addition to its extensive gaming floor, Yaamava Resort Casino boasts a multitude of activities:
- Yaamava Theater: A state-of-the-art live performance space hosting various events like concerts, comedy acts, magic shows, and more.
- Casino Club : An exclusive program offering rewards, discounts, and priority access to certain areas and services for members.
- Buffet : Yaamaya offers an expansive buffet with international cuisine options and a “Make Your Own Mac-and-Cheese” station during select hours on Sundays.
- Starlight Night Club: A lounge that turns into a nightclub at night, featuring live DJs, drink specials, and dancing opportunities.
- Dining Options : Yaamava has multiple restaurants, cafes, and food courts offering various cuisines like fine dining, comfort food, sushi, Asian fusion, tacos, salads, and more.
Responsibility and Community
As part of their commitment to the San Manuel Band’s mission, Yaamava provides assistance to local causes through grants, partnerships with community organizations, job creation initiatives for Highland residents, scholarships for Native American youth, as well as an initiative called “One Tribe One Family” aimed at addressing homelessness in Southern California.
The casino has also implemented responsible gaming programs, including the San Manuel Band’s own Game Change Program (GCP), designed to promote problem gambling awareness, prevention and treatment resources for patrons. GCP is supported by trained team members who provide help accessing these services discreetly.
Travel Information
Located about 45 minutes east of Los Angeles in Highland, Yaamava is situated near I-10 E at Exit 142 (Kan Jons Road). Visitors can find the casino just north of San Bernardino County and south of Riverside County. It’s a popular destination for travelers due to its proximity to several nearby attractions like Redlands Bowl Summer Festival and Lake Arrowhead.
Accessibility
Yaamava Resort Casino offers accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible parking, ramps at entrances and within facilities, elevators connecting levels throughout buildings, lowered counters in retail outlets and services. Visitors can also take advantage of free valet service if required due to mobility impairments.
This section focuses on overall accessibility aspects related specifically to Yaamava’s physical build but does not encompass all possible considerations for people with special needs that may depend upon factors such as personal requirements beyond visual or hearing impairments.
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