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, 40 tables and of special events center space.

History

The Indio Bingo Palace opened in 1991. In 1995, the Indio Bingo Palace closed and became the Fantasy Springs Casino. In October 2000, the casino underwent an expansion of its casino space. In July 2003, Fantasy Springs Casino broke ground on a $145 million resort and a 97,000 square foot conference center. The Fantasy Springs Hotel and Casino opened on December 21, 2004 by $200 million refurbishment. The property was designed by CallisonRTKL Inc. (''Previously RTKL Associates Inc.'') In late April 2007, the 18-hole Eagle Falls Golf Course at Fantasy Springs opened to the public.

Dining

* The Bistro * JOY Asian Cuisine * POM * The Fresh Grill Buffet * The Pizza Kitchen * Starbucks Coffee * Lique * LIT * 12th Floor Cocktail Lounge & Wine Bar * Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

Amenities

* Swimming Pool * Special Events Center * Rock Yard Music (Fridays and Saturdays) * Fantasy Lanes * Eagle Falls Golf Course * Improv Comedy Club * Nautilus Fitness Center

References

External links

Official Website
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