City: Kansas City, MO

Category: Tours & Attractions

Telephone: (816) 746-3100, (800) 900-3423

Address: 777 Argosy Dr.

Description: Casino decor can range from over-the-top to elegant, and Argosy is definitely the latter. A gorgeous new hotel pampers guests in 250 rooms, 8 exquisite suites, and a full-service day spa. The public areas and restaurants follow a romantic theme with midnight-blue skies and twinkling stars. It’s particularly appealing in Journey Wood Fired Steaks, where chefs grill steaks to perfection over mesquite—a nice dining choice even if you don’t plan to play. At Crazy Olives, order your favorite martinis, appetizers, and sandwiches to go with a side: live entertainment. Terrace Buffet’s cozy environment will tempt you with breakfast, lunch, and dinner selections seven days a week. For real action go from the dining table to a gaming table. There are 42 in all, plus what Casino Player magazine calls “Missouri’s loosest slots.” You can try your luck at 1,800 of them for a nickel to $10 a pull. The Casino Stage Bar is where to find live entertainment Thurs through Sat.