Unconventional Casino Locations: Where Gambling Meets the Unexpected

Casinos are known for their glitz and glamour, but some establishments defy convention by choosing peculiar locations. Here's a list of the world's quirkiest casino venues.

Casino Jet Lounge

Taking the mile-high club to new heights, the Casino Jet Lounge is a passenger jet transformed into a fully functioning casino. Passengers can enjoy gaming tables, a bar, and ample space while flying. This unique concept aims to recreate the golden age of air travel, making typical airline experiences pale in comparison.

North Cadbury Court, Yeovil, Somerset, UK

English country houses evoke images of elegance and afternoon tea, not underground casinos. Yet, beneath North Cadbury Court, visitors will discover a hidden gem—a basement turned underground casino accommodating up to 30 players for blackjack, roulette, and poker. This exclusive casino is accessible only to those renting the entire venue for an event.

Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy, Australia

The Desert Cave Hotel, nestled in the Australian Outback, offers guests a chance to gamble on 16 poker machines located underground. This subterranean casino lies a daunting 850km from Adelaide. While not the most glamorous setting, it's a unique opportunity to gamble in a casino carved out of the rocky desert landscape.

Resorts World Genting, Pahang, Malaysia

Resorts World Genting is situated amidst the mountains of Pahang, Malaysia. Accessing this resort may be challenging, but the breathtaking views of the 150-million-year-old rainforest make it worthwhile. Located 6,000 meters above sea level and 45 minutes from Kuala Lumpur, this casino offers a unique and scenic gaming experience.

Rivers Casino, Des Plaines, Illinois, US

Rivers Casino in Des Plaines has an unusual selling point—it's built on a shallow area of water. While most casinos operate as riverboat casinos, Rivers Casino found a way to remain technically on water. It opened in 2011, conveniently located near Chicago's downtown and O'Hare International Airport, offering a variety of slot machines and classic casino table games.

X-Train, Las Vegas, Nevada, US

X-Train, though not yet completed, is set to become a mobile casino experience like no other—it's on a train. This innovative casino on rails is nearing the final stages of planning and is expected to be a major attraction in Las Vegas, providing gamblers with a unique casino experience. The renovation costs approximately $1 million per carriage.

Macau Palace, Macau

The Macau Palace, also known as the 'Pirate Boat,' was a two-story casino located in the Fisherman’s Wharf area of Macau. It gained fame for appearing in the 1974 James Bond movie "The Man with the Golden Gun." Unfortunately, in 2007, it was closed and removed from its location, leaving its fate a mystery—was it destroyed, relocated, or set adrift on the high seas?