MotorCity Casino Hotel is a commercial casino resort in Detroit, on the city's west side near downtown. It opened in 1999 and added its hotel tower in 2007. It is owned by Marian Ilitch, whose family also owns the Detroit Red Wings and Tigers, and is one of Detroit's three commercial casinos.
Who it suits
MotorCity suits Detroit-area players who want a large floor with a hotel and live entertainment under one roof. The Sound Board theater adds shows, which helps for a night out beyond the tables.
It is less suited to anyone wanting a small, quiet room, and it is a busy city casino on weekends. Check the casino's age policy before you go; Michigan casinos set 18+ or 21+ by venue.
The gaming floor
The casino has about 100,000 square feet of gaming space. Counts vary, so treat it as roughly 2,400 to 2,700 slot machines and about 60 table games as of October 2026. Table games include blackjack, roulette, craps and baccarat, and there is a poker room.
Smoking rules in Detroit casinos have changed in recent years, so ask about smoking areas when you arrive if it matters to you.
Dining and the hotel
MotorCity has several restaurants, a deli and bars, but menus and hours change, so check the current list before you go. Sound Board is a theater of about 2,400 seats, with comedy and concerts through the year.
The hotel has roughly 400 rooms and suites, including premium suites. A multi-year renovation has been refreshing rooms, restaurants and entrances, so some areas may look different from older photos. Book early for show nights.
Getting there
MotorCity sits on Grand River Avenue, just west of downtown Detroit, reachable from the Lodge Freeway and I-75. Parking is on site. From the suburbs the drive is typically 20 to 40 minutes outside rush hour.
Bring photo ID, and allow extra time on show nights and Friday and Saturday evenings.
Nearby
MGM Grand Detroit is a short drive east in downtown Detroit, and Hollywood Casino at Greektown is in the Greektown district. To browse every venue, see all Michigan in-person casinos.
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FAQ
How old do you have to be to gamble at MotorCity Casino?
Check the casino's age policy before you go; Michigan casinos set 18+ or 21+ by venue.
Does MotorCity Casino have a hotel?
Yes, with roughly 400 rooms and suites.
Who owns MotorCity Casino Hotel?
Marian Ilitch.
Does MotorCity have a theater?
Yes, the Sound Board theater hosts comedy and concerts.
Where is MotorCity Casino Hotel?
On the west side of Detroit, just outside downtown.