Casino in Basterre (capital)

Market picture: why Basterr

Basterre is the administrative and tourist capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis. In the port area of ​ ​ Port Zanté, compact play spaces in the format of slot lounges and entertainment centers are concentrated, aimed primarily at passengers of cruise ships and guests walking along the embankment. Two key locations are located here: MaPau St. Kitts Casino & Entertainment Centre and Winners Circle Slots & Sports Lounge.

Basterre's TOP locations

1) MaPau St. Kitts Casino & Entertainment Centre (Port Zanté)

Address: Building 35, Port Zanté, Basseterre Tel.: +1 869-465-2919.

Format: entertainment center a step from the berths; mostly video slots, electronic tables, a bar, often bingosesses.

Typical opening hours: daily approximately 10: 00-04: 00 (check on the spot/in social networks, the schedule depends on the day and cruise traffic).

Who is suitable: cruise tourists and guests who want to "play for an hour" without a trip to the resort area.

2) Winners Circle Slots & Sports Lounge (Port Zanté)

Where: Port Zanté nightlife district (waterfront centre)

Format: slot lounge + sports bar: broadcasts, sweepstakes/running bets, cocktail menu; atmosphere "casual."

For whom: those who combine the evening promenade on the port with playing on slots and sports viewing. (See official pages for site contact and activity.)

But what about the "big" casino?

The largest venue in the country is Royal Beach Casino at St. Kitts Marriott is not in Basterre, but in the neighboring Frigate Bay resort area (approximately 10 minutes by taxi from the center/port). Therefore, many tourists choose a bunch: a day walk around Basterra → an evening in a resort casino.

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How to get there and navigate

Walking around the port: from the Port Zanté cruise terminal, everything is within walking distance; center Basterra ("The Circus") - about 10 minutes walk.

Frigate Bay (Marriott/Royal Beach Casino): ~ 7-8 km, a standard taxi ride takes about 10 minutes in normal traffic.

Practical advice to the player

1. Plan time for "cruise hours." During the days of mass calls of liners in Port Zanté, the flow of guests is noticeably higher - for a quiet game, come outside the peaks.

2. Check the schedule. Port site opening hours may vary; check on the day of the visit (on the website/by phone/in social networks).

3. Age and entry policy. An 18 + threshold is practiced on the island; the inspection policy is strict, take the document.

4. Combo evening. A light session at MaPau or Winners Circle by the waterfront → dinner at Port Zanté → a short trip to Frigate Bay to Royal Beach Casino if desired.

Basterre FAQ

Where to play right by the cruise port?

At MaPau St. Kitts Casino & Entertainment Centre and Winners Circle Slots & Sports Lounge - both venues are in the Port Zanté zone.

Are there full-fledged tables in the center of Basterra?

The offer in the capital is mainly slots/electronic games and sports lounges; the widest selection of tables is at Royal Beach Casino (Frigate Bay).

How much to drive to Royal Beach Casino from Basterre?

About 10 minutes by taxi with normal traffic.

Sources and reference books

Official MaPau St. Kitts website (address/contacts) and profile on the casino-aggregator (watch).

Winners Circle reference books (description of format and location on Port Zanté).

Marriott/Royal Beach Casino (Frigate Bay location; how to get there).

Guides to Port Zanté and the Basterre promenade.