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Prospector Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Hotel in Ely with a casino and airport shuttle service

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Indoor pool
Reception
Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Front of property - evening/night
The Prospector Hotel and Casino offers a roundtrip airport shuttle and 140 slot machines. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, spa tub, and sportsbook. Free WiFi keeps everyone connected between meals at the on-site dining venues.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(167 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Clothes dryer
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(276 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Clothes dryer
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Ely, Prospector Hotel and Casino is near the airport and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cave Lake State Park and High Schells Wilderness Area, while Nevada Northern National Railway Museum and White Pine Public Museum are cultural highlights.
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Map
1501 East Aultman Street, Ely, NV, 89301

What's nearby

  • Nevada Northern National Railway Museum - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Copper Queen Casino - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Jail House Casino - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bristlecone Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ely Renaissance Village - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Prospector Hotel Ely (Nevada) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Shooters Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Prospector Hotel and Casino

Hotel near the airport
Consider a stay at Prospector Hotel and Casino and take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a casino, and a garden. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 140 slot machines and a sportsbook. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, overall value, and pool
Room features
All 61 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tempur-Pedic beds and down comforters
  • Bathtubs, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and highchairs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 140 slot machines
  • Casino
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sportsbook
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Prospector Hotel and Casino have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Prospector Hotel and Casino pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a required deposit per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Prospector Hotel and Casino?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Prospector Hotel and Casino?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Prospector Hotel and Casino?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Prospector Hotel and Casino provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM–9:00 PM at scheduled times.

Where is Prospector Hotel and Casino located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nevada Northern National Railway Museum, Copper Queen Casino, and County Museum. White Pine Public Museum and Bristlecone Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Prospector Hotel and Casino Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1734 out of 2235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 388 out of 2235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 2235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 2235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 2235 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice dog friendly good Mexican food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful modern clean rooms, very comfortable accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bar
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room - nice hot tub - great staff - quiet / enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a one of a kind location for a unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and professional staff from the hotel to the casino floor So clean, everywhere Good restaurant also
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, well chosen amenities, decent food on site
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds. Very convenient for pets. On site Mexican restaurant is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times and it has always been clean & comfortable. Good restaurant and casino/bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reyanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are older but clean and comfortable. Loved that there was a good restaurant in the facility. The gift shop had some awesome items. All staff were friendly and helpful, especially the front desk. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, room was cleaned daily, heater/ac worked great. Restaurant was good. Got a free gift from the gift shop and each adult got a free drink ticket at the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place rooms are nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our pet friendly room. Great area for the dogs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The establishment was pleasantly better than I thought. It was very clean, lots of amenities, staff was pleasant, good WIFI and good parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Regular stop on my way to Bonneville. Nice rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Millard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room good food friendly staff slots really tight
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are nice, plenty of parking. Best value hotel in Ely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is both my favorite Hotel and casino in Ely. The staff is kind and friendly, the restaurant is great and the rooms are comfortable. I always enjoy my stays here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent and jotrl and casino clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun place to stay! The decor changes constantly from room to room! You have to keep your eyes moving to get it all in. Would definitely suggest you stay and enjoy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super happy with our stay a few hiccups but front desk made everything absolutely amazing The only thing that was not up to par was the bed not that it is bad just not comfy for me
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

maximilian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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