Riverside Casino Camping

The Kehl family business started in the 1960’s when Bob and Ruth Kehl bought and ran a café in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. By the 1970’s they were also in the catering business and had purchased a 150-passenger steamwheeler, “River Rogue” for dinner cruises.

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We camped at Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort RV Park in a Motorhome. Tip for Other Campers: Prime rib dinner at their Prime Rib restaurant, $20 per person with all the courses including appetizer, salad, sides, and dessert. Make reservation unless you want to wait. Kids Fun at the Riverside Resort! We want the whole family to have a great time during your visit with us. Parents and children will have fantastic fun at the Arcade, Laser Tag! Riverside Lanes Bowling is a great place for families to bowl a few games (we have bumpers for new bowlers)! Golfers, try our latest addition a Golf Simulator! Enjoy a movie at Riverside Cinemas! We play First Run.

In 1977, the Kehls commissioned a 377-passenger “Spirit of Dubuque.” The Mississippi Belle and Mississippi Belle II followed in the 80’s. In 1986, the business expanded to West Virginian with the West Virginia Belle, a 1000-passenger boat.

Hard work creates success. Bob and Ruth Kehl received the National Small Business of the Year Award from President Reagan in 1986, beating out Microsoft for the honor.

It’s no secret the Kehls were opposed to the idea of gambling on the rivers when the idea was floated in the Iowa Legislature in the late 1980’s because of the threat to their riverboat business. They soon figured out gambling was likely coming. No one was in a better position to be part of this new industry.

The Kehl family has been involved in gaming since its inception in the state of Iowa. On March 8, 1990, the Dubuque Casino Belle, Inc. owned and operated by Robert and Ruth Kehl, was granted the first riverboat gaming operator’s license in Iowa and the license was issued on April 1, 1990. The Dubuque Casino Belle became the first American-flagged vessel to offer gambling cruises in the United States.

The Kehls received their second license in 1991 for the Mississippi Belle II, which started riverboat gaming operation on June 1 in Clinton, Iowa.

The Kehl’s had interest in and operated a total of four riverboat casinos in the Midwest; Dubuque Casino Belle, the Mississippi Belle II, Catfish Bend Casino, Fort Madison/Burlington, Iowa and Saint Joe Frontier Casino, St. Joe, Missouri.

Today, the Kehl’s have majority ownership in Elite Casino Resorts, LLC, which owns and operates Riverside Casino and Golf Resort^® in Washington County which opened in 2006, Grand Falls Casino Resort^® in Lyon County, Iowa, which opened in 2011, and Rhythm City Casino Resort^®, which reopened in 2016. Riverside received one of only four new Iowa gaming licenses awarded by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission out of ten applications in 2005. Grand Falls was the only license awarded by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission of four applications in 2010. In 2014, the Kehl’s became owners of the existing Rhythm City Casino in Davenport and opened a land-based casino resort to replace the existing riverboat in June 2016.

1650 South Casino Drive PMB 500,NV 89029Laughlin

Located on the Colorado River, this Laughlin, Nevada resort & casino is 5 minutes’ drive from Laughlin Bullhead International Airport.

The South Tower offers an adult-only swimming pool with a hot tub, cabanas, fire pits and a bar. The North Tower offers a family pool for guests with children.

Numerous shops, a 34-lane bowling alley, a movie theater featuring 3D films, and 2 nightclubs are available at Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort & Casino. Electric vehicle charging stations are provided onsite.

All rooms feature a TV, private bathroom and tea and coffee-making facilities at Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino. Select rooms provide river views.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily at the 24-hour Riverview Restaurant on-site. The Food Court and Sidewalk Café provide additional dining options for guests at Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort.

Las Vegas, Nevada is 160.9 km away from Don Laughlin’s Riverside Resort & Casino. Havasu National Wildlife Refuge is a 1 hour drive away.

Rooms: 4

Facilities of Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort & Casino

General

• Paid WiFi

Activities

• Pool table
• Darts
• Bowling

• Themed dinners
• Happy hour

• Live music/Performance
• Live sports events (broadcast)
• Bingo

Food & Drink

• Restaurant
• Bar

• Snack bar

• Vending machine (drinks)
• Kids' meals

Pool and Spa

• Fitness center
• Spa
• Massage
• Hot tub/Jacuzzi

• Outdoor pool
• Outdoor pool (year-round)
• Pool with view

• Heated pool
• Pool/Beach towels
• Pool bar
• Swimming pool

Transportation

• Airport shuttle
• Shuttle service (free)

• Airport shuttle (free)

• Airport shuttle (additional charge)

Front Desk Services

• 24-hour front desk
• Express check-in/out
• Currency exchange

• Ticket service
• Baggage storage

• ATM on site
• Concierge
• Lockers

Common Areas

• Terrace
• Sun deck

• Shared lounge/TV area

Entertainment & Family Services

• Babysitting/Child services
• Casino
• Karaoke
• Entertainment staff

• Nightclub/DJ
• Kids' club
• Evening entertainment

• Indoor play area
• Kids' TV channels

Cleaning Services

• Laundry

• Daily housekeeping

Business Facilities

• Meeting/Banquet facilities
• Business center

• Fax/Photocopying

Shops

• Hair/Beauty salon
• Gift shop

• Shops (on site)

Miscellaneous

• Non-smoking rooms
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Family rooms

• Elevator
• Heating

• Air conditioning
• Designated smoking area

Safety & security

• 24-hour security
• Smoke alarms

• CCTV in common areas

• CCTV outside property
• Fire extinguishers

Safety features

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• Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
• Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

• Process in place to check health of guests

Physical distancing

• Physical distancing rules followed

• Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Cleanliness & disinfection

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• Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
• Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

• Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Food & drink safety

• Physical distancing in dining areas

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and charges apply.

Parking

Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Policies of Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort & Casino

These are general hotel policies for Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort & Casino. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room conditions.

Check-in

From 14:00 hours

Check-out

Until 11:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to property type.

Children and Extra Beds

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of total guests in a room is 4.

There is no capacity for cribs in the room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards

• Mastercard
• Visa
• Discover
• American Express

The property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.

Important Information

The nightly resort fee plus tax per night includes:
- In-room basic WiFi for 2 devices
- In-room refrigerator
- In-room coffee for two
- South Tower Adults Only Pool and firepit access
- Business center
- Fitness center
Important River Tour Information: All tours based upon availability; times subject to change. The Riverside Resort Hotel & Casino is not responsible for low river levels, engine malfunctions or dry dock time. Tickets are not available during the New Year Holiday and Laughlin River Run. Blackout dates apply.
Per county ordinance, there is a 14 night maximum stay per calendar month. Maximum guests per room is 4. Over New Year's and Laughlin River Run, guests can cancel up to 30 days before arrival date for a full refund. No refund will be issued within 30 days of reservation.
Smoking/nonsmoking room requests are based on availability and are not guaranteed. Roll-away beds and cribs are available for an additional fee. Each guest may reserve up to 9 (nine) rooms per visit. If additional rooms are needed, please contact the hotel directly.
Entrance to the South Tower Pool is located on the first floor across from the Sidewalk Cafe. The South Tower Pool is 7:00 – 22:00 and the Beverage Service Window is open from 10:00 – 22:00.