Hey all Pai Gow Poker fans! Did you know that you can play Pai Gow Poker at some of your favorite Station Casinos locations?
Play SHFL’s Fortune Pai Gow Poker at Your Favorite Station Casinos Location
Part strategy, part good fortune, Fortune Pai Gow Poker pits you against the dealer in this unique game. You and the dealer each receive 7 cards and place them into a 5 card hand and a 2 card hand. The goal is to have both hands beat the dealer’s respective hands. Win even more money by placing a bet on the Fortune Bonus℠ marker! Pai Gow may seem complicated at first. For novice players, you can always select “House Way” when arranging your cards until you get a better feel for the strategy of the game. Advanced players often have their own preferences for specific situations, but the “House Way” is a good starting point.
Pai Gow is popular because much of the time the hands result in a push. As a result, you can make your stack last a long time, even if you’re a novice player. Many people call Pai Gow Poker the “Drinker’s Game” because you can sit at the table earning free drinks for a long time with a minimal investment! If you’re new to casino table games, this is definitely a good one to learn first.
Progressive Pai Gow Poker Locations
The Progressive Pai Gow Poker variant featured in this article can currently be found at the following locations.† The non-progressive variant can be found at most Station Casinos Locations.
Palace Station
Boulder Station
Sunset Station
Santa Fe Station
Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa
Fiesta Henderson
Rules*
1. Fortune Pai Gow Poker uses a 53 card deck, which is composed of a normal poker deck plus 1 Joker card. The deck is shuffled each hand.
2. Initiate a game by placing a bet.
3. You are dealt 7 cards face up. The dealer gets 7 cards face down.
4. Arrange your cards into a 5 card poker hand and a two card hand by selecting two cards for the two card hand. You can also set your hand the “House Way” which is how the dealer is required to set the same hand. Your 5 card hand must beat your 2 card hand. So for example, if you have a pair of aces and a pair of kings, you have to put the Aces in the five card hand. The Joker can only be used to complete a flush, straight, or straight flush, otherwise it is an Ace. So if you have a pair of Queens and a Joker, the Joker cannot be used as an Queen.
5. Once you’ve set your hand, the dealer flips his cards over and arranges them by the rules of House Way.
6. Compare each hand versus the dealer’s respective hands. Ties goes to the dealer. If you lose both hands, you lose your bet. If you win one and lose one, the bet is a push. If you win both, you get paid even money minus a 5% commission.
7. You have the option of making a Fortune Bonus sidebet. This is paid based on your seven cards irrespective of how you have them arranged into hands.
8. If you have placed at least a $5 Fortune sidebet, you qualify for the Envy bonus if another player at the table places a hand of 4 of a kind or better. Your own hand and the dealers hand do not qualify for activating the Envy bonus. If multiple players meet this criteria, multiple Envy bonuses will be awarded for each qualifying bet.
Fortune Bonus Paytable
| Hand | Payout | Envy Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Card Straight Flush (No Joker) | 8,000 to 1 | $5,000 |
| Royal Flush + KQ Suited | 2,000 to 1 | $1,000 |
| 7 Card Straight Flush (With Joker) | 1,000 to 1 | $500 |
| Five Aces | 400 to 1 | $250 |
| Royal Flush | 150 to 1 | $50 |
| Straight Flush | 50 to 1 | $20 |
| 4 of a Kind | 25 to 1 | $5 |
| Full House | 5 to 1 | |
| Flush | 4 to 1 | |
| 3 of a Kind | 3 to 1 | |
| Straight | 2 to 1 |
9. Progressive Payout of 100% will be activated by making a 7 card straight flush (with or without a joker). Also, 5 Aces wins you 10% of the progressive jackpot.
House Way
The “House Way” defines the rules by which the dealer must arrange their hand. (Think rules for hitting on soft 17 in blackjack, splits, etc.) The title defines the hand, and the bullet points describes how the dealer must play it.
NOTE: The Progressives and Bonuses are evaluated against your entire 7 card hand. So for example if you have 5 Aces, and you decide to split them, you still qualify for the 10% Progressive Jackpot payout.
Hand: High Card
- 5 card hand: Highest card
- 2 card hand: Next two highest cards
Hand: One Pair
- 5 card hand: Pair
- 2 card hand: Next two highest cards
Hand: Two Pair
- Always split the two pair unless you have an Ace, then play the Ace in the low hand. The exception is if if one pair is 7’s or better and the other is Jacks or better, then ignore the Ace and always split the two pair.
Hand: Three Pair
- 5 card hand: 2 Pair
- 2 card hand: Highest Pair
Hand: Three of a Kind
- If you have 3 Aces
- 5 card hand: Pair of Aces
- 2 card hand: Ace and next highest card
- Otherwise
- 5 card hand: 3 of a kind
- 2 card hand: next two highest cards
Hand: Three of a Kind with Two Pair
- 5 card hand: 3 of a kind plus low pair
- 2 card hand: High pair
Hand: Two Sets of Three of a Kind
- 5 card hand: Low three of a kind
- 2 card hand: Highest pair
Hand: Full House With Pair of 2’s and Ace + J or Better
- 5 card hand: Full house
- 2 card hand: A + J or better
Hand: Full House no Ace
- 5 card hand: 3 of a kind
- 2 card hand: pair
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush
- 5 card hand: Straight, Flush, or Straight Flush
- 2 card hand: highest two remaining cards
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush with A and a pair of 10s or better
- Play the Ace and the next highest card if the low hand is improved over playing the straight, flush, or straight flush,
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush containing One Pair
- 5 card hand: Straight, Flush, or Straight Flush
- 2 card hand: Pair (if possible without breaking up Straight, Flush, or straight flush) else use the highest two remaining cards
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush containing Two Pairs
- See Two Pair rule unless you can save the Straight, Flush, or Straight flush by placing a different pair in the 2 card hand
Straight, Flush or Straight Flush containing Three Pairs
- 2 card hand: highest pair
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush containing Three of a Kind
- 5 Card hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush
- 2 Card hand: Pair
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush containing a Full House
- Use full house rule
Hand: Straight, Flush or Straight Flush with 3 Aces
- Play the Straight, Flush, or Straight Flush that allows the highest possible low hand
Hand: Four of a Kind
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- If 4 of a kind is 2’s through 6’s
- 5 card hand: 4 of a kind
- 2 card hand: highest two remaining cards
- If 4 of a kind is 7’s through 10’s without an Ace
- 5 card hand: One pair
- 2 card hand: One pair
- If you have 4 of a kind 7 through 10 with Ace
- 5 card hand: 4 of a kind
- 2 card hand: Ace plus highest remaining card
- If 4 of a kind is J through Ace
- 5 card hand: One pair
- 2 card hand: One pair
- If 4 of a kind with One pair
- 5 card hand: 4 of a kind
- 2 card hand: One pair
- If Four Aces with Pair 7s and up
- 5 card hand: Four Aces
- 2 card hand: Pair
- If Four Aces with Pair 2 through 6’s and
- 5 card hand: Two pair
- 2 card hand: Pair of Aces
- If Four of a Kind and Three of a kind
- Put highest pair in 2 card hand
- If 4 of a kind is 2’s through 6’s
Hand: Five Aces
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- If 5 Aces plus Pair Kings
- 5 card hand: 5 Aces
- 2 card hand: Pair Kings
- If 5 Aces no Pair of Kings
- 5 card hand: 3 Aces!!
- 2 card hand: 2 Aces
- If 5 Aces plus Pair Kings
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Hand Rankings 5 Card
| Hand | Example |
|---|---|
| 5 Aces | Ah-Ad-As-Ac-Joker |
| Royal Flush | Ah-Kh-Qh-Jh-10h |
| Straight Flush | 5s-4s-3s-2s-As |
| Four of a Kind | 8h-8d-8s-8c-4c |
| Full House | 5h-5d-5s-2h-2s |
| Flush | Ah-Jh-10h-4h-3h |
| Straight | 6c-7h-8d-9c-10s |
| Three of a Kind | 9h-9d-9s-Kd-6s |
| Two Pair | 7d-7c-4h-4s-Ad |
| Pair | 9h-9s-Qd-7s-3d |
| High Card | Qh-8s-5d-3d-2c |
Notes: In traditional poker, the A through 5 straight is considered the lowest straight, but in Fortune Pai Gow Poker, it is considered the second highest straight. It is also the highest straight flush, right below a Royal Flush.
Hand Rankings 2 Card
| Hand | Example |
|---|---|
| Pair | 9h-9s-Qd-7s-3d |
| High Card | Qh-8s-5d-3d-2c |
†Locations accurate at time of writing. Please call your location to verify your game of choice in advance.
*Rules, paytables, and payoffs are printed for reference only. For specific details, please ask your dealer. These rules, paytables, and payouts may be changed at any time without notice. Again, check with your dealer before placing a bet to be sure you understand the game rules and pay structure.
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More money is bet in Nevada on Football than on any other sport. Whether you’ve bet before or you’re just getting started, there are a few betting basics you should know. Not to worry – we break it down for you here.
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A Guide to the 2020 Pool Season at Station Casinos
Locals, looking for a resort environment to relax in when the Vegas heat hits? We put together the ultimate guide to our pools so you know information like amenities, deals, pricing, and who’s serving the tastiest drinks.
Palace Station Pools
There’s no better setting to enjoy refreshing cocktails and ice-cold beers than Palace Station’s stunning, all-new seasonal pool bar.
Belly up to the bar for an exciting cocktail and great conversation with our friendly bartenders—or grab a spacious, shaded table for your group to dine and drink the day away. Margaritas under the sun, anyone?
- Non-Guest Day Pass – $10
Seasonal Hours
- Now open daily from 10 AM – 5 pm
Food Service
Food service to start on Saturday March 14th features menu from Brass Fork and a quick bite “grab and go” menu.
Cabana Amenities
- Cable TV
- Privacy Curtains
- Lounge Chairs
- Table, Ceiling Fan w/Misters
- 6 bottles of water
- Fruit Platter
Cabana Packages
Classic Package: All above amenities plus cold towels and access to Brass Fork menu.
- Mon-Thurs $75
- Fri-Sun $100
- Holidays/Special Events $125
Premium Package: All above amenities plus domestic beer party bucket, cold towels, access to Brass Fork menu
- Mon-Thurs $100
- Fri-Sun $125
- Holidays/Special Events $150
Deluxe Package: All above amenities plus domestic beer party bucket, cocktail pitcher, cold towels, access to Brass Fork menu
- Mon-Thurs $150
- Fri-Sun $175
- Holidays/Special Events $200
Call to make your cabana reservations at: 702-367-2461
Green Valley Ranch
Whether you’re visiting our Las Vegas pool with a big group, or as a couple, cabana rentals are a great way to spend a sun-filled day. Your family and friends will enjoy special services and amenities created to help play, or just relax, the day away.The Green Valley Ranch pool is open seven days a week and offers complimentary access for hotel guests and chairman guests. The summer season hours are:- Opening Day, March 9th – April 30th: 9am-6pm
- Friday May 1st – Labor Day, September 7th: 9am – 8pm
- September 8th – End of Season: 9am – 6pm
Open to the Public Pricing
- Monday – Thursday: $10 for Adults, $5 for Children (12 and under) with Valid ID
- Friday – Sunday: $20 for Adults | $10 for Children (12 and under)
Cabana Pricing & Amenities
- Personalized Cabana Host
- Dipping Pools
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Two (2) Fiji Bottled Water & San Pellegrino
- Bottled Water
- Flat Screen TV
- Stereo System with outlets for Smartphone
- Ceiling Fan & Misters
- Sofa Seating
- Lounge Chairs
Full menu and bottle service available upon request. Rates are based on 8 – 10 people per cabana. Automatic Nevada sales tax 8.375% and 18% gratuity appliesBook your 2020 pool cabana today by visiting our GVR pool website. For individual reservations, please call (702) 617-7744. To plan your next pool party of 20 or more, please call (702) 617-6800.Non-peak Season March 9th – April 30th & Monday August 10th – End of Season
Daybeds
- Mon – Fri ($75 F&B Min)
- Sat – Sun ($150 F&B Min)
Cabanas
- Mon – Fri ($100 Rental)
- Sat – Sun ($175 Rental)
During Peak Season May 1st – August 9th
Daybeds- Mon – Fri $150 F&B Min
- Sat – Sun $250 F&B Min
- Holiday $350 F&B Min
Cabanas
- Mon – Fri $175 Rental
- Sat – Sun $275 Rental
- Holiday $400 Rental
Sandbar Grille at Green Valley Ranch
The Sandbar Grille is a few steps away from the pool and offers excellent food, full bar, and specialty cocktails.Opening Day March 9th – April 30th: Kitchen Hours 9 am – 5 pm, Bar Hours 9 am – 6 pm
Friday May 1st – Monday September 7th: Kitchen Hours 9 am – 7 pm, Bar Hours 9 am – 8 pm
Tuesday September 8th – End of Season: Kitchen Hours 9 am – 5 pm, Bar Hours 9 am – 6 pm
The Pond
Enjoy your private Eden at our adult-only resort pool, The Pond at Green Valley Ranch. Secluded among towering palms, our private sun-worshiping area awaits. Here, you can enjoy poolside bottle service, a dip into the private pool and relaxing time cooling off underneath the included waterfall, all without any additional cover charge!
Hours of Operation:
Opening Saturday May 2nd – Sunday September 6th
Each Saturday and Sunday: 11am – 7pm │ Live DJ every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm – 6pm- Daybeds Sat & Sun $100 F&B Min
- Cabanas Sat & Sun $200 F&B Min
- Holiday Daybeds Sat & Sun $150 F&B Min
- Holiday Cabanas Sat & Sun $300 F&B Min
Red Rock
Sandbar Pools
More than three acres are dedicated to the best Las Vegas hotel swimming pool at Red Rock Resort. Boasting 19 irresistible private cabanas and an island fountain, our sprawling pool area offers enough space and the right balance of ambiance for both pool parties and quiet relaxation.At the Sandbar, our poolside café, you can enjoy refreshing bites, cool cocktails and specialty drinks galore. Whether you’re a lounger, swimmer, cocktail sipper or tanner, the pool scene at Red Rock is sure to delight.Open to the Public Pricing
$25 Adults / $10 Kids per day entrance admission – to be paid at time of entrance at Main Towel Hut
Season Pool Hours
- Pool Season Begins, Friday March 13th 2020: 10am-6pm
- Peak Season Begins, Saturday May 2nd 2020: 9am – 8pm daily
- Non- Peak Season, Monday September 14th 2020: 10am-6pm
- Winter Season Monday, November 2nd, 2020: 10am-4pm daily
Cabana Rates & Amenities
Cabana Amenities:- Personalized Cabana Host
- Pastry Basket
- Fresh Fruit Plate
- Assorted Drinks
- Snack basket ( Assorted Candy, Pretzels, Nuts, Granola)
- TV
- LV Weekly Magazine
- Use of at least 2 plush loungers
- Mister Unit
Rates before May 2nd 2020/ After September 13th 2020
Signature Cabana Rates- Mon-Fri: $250
- Sat-Sun: $400
- Holiday: $500
South. Cabana Rates- Mon-Fri: $150
- Sat-Sun: $300
- Holiday: $400
Casino Rates- Mon-Fri: $150
- Sat-Sun: $200
- Holiday: $300
Rates starting May 2nd 2020
Signature Cabana Rates- Mon-Fri: $250
- Sat-Sun: $500
- Holiday: $600
South. Cabana Rates- Mon-Fri: $200
- Sat-Sun: $400
- Holiday: $500
Casino Rates- Mon-Fri: $200
- Sat-Sun: $250
- Holiday: $300
Note: Hours/Days subject to change due to business needs and business goals as determined by Management. Hours/Days of operation may be affected by inclement weather.
For 2020 cabana or day bed reservations please call 702.797.7873.
2020 Daybed ProgramWe have 10 daybeds nestled throughout the pool area available for daily rental. The daybeds are open structures which seat 2-4 people.Rates before May 2nd 2020 / After September 13th 2020
Daybed Rates- Mon-Fri: $50
- Sat-Sun: $150
- Holiday: $200
Casino Rates- Mon-Fri: $50
- Sat-Sun: $100
- Holiday: $150
Rates starting May 2nd 2020
Daybed Rates- Mon-Fri: $75
- Sat-Sun: $200
- Holiday: $250
Casino Rates- Mon-Fri: $50
- Sat-Sun: $150
- Holiday: $200
Sandbar Grille at Red Rock Resort and Spa
The Sandbar Grille offers a great selection of food, cocktails, games and is only a few steps away from the pool.Opening Day, March 13th 2020: Kitchen Hours: 11 am – 5 pm
Peak Season, May 2nd 2020: Kitchen Hours: 10 am – 7 pm
Non-peak September 14th – End of Season: Kitchen Hours: 11 am – 5 pm
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Monopoly Big Time Bonus Weekend Edition: Everything You Need To Know
Monopoly Big Time Bonus returns to Station Casinos, and this time it’s a better-than-ever Weekend Edition!
Starting this June, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, participate in this summer’s biggest gaming event. Reminder: during the Monopoly Big Time Bonus, you can win up to $20,000 anywhere, any time, on any machine. Here’s everything you need to know to join in on the action.
Win the Big Time Bonus Jackpot On Any Machine
- Guests can play right on their favorite machines and win up to $20,000 cash – instantly!
- Each property jackpot starts at $10,000 cash and must hit by $20,000 cash.
- Jackpot meters will be active on weekends only. They will pause from 12:01 am Monday through 9:59 am on Fridays and will stay at their current jackpot amount. No jackpots can be won during this time.
- Each time the Big Time Bonus Weekend Edition hits, Monopoly tokens will show up on all game screens. Guests will choose a token which will then move around the game board and stop to reveal that the player has either won the jackpot at that property or free slot play.
Everybody Wins When The Big Time Bonus Hits!
- Every time a jackpot is won, all other participants at that property who are actively playing with their Boarding Pass in at the time of the award will receive free slot play – up to $100!
- When it hits, you’ll hear overhead sound effects throughout the casino! Listen in for the announcer who will tell everyone when a Big Time Bonus Weekend Edition jackpot has just hit.
Big Time Bonus Participating Casinos
- Red Rock Resort & Spa
- Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa
- Palace Station Hotel & Casino
- Boulder Station Hotel & Casino
- Texas Station Hotel & Casino
- Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
- Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino
For live updates and real time jackpot updates visit https://www.bigtimebonus.vegas/ or receive alerts of the by texting BTB to 72777! Message and Data Rates May Apply.
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