| Information | Details |
| 📍 Address | 12 Place Henry de Saussure, 74400 Chamonix‑Mont‑Blanc, France |
| 📞 Phone | +33 4 50 53 07 65 |
| 🌐 Website | casinoroyal‑chamonix.com |
| 🕐 Opening Hours | Daily 10 AM to 3 AM (live tables from 7 : 40 PM) |
| 🚗 Parking | Free private parking |
| ♿ Accessibility | Wheelchair access likely |
| 🎰 Slot Machines | About 70 machines, jackpots and modern video slots |
| 🎲 Table Games | 1 English roulette and 2 blackjack tables, plus 3 electronic stations (2 roulette, 1 blackjack) |
| 🃏 Poker | 1 Texas Hold’em table for cash games and occasional tournaments |
| 🍽️ Restaurant | Yes – Le Royal restaurant (French and Savoyard dishes) |
| 🍸 Bar | Casino lounge bar serving cocktails, coffee and snacks |
| 🛏️ On-site Hotel | None |
About the Casino Le Royal Chamonix‑Mont‑Blanc
Casino Le Royal occupies the former Royal Hotel on Place Henry de Saussure, right in the centre of Chamonix and a short walk from the Aiguille du Midi cable‑car station and the SNCF railway. Set beside the River Arve and surrounded by Alpine peaks, the pale‑stone façade and wrought‑iron balconies preserve the Belle Époque elegance that first welcomed visitors in 1848, when the building served as one of Savoy’s grandest hotels and even hosted Napoleon III.
During the twentieth century the property switched from hospitality to gaming, and a renovation completed in 2023 added three new gaming rooms on the first floor while keeping the high ceilings, tall windows and original mouldings intact. Today about seventy slot machines line the ground floor, and live tables open upstairs each evening, all beneath crystal chandeliers that frame clear views of Mont Blanc through picture windows.
Entry is free for guests aged eighteen or over with photo ID, and the dress code is smart‑casual rather than formal. Free private parking sits behind the building on Rue du Lyret, but most players simply stroll in after skiing or shopping in the pedestrian centre. The intimate scale, historic décor and mountain backdrop give the room a character that feels more boutique than resort, making it a favourite stop for both local residents and international climbers looking to relax after a day on the slopes.
Games Available
| Game Type | Details | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Slot Machines | About 70 machines, bets from €0.01 to €2, progressive jackpots | 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM daily |
| Electronic Roulette | 2 terminals linked to a live wheel | 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM daily |
| Electronic Blackjack | 1 terminal | 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM daily |
| English Roulette | 1 traditional table | 7:40 PM to close |
| Blackjack | 2 traditional tables | 7:40 PM to close |
| Texas Hold’em Poker | 1 cash‑game table, buy‑in from €50, occasional tournaments | From 8:00 PM |
| Bingo | Not offered | – |
The gaming area at Casino Le Royal Chamonix Mont Blanc fits into two restored salons from the Belle Époque period and offers a cosy mountain setting for an evening out. About seventy slot machines stand on the ground floor, from one‑cent classics to modern multireel video cabinets, and several of them feed a shared progressive jackpot that can climb into six figures. Two electronic roulette terminals and one electronic blackjack station remain active all day, so new players can practise without pressure.
Live play starts upstairs at 7:40 PM when the croupiers seat the first guests. One English roulette wheel and two blackjack tables run side by side under crystal chandeliers with a view of Mont Blanc through tall windows. A single Texas Hold’em table opens for cash games from 8:00 PM. The casino schedules no poker tournaments and offers no bingo, focusing instead on a small but varied mix of slots and classic tables that suits the town’s relaxed pace.
The Restaurant and Bar at Casino Le Royal Chamonix Mont Blanc
| Name | Type | Hours | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Le Royal Restaurant | French and Savoyard brasserie | Dinner 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM, open every evening | Seasonal dishes such as tartiflette and lake fish, large windows facing Mont Blanc |
| Casino Lounge Bar | Bar inside the slot machine hall | 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM (to 4:00 AM Fri and Sat) | Cocktails, regional wines, light snacks served at the machines |
Le Royal Restaurant occupies the former hotel dining room on the first floor. White‑clothed tables, chandeliers and Belle Époque cornices frame an Alpine menu that mixes local cheese specialities with classic French plates. The kitchen opens only in the evening, so many guests book a late sitting after a day on the slopes before heading to the live tables upstairs.
Downstairs, the open‑plan Lounge Bar keeps service running from mid‑morning until the last slot machine powers down. Staff pour espresso for early visitors, switch to craft beers and cocktails in the afternoon and stay busy with après‑ski crowds until closing time. A short menu of charcuterie boards, burgers and salads means players can eat without leaving the gaming floor, and table service reaches every corner of the slots area.
Hotels nearby
| Hotel | Distance | Stars | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hôtel Mont‑Blanc Chamonix | 150 m | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Luxury spa, heated outdoor pool, Mont Blanc views |
| Alpina Eclectic Hotel & Spa | 300 m | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Rooftop restaurant with 180° panorama, chic spa, ski rental |
| Heliopic Hotel & Spa | 700 m | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Nuxe wellness center, indoor pool, opposite Aiguille du Midi cable car |
Although Casino Le Royal lacks an on‑site hotel, visitors have several excellent options within a short walk.
Hôtel Mont‑Blanc sits just across the river in a landscaped garden, offering five‑star comfort with mountain‑view rooms, a Clarins spa and a year‑round heated pool. It is the closest upscale choice for guests who value luxury and wish to stroll to the gaming floor in under two minutes.
A couple of blocks north, the Alpina Eclectic Hotel & Spa combines contemporary alpine design with practical amenities. Its seventh‑floor restaurant Le Vista overlooks the Mont Blanc range, while the in‑house spa, ski shop and secure parking make it a convenient four‑star base for skiers or summer hikers who plan to spend evenings at the tables.
For a resort‑style experience, Heliopic Hotel & Spa stands beside the Aiguille du Midi cable car, about seven hundred metres from the casino. The property features a large Nuxe spa with pool, sauna and ice grotto, two restaurants and family rooms, making it ideal for guests who want easy mountain access by day and a relaxed walk back from the casino at night.