FORT MCDOWELL, AZ – For the third time in four years, the We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort has been selected as “Best Casino” in Phoenix Magazine’s annual “Best of the Valley” edition. Winners were determined by an online public vote in May and revealed in the July/August 2024 issue.
A “Best Casino” recipient in the popular Readers’ Choice section of the “Best of the Valley” issue for 2021 and 2023, We-Ko-Pa bested five other area casinos this year, including the winners of the 2020 and 2022 awards.
Also receiving accolades was We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, named “Best Golf Club.” Thanks to its two multiple-award-winning courses, Saguaro and Cholla, the golf club has received that honor in four of the past five years. It also was recognized as “Best Driving Range” in 2023, the first year the category was included.
“On behalf of the We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort and the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, we’re thrilled and honored to receive Phoenix Magazine’s ‘Best Casino’ award once again,” said Harold Baugus, Acting GM. “Ever since we unveiled our state-of-the-art casino in October 2020, our goal has been to create an exceptional gaming experience that is accessible to everyone.
“Not only do we have 930 slot machines, a 750-seat bingo hall, and table games like blackjack, poker and roulette, we also offer sports betting at our WKP Sportsbook powered by Betfred Sports,” said Baugus. “And when our guests want to take a break from the exhilaration of gaming, they can enjoy a delicious meal at our casual and fine-dining outlets, a relaxing treatment at the Amethyst Spa, or a luxurious stay in our AAA Four Diamond hotel. As Phoenix Magazine’s readers have recognized, we truly offer something for everyone.”