Casino Hotels & Resorts in Scranton from NZ$125

If you’re coming to Scranton for some gaming, you can roll the dice at Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, located 12.7 mi (20.4 km) away, but it’s not the only place to see while you’re in town. Tourists speak highly of the historic landmarks, theatres and family-friendly activities.

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Scranton is a hotel featuring free breakfast and free WiFi, and it’s a top choice near the casinos. Other good options to try your luck include Comfort Suites Scranton near Montage Mountain and Holiday Inn Scranton East - Dunmore, an IHG Hotel.

Practise your poker face at one of Expedia’s 44 hotels in Scranton.

You might spend a lot of your holiday inside, but if you’re planning to venture beyond the casino, looking at local weather trends is a good idea. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Scranton are January, February, December and March, with each month seeing an average of 13 cm of snowfall.

Lucky gamers can head to Viewmont Mall and The Marketplace at Steamtown to spend their winnings. Scranton is known for its historic sites and live music, and you can visit cultural spots such as Electric City Trolley Station and Museum, Everhart Museum and Houdini Museum. Additionally, you could consider adding Steamtown National Historic Site and Montage Mountain Ski Resort to your itinerary.

Here are some transportation options in Scranton: Fly into the nearest airport, which is Wilkes-Barre, PA (AVP-Scranton Intl.), situated 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from the city centre. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.