Grand Casino Mille Lacs, Onamia

Have been coming here for years, newer renovations are great. Love that it's non-smoking on the floor (Bingo hall is a smoking area). 1991 Kitchen has good food and friendly staff, same with 95% of all staff we meet. The Up North Bar has excellent bartenders and good drink specials, hands down my favorite MN casino bar. Over the last year, the host services and promotions have improved tremendously. They are quick to respond and the offers has been good. (Shout-out to Kristy Laquinto!) My room has always been clean and comfortable. I do think the elevators and common areas can be improved, as they are getting dated and scuffed up. As for winning, well I would never rate a casino based on payout, as the house always wins, but the overall experience at Grand Casino Mille Lacs is a fun time

I visited this hotel/casino on a business trip and thoroughly enjoyed the property and amenities it had to offer. As someone with a hospitality background, I always enjoy visiting other hotels and talking to fellow hospitality workers. I was extremely impressed with Linwood, the bartender at Up North. If you are staying at the hotel, make sure you go to Up North and visit with him. He is extremely attentive and friendly, and made my experience at the hotel that much more fun! His level of service makes the cocktails worth every penny!