Things to do at Resorts World Catskills and nearby
Resorts World Catskills is a full-service casino resort in Monticello, NY offering gaming, live entertainment at the RW Epicenter, multiple restaurants and bars, indoor pools, Awana Spa, meeting space, and two suite types — Deluxe Suite and Luxury Suite. Families are welcome in hotel rooms and public dining, but the casino floor and some bars are 21+.
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Getting there & practical info
Address: 888 Resorts World Drive, Monticello, New York, 12701. The resort markets itself at about 90 miles north of New York City and lists New York Stewart International Airport (SWF) as the nearest major airport (roughly a one-hour drive depending on traffic).
Check-in typically begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM; late check-out may be available subject to availability. The booking/check-in minimum age is 21 and a credit card in the guest's name is required at arrival.
- Parking: complimentary garage self-parking; accessible parking and EV charging available; valet for an additional fee.
- Resort fee: mandatory nightly resort fee covers high-speed Wi‑Fi, fitness center and indoor pool access, pool towels, free garage self-parking, and in-room bottled water/coffee/tea.
- Payments/deposit: major credit cards accepted; a refundable incidental deposit is collected at check-in; policies on exact amounts vary by source.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Airport shuttle | Available (guests should contact property in advance; surcharges may apply) |
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in from 4:00 PM; check-out by 11:00 AM (late check-out possible) |
| Age policy | Booker/check-in minimum 21; children may stay if room is booked by an adult 21+ |
Casino, sportsbooks and live entertainment
Resorts World Catskills operates a large casino floor and a dedicated sportsbook area. The property requires guests to be 21 or older to enter the gaming floor, sportsbook areas, and certain bars.
The RW Epicenter is the resort’s main live-entertainment venue for concerts and larger events; the property also hosts smaller performances and event programming in other spaces.
- Casino floor: large-scale gaming area (casino access 21+).
- Sportsbook & Bar 360: central sports bar with multiple large screens; ages 21+ to enter.
- RW Epicenter: a 2,500-seat venue used for concerts and events (configurable for larger conferences).
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| Casino & Sportsbook | 21+ access; gaming and large TV banks at Bar 360 |
| RW Epicenter | Fixed-seat live-entertainment venue for concerts and shows |
| Smaller event spaces | Multiple meeting rooms and ballrooms for private events |
Dining & bars on-site
Resorts World Catskills has a mix of table-service and casual outlets. Several restaurants welcome guests under 21 (Cellaio, Lotus, The Catskills Bistro, Dos Gatos Cantina, Good Friends, RW Food Hall); the casino and some bars remain restricted to 21+.
Hours vary by venue; reservations are recommended for sit-down restaurants such as Cellaio and Lotus, and some late-night options run on weekends.
- Cellaio — Italian steakhouse (dinner service; reservations recommended).
- Lotus — Chinese/Asian fine dining (dinner service).
- Dos Gatos Cantina — Mexican-style cantina with a full bar and outdoor lawn space; Happy Hour Fri–Sat 5–8 PM.
- The Catskills Bistro — all-day American comfort food; 24-hour service Fri–Sat.
- Good Friends — Asian street-food kiosk; grab-and-go style open late.
- RW Food Hall — café and quick bites with Starbucks coffee.
| Restaurant | Typical service hours / notes |
|---|---|
| Cellaio | Dinner (Wed–Sun; hours vary; reservations/phone available) |
| Lotus | Dinner nightly (Fri–Sat later hours) |
| The Catskills Bistro | Breakfast, all day, late night; Fri–Sat 24 hours |
Pools, Awana Spa and fitness
Registered hotel and spa guests have access to two indoor pools and a hot tub; one pool is open to all ages while another is restricted to guests 21 and older. Pool hours are daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM and facilities are reserved for registered guests only.
Awana Spa (on the Spa & Wellness level) offers massages, facials, body treatments, hair and nail salon services, steam rooms, saunas, relaxation lounges and a dedicated spa pool with cabanas. Spa treatments are reserved for guests 18 and older; select salon services may be available to younger guests.
- Pool hours: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily (hotel/spa guests only).
- Walk of Wellness Passport: approx. three hours of access to steam rooms/saunas/relaxation lounges and the indoor spa pool; rules and times apply.
- Fitness center: on-site gym with Life Fitness machines and free weights; access included with the resort fee.
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pools | Two pools + hot tub; one 21+ and one all-ages |
| Awana Spa | Treatment bookings required for many services; spa hours vary by day |
| Fitness center | Life Fitness equipment and free weights; access included with resort fee |
Rooms & suites
The resort lists two suite types by name: Deluxe Suite and Luxury Suite. Rooms include in-room coffee, bottled water and high-speed Wi‑Fi (part of the resort fee).
Guests must be 21+ to check in and a credit card in the guest's name is required at arrival; hotel guests have access to pools and fitness as included resort-fee amenities.
- Deluxe Suite — available with 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds (room name exact).
- Luxury Suite — available with 1 King Bed (room name exact).
- Amenities: in-room coffee/tea, bottled water, Wi‑Fi, express check-out, luggage storage, porter service; specific in-room features depend on suite selection.
| Suite type | Bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Luxury Suite | 1 King Bed |
Meetings, weddings and private events
Resorts World Catskills offers a range of meeting and event spaces totaling tens of thousands of square feet. The RW Epicenter is the largest indoor event space and can be configured for concerts, conferences and large receptions.
For outdoor ceremonies and smaller gatherings, the Monster Golf Club Gazebo Venue and several outdoor terraces/patio spaces are available; the resort also lists multiple breakout rooms and ballrooms for corporate meetings and private events.
- RW Epicenter Full: a large configurable space (many capacities listed by the property).
- Multiple breakout rooms (Highlands, Sentosa, Manila, Bimini, Las Vegas, New York) with varied square footage and meeting capacities.
- Outdoor options: Monster Golf Club gazebo and outdoor 'backyard' area for lawns and casual gatherings.
| Space | Typical capacity / note |
|---|---|
| RW Epicenter (Full) | Large-format concerts and conferences; configurable sections |
| Highlands / Sentosa / Manila / Bimini | Breakout rooms ~900 sq ft each for smaller meetings |
| Monster Golf Club Gazebo | Outdoor ceremony space; suitability for weddings and vow renewals |
Nearby attractions and day trips
Resorts World Catskills sits in Sullivan County with several nearby recreational and cultural attractions reachable by short drives. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts (the historic Woodstock site) is marketed as about a 20-minute drive away, and the Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark is very close by.
Outdoor activities include local golf at the Monster Golf Club (very near the resort), skiing at Holiday Mountain in winter, and public beaches and boating at Lake Superior State Park in summer.
- Bethel Woods Center for the Arts — concert venue, museum and events (≈20 min drive).
- The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark — large indoor waterpark roughly 1–2 miles away; shuttle service to the casino may be available.
- Concord Monster Golf Course — nearby golf course less than a mile away.
- Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun Park — small ski area close to the resort for winter sports.
- Lake Superior State Park — sandy beach, boat rentals and picnic areas within the broader area (seasonal beach hours and entry policies apply).
| Attraction | Travel time / note |
|---|---|
| Bethel Woods Center for the Arts | About 20 minutes by car (distance and time vary) |
| The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Waterpark | Approximately a short drive (1–2 miles); shuttle service may run |
| Monster Golf Club / Concord | Walkable or very short drive from the resort |
