Frequently
Asked Questions

What certifications does the hotel hold?

Potawatomi Casino Hotel is the first casino hotel in Wisconsin to attain LEED^® Gold certification. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system ranks buildings on their energy and water conservation, greenhouse gas emission reduction, improved indoor environmental quality and their overall environmental impact. Visit www.usgbc.org to learn more.

When did the hotel open?

The hotel welcomed its first guests on August 18, 2014.

Can I change or cancel a hotel reservation online?

Reservations made online may be updated through the online system, for promotional stays or reservations made through the call center, please call us at 1-800-PAYSBIG.

Do I need to provide my credit card information to book a hotel reservation?

Yes, a valid credit card is required to book all hotel reservations at Potawatomi Casino Hotel. Your credit card will not be charged until you check-in to the hotel. Online transactions are processed through a secure server, which encrypts the credit card information, protecting your information from being disclosed to third parties. If you prefer to provide your credit card information directly to one of our Call Center Representatives, they can be reached 24 hours a day at 1-800-PAYSBIG.

What is Potawatomi Casino Hotel’s cancellation policy?

Cancellations must be made 48 hours in advance of your arrival to avoid charge. Promotional stays not checked in by 6 p.m. on date of arrival are subject to automatic cancellation.

Do you require an authorization on my credit card for incidentals?

Yes, a major credit card is required at the time of check-in. Your credit card will be authorized for room, tax amount and $50 at check-in to care for any incidentals that you may charge back to your room, such as dining.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m.

Can I request an early check-in or late check-out?

Early check-ins and late check-outs are based on availability of the hotel and may be requested on the day of by contacting the Front Desk.

Do you offer special hotel rates for groups?

Please contact our Sales & Catering team at 414-847-7891 to learn more about special group rates.

Do you have a minimum age requirement to reserve a hotel room?

The minimum age to reserve a hotel room is 21 years old. A person of the minimum age requirement must be present at check-in time and become a registered guest in the room.

Is there a policy about children staying in the hotel or dining in the hotel restaurant?

Because the hotel does not offer gambling, there are no age restrictions. However, entry into the Casino does have age restrictions. Please see Casino House Rules for additional policies.

Can I reserve connecting rooms?

Special requests for rooms are accepted, but not guaranteed, based on availability the day of your arrival.

What services do you offer to those who have special needs or disabilities?

Potawatomi Casino Hotel is proud to comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). We have ADA rooms as well as hearing-impaired rooms to accommodate your needs. Please see the features below and specify your needs when reserving your room.

ADA bedroom features:

• Lower bed height
• Lower thermostat
• Armoire with lower shelves for iron and hangers
• Telephone with volume controls
• Electronic room panel/hearing impaired in some rooms

ADA bathroom features:

• Lower counter height
• Grab bars in all bathroom areas
• Shower seat attached to wall
• Roll-in shower
• Removable hand held shower wand

Is smoking allowed in the Hotel?

No, the hotel property and all of our guest rooms are non-smoking.

How do I find something I’ve lost or forgotten?

Assistance in finding a lost or forgotten item is available at our security desk on the casino floor.

What if I need to send or receive a package while I’m staying in the hotel?

Packages can be sent to:

Potawatomi Casino Hotel
Attn: Hotel Front Desk
1611 W. Canal Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Please hold for: Name of Customer and arrival date.

Packages sent earlier than one week before your stay will not be accepted.

If you need assistance in mailing a package, please visit the Front Desk.

Can kids stay in the hotel at Potawatomi Casino Hotel?

Because the hotel does not offer gambling, there are no age restrictions for hotel guests. However, entry into the Casino does have age restrictions. Please see Casino House Rules for additional policies.
The minimum age to reserve a hotel room is 21 years old. A person of the minimum age requirement must be present at check-in time and become a registered guest in the room.

How do I obtain a copy of my winnings and losses?

Get your win/loss statements here. Simply select the year (or multiple years) and download from the online portal.

In-person win/loss statements are also available; you can request statement(s) in-person at the casino’s Potawatomi Rewards booth. Just bring a valid photo ID. In-person win/loss statements will be available to pick up a few days after requesting. You will be notified when the statement is available to pick up.

Can I bring my child to the Casino?

Individuals under 21 are not allowed on the casino floor. See Casino House Rules for additional policies.

Is smoking allowed inside the Casino?

Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the Casino floor or in the hotel. If you wish to smoke, please use the dedicated Solstice Smoking Lounge.

Are Potawatomi Casino Hotel gaming tables open?

Currently, there are a number of live game types available to play on the casino floor. See Casino House Rules for additional policies.

• Baccarat with EZ Baccarat
• Blackjack
• Craps Live
• Mississippi Stud
• Roulette
• Ultimate Texas Hold'em
• Four Card Poker

How old do you have to be to go to Potawatomi Casino Hotel?

Individuals under 21 are not allowed on the casino floor. See Casino House Rules for additional policies.

What are my dining options?

Potawatomi Casino Hotel offers unique restaurants, including: Canal Street Café, Cream City Coffee Co., Dream Dance Steakhouse, Rock & Brews Restaurant, RuYi, and the quick-service restaurants of Potawatomi Marketplace.  Click here to learn more.

If you are a guest of our hotel, you may also order room service.

Can I bring a minor on property to dine in your restaurants?

All dining guests must be at least 21 years old to dine at Dream Dance Steakhouse. Guests must be at least 18 years old to dine at Canal Street Café, Rock & Brews Restaurant, RuYi, and at Potawatomi Marketplace, unless accompanied by an adult (over 21).

See Casino House Rules for additional policies.

Are drinks free at Potawatomi Casino Hotel?

Potawatomi Casino Hotel offers complimentary soft drinks and water for our guests.

When do tickets go on sale for the artists performing at Potawatomi Casino Hotel? It is not listed on your website.

A performance date is often listed on the artist’s webpage before the schedule is confirmed. We suggest periodically checking our Events page for the latest information.

Where do I purchase tickets to one of your shows?

Tickets can be purchased online at Etix.com.

How old do you have to be to attend a show?

Guests must be at least 21 years old to attend performances. See casino house rules for additional policies.

Do you sell gift certificates for gambling?

We do not offer gambling gift certificates for slots or table games.

Where can I purchase a dining gift card?

Dining gift cards may be purchased at any one of our dining venues. Our dining venues sell gift cards during their normal hours of operation. 

Can I purchase a hotel stay gift card?

Dining gift cards can also be used toward hotel stays. A credit card will still be required to hold any reservation and for incidentals and room charges

How can I change/update my address?

Address changes must be made in-person at our Potawatomi Rewards booth or at our Promotional Kiosks. Please bring a valid photo ID. 

Why have I not been receiving the emails I signed up for from the Casino?

Please verify that you have added admin@dmail.paysbig.com address to your address book or contact list. View the instructions here. If you have not added this deployment address to your address book, chances are that the email landed in your spam box or was blocked completely by your internet service provider. Please contact your Internet service provider to ensure this is the case.

How do I remove myself from your mailing list?

Requests to be removed from the mailing list must be submitted in writing (mail or email).

Does Potawatomi Casino Hotel require masks?

Masks are no longer required for our guests. We will continue to follow COVID-19 guidelines set by the City of Milwaukee as they relate to masking requirements.

What's open at Potawatomi Casino Hotel?

Potawatomi Casino Hotel is fully open for gaming in: slots, most table games, video poker and electronic table games. Our dining options are open for in-person, as well as take-out food service. All our bars are fully open.

Will the Casino donate an item for my company’s fundraiser?

Donation requests and information can be found on our website.

How do I apply for a job at Potawatomi Casino Hotel?

Please visit the careers section of our website to see a list of available positions. You may apply online for one or several positions.

Do you have wheelchairs available?

We do have a limited number of wheelchairs available for our guests. You may obtain a wheelchair at the front entrance of the Hotel by the Valet Kiosk. There is no charge, but you will need valid identification. Individuals will also need to manage their own transport.

Use this mailing / shipping address for shipments into Potawatomi Casino Hotel:

Potawatomi Casino Hotel
1721 West Canal Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
1-800-PAYSBIG or 1-800-729-7244

To deliver a package to a guest’s hotel room, the package(s) must have this information visible:

• Sender’s name, company name (if applicable), sender’s address and phone number
• Guest’s name (please use only the name on the reservation), arrival date and/or reservation number
• Guest’s contact phone number

To deliver items for a guest’s event, the package(s) or pallets must have this information visible:

• Sender’s name, company name (if applicable), sender’s address and phone number
• Group, event or meeting name and date
• Package recipient’s name
• Package recipient’s phone number
• Number of packages shipped

General Information:

• All packages may be subject to inspection.
• Boxes and parcels should arrive no earlier than one week (7 days) prior to the guest’s arrival or event.
• Package and pallet counts, along with carrier and tracking information must be given to the Potawatomi Warehouse at 1-800-729-7244.
• Upon receipt of goods, if Potawatomi Casino Hotel cannot locate the package recipient’s current or future reservation, the item will be returned to sender or otherwise disposed of.
• Should a package arrive after a guest’s departure or not be claimed during their stay, Potawatomi Casino Hotel will attempt to contact the receiving guest.
• If the recipient would like an item returned to them, Potawatomi Casino Hotel will need a ship-to address and may request prepaid return labels or prepayment to cover the return shipping costs.
• If Potawatomi Casino Hotel is unable to reach the recipient, unclaimed packages will be disposed of 10 days after the end of the receiving guest’s stay or event.
• Potawatomi Casino Hotel is not responsible for the safe or timely arrival of any package you have sent to the property.
• It is the guest’s responsibility to check with the carrier about arrival issues and to verify any package contents are intact.
• Packages shipped after an event must be properly packaged and labeled.
• All packages must have prepaid return labels.
• Palletized shipments must be properly stacked and wrapped.
• Within one business day of the event ending, a completed prepaid bill of lading must to be provided and the carrier scheduled to pick up. Pick-up hours are 6 a.m.–2 p.m., Monday–Friday.
• Potawatomi Casino Hotel accepts no liability for lost, stolen, or damaged boxes, parcels or palletizes items.

Drayage Shipping Fees:

Inbound / Outbound

• $35 per box (UPS, Fed Ex, DHL, etc.)
• $100 for pallets up to 48 inches long by 40 inches wide and maximum 84-inch height
• $200 for pallets larger than 48 inches long by 40 inches wide and maximum 84-inch height

Storage Fees (per week or partial week):

• $10 per box
• $50 per pallet up to 48 inches long by 40 inches wide and maximum 84-inch height
• $100 per pallet over 48 inches long by 40 inches wide and maximum 84-inch height
• Storage longer than a week (7 days) before the event’s start date is only by special arrangement and based on availability

Should you have any further questions, please contact your Group Sales Person.