Norfolk Resort & Casino
Throughout its more than 10,000-year history, ancestors of the Pamunkey Indian Tribe have lived, farmed and hunted across much of central and eastern Virginia - much of it made accessible by Virginia’s tidal waterways. As the rivers played an important part in the Tribe’s history, it is fitting that water will play an important role in the Pamunkey Tribe’s future. With a state reservation on the bank of the Pamunkey River, the tribe has selected a beautiful piece of property along another Chesapeake Bay tributary – the Elizabeth River – as its future home for a best-in-class casino resort. Planned amenities of the $750 million casino include a 200-room full-service hotel, 8 food and beverage venues, a spa and gym. And when you’re ready to take a break outside, guests can enjoy our 45,000 square foot amenity deck with pool.
Partnering with Boyd Gaming, a leader in the casino industry with 50 years of experience, the casino will bring top-notch entertainment to downtown Norfolk and offer an exciting destination for tourists and Virginians alike. Whether seeking to try their luck at one of 1,500 slot machines or 50 table games, looking to be pampered at a first-class spa or enjoy a fine meal before a game at the neighboring Norfolk Tides Harbor Park Stadium, guests at the casino will experience true Virginia hospitality.
The Norfolk casino is poised to deliver a substantial economic impact to the region, both during its construction and throughout its operating phase. During construction, the project is expected to generate $510 million in local economic impact, creating 2,850 jobs and contributing $173 million in salaries and wages to the local economy. In the operating phase, the casino’s impact will grow significantly, with an anticipated $2.9 billion in local economic activity, providing $583 million in salaries and wages and supporting 850 ongoing jobs. Beyond the immediate employment and wage benefits, the casino will stimulate local businesses, from hospitality to retail, and generate substantial tax revenue for the city and state. This revenue can be reinvested into infrastructure, public services, and community development. Additionally, the casino is expected to attract visitors from across the region and beyond, solidifying Norfolk's status as a major entertainment hub and further enhancing long-term economic growth for the city.