Rio Las Vegas July 4 2026

“The new Rio Las Vegas (also known as Rio Hotel & Casino) is an off-Strip resort that completed a major $340 million Phase One renovation by late 2024/early 2025. It is now part of the Destination by Hyatt collection and focuses on refreshed suites, modern gaming, new dining, and a reimagined pool area while emphasizing value (free parking, competitive rates, and larger rooms). thenevadaindependent.com +1 Key Upgrades in the RenovationHotel Rooms: Over 1,500 suites in the Ipanema Tower (the Y-shaped one) were fully remodeled with new furnishings, fittings, and modern designs (582+ sq ft). The Masquerade Tower (about 1,000 rooms) is slated for Phase Two. riolasvegas.com +1 Casino Floor: The 117,000-square-foot gaming area received refreshed carpeting, lighting, and upgrades. It now features around 800–900 slot machines (including new titles and city-wide progressives like Lock-it-Link and Buffalo variants) and about 40 table games. New and updated games emphasize bold, player-friendly options. thenevadaindependent.com +1 Pool District: A three-acre paradise inspired by Rio de Janeiro beaches, with multiple distinct pools and upgraded outdoor spaces. riolasvegas.com Dining & Entertainment: Several new outlets opened, including concepts like High Steaks Vegas (by chef James Trees), Tacos Del Rio, and others in a food hall style. Penn & Teller continue performing, along with other shows and events. riolasvegas.com Meetings/Convention Space: 220,000 square feet refreshed. riolasvegas.com The overall vibe aims to blend the Rio’s classic fun/off-Strip value with a cleaner, more contemporary feel to attract both locals and visitors. thenevadaindependent.com Sic BoRio stands out for offering electronic Sic Bo (also called heads-up or bubble-style Sic Bo ETG), which is currently the only installation of its kind in Las Vegas. This is a dice game (three dice, bets on totals, specific combinations, big/small, etc.) with a digital interface—often described as a “bubble” or crash-style machine where players tap to roll. It has low minimums (around $3) and has drawn attention from gamblers looking for rare games. Multiple YouTube sessions and player reports highlight it as a fun, strategic (or chaotic) option that returned after years of scarcity in Vegas. youtube.com +1 Sports BookThe William Hill Sportsbook & Bar is currently under remodeling/construction (“pardon our dust”) and is expected to reopen in early September. In the meantime, there’s a temporary setup at the Keno Desk with high-def TVs and betting options. The renovation modernizes it as part of the overall casino refresh. riolasvegas.com”