What Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort does

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort (AMCR) is a tribally-owned integrated casino resort operated by Mohawk Gaming Enterprises, LLC under the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe in Hogansburg, New York, near the US-Canada border. Founded in 1999 and celebrating its 25th anniversary in April 2024, the property spans 130,000+ square feet of gaming space featuring 1,200+ slot machines, 1,500+ slot/video poker titles, Vegas-style table games, a 650-seat bingo hall (Mohawk Bingo Palace, merged into the casino in 2012), and a 5,000-square-foot Sticks Sports Book & Grill opened in January 2020 via a partnership with The Stars Group using IGT PlaySports kiosks. Supporting amenities include a 150-room hotel plus the adjacent Comfort Inn acquired in 2022, six dining venues (Maple Steak & Ale, Native Harvest Buffet, The Tavern, Sticks Sports Book & Grill, Cascades Lounge, Cedars Coffee) and the Maple Brewing on-site craft brewery (the first casino brewery in New York State), plus live entertainment, the Sweetgrass Spa, an indoor pool, an RV park, and Reflections Gift Shop.

Revenue is generated across six streams — gaming operations (slots, table games, bingo, sports betting), food & beverage, hotel accommodations, entertainment and events, spa services, and gift shop retail — with the Winners Club loyalty program, native iOS/Android mobile app (with geofence-based promotions), online player portal, and SMS text alerts forming the digital engagement layer. The customer base is mass-market adult gaming patrons, hotel guests, dining guests, group/event planners, and a "Community Heroes" segment (military, fire, EMT, law enforcement, medical professionals), drawn from a four-region cross-border catchment of Northern New York, Northern Vermont, Eastern Ontario, and South Western Quebec. The property is differentiated by its sovereign tribal gaming license, Canadian currency-accepting slot machines (second US casino to offer this), and the only casino brewery in New York State.

Name

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort

Legal name

Mohawk Gaming Enterprises, LLC

Website

https://mohawkcasino.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort is a tribally-owned casino and hotel resort in Hogansburg, NY, operated by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, offering 1,200+ slot machines, table games, bingo, sports betting, dining, an on-site brewery, and a 150-room hotel to guests from Northern New York, Vermont, and Eastern Ontario/Quebec.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casino & Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Casino Hotels (721120), Casino Hotels (72112)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Casino Resorts (Casino + Hotel/Entertainment) (MPAEAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Destination Casino Hotels (THAGAJAC), Integrated Casino Resorts (THAGAJAA)

Keywords

• Casino gaming services
• Resort hospitality
• Sports betting operations
• Hotel accommodations
• Entertainment venue services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hogansburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Gaming Operations: Revenue from slot machines, table games, bingo, poker, and sports betting. Guests earn points through Winners Club loyalty program which drives repeat visits and engagement.
2. Food & Beverage: Revenue from multiple dining venues including Maple Steak & Ale, Native Harvest Buffet, Sticks Sports Book & Grill, The Tavern, Cascades Lounge, and Cedars Coffee
3. Hotel Accommodations: 150-room hotel with banquet rooms and meeting space for overnight stays
4. Entertainment & Events: Revenue from concert tickets, live entertainment events, and venue rentals
5. Spa Services: Sweetgrass Spa providing relaxation and wellness services
6. Gift Shop: Reflections Gift Shop retail merchandise

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort operates a 130,000+ square foot integrated casino and hospitality resort offering gaming (1,200+ slot machines, Vegas-style table games, 650-seat bingo, sports betting at Sticks Sports Book & Grill), a 150-room hotel with banquet and meeting space, multiple dining venues including Maple Steak & Ale, Native Harvest Buffet, and an on-site craft brewery (Maple Brewing), live entertainment, a full-service spa, gift shop, and event/wedding facilities. The resort targets adult guests 18+ from Northern New York and cross-border Canadian markets seeking combined gaming, lodging, dining, and entertainment experiences.

Product overview

Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort is a integrated casino and hospitality complex operated by the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe. The property features a unified gaming and hospitality platform combining casino gaming (slots, table games, bingo, sports betting via Sticks Sports Book & Grill), hotel accommodations (150-room AMCR Hotel, Player's Inn, RV Park), dining venues (Maple Steak & Ale, Native Harvest Buffet, The Tavern, Maple Brewing brewery, Cascades Lounge, Cedars Coffee), entertainment programming, and event planning services. The property also offers digital engagement tools including a mobile app with geofence capabilities, an online player portal for loyalty program management, and SMS text alert services. The Winners Club loyalty program connects across all gaming and hospitality offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Winners Club: Player rewards and loyalty program for casino guests
• Mohawk Bingo Palace
• Sticks Sports Book & Grill
• Maple Brewing
• Maple Steak & Ale
• Native Harvest Buffet
• The Tavern
• Cascades Lounge
• Cedars Coffee
• Sweetgrass Spa
• Player's Inn
• Reflections Gift Shop
• Embers

Products and services

• Slot Machines Over 1,200 of the latest slot machines offering a variety of gaming options for casino guests aged 18 and above.
• Table Games Vegas-style table games providing traditional casino gaming experiences for adult guests.
• Bingo (Mohawk Bingo Palace) Bingo gaming at the 650-seat Mohawk Bingo Palace venue, with special events including Veterans Day Bingo.
• Sticks Sports Book & Grill 5,000-square-foot sports betting venue with IGT PlaySports kiosks, featuring a 9x13 foot HD video wall, 18 additional televisions, 4 betting kiosks, manned ticket-writing window, full-service grill, and VIP area.
• AMCR Hotel 150-room hotel featuring banquet rooms, meeting space, Sweetgrass Spa, and indoor pool for overnight accommodations and event hosting.
• Maple Steak & Ale Full-service steakhouse restaurant featuring premium cuts and craft beer selection with over 8 handcrafted beers on tap.
• Native Harvest Buffet All-you-can-eat buffet featuring Native American-inspired cuisine.
• The Tavern Casual dining venue serving pub-style food and beverages.
• Maple Brewing On-site craft brewery featuring Belgian Witbier, Winter Ale, Double IPA, Lager, Pilsner, and Porters with seasonal and limited edition offerings. The first casino brewery in New York State.
• Cascades Lounge Bar and lounge featuring live entertainment, DJs, and bands on weekends, expanded to include electronic craps, roulette, and blackjack gaming.
• Cedars Coffee Coffee kiosk featuring Starbucks beverages and pastries, located in the hotel lobby.
• Player's Inn Hotel accommodation option adjacent to the casino property.
• RV Park Recreational vehicle parking facilities for guests traveling with RVs.
• VIP Services Premium services for high-value guests including exclusive gaming and dining rewards.
• Winners Club Loyalty Program Points-based loyalty rewards program where guests earn points through play that can be redeemed for slot play, cash, and other rewards, with tier progression and personalized offers.
• Embers Smoking Room State-of-the-art designated smoking room facility for casino guests, opened August 2024.
• Reflections Gift Shop On-site gift shop offering souvenirs and items for casino guests.
• Business Meetings Corporate meeting and conference facilities for business events.
• Weddings Wedding venue services including ceremony and reception planning.
• Bus Tours Group tour accommodation services for organized casino visits with coordinated transportation.
• Entertainment Live entertainment programming including concerts, tribute acts, and live DJs and bands.
• Mobile App Mobile application available for iOS and Android providing 24/7 access to offers, promotions, and account management, with geofence-based promotions and background location tracking for relevant offers.
• Online Player Portal Web-based portal for viewing offers, checking tier card progress, updating account information, and requesting win/loss statements.
• SMS Text Alerts SMS text alert program providing promotions, special offers, and event updates, with enrollment via text JOIN to 60652 or website signup.

Quantifiable outcome

• Near 20% increase in revenue metrics during Pro Football Frenzy promotion vs prior year
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Ellis Chevrolet GMC of MaloneminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 January 2020Vehicle donation partnership for promotional giveaways including the $65,000 Road to Riches grand prize of a 2026 GMC Terrain Denali AWD.
• The Stars GroupcoreTechnology or Integration · 27 November 2019Partnership for retail sports betting using International Game Technology (IGT) PlaySports kiosks. The Stars Group provided technology and platform for sports wagering operations at Sticks Sports Book & Grill. The agreement also included option to operate and brand real-money online sports betting, poker, and casinos in New York on a first-skin basis.
• International Game Technology (IGT)coreTechnology or Integration · 27 November 2019Provider of PlaySports kiosk technology for legal sports wagers at the casino property. IGT equipment enabled the acceptance of sports betting at the venue.
• Engaged NationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 August 2019Digital marketing agency providing the REACH patent-pending platform for gamified promotions including Pro Football Frenzy interactive football promotion that drove measurable revenue increases.
• The Stars GroupcoreTechnology or Integration · 9 July 2019Global iGaming leader partnership to support introduction of retail sports betting and potential online betting and gaming solutions including FOX Bet and PokerStars brands.
• Maple Brewing Distribution PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 March 2019Plans to distribute Maple Brewing craft beer to surrounding bars, restaurants, and businesses in the region.
• Ronald McDonald House CharitiesminorOthers · 14 June 2018Beneficiary of AMCR's First Annual Charity Golf Tournament raising over $50,000 with $25,000 donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities in Burlington Vermont.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Rivers Casino (multiple NY locations): Commercial casino operator with multiple New York locations including Schenectady, featuring slots, table games, sports betting, hotel, dining, and entertainment. Direct competitor for the upstate NY gaming market.
• Mohegan Sun: Tribally-owned integrated casino resort operated by the Mohegan Tribe, featuring slots, table games, hotel, dining, entertainment, and sports betting. Closely comparable to AMCR as another large tribal gaming and hospitality complex with a similar multi-revenue-stream business model.
• Foxwoods Resort Casino: Tribally-owned integrated casino resort operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, featuring extensive gaming, hotel towers, dining, and entertainment venues. Highly comparable in operating model and scale tier to AMCR.
• Wind Creek Bethlehem: Tribally-owned (Poarch Band of Creek Indians) casino and hotel resort in Bethlehem, PA, featuring extensive gaming, hotel, dining, and entertainment. Comparable to AMCR as a tribally-operated integrated resort with a regional catchment.
• Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino: Tribally-owned casino resort operated by the Seneca Nation of Indians in Western New York, with slots, table games, hotel, spa, dining, and entertainment. Most direct geographic peer to AMCR among New York tribal operators.
• del Lago Resort & Casino: Commercial casino resort in Waterloo, NY offering slots, table games, sports betting, hotel, and multiple dining venues. Direct New York regional competitor with overlapping offerings but commercial (non-tribal) ownership.
• Turning Stone Resort Casino: Tribally-owned casino resort operated by the Oneida Indian Nation in Verona, NY, featuring a full gaming floor, multiple hotels, golf, dining, and a sportsbook. Comparable New York tribal competitor with similar integrated-reset positioning.
• Resorts World Catskills: Commercial casino resort in the Catskills region of New York featuring gaming, hotel, dining, and entertainment. Regional New York competitor to AMCR with similar destination-resort positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Caesars Entertainment: Large publicly-traded gaming and hospitality operator with properties nationwide. Comparable in offering breadth (gaming, hotel, dining, sportsbook) but operates at significantly larger scale and is not a tribally-owned entity.
• Boyd Gaming: Diversified casino operator with regional gaming properties across the US, including integrated resorts with hotels and dining. Comparable in regional casino resort model but operates a multi-property commercial portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MohawkCasino
• Facebookfacebook.com/mohawkcasino
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/akwesasne-mohawk-casino-resort

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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