What Kiowa Casino does

Kiowa Casino is a tribal gaming and hospitality enterprise operated by the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, headquartered in Devol, Oklahoma. The company runs a portfolio of casino properties anchored by the flagship Kiowa Casino & Hotel in Devol, with an additional operating location in Carnegie and a third property, Elk Creek Kiowa Casino in Hobart, that opened in Summer 2025. The flagship property spans over 63,000 square feet of gaming space featuring 700+ slot machines from manufacturers including VGT, Bally, and Aristocrat, alongside live table games (blackjack, roulette, 3-card poker, Ultimate Texas Hold-Em), three dining venues (Morning Star Steakhouse for fine dining, Winners Circle Cafe for casual meals, and The Bar with 40+ beers on tap), and a 60+ room hotel with modern amenities and meeting/event spaces. A dedicated premium Showcase Lounge was added to elevate the high-limit slot offering.

The business model is a direct-to-consumer, walk-in retail entertainment destination serving a regional drive market spanning southwest Oklahoma (Lawton, ~30 minutes) and north Texas (Wichita Falls, ~15 minutes). Revenue is generated through house edge on slot and table wagers, hotel room bookings, food and beverage sales, and event/catering services. Marketing is executed through the company website, Facebook and Instagram, email communications, promotional events (Hometown Heroes, Tribal Elder Day, Military Appreciation, Birthday Rewards, slot tournaments), and the multi-tier Kiowa Rewards Club loyalty program (Bronze, Gold, Platinum, Diamond), which provides points, freeplay incentives, and exclusive promotions. Customer segments include casual gaming enthusiasts, tribal elders, active-duty and veteran military personnel, and birthday celebrants, with no B2B or enterprise accounts.

Operationally, Kiowa Casino functions under the oversight of the Kiowa Casino Operations Authority (KCOA), led by Director T.W. Shannon (former Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and former CEO of Chickasaw Community Bank), with gaming regulated by the Kiowa Gaming Commission. The enterprise employs 251-500 staff across its properties and is supported by third-party platforms for hotel reservations (OnAgilysys), restaurant bookings (OpenTable), and HR/careers (Paycom). The company does not operate online gaming, does not disclose financial results publicly, and reinvests revenue into tribal community programs and ongoing property expansion.

Name

Kiowa Casino

Legal name

Kiowa Casino & Hotel

Website

https://kiowacasino.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Kiowa Casino is a tribally-owned gaming and hospitality enterprise operated by the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma, running three casino properties across southwest Oklahoma featuring slots, table games, dining, a hotel, and a player rewards program serving a regional Oklahoma-Texas drive market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casino Gaming & Hospitality

NAICS

Casino Hotels (721120), Casino Hotels (72112), Casinos (except Casino Hotels) (713210)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Tribal/First Nations Casino Operations (MPAEAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Casino Food, Beverage & Nightlife Operations (MPAEAAAI)

Keywords

• Casino gaming
• Tribal casino
• Slot machines
• Casino hotel
• Player rewards

Headquarters

HQ city

Devol

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Casino Gaming: Primary revenue from slot machine play and table game wagering. The casino operates over 700 slot machines and multiple table games including blackjack, roulette, poker variants. Revenue is generated through house edge on wagers.
2. Hotel Accommodations: On-site hotel with 60+ king rooms offering modern amenities. Revenue from overnight stays and room bookings.
3. Food & Beverage: Three dining venues: Morning Star Steakhouse (fine dining), Winners Circle Cafe (casual), and The Bar (beverages). Revenue from food and drink sales.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kiowa Casino is a tribally-owned gaming and hospitality enterprise that operates slot machines (700+ at flagship, 110+ at Carnegie, 250+ planned at Elk Creek), live table games (blackjack, roulette, poker variants), a 60+ room hotel, three on-site dining venues, and a free tiered player rewards program. It serves as a walk-in entertainment destination for the Oklahoma-Texas border drive-market and is expanding with a new property in Hobart.

Product overview

Kiowa Casino operates a portfolio of gaming and hospitality properties in Oklahoma, centered around its flagship Kiowa Casino & Hotel in Devol, supplemented by Kiowa Casino Carnegie and the upcoming Elk Creek Kiowa Casino in Hobart. The property offers a comprehensive gaming floor with over 700 slot machines and table games including blackjack, roulette, and poker, alongside three distinct dining venues (Morning Star Steakhouse for fine dining, Winners Circle Cafe for casual meals, and The Bar for drinks). Accommodations include a 60-room hotel with modern amenities and meeting/event spaces. The Kiowa Rewards Club loyalty program provides points and exclusive rewards across all properties. The company also recently broke ground on a premium Showcase Lounge for high-limit slot play.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Morning Star Steakhouse: Fine dining restaurant serving flame-kissed steaks, sizzling seafood, and decadent pasta. Located at Kiowa Casino & Hotel.
• Winners Circle Cafe
• The Bar
• Kiowa Hotel
• Kiowa Rewards Club
• Showcase Lounge

Products and services

• Kiowa Casino & Hotel (Devol Flagship) Flagship 24/7 casino property in Devol, Oklahoma on the Texas border, offering 700+ slot machines, table games (blackjack, roulette, poker), three dining venues, and a 60+ room hotel. Targets adult walk-in gaming, dining, and lodging guests from the Oklahoma-Texas drive-market.
• Kiowa Casino Carnegie Secondary casino property in Carnegie, Oklahoma, offering 110+ slot machines from VGT, Bally, and Aristocrat and an on-site cafe serving comfort food and domestic beer. Targets local Carnegie-area gaming customers.
• Elk Creek Kiowa Casino New Kiowa Casino property opening in Summer 2025 in Hobart, Oklahoma, featuring 250+ slot machines and a Boomarang Diner. First Kiowa Casino location in Kiowa County, targeting Hobart-area drive-market customers.
• Slot Machines 700+ slot machines including classic, progressive, and high-stakes titles from VGT, Bally, and Aristocrat (e.g., Dragon Link, Dancing Drums, Mr. Money Bags), available 24/7. Targets adult slot gaming enthusiasts.
• Table Games Live table games including blackjack, roulette, 3-card poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold-Em, with friendly dealers for beginners. Targets adult table game players.
• Kiowa Hotel 60+ room hotel connected to the casino offering king beds, modern baths, 43-inch LED TVs, Keurig coffee makers, in-room movies, complimentary Wi-Fi, and meeting/event spaces for up to 25 guests. Targets casino guests and small corporate or social event bookings.
• Morning Star Steakhouse Fine dining restaurant serving 21-day aged Midwestern USDA Choice steaks, sizzling seafood (including lobster tail), and pasta dishes. Open daily 3 PM–10 PM. Targets casino guests and local diners seeking premium dining.
• Winners Circle Cafe Casual quick-service cafe offering breakfast buffet (8 AM–10:30 AM), burgers, tacos, and comfort food. Open 8 AM–12 AM. Targets casino guests wanting fast meals while gaming.
• The Bar Full-service bar and lounge offering 40+ beers on tap, 20+ specialty cocktails, and sports TV viewing. Open daily 10 AM–2 AM. Targets casino guests and local bar patrons.
• Kiowa Rewards Club Free loyalty program with Bronze, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond tiers offering points, freeplay, exclusive promotions, and VIP events. New members receive up to $20 freeplay. Targets repeat casino visitors seeking tier-based perks.
• Meetings and Events Two versatile meeting rooms with audio/video equipment and catering from Morning Star Steakhouse and Winners Circle Cafe, accommodating up to 25 guests for corporate events, parties, and celebrations. Targets small business and social event bookers.
• Showcase Lounge Dedicated premium slot lounge featuring the newest and hottest slot titles in a refined atmosphere. Targets high-limit slot enthusiasts seeking a premium gaming experience.

Quantifiable outcome

• $20 freeplay for new Rewards Club members
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa: Tribal casino hotel in Tulsa, OK operated under the Hard Rock brand, combining slots, table games, hotel rooms, multiple dining venues, and live entertainment. Comparable full-service casino resort model targeting both locals and destination visitors.
• WinStar World Casino and Resort: Operated by the Chickasaw Nation in Thackerville, OK - one of the largest gaming properties in the world and an Oklahoma tribal casino hotel. Directly comparable business model (tribal casino + hotel + dining) with overlapping customer draw from the same region.
• Choctaw Casino & Resort: One of the largest tribal casino resort operators in Oklahoma with a flagship property in Durant, offering slots, table games, hotels, dining, and entertainment under the same tribal-state regulatory model. Highly comparable on business model, customer base, and multi-product offering despite larger scale.
• River Spirit Casino Resort: Tribal casino resort in Tulsa, OK operated by the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, offering slots, table games, hotel, dining, and entertainment. Comparable in scope (casino, hotel, F&B, rewards program) and regulatory structure.
• Buffalo Run Casino & Resort: Peoria Tribe casino resort in Miami, OK, with slots, table games, hotel, dining, and concert venue. Tribal casino hotel business model and customer segments closely aligned with Kiowa Casino's regional gaming and hospitality offering.
• Cimarron Casino: Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma casino in Perkins, OK, offering slot gaming and dining. Small to mid-sized tribal casino operation in Oklahoma with similar regulatory context and customer profile to Kiowa Casino.
• Lucky Star Casino: Operated by the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes in central/western Oklahoma, offering slots, table games, and dining at multiple locations. Comparable smaller-scale tribal casino operations and rewards program structure.
• Downstream Casino Resort: Quapaw Tribe casino resort in northeast Oklahoma featuring slots, table games, hotel, spa, and dining. Tribal-operated casino hotel model directly comparable to Kiowa Casino's multi-property footprint and amenities mix.
• Comanche Red River Hotel Casino: Also a tribal casino hotel in southwest Oklahoma, located near Lawton and serving the same Oklahoma-Texas border drive market as Kiowa Casino. Same regulatory model (tribal/state compacts), same customer profile, and similar scale of gaming floor, hotel, and dining.

Broad incumbents

• MGM Resorts International: Major publicly traded multi-property casino resort operator with comprehensive gaming, hotel, dining, and rewards programs (MGM Rewards). Not directly competitive due to geographic and jurisdictional differences, but serves as a relevant strategic and operational benchmark for a multi-property gaming and hospitality enterprise.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/kiowacasino
• Instagraminstagram.com/kiowacasino
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kiowa-casino

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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