What Mazatzal Casino does

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino is a tribal gaming enterprise wholly owned and operated by the Tonto Apache Tribe on its 85-acre reservation in Payson, Arizona, approximately 90 miles from Phoenix. The integrated resort operates an 88,000 square foot facility comprising a 375-slot-machine casino floor, table games (Blackjack), keno, poker, and a sportsbook, alongside a 40-suite boutique hotel, three distinct dining venues (Cedar Ridge Restaurant, The Grille, and Apache Spirits Sports Bar), and dedicated event/banquet facilities.

The property's technology stack is primarily composed of third-party integrations rather than proprietary systems: Fanatics Sportsbook powers the sports wagering operation with live spreads and money lines, OnAgilysys handles online hotel booking and reservations, and Etix.com manages ticketing for live entertainment events. The MAZ'Tastic Rewards players club functions as the customer relationship layer, tracking play and distributing promotional offers via email.

Commercially, Mazatzal operates as a direct-to-consumer retail entertainment destination with no third-party distribution or enterprise customers. Revenue is generated across four streams: gaming operations (the primary economic engine), hotel accommodations (40 suites), food and beverage (three concepts plus happy hour programming), and event hosting/banquets (weddings, corporate functions, conferences). Geographic demand is sourced from local Payson residents and drive-in tourists from the Phoenix metro area, Flagstaff, and the White Mountains, supplemented by a free FunBus shuttle service connecting Phoenix-area cities to the property.

Name

Mazatzal Casino

Legal name

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino

Website

https://mazatzalcasino.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casino & Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Casino Hotels (721120), Gambling Industries (7132)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Tribal/First Nations Casino Operations (MPAEAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Tribal/Indigenous Casino Hotels (THAGAJAE)

Keywords

• Casino gaming services
• Tribal gaming resort
• Slot machine gaming
• Hotel hospitality services
• Sports betting

Headquarters

HQ city

Payson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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: Primary revenue from casino gaming including 375 slot machines, table games (Blackjack), poker, keno, and sports betting. Casino operates Monday-Thursday 7am-midnight, Friday-Sunday 24 hours until Sunday midnight.
2. Food & Beverage: Restaurant and bar services including Cedar Ridge Restaurant (fine dining), The Grille, and Apache Spirits Sports Bar with happy hour specials. Revenue from menu sales, alcohol, and catering for events.
3. Hotel Accommodations: 40-suite boutique hotel with indoor pool, conference room, and views of Mazatzal Mountains. Revenue from overnight stays and suite bookings.
4. Event Hosting & Banquets: Special events including weddings, anniversaries, corporate parties, conferences, and banquets. Revenue from venue rental, catering packages, and event planning services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Mazatzal Casino operates a tribal gaming and hospitality destination on the Tonto Apache Reservation in Payson, Arizona, offering approximately 375 slot machines, table games, retail sports betting, a 40-suite boutique hotel, multiple dining venues, and event hosting services. The property is owned and operated by the Tonto Apache Tribe and serves adult consumers seeking gaming, lodging, dining, and entertainment experiences.

Product overview

Mazatzal Hotel & Casino is a gaming enterprise operated by the Tonto Apache Tribe, offering an integrated resort experience combining casino gaming, hotel accommodations, dining, entertainment, and event venues. The property features a 35,000+ square foot casino floor with 375 slot machines, table games including Blackjack, and Fanatics-powered sports betting. Accommodations include a 40-suite boutique hotel overlooking the Mazatzal Mountains with indoor pool and jacuzzi. Dining options encompass Cedar Ridge Restaurant (fine dining), The Grille (casual), and Apache Spirits Sports Bar. The property also hosts special events and banquets in multiple venues, supported by a loyalty program (MAZ'Tastic Rewards) and complimentary FunBus transportation service from Phoenix metro areas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cedar Ridge Restaurant: Fine dining restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner year-round.
• The Grille
• Apache Spirits Sports Bar
• My MAZ'Tastic Rewards

Products and services

• Slot Machine Gaming Approximately 375 slot machines operated on the gaming floor for adult patrons seeking electronic gaming entertainment.
• Table Games Live dealer table games offered on the gaming floor for adult patrons.
• Sports Betting (Fanatics partnership) Retail sports betting offered through a partnership with Fanatics, enabling on-site wagering and online sportsbook access for adult patrons.
• Boutique Hotel 40-suite boutique hotel providing overnight accommodations for casino guests and leisure travelers visiting Payson, Arizona.
• Cedar Ridge Restaurant On-site full-service restaurant serving casino guests and visitors.
• The Grille On-site casual dining venue serving casino guests and visitors.
• Apache Spirits Sports Bar On-site sports bar offering beverages and a viewing environment for sports and sports betting patrons.
• Event Hosting and Banquets Event and banquet hosting services for group gatherings, celebrations, and meetings held at the casino property.
• MAZ'Tastic Rewards Loyalty Program Player loyalty program that tracks patron play and rewards repeat visitors with benefits and comps.
• FunBus Shuttle Service Shuttle transportation service that brings visitors to the casino from surrounding areas.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Fanatics SportsbookcoreTechnology or IntegrationFanatics Sportsbook provides the sports betting technology platform for Mazatzal Casino's sports wagering operations. The partnership enables big bets on major games with up-to-date spreads and money lines, featuring new cutting-edge sports betting technology for the Mazatzal Event Betting platform.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino: Gila River Indian Community flagship integrated resort in Chandler, Arizona. Direct comparable as a large Arizona tribal casino with hotel, multiple dining venues, and entertainment that competes for Phoenix-area guests.
• Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort: Navajo Nation tribal casino resort in Flagstaff, Arizona. Direct comparable as a regional Arizona tribal casino with hotel, dining, and entertainment targeting drive-to guests from Phoenix and northern Arizona.
• Casino Arizona: Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community casino property in Salt River, Arizona, near Scottsdale. Direct comparable as a tribal casino competing for the same Phoenix metro drive-to market as Mazatzal.
• Talking Stick Resort: Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community casino resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. Direct comparable as an Arizona tribal gaming property with hotel, multiple F&B outlets, and entertainment—competing for the same Phoenix-metro drive-to customer as Mazatzal.
• Hon-Dah Resort Casino: White Mountain Apache Tribe casino and hotel in Pinetop-Lakeside, Arizona. Direct comparable as a smaller, drive-to Arizona tribal casino resort with lodging and F&B serving a regional population.
• Gila River Hotels & Casinos: Multi-property Arizona tribal casino operator (Wild Horse Pass, Lone Butte, Vee Quiva) operated by the Gila River Indian Community. Direct comparable as a tribal enterprise running multiple integrated casino resorts targeting Phoenix-area guests.
• Desert Diamond Casinos: Tohono O'odham Nation gaming operator with multiple Arizona properties (Tucson, Sahuarita, West Valley, Willcox). Direct comparable as a multi-site Arizona tribal casino enterprise competing across the state's drive-to gaming market.
• Cliff Castle Casino Hotel: Yavapai-Apache Nation tribal casino and hotel in Camp Verde, Arizona. Direct comparable as a smaller Arizona tribal casino resort with hotel and F&B competing for drive-to traffic from Phoenix and regional visitors.
• Fort McDowell Casino / We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort: Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation casino resort in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Direct comparable as a Phoenix-area Arizona tribal casino with hotel, dining, and entertainment targeting the same metropolitan drive-to guests.

Regional players

• Spirit Mountain Casino: Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde casino resort in Oregon. Comparable as a tribal-owned integrated casino resort with hotel, dining, and entertainment, but operates in a different regional market rather than directly competing with Mazatzal in Arizona.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Mazatzal-All-Suite-Hotel-Casino-552869634813491
• Instagraminstagram.com/mazatzalcasino
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mazatzal-casino

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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