Room location, table count and operating hours are published by The Venetian. The address, age requirement and contact information are also listed by PokerAtlas and the resort’s poker-rate information page.

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Where Is the Venetian Poker Room?

Despite retaining the Venetian name, the poker room is located on The Palazzo side of the resort, on Level 2 of the Grand Canal Shoppes. On the resort map, it is identified as Location 330.

Players arriving through The Palazzo parking garage can park on Level P2, take the nearby elevator to Level 2 and enter the Grand Canal Shoppes. The resort’s directions tell players to turn left near Liam’s Den and Bubble Bar, after which the poker-room entrance is straight ahead.

This placement makes The Palazzo garage the most convenient option for players driving to the property. Visitors entering through The Venetian casino can still reach the room through the resort and shopping complex, but should allow extra walking time.

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A Newer, Larger Poker Room

The present room opened on August 1, 2024, replacing the property’s previous casino-floor poker space. The relocation expanded the room to 50 tables and moved it into a dedicated area between The Venetian and The Palazzo.

The layout includes televisions, charging connections at player seats, dedicated restrooms, a self-service beverage station and kiosks for Venetian Rewards and sports wagering. PokerAtlas also lists tableside food, cocktail service, Wi-Fi, massage service and adjustable seating among the room’s amenities.

A separate poker studio supports livestreamed cash games and tournament final tables under the Venetian Poker Live brand. That feature gives the room an additional role as a poker-content and tournament-broadcast venue rather than only a traditional casino cardroom.

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Cash Games at the Venetian Poker Room

No-Limit Hold’em forms an important part of the Venetian cash-game lineup, but the room can also spread Pot-Limit Omaha, Omaha Hi-Lo and Limit Hold’em when enough players are interested.

The resort’s official promotions page says organized groups may request games starting as low as $1/$3 No-Limit Hold’em or $4/$8 Limit Hold’em. PokerAtlas lists No-Limit Hold’em, Pot-Limit Omaha, Omaha 8 or Better and Limit Hold’em among the room’s regular game types.

Actual tables, stakes, buy-in ranges and waiting lists change throughout the day. Lower-stakes Hold’em games will generally offer the broadest accessibility, while Omaha, mixed games and higher-limit tables depend more heavily on player demand.

Players traveling specifically for a particular game should call the poker room shortly before arriving. A game that ran the previous evening may not be active the following morning.

Cash-Game Rewards

At the most recent verification, players earn $2 in Poker Rewards for each hour of tracked cash-game play. The player must give a Venetian Rewards card to the dealer and remain properly recorded during the session.

The rewards can be redeemed at participating resort outlets and may also be used for tournament entries, poker-room merchandise and massage services. Published terms state that rewards expire after 365 days without poker activity. Because earning rates and redemption rules can change, players should confirm the current policy at the podium.

Cash-Game Promotions

The Venetian regularly publishes cash-game promotions involving high hands, bad beats and card- or suit-based bonuses. Promotional dates, qualifying games, minimum-hand requirements and payout procedures change, sometimes monthly.

Players should read the official rules before making strategic or travel decisions around a promotion. Being seated in the room does not automatically mean every table, game or hand qualifies.

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Venetian Poker Tournaments and the DeepStack Series

The Venetian is particularly well known for tournament poker. Its main tournament brand, the DeepStack Poker Series, operates through three broad festival categories:

DeepStack Championship

The DeepStack Championship is the room’s major summer festival. It generally offers the largest schedule, bigger guarantees and partnerships with established poker tours. The series attracts recreational players, traveling professionals and players already in Las Vegas for the summer tournament season.

DeepStack Showdown

DeepStack Showdown festivals generally emphasize lower and middle buy-ins, shorter events and schedules aimed at both visitors and regional players. These series often include one-day tournaments, bounty formats and affordable multiday events.

DeepStack Extravaganza

DeepStack Extravaganza is the room’s recurring tournament-series brand. The official Venetian description emphasizes larger starting stacks, longer levels and structures intended to provide more play than a typical fast daily tournament.

Exact dates, buy-ins, guarantees and partnerships change from one festival to the next. Players should use the official schedule and structure sheets for the specific series they plan to attend rather than relying on an older calendar.

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What to Check Before Entering a Venetian Tournament

A tournament listing should be reviewed beyond its headline buy-in. Important details include:

1. The portion of the entry retained as fees.

2. Starting-stack size.

3. Blind-level length.

4. Late-registration deadline.

5. Reentry or rebuy rules.

6. Whether the event has multiple starting flights.

7. The scheduled Day 2 or final-table restart.

8. Bounty amounts, where applicable.

9. Age restrictions for Seniors or Ladies events.

10. Whether the guarantee includes bounties or applies only to the traditional prize pool.

Official Venetian tournament materials state that players must be at least 21 and possess a Venetian Rewards card to participate. Players should also bring valid government-issued identification and arrive early enough to complete registration before the desired starting level.

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Venetian Rewards Card

Venetian Rewards is the resort’s loyalty program. Tournament players need an account, while cash-game players use the card to track hours and earn poker rewards.

The resort operates Venetian Rewards desks on both The Venetian and The Palazzo sides. Players can also begin the registration process online, although identity verification or collection of a physical card may still need to be completed at the property.

A player should present the card whenever joining a cash game and confirm that the session has been recorded correctly. Untracked play may not count toward rewards, poker hotel rates or parking qualification.
 

Parking at the Venetian Poker Room

Players who complete at least three hours in a cash game or tournament qualify for complimentary self-parking for that day. The player must visit a poker-room supervisor at the end of the session to have the parking benefit confirmed.

The Palazzo garage is the most direct option because designated poker parking is available on Level P2 near the elevators leading to the room.

For players who do not qualify for poker validation, The Venetian publishes separate rates for hotel guests, non-hotel visitors and valet parking. Nevada residents can ordinarily receive three complimentary hours by scanning a valid Nevada driver’s license, although that benefit may be unavailable during special-event parking periods. Rates and event policies are subject to change.

Practical reminder: Do not leave the room after a qualifying session without speaking to a supervisor. Parking validation may not be applied automatically.

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Food and Drinks

The room offers beverage service and food-delivery options designed to let players remain at the table. Grand Lux Café is specifically identified by the resort as a tableside dining option, and poker rewards can be redeemed there when eligible.

The Grand Canal Shoppes and The Palazzo contain additional quick-service and full-service restaurants within walking distance. Players entering a tournament should check the scheduled break structure before ordering a full meal, as food arriving during active play can be difficult to manage.

Players with allergies or dietary restrictions should confirm ingredients directly with the restaurant rather than relying on poker-room staff.

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Staying at The Venetian or The Palazzo

The Venetian publishes special suite rates for qualifying poker players. Availability, nightly prices, resort fees, blackout dates and play requirements can change.

Published terms require the reservation to be connected to a Venetian Rewards account, with poker play properly tracked throughout the stay. The resort may adjust the room rate to the standard prevailing price when the required amount of play is not completed.

Before booking a poker rate, ask for written confirmation of:

• The qualifying cash-game hours or tournament entry required per night.

• The applicable resort fee.

• Whether another guest’s play can count.

• The deadline for completing the required play.

• What rate will apply if the requirement is missed.

• Whether the reservation can be changed or canceled.

Players who value the shortest walk to the poker room may prefer The Palazzo side of the property, although both hotel towers are connected within the same resort complex. More details are available on our Venetian Hotel Page.

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How to Plan a First Visit

1. Create a Venetian Rewards account

Tournament players need one, and cash-game players need it to track rewards and qualifying play.

2. Check the live game or tournament information

Call the room before traveling for a specific cash game. For tournaments, review the current schedule and the individual structure sheet.

3. Use The Palazzo parking garage

Park near the poker-designated area on Level P2 when spaces are available.

4. Allow time to find the room

Take the elevator to Level 2 of the Grand Canal Shoppes. First-time visitors should arrive earlier than they would for a casino-floor room.

5. Join the appropriate list or register

Ask the podium about open seats, buy-in requirements, the waiting-list process and any active promotions.

6. Present your rewards card

Make sure the dealer or tournament staff records your play correctly.

7. Validate parking before leaving

After three qualifying hours, speak with a supervisor before exiting the room.

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Who Is the Venetian Poker Room Best Suited For?

Based on its published features, the room is particularly well suited to:

Tournament travelers: The DeepStack calendar provides more tournament volume than a room limited to one or two daily events.

Cash players who want game selection: Fifty tables give the room capacity to run multiple stakes and variants when demand is strong.

Players staying on the Strip: The room is connected to two large resort towers, extensive dining and the Grand Canal Shoppes.

Long-session players: Around-the-clock operation, charging ports, food service and parking validation support extended sessions.

Poker-content viewers and creators: The dedicated studio gives Venetian Poker Live a permanent production space for selected broadcasts.

The principal logistical trade-off is the location. The room is not directly on the main casino floor, and visitors entering from The Venetian side may need additional time to reach it.

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Is the Venetian Poker Room Worth Visiting?

For players seeking a large Las Vegas poker room with 24-hour cash games, a major tournament program and extensive resort amenities, the Venetian deserves consideration.

Its strongest advantages are scale, tournament variety, parking validation and a dedicated poker environment separated from much of the casino-floor traffic. The best fit will depend on the game a player wants, the available stakes and the tournament schedule during the trip.

No room can guarantee that a particular cash game will be running at a particular time. Calling ahead and checking the latest official tournament information remain the most reliable ways to plan a visit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Venetian Poker Room located?

The room is on Level 2 of the Grand Canal Shoppes on The Palazzo side of The Venetian Resort. It is identified as Location 330 on the property map.

How many tables does the Venetian Poker Room have?

The room has 50 poker tables spread across approximately 14,000 square feet.

Is the Venetian Poker Room open 24 hours?

Yes. The official resort page lists the poker room as open 24 hours daily.

What cash games are available?

No-Limit Hold’em is a central part of the lineup. Depending on demand, the room may also spread Pot-Limit Omaha, Omaha 8 or Better and Limit Hold’em. Players should call for the current list.

Does the Venetian run poker tournaments?

Yes. The room hosts DeepStack Championship, DeepStack Showdown and DeepStack Extravaganza festivals, along with events involving partner tours.

Do tournament players need a Venetian Rewards card?

Yes. Official tournament materials state that players need a Venetian Rewards card and must be at least 21.

Does the Venetian offer free parking for poker players?

Players who complete at least three hours in a cash game or tournament receive complimentary self-parking for the day. A supervisor must confirm the qualifying play before the player leaves.

Do cash-game players earn rewards?

At the last verification, tracked cash-game play earned $2 in Poker Rewards per hour. Rates and redemption terms can change.

Are poker hotel rates available?

The resort publishes special rates for qualifying players at The Venetian and The Palazzo. Prices, resort fees, blackout dates and minimum-play requirements should be confirmed before booking.

Can food be delivered to the poker table?

The resort identifies Grand Lux Café as a tableside dining option. Additional ordering choices may be available through the room.

What is the Venetian Poker Room phone number?

The official poker-rate page lists the room number as 702-414-7657.

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Sources

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Poker at The Venetian Resort

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — DeepStack Poker Series

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Poker Room Promotions

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Poker Room Parking

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Poker Suite Rate Information

• The Venetian Resort Las Vegas — Resort Map and Parking Information

• PokerAtlas — Venetian Las Vegas Poker Room

• PokerNews — Venetian Poker Room coverage and opening history

Tournament schedules, promotions, rewards, parking prices and hotel-rate requirements can change. Readers should confirm all time-sensitive details directly with the poker room before traveling or making financial commitments. Adults only. Please play responsibly.