Resorts World NYC opens city’s first high-rollers room
13,657 ft² space with 48 tables and three private salons opened on 22 October
Key Takeaways
- Resorts World New York City opened the International Room on 22 October 2026, a 13,657 ft² high-rollers space with 48 tables and three private salons.
- The International Room offers high-limit baccarat, roulette and blackjack, dedicated hosts and 24-hour in-room dining.
- The resort will add 57 tables and 147 slot machines, bringing the complex to nearly 300 live tables and over 4,000 slots.
- Phase II of the integrated resort began in July with a US$5.5 billion budget that includes a 7,000-seat stadium and 2,000 hotel rooms.
Resorts World New York City (RWNYC) opened on 22 October 2026 its new [International Room](/casino), the city’s first high-rollers room, an exclusive high-stakes gaming space of approximately 13.657 square feet with 48 tables and three private salons. The opening coincided with the resort’s 15th anniversary and was attended by Queens-born rapper Nas.
Design and gaming offer
The International Room offers an intimate, high-end format designed for customers seeking privacy and personalised service. The space features 48 table games and three private salons oriented to high-limit play, including high-limit baccarat, roulette and blackjack. The private salons are bookable and allow service customisation according to individual client preferences, and they also offer expanded entertainment such as karaoke.
Guests in the International Room receive dedicated host services, an upgraded beverage offering and 24-hour access to hot and cold dining options without leaving the gaming room.
First-floor expansion and machine park figures
The opening is part of a wider first-floor expansion at RWNYC. The property will add 57 additional tables and 147 additional slot machines, bringing the total to nearly 300 live tables and more than 4,000 slot machines across the complex.
Context and development plans
RWNYC celebrated 15 years since its 2011 opening in Southeast Queens; since then the property has hosted millions of annual visitors and sustained links to New York State’s economy. The International Room opened less than seven months after RWNYC launched as “the first and only full‑scale casino” in the New York City area.
In July, the company began phase II of the integrated project, with an announced investment of US$5.5 billion for a resort that will include a stadium for 7,000 spectators, dozens of bars and restaurants, 2,000 hotel rooms and 11 acres of green space. The phase II announcement is detailed in recent [news](/news) from the operator.
Company and development voices
Meghan Taylor, Senior Vice President Government Affairs and Public Relations at Resorts World New York City, said the International Room represents “another important step toward the vision of a world‑class integrated resort here in Queens” and that until now players seeking this level of service had to leave the city to find it.
Robert DeSalvio, President of Development at Genting Americas East, said: “We are extremely proud of the speed with which we have built and opened this incredible space that delivers a new, elevated experience to our players.”
Event and local presence
The 22 October presentation featured Queens native Nas, underlining the resort’s ties to the borough and its strategy to mix entertainment, culture and luxury. The company says the International Room strengthens its ambition to position Queens as a destination for residents and visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Resorts World NYC open the International Room?
The International Room opened on 22 October 2026 during Resorts World New York City’s 15th anniversary celebration, with the attendance of artist Nas.
What capacity and games does the new high-rollers room offer?
The room occupies approximately 13,657 square feet and houses 48 tables and three private salons featuring high-limit games such as baccarat, roulette and blackjack.
How does the opening affect the resort’s total tables and machines?
The opening is part of an expansion that adds 57 tables and 147 slot machines, taking the complex to nearly 300 live tables and more than 4,000 slot machines.
What does the announced phase II include?
Phase II, which began construction in July, is part of a US$5.5 billion project that includes a 7,000-seat stadium, dozens of bars and restaurants, 2,000 hotel rooms and 11 acres of green space.
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