Poker Rooms in Connecticut
Connecticut is home to two of the most significant poker rooms in the northeastern United States, with 147 tables split between Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun. Foxwoods operates the largest poker room on the East Coast with 114 tables and hosts the prestigious WPT World Poker Finals, while Mohegan Sun's 33-table room offers a more intimate but equally high-quality experience with its own WPT stop. Located just 15 minutes apart in southeastern Connecticut, the two tribal mega-resorts serve as the primary poker destination for players from New England, New York, and beyond.
Connecticut Poker at a Glance
Best Poker Rooms by Category
Our top picks in Connecticut for different player types.
Best for Beginners
Mohegan Sun Poker Room — 33-table room with a welcoming atmosphere, accessible $1/$2 NL games, and a world-class resort complex that makes a poker trip feel like a vacation
Best for Tournaments
Foxwoods Resort Casino Poker Room — hosts the WPT World Poker Finals, one of the most prestigious WPT stops, with large guaranteed events and deep fields that draw the best players in the Northeast
Best for High Stakes
Foxwoods Resort Casino Poker Room — spreads $50/$100 NL and above, with a dedicated high-stakes section and the deepest player pool on the East Coast outside of Borgata
Best Atmosphere
Mohegan Sun Poker Room — award-winning resort complex with Sky Tower and Earth Tower hotels, WPT Mohegan Sun stop, and a refined poker experience that balances competitive play with luxury
Top Poker Rooms in Connecticut
Destination-level rooms — the best places to play in Connecticut.
Foxwoods Resort Casino Poker Room
Mashantucket, CT · tribal casino
Tournaments: WPT Foxwoods World Poker Finals — one of the most prestigious WPT stops; large guaranteed events; MGM Grand Poker Series
Regional Poker Rooms
Strong regional rooms with regular action.
Mohegan Sun Poker Room
Uncasville · tribal casino
1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT 06382
Connecticut Poker Room Comparison
| Room | Tables | Stakes | Games | Hours | Tourney | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwoods Resort Casino Poker Room | 114 | $1/$2 NL–$50/$100 NL and above | No-Limit Hold'em, Pot-Limit Omaha, Limit Hold'em | 24/7 | ✓ | 4.7 |
| Mohegan Sun Poker Room | 33 | $1/$2 NL–$10/$20 NL | No-Limit Hold'em, Pot-Limit Omaha, Mixed Games | 24/7 | ✓ | 4.4 |
Local Tips for Connecticut Poker
Insider advice to help you get the most out of your sessions.
Foxwoods is the poker-first destination — with 114 tables, you'll find every game type and stake level running 24/7, including stud and mixed games that are rare elsewhere on the East Coast.
Mohegan Sun's 33-table room is the better choice when you want a more curated experience — the cash games tend to run tighter with stronger regulars, and the resort amenities (Elemis spa, celebrity chef restaurants) are top-tier.
Both rooms are only 15 minutes apart — if your preferred stakes or game isn't running at one, call ahead to the other before making the drive.
High-stakes action at Foxwoods runs deep, with $5/$10, $10/$20, and $50/$100 NL games spreading regularly — plan your bankroll accordingly if you're targeting the bigger games.
Getting There
Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Hartford is 90 minutes from both rooms. T.F. Green Airport (PVD) in Providence is 60 minutes away. Most players drive from NYC (2.5 hours via I-95), Boston (2 hours via I-395), or Hartford (1 hour). Both resorts offer free self-parking with massive garages, and free shuttle buses run between them.
Peak Times
Weekend nights from Friday through Sunday are the busiest at both rooms. The WPT World Poker Finals at Foxwoods and the WPT Mohegan Sun stop create the biggest tournament traffic. Summer weekends, holiday periods, and New England Patriots game weekends all boost player counts. Winter months see strong action from players avoiding travel to AC.