California's Graton Resort & Casino wins top awards for gaming and hospitality

Graton Resort & Casino has been recognized with multiple top honors in national and regional awards.

The Sonoma County resort claimed first-place rankings in several categories of Casino Player magazine’s “Best of Gaming” awards, including Best Rooms, Best VIP Lounge, Best Hosts, Best Poker Rooms, and Best Poker Tournaments.

Adding to its accolades, Graton Resort & Casino earned high national recognition in the USA Today 10BEST 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking No. 3 Best Casino Hotel and No. 4 Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas—surpassing more than 1,000 casinos across the country. It is the second year in a row Graton has received honors in the national competition.

“We are thrilled to have our commitment to delivering exceptional gaming experiences, luxurious accommodations and top-notch guest services recognized by USA Today,” said Jeremy Weinstein, Chief Marketing Officer at Graton Resort & Casino. “We extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible patrons and dedicated staff for their unwavering support.”

Nominees for 10BEST were selected by industry experts and USA Today editors, with winners chosen through a public vote.

Graton Resort & Casino also earned recognition from the North Bay Business Journal as one of the Best Places to Work in the North Bay Area, highlighting its commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.