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Springtime Fun At Yaamava' Resort & Casino

"Yaamava'" literally means spring—symbolizing renewal and new beginnings. Springtime decor is everywhere at Yaamava' Resort & Casino.

Photo Jill Weinlein
Photo Jill Weinlein (Photo Jill Weinlein)

Spring is in full bloom at Yaamava' Resort & Casino, where the resort’s horticulture team transforms the space with stunning seasonal and holiday displays. From the lobby to the casino floor, it’s spring fling season—featuring vibrant botanical gardens, soft pastel florals, and lush green backdrops that bring the entire destination to life.

This talented team thoughtfully designs each display to encourage guests to pause and take in the beauty. One of the lead designers even brings experience from the renowned Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens before joining this Southern California resort.

Water, birds, books, clocks, mountains, butterflies, and flowers are prominently featured throughout the resort, creating a series of thought-provoking displays. These immersive activations double as fun, designated photo opportunities, where guests can sit on decorative benches, pose in front of themed backdrops, and capture moments beside creatively designed, storytelling-inspired floral walls.

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Feel Like A Winner

Yaamava' Resort & Casino is one of the largest casinos in California, featuring over 7,400 slot machines, table games, and exclusive high-limit rooms. Frequent visitors who join the Serrano Club rewards program can enjoy generous perks, prizes, and even the chance to win a brand-new car.

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The resort elevates these giveaways by partnering with celebrity and comedian Jay Leno—an avid car collector and host of Jay Leno’s Garage. His picks of luxury vehicles are on display, adding a high-profile, unforgettable touch to the experience.

See A Show

People come to play, stay, dine, shop and see one of the big-name concerts and live entertainment. The Yaamava Theater seats 3,000 guests during their comedy shows, arena-level performers and special events.

Culinary Experiences

Before or after a show, guests can dine across a range of casual to luxury venues. Trendy spots include bEATS with its rotating global menus, and The Pines Modern Steakhouse for a more celebratory meal.

At The Pines, the Collection 86 program is a curated library of rare, vintage, and hard-to-find wines and spirits. Named after 1986—the year the San Manuel casino began—the beverage team crafts an exceptional pairing menu with the food. It's more akin to a private collection than a traditional restaurant list.

Stay At The Resort

Those who stay overnight in one of the 400+ modern guest rooms and suites can indulge in an array of amenities. The in the 17-floor hotel offers a relaxing pool deck, heated pool, room service and access to the full-service spa.

Yaamava' Resort & Casino is a Las Vegas-style staycation without having to leave Southern California. It's only one hour from Los Angeles, offering a resort setting with mountain views.

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