Starz City Casino
24-hour gaming at Cupecoy's entertainment complex with restaurants and nightlife attached
Why Go
Starz City Casino — formerly Atlantis World — is the only true 24-hour casino on St. Maarten, and it's embedded in an entertainment complex at Porto Cupecoy that includes multiple restaurants, bars, and a hotel. This means you can eat, drink, gamble, and sleep without ever getting in a car. The European-style atmosphere with Caribbean energy makes it feel more upscale than most island casinos, and the round-the-clock hours mean your schedule doesn't have to match anyone else's.
The Experience
The gaming floor is modern and well-maintained with a full range of slots including progressive jackpots, and table games running evenings with blackjack, roulette, Ultimate Texas Hold'em, and craps. The integration with Porto Cupecoy's restaurant row is the real differentiator — step away from the tables and you're choosing between sushi, steak, Caribbean cuisine, and cocktail lounges without crossing a parking lot. The rewards program earns points across gaming that can be redeemed for perks. The atmosphere skews slightly more sophisticated than the Philipsburg casinos.
What to Try
The evening table game sessions are where the action concentrates. Ultimate Texas Hold'em draws a steady crowd. After a gaming session, walk directly into the Porto Cupecoy restaurant row — the contrast between casino energy and fine dining is a uniquely pleasant transition. Check the daily promotions board near the entrance for current bonus offers.
Insider Tip
The 24-hour operation means late-night sessions after 2 AM are surprisingly peaceful with fewer players and more machine availability. The casino complex is close to Cupecoy Beach, making it easy to combine a beach day with an evening casino visit. Parking at Porto Cupecoy is straightforward.
The Practical Stuff
Located at 106 Rhine Rd, Porto Cupecoy. Open 24 hours daily. Slots, table games (evenings), and a rewards program. Part of the Starz City Group with multiple island locations. Adjacent to restaurants, bars, and hotel. Free parking. Near Cupecoy Beach and the French border. Casual to smart-casual dress.
Pair It With
- Koi Restaurant sxm — Asian-fusion dining right in the Porto Cupecoy complex
- DASHA Resto & Bar Guide — Cocktails and dinner steps from the gaming floor
- Cupecoy Beach Club Guide — Beach day before your evening casino session