Things to do near Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel sits on a large gaming and entertainment campus in Prior Lake with on-site options like a 24/7 casino, live shows, an 18‑hole course (The Meadows), a full-service spa, indoor pool, and multiple restaurants. Nearby day trips include Mall of America, Valleyfair, Canterbury Park, and lakeside recreation around Prior Lake.
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Casino gaming and live entertainment
The casino floor at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel operates 24 hours a day and includes a large mix of slot machines and table games plus a VIP room for high-stakes play. Expect dedicated bars on the gaming floor and table-game areas for blackjack, poker, and other games.
The property also hosts concerts and comedy in the Mystic Showroom, a dedicated entertainment venue with wide seating and good sight lines; check the hotel’s event calendar for headliners and show times.
- 24/7 casino floor with slots and table games
- On-site bars and a VIP gaming room
- Mystic Showroom for concerts and comedy
| Tip | How to use |
|---|---|
| Age requirement | Guests must be 21+ to check in and access casino areas |
| Casino hours | Open 24 hours, year-round |
| Where to check schedule | Hotel event calendar or Mystic Lake Center listings |
Golf: The Meadows at Mystic Lake
The Meadows at Mystic Lake is the hotel’s on-site 18-hole championship golf course with a driving range and practice green; the clubhouse and The Meadows Bar & Grille provide course-side dining when the course is open. Greens, bunkers and water features are prominent course features, and seasonal hours apply for the course and grill.
If you want to practice, the driving range and practice green are available; on-site lessons have been offered in the past—contact the pro shop for current availability and tee time bookings.
- 18-hole public championship course (The Meadows)
- Driving range and practice green
- The Meadows Bar & Grille for lunch and casual dinners (seasonal)
| What | Notes |
|---|---|
| Tee times | Contact pro shop for current availability |
| Course facilities | Clubhouse, practice range, season-dependent grill hours |
| Course features | Bunkers, water hazards, on-course fountains |
Spa, pool and fitness access
The Spa at Mystic Lake is a full-service spa offering massages, facials, body wraps, and brow/waxing services; it has three treatment rooms, including couples’ rooms, plus sauna and steam-room amenities. Spa hours vary by day—check current hours before you go.
Hotel guests can use the indoor atrium-style heated pool, whirlpool and sauna. For a larger fitness facility, the hotel includes complimentary access to the nearby Dakotah! Sport and Fitness complex (off-site) that offers cardio equipment, gymnasium space, an aquatic center and a running track.
- The Spa at Mystic Lake — massages, facials, body treatments; couples’ treatment rooms available
- Indoor atrium-style heated pool with whirlpool and sauna
- Complimentary access to Dakotah! Sport and Fitness complex (off-site)
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Hotel pool | Indoor atrium-style; whirlpool and sauna |
| The Spa at Mystic Lake | Three treatment rooms; couples’ rooms; check spa hours |
| Dakotah! Sport and Fitness | Complimentary access for guests; off-site complex |
Restaurants, bars and late-night options
Dining at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel ranges from the refined Mystic Steakhouse to casual café and bar options like Minnehaha Café, Hop House, The Meadows Bar & Grille, and Sweet Temptations for desserts and coffee. Menu styles include steaks and seafood, classic American comfort dishes, sports‑bar fare, and grab-and-go sweets.
Hop House is the main sports-bar and live-music spot with many beers on tap and video screens; Mystic Steakhouse serves dinner with reservations recommended on weekends and event nights. Sweet Temptations sits by the lobby for desserts and coffee throughout the day.
- Mystic Steakhouse — steak and seafood; dinner service (reservations suggested on busy nights)
- Minnehaha Café — breakfast through dinner (hours vary by day)
- Hop House — sports bar with live music and many beers on tap
- Sweet Temptations — ice cream, pastries, coffee near the lobby
| Venue | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Mystic Steakhouse | Steaks, seafood, wine; dinner service |
| Minnehaha Café | Hearty breakfasts and classic American entrées |
| Hop House | Sports bar, live music, beer on tap |
Meeting, events and wedding venues
Mystic Lake Center adjoins the hotel and provides extensive meeting and event space with dozens of flexible rooms and large ballrooms for conferences, weddings and trade shows. The center includes multiple ballrooms and exhibit spaces; planners can request in‑house catering from the hotel culinary team.
If you’re booking a wedding or large conference, the property lists multiple ballroom options (Minnetonka, Waconia, Isanti and others) with different capacities and AV support; contact the hotel’s event team for up-to-date capacity and rental details.
- Mystic Lake Center — large exhibit space and up to dozens of meeting/ballroom configurations
- Multiple ballrooms with built-in AV and catering options
- On-site event planning and in-house culinary services
| Common rooms | Use |
|---|---|
| Minnetonka Ballroom | Largest ballroom for big conferences and receptions |
| Isanti Ballroom | Mid-size ballroom and divisible breakout space |
| Waconia Ballroom | Multiple divisible rooms for flexible events |
Nearby attractions and outdoor activities
Several regional attractions are a short drive from the property: Mall of America (complimentary shuttle service available), Valleyfair amusement park, Canterbury Park horse-racing track, and lakeside recreation on Prior Lake and Lakefront Park. Seasonal outdoor options include public beaches and local trails; check local sites for current seasonal openings.
If you plan to visit Minneapolis or Saint Paul, downtown Minneapolis is roughly a 20–25 minute drive from the resort and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is about a 25‑minute drive; taxis or rideshares are common options for airport transfer.
- Complimentary hotel shuttle to Mall of America
- Valleyfair and Canterbury Park within a short drive (seasonal schedules apply)
- Public beaches and Lakefront Park for shoreline walking and summer swimming
| Attraction | Typical travel time by car |
|---|---|
| Mall of America | Hotel shuttle available; about 20–25 minutes |
| Valleyfair | Short drive; seasonal hours |
| Canterbury Park | Short drive; live racing season in spring/summer |
