Story by
Heather Austin
& Mark Novak
Grand opening events throughout Memorial Day weekend will highlight rich Navajo traditions while showcasing the property’s state of the art gaming, luxurious resort accommodations, fine dining and culturally infused architecture.
The 267,000 square foot facility showcases Navajo culture and features commissioned Navajo artists’ original paintings and other artworks. The structure was designed by the Friedmutter Group of Las Vegas working with Navajo tribal members and built by Hunt Construction Group.
“Twin Arrows will create a new benchmark in gaming entertainment while improving the economic health and prosperity of the Navajo Nation,” said Derrick Watchman, chief executive officer of the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise. “As northern Arizona’s premier destination casino resort, our team will provide the best gaming experience in northern Arizona.”
Phase one of the $230 million facility includes 1,089 slot machines, 18 table games and 12 poker tables, live Keno, a five story hotelwith 90 rooms and suites initially, 16,000 square foot banquet and conference center, fully equipped fitness center, heated indoor pool and six distinct dining concepts. The casino will operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week. The resort also offers 24-hour complimentary valet parking featuring a unique “Valet Express” mobile phone service system.
“Our gaming strategy is to provide something for everyone, from penny slots to a wide variety of table games and a luxurious poker room,” said Watchman. “At Twin Arrows, we have the newest games and utilize cutting edge gaming technology.
We offer several games that can’t be found anywhere else.”
