Running Aces Hotel & Casino, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

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Trademark
8.8 (295 reviews)
15215 Running Aces Boulevard , Forest Lake , US

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms and quiet hallways
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Race track views and fun horse racing
Pool, hot tub and good fitness center
Friendly/helpful staff (early check-in available)
Good value/price
Cons:
Inconsistent breakfast quality (cold items, limited options)
Front desk unavailability and at least one unprofessional checkout interaction
Slippery tubs/floors; lack of grab bars
Parking difficulty on race nights
Thin walls/noise in some rooms
Casino limited to table games (no slots) and limited coffee service in hotel areas

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Multiple guests repeatedly note the hotel and rooms were very clean and quiet; isolated mentions of slippery tubs/floors in bathrooms.
Service
8.6
Service is generally helpful (early check-in granted, friendly staff/dealers), but there are complaints about front desk unavailability and one report of an unprofessional checkout interaction.
Location
9
Location praised for proximity to the race track and good overall site placement; several guests enjoyed trackside views and watching horses.
Room Quality
9
Rooms described as large, comfortable beds, good showers (rain-head, walk-in) and quiet; some notes about thin walls and slippery bathroom surfaces.
Amenities
8.4
Pool, hot tub and fitness center are well-regarded; casino is limited to card games (no slots), parking can be difficult on race nights, and occasional elevator/out-of-order issues and limited coffee service were noted.
Value for Money
9.4
Several guests explicitly state the stay was worth the money or an amazing price; casino/restaurant food described as good value by some reviewers.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Mixed feedback: casino/restaurant food is praised, but breakfast quality is inconsistent—reports of cold eggs/bacon, fewer options, and requests for items (waffles, turkey sausage) to return.
Overall Experience
9
Overall sentiment is positive with many satisfied guests, fun horse-racing atmosphere, and repeat visitors, tempered by occasional service/parking/breakfast issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and elegance at Running Aces Hotel & Casino, Trademark Collection by Wyndham. Each room features a spacious wardrobe and a private bathroom, ensuring a relaxing stay for every guest.

Top-Notch Amenities
Indulge in a range of amenities including a fitness centre, indoor pool, and hot tub. Unwind in the shared lounge or on the terrace, and enjoy delicious meals at the on-site restaurant. The bar adds a touch of luxury to your evenings.

Convenient Location
Located just 44 km from major stadiums and 53 km from the airport, our hotel offers convenience for travelers. With a 24-hour front desk and free parking, your stay will be hassle-free. Book now for an unforgettable experience at Running Aces Hotel & Casino.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 295 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 8.6
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 9.4
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 9
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Jared • couple • us
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Karen • extended_group • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
8
Good
Pros:

Overall, very satisfied with our stay

Cons:

When we checked out on October 10, the female who checked us out looked like a Walmart shopper. Very unprofessional

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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oatherbelcher • couple • us
8
Great hotel!!
Pros:

The hotel part was excellent, nice room and comfortable bed. The food in the casino was good and an excellent value. The harness racing was an added bonus and was just fun to watch if you were not into betting.

Cons:

The word "casino" is misleading. It was basically a card parlor as there were no slot machines or roulette tables, just card games. Also, after breakfast, the hotel did not offer a coffee service. You had to go into the casino for coffee.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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sdrkgideon • couple • us
8
Horse races were FUN
Pros:

Breakfast was fine. Location was good. The horse race was fun

Cons:

really didn't dislike anything. Was a nice stay

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Donna • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The room was nice. Walk in shower.

Cons:

No designated parking spots for hotel guests on horse race night. We weren't there for the races but had to park in the very back of the lot.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Angelina • couple • us
10
Pros:

Very quiet and clean

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • us
9
It’s a very nice place
Pros:

The breakfast was just ok. This is the 4th time we’ve stayed and the breakfast has gotten worse. Eggs and bacon were cold. Used to have more items to choose from.

Cons:

Breakfast used to be better

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jones • solo_traveller • us
8
Nice motel and restaurant
Pros:

Good location. Races were fun and the staff was very informative

Cons:

The bathtub and bathroom floors were slippery when wet. It would have been nice to have grab-bars

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • us
10
A perfect hotel!
Pros:

We had an amazing room on the 3rd floor overlooking the race track! Large room, super large TV, wonderful rain-head shower, comfortable bed, quiet AC. Lovely pool and hot tub. Excellent hot breakfast -- ate outdoors trackside! All for an amazing price!

Cons:

No complaints at all!

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Cathey • couple • us
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • family_with_children • us
10
Staff were nice and I enjoyed my stay!
Pros:

They were able to find us a room a couple hours early so we didn't have to leave the event early to check in

Cons:

No complaints

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • us
10
We had a great time. Have never been in a casino . I really liked it. The atmosphere was excellent. The staff and dealer
Pros:

The security and the quietness of the rooms and halls

Cons:

8

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Dale • family_with_children • us
8
Average
Pros:

Breakfast great and on time

Cons:

Noone answered the phone at the front desk at 930pm.

Noone at the front desk when i wanted to check out at 720am.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Allison • couple • us
10
Wonderful, fun get away
Pros:

It was clean spacious room. Loved watching the horses train the morning after the race from our room. We asked for extra pillow and it was already in our room when we checked in. We got a table outside to watch the race and eat and drink. It was worth the money and our food was very good.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • us
9
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee