This page contains an overview of Kewadin Casino in Hessel, MI. The Hessel location is one of five Kewadin-branded gaming facilities owned and operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.
By: Dan Bradley Located just three miles from the Lake Huron shoreline, Kewadin Casino Hessel is one of five gaming operations carrying the Kewadin name across the Upper Peninsula. While among the smallest casinos in the state, the friendly casino staff and ample gaming selection are sure to lead to big-time entertainment.
On this page, we’ve provided an overview of Kewadin Casino Hessel. You’ll find detailed information on the types of betting offered at the the casino and other important visitor information.
The Kewadin Casino Hessel is one of five Kewadin-branded casinos owned and operated by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, meaning the tribe accounts for just under 20% of all Michigan casinos.
Kewadin Casino Hessel opened in 1994, when the tribe also opened casinos in Manistique and Christmas.
As alluded to above, Kewadin Casino Hessel has a smaller gaming floor (6,400 square feet of gaming space), with just 150 slot and virtual table game machines available to guests. However, the casino does a reasonable job of bringing in new machines for returning players while keeping favorites around.
We recommend guests sign up for the Northern Rewards Club, which is Kewadin’s loyalty program. Players can earn points at any of the Kewadin casinos and earn discounted gameplay, free dinners and hotel stays, access to exclusive VIP events, and more!
Yes, there is MI sports betting at Kewadin Casino Hessel. All Kewadin properties are equipped with Caesars Sportsbook-branded digital betting kiosks to allow users to participate in sports gambling.
At the Hessel casino, these kiosks can be found in the bar area. If you’ve got a winning betting slip, you’ll be able to collect your winnings with the casino cashier.
In 2020, Kewadin Casino first launched its sportsbook operations through a partnership with WynnBET Sportsbook. However, in February 2024, Caesars Entertainment acquired all of WynnBET’s iGaming licenses in Michigan and assuming control of all online sports betting and online casino operations.
As a result, Kewadin Casino Hessel now has a partnership with Caesars Sportsbook MI. The betting kiosks located in the bar all use Caesars’ software to calculate their odds.
This also means if you’ve been using the Caesars Sportsbook mobile app, you can collect your winnings at Kewadin Casino Hessel. However, if you’re planning to do so, it’s best to give at least 24 hours notice of your intended collection date.
Below is a full list of the types of gambling you’ll find at Kewadin Casino Hessel.
Because Kewadin Casino Hessel is a smaller gaming facility overall, the entertainment and cuisine options are rather limited but certainly still enjoyable.