Today a local news agency, KPBS, released a deceptive article suggesting that Viejas Casino & Resort is directly tied to 166 cases of COVID-19 transmission since June 2020 based on KPBS’s questionable analysis of general County COVID-19 related data, not data specific to Viejas. Prior to the publication of the article, Viejas Casino & Resort notified KPBS that only a few COVID-19 positive cases have been directly tied to Viejas, not 166 cases. Those few cases related to a single exposure several months ago among a small group of team members in a non-public office space. Unfortunately, KPBS chose to withhold that information from its article.
Our guests and team members know that Viejas takes health and safety very seriously. Viejas Casino & Resort operates under a comprehensive set of best-in-class health and sanitation protocols, which include mandatory temperature and health checks prior to any person entering into Viejas Casino & Resort. Team members are required to stay at home when not feeling well. Facial coverings are mandatory for all guests and team members, which is vigilantly monitored and enforced to maximize compliance. To promote physical distancing, Viejas Casino & Resort operates at significantly reduced occupancy (with some venues remaining closed), including less slot machines, table games positions, and limited seating at restaurants. Viejas Casino & Resort provides enhanced team member safety training, frequently sanitizes high touch surfaces, supplies hand sanitization stations throughout the resort, and consistently reinforces the importance of facial coverings, physical distancing, and good hygiene through messaging, signage and leading by example. Our guests and team members know this better than any reporter ever will, and we are both proud and grateful of all your efforts to keep each other safe.
While Viejas Casino & Resort acknowledges the heightened public awareness and concern related to COVID-19 given the recent increase in positive tests, hospitalizations, ICU admissions and deaths, we are confident that our gaming facility, hotels, restaurants, and outdoor shopping outlet remain safe. The most recent (and real) County data supports this position, as casinos represent only .9% of potential COVID-19 community exposure settings, which is among the lowest of all community settings tracked.
Viejas hopes this email puts any concerned minds at ease. Please keep up the great work observing physical distancing, wearing a face covering, practicing good hygiene, and staying home if you do not feel well. Thank you.
Viejas Guests can expect to see some changes throughout the resort to protect the health of all Guests and Team Members. Below are some questions you may have prior to visiting:
What are you doing to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
Efforts include but are not limited to:
How will my club status be affected?
We have adjusted the qualification period for tier levels to accommodate the closure time period. Your points, select offers and status will remain in place. For more info visit: https://viejas.com/myviejas/
How will the casino floor be affected?
To maintain proper social distancing on the casino floor, every other slot machine will be turned off to provide adequate spacing. In the table games area, each gaming table will be limited to 3 seated players.
Will you be tightening the machines when you reopen?
Absolutely not. The gaming at Viejas Casino & Resort will remain the same as it was prior to our closure.
Will I be able to complete my Gordon Ramsey Loyalty Gift Collection?
Yes, we will have several opportunities throughout the remainder of May to redeem. Watch your email and the Viejas app to keep up to date.
Will Bingo be open?
Yes, Bingo is now open.
Will Off Track Betting be open?
No, Off Track Betting will be re-opening at a later date.
Will all the restaurants be open?
All restaurants and lounges will be open with limited seating and disposable menus. The buffet will be closed until further notice. The bars will be open, bar top seating will be available. There are no menu limitations and you will be able to enjoy all of your favorites. In accordance with current health and safety protocols, food must be consumed inside the dining venue, and togo items are not being offered at this time.
How can I find information on rescheduled events?
All of the upcoming entertainment and information related to upcoming performances can be found here: https://viejas.com/entertainment/
I have tickets to a rescheduled show, can I get a refund?
Yes, if you purchased your tickets at the V Store simply bring them to the store for a refund. If you purchased your tickets online, contact Ticketmaster for a refund.
Will there be entertainment in the Casino, Bars or Restaurants?
No, we will reintegrate these performances when it is safe and responsible to do so.
What does the closure mean for my hotel reservation including third-party reservations?
All reservations made from March 18th through May 18th will be fully refunded.
What changes have you made to hotel cleaning?
Hotel Front Desk Staff
Pool Operations
Fitness Centers
In-Room Dining
Will Willows Spa be open?
In compliance with current State of California mandates, Willows Spa is closed until further notice. Please check back for reopening dates and times.
The Viejas Outlet Center has re-opened. Visit our Viejas Outlets page for temporary mall hours and an updated list of which stores and restaurants have re-opened.
Disponibles las 24 horas del día:
(833) 2Willows
5000 Willows Road
Alpine, CA 91901 | Mapa
Guests must be at least 21 years of age to enter the casino, hotels, and dining venues.
Guests must be at least 21 years of age to drink alcoholic beverages. Guests must be at least 18 years of age to enter Viejas Bingo & Slot Parlor. Families are welcome at the Viejas Outlets.
Favor de jugar responsablemente. Para ayuda por problemas de adicción al juego, llamar al 800.426.2537
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