Manila's Entertainment City district houses four massive integrated resorts, making the Philippines one of Asia's fastest-growing casino markets. But like most Asian gaming destinations, the revenue engine is table games — primarily baccarat. Video poker exists in Manila's casinos but as a small part of a much larger electronic gaming floor.
The Properties
Solaire Resort & Casino
Solaire's electronic gaming floor includes multi-game terminals that offer video poker among their game options. The selection typically includes basic variants like Jacks or Better and possibly Bonus Poker. Solaire's VIP programs may include electronic gaming access at higher denominations.
Okada Manila
Okada has one of the largest gaming floors in Entertainment City. Electronic gaming terminals are spread across the main floor, and some include VP options. Okada's modern machine fleet means the multi-game terminals are current-generation with touchscreen interfaces.
City of Dreams Manila
Operated by Melco Resorts (same operator as City of Dreams in Macau and Cyprus), this property includes electronic gaming as part of its diversified offering. VP availability depends on current machine configurations.
Newport World Resorts
The recently rebranded property (formerly Resorts World Manila) has a large gaming floor with electronic gaming sections. It targets a broader market than the luxury-positioned Solaire or Okada.
What to Expect
VP variety: Limited. Don't expect the 20+ VP game options available at a mid-size US casino. You'll likely find basic Jacks or Better and perhaps one or two other variants.
Pay tables: May not match US standard schedules. Check the pay table carefully before playing — the numbers might use a different structure than what you're accustomed to.
Denominations: Games are in Philippine Pesos. Denomination equivalents to US play depend on the exchange rate, but expect a range from low-limit to VIP-level machines.
Regulatory standard: PAGCOR regulates all casino gaming in the Philippines. Machine return requirements follow PAGCOR standards rather than US state gaming commission standards.
VP at Manila's Casino Bars
The American-style bar-top VP setup isn't standard at Manila's integrated resorts. Casino bars exist, but they're typically separate from the gaming floor. You'll find VP on the main electronic gaming floor, not embedded in bar counters.
Is Manila Worth It for VP?
As a VP-specific destination, no. Manila's integrated resorts are impressive properties with excellent hotels and dining, but the VP offering is too limited and too uncertain to justify a trip specifically for video poker.
If you're visiting the Philippines for other reasons, playing some VP at Solaire or Okada can be an enjoyable part of the experience. Just manage your expectations regarding game variety and pay table quality.
For strategy practice before any casino visit, try our free video poker games.