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  • Venue: The Casino aboard Celebrity Xcel
  • Deck: Deck 4 Midship
  • Atmosphere: 100% Smoke-Free Gaming

The Casino

The Casino floor aboard Celebrity Xcel with modern slot machines and blackjack tables
  • 150+ Slot Machines
  • Live Table Games
  • Blue Chip Club
  • 18+ / 21+ Age Policy
Deck 4 Gaming Floor

World-class gaming elevated by contemporary luxury design, smoke-free air, and ocean-view table play.

Maritime Gaming

The Casino operates seamlessly during sea days and evening passages in international waters, powered by the cashless SeaPass system and personalized loyalty tracking.

Gaming Portfolio

Slot Machines & Live Tables

Every gaming terminal and table adheres to rigorous maritime gaming standards and fair play certifications.

  • 01 / Slots

    150+ Digital & Reel Slots

    From penny slots ($0.01) up to high-denomination $100 VIP machines. Featuring top industry titles: Dragon Link, Lightning Link, Wheel of Fortune, Buffalo Gold, and multi-game video poker.

    Denominations: $0.01 - $100
  • 02 / Blackjack

    Blackjack & Side Bets

    Single-deck and 6-deck shoe tables dealing standard Vegas rules (dealer hits soft 17), alongside 21+3 poker side bets and Buster Blackjack progressive bonuses.

    Table Limits: $10 - $5,000+
  • 03 / Roulette & Craps

    Roulette & Dice Action

    Authentic Single-Zero European Roulette and Double-Zero American wheels, paired with a full-size Craps table offering true 3x4x5x odds and enthusiastic dice action.

    European & American Rules
  • 04 / Baccarat

    Baccarat / Punto Banco

    High-limit Punto Banco baccarat tables with Dragon Bonus side wagers, tailored for international and European high-stakes enthusiasts.

    VIP Limits Available
  • 05 / Specialty Poker

    Table Poker & Hold'em

    Three Card Poker with 6-Card Bonus, Ultimate Texas Hold'em against the dealer, and live Texas Hold'em cash games and sit-and-go tables on sea days.

    Live & Dealer Games
  • 06 / Tournaments

    Slot & Blackjack Contests

    Scheduled cruise tournaments with guaranteed prize pools. Guests compete in fast-paced qualifying rounds with winners claiming cruise credits and cash prizes.

    Sea Day Events
Loyalty Program

The Blue Chip Club

Celebrity Cruises Blue Chip Club rewards every dollar wagered on slots and table games. Points accumulate seamlessly on your SeaPass account, delivering tiers of bespoke luxury.

  • Pearl & Onyx: Member onboarding, complimentary drink cards while gaming, and invitation-only promotional drawings.
  • Amethyst & Sapphire: Waived cash advance fees, VIP slot reservations, priority tender boarding, and stateroom discounts.
  • Ruby & Diamond: Annual complimentary cruise certificates, Retreat lounge access, premium beverage packages, and dedicated casino host concierge.
Live table games in The Casino on Celebrity Xcel
Operational Regulations

Rules, Hours & Responsible Gaming

  • Hours of Operation & Jurisdiction

    In compliance with international maritime law, The Casino opens approximately 30 to 45 minutes after departing port once the vessel clears national territorial waters. On sea days, slot machines operate continuously from morning until early hours, and table games open in the afternoon through late night.

    Sea Day Hours
    Slots: 09:00 - Late | Tables: 12:00 - Late
    Port Day Hours
    Closed in port; Opens at sea
    Currency
    USD (Foreign exchange at desk)

  • Age Restrictions & Responsible Play

    Guests must be 18 years or older on European and international sailings (21 years on sailings from US ports). Celebrity Cruises advocates responsible gaming, providing strict limit-setting tools, self-exclusion protocols, and trained casino management.

    Europe / Intl Waters Age
    18+ Years Old
    US Waters Age
    21+ Years Old
    Self-Exclusion
    Available upon request at Casino Desk