Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland sits at 7002 Arundel Mills Circle in Hanover, next to the Arundel Mills mall and a short drive from BWI airport. It rates 4.2 from around 15,100 Google reviewers.
It is the largest casino in the Baltimore area and one of the busiest in the state. The Cordish Companies operates it, and Gaming and Leisure Properties owns the land and buildings. The casino opened in 2012, and a 310-room hotel followed in June 2018.
Setting expectations
Live! is big, bright and built around entertainment. The casino shares a campus with a major mall, so it draws shoppers, concert-goers and groups as well as regular players. Weekend evenings are crowded, and the layout has several distinct areas rather than one single room.
If you want choice, it delivers: a large slot floor, a big table-game section, a poker room spread over two levels, a sportsbook and a long list of restaurants. If you prefer quiet, a weeknight afternoon is a far better bet than a Saturday night.
What's on the floor
Slots. A very large slot floor with the usual mix of video slots, classic reels and electronic table games.
Tables. Blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat and carnival games, spread across the main floor.
Poker. The poker room runs across two levels, with around 50 tables according to the casino's own announcement of its 2026 Mid-Atlantic Poker Open. There is a separate private room for higher-stakes games, and the casino hosts a regular schedule of tournaments and series.
Sports betting. A FanDuel retail sportsbook sits beside Sports & Social, a sports bar with a big-screen setup in the middle of the action. It is a good spot to watch a game even if you are not wagering.
Dining
- The Cheesecake Factory — the familiar chain, with a long menu that suits groups.
- Phillips Seafood — Maryland seafood, including crab.
- The Prime Rib — the property's classic steakhouse.
- Luk Fu — Asian-inspired dining and cocktails.
- Morty's Delicatessen — a deli-style menu.
- David's and Luckie's — casual spots on the property.
- Sports & Social Maryland — a sports bar and restaurant beside the sportsbook.
Tips before you go
You must be 21 to gamble at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland.
Mind the mall. Because the casino sits beside Arundel Mills, parking and traffic around the complex get heavy on weekends and during holiday shopping. Allow extra time at peak hours.
Check the entertainment calendar. The Hall at Live!, the property's concert venue, brings crowds on show nights, which can change how busy the floor feels.
Poker players should check the schedule. Tournament series run through the year, and the room is much busier during them.
Decide your budget before you head to the floor. A resort this size makes it easy to lose track of time.
Getting there
By car, Live! is just off Maryland Route 295 and a short drive from I-95 and I-97, so it is easy to reach from both Baltimore and the Washington suburbs. It is minutes from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport.
A large garage serves the casino and the adjoining mall, which makes arriving simple even when the lot nearest the entrance is full. If you plan to drink, a rideshare is the safer choice, and the hotel on site is the easiest way to avoid driving home.
Who it suits
Live! suits poker players, groups and anyone who wants a full casino night with a long dining list and a lot of choice. It also works well as a base for visitors flying into BWI, since the hotel is next to the casino and the airport is minutes away. Anyone combining a casino night with a shopping trip to Arundel Mills will find everything within walking distance.
It is a weaker fit if you want a small, quiet room or an easy weekend parking experience.
Nearby
Horseshoe Casino Baltimore is the closest other casino, in the city itself. MGM National Harbor is the other major resort in the region.
For every venue in the state, see all Maryland in-person casinos.
FAQ
Who owns Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland?
Gaming and Leisure Properties owns the land and buildings, and The Cordish Companies operates the casino.
Does Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland have a poker room?
Yes. It is a large room spread over two levels, with a regular tournament schedule.
Does it have a sportsbook?
Yes. A FanDuel retail sportsbook operates next to Sports & Social Maryland.
Is there a hotel at Live! Casino?
Yes. The hotel opened in June 2018 with 310 rooms.
How old do you have to be to gamble at Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland?
21, the same as every casino in Maryland.
Where is Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland?
In Hanover, at 7002 Arundel Mills Circle, next to the Arundel Mills mall.
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Details checked against the venue's announcements and recent local reporting. Hours, restaurants and games change, so confirm before you go.
