Why Trust Anna

"I started MyatHotel because I kept getting the same question: 'The casino is maybe 4 hours of my evening — what about the other 20 hours?' That's what this site answers."

I'm Anna Kowalski, a Warsaw-based travel writer covering casino tourism in Central and Eastern Europe for over eight years. I help budget-to-mid-range travellers plan structured casino weekends without guesswork.

I see casino hotels differently. Most people focus on gambling, but the best trips go far beyond the casino floor. They are about the destination — the spa in Baden-Baden, the thermal springs in Karlovy Vary, the fjords in Bergen, the seaside in Sopot.

I personally research every hotel and destination featured on this site. I focus on real experience — how the weekend feels, how much it costs, and what actually makes it worth your time.

I select only casino hotels that offer strong value for money, not just reputation. Every itinerary is practical, structured, and easy to follow, so you know exactly what to expect before you book.

How I Choose and Review Hotels

Every hotel in this guide has been personally visited by me or reviewed by a trusted colleague. I evaluate each property across eight clear criteria: casino quality, hotel comfort, weekend activities, dining, location, value for money, first-time visitor friendliness, and the overall weekend experience.

I score every hotel honestly. A 7/10 means a solid choice. An 8.5 or higher marks a hotel that delivers an exceptional weekend and stands out for quality, experience, and value.

How This Site Is Funded

MyatHotel earns an affiliate commission when you book through our Booking.com links, and you never pay anything extra.

Commission does not shape my recommendations. I recommend hotels based on weekend quality, overall experience, and value for money. Every affiliate link is clearly marked.

Responsible Gambling

This is a travel planning site, not a gambling site. The casino is part of the weekend experience, not the whole point. I focus on the hotel, the destination, and the quality of the trip as a whole.

Every country page includes responsible gambling resources. I also encourage every reader to set a clear casino budget and treat casino spending as entertainment, not as an investment.