It’s a beautiful property,” Vosloo said recently, adding that the resort will be “gaming focused.” This may be good news for blackjack players, including card counters and other types of advantage players, which mostly peacefully co-existed under the original competent management of the Palms, headed by George Maloof. “We want to build on what’s there right now. The off- Strip resort as it stands is a great start, and the tribe is excited to bring its expertise in hospitality, gaming and philanthropy to the Las Vegas community, he said. At the moment, “every and all things are on the table,” according to San Manuel Band of Mission Indians CEO Laurens Vosloo.
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians plans to take time to assess its recent $650 million purchase. It’s too early to say what the Palms in Las Vegas will look like under its new ownership.