Gaming floor entry is 19+ (18+ in Alberta, Manitoba and Québec). Valid government photo ID required. Gaming floor 19+ only. Photo ID required.
Play ResponsiblyA complete guide to the classic table games on every OnStayNext floor, with rules, etiquette and free lessons for first-time players.
Limits shown are typical ranges across the collection. Exact limits are posted at every table and may vary by time of day.
Beat the dealer by getting closer to 21 without going over. Cards two through ten count at face value, face cards count as ten and aces count as one or eleven. Our tables use six-deck shoes, the dealer stands on all 17s and blackjack pays 3 to 2.
Bet on the Player hand, the Banker hand or a Tie. The dealer handles every card, and the hand closest to nine wins. Simple to follow, quick to play and a favourite in our private salons.
Place chips on numbers, colours, columns or dozens, then watch the ball settle on a single-zero wheel. Racetrack betting and live result boards are available on every table.
Each player receives two private cards and shares five community cards. Make the best five-card hand or convince your opponents to fold. We run live games and daily tournaments.
Bet on the roll of two dice. Start with the Pass Line and add odds bets as you gain confidence. Our friendly crews love to guide first-time shooters.
Split seven cards into a five-card hand and a two-card hand, both of which must beat the dealer's. Many hands end in a push, making it a calm, long-lasting session.
A few simple habits keep every table friendly and fast. Our dealers are always happy to help.
Thirty-minute sessions at a practice table with a senior dealer. No chips are at risk and no booking is needed, simply arrive five minutes early.
| Day | Lesson | Time | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Blackjack basics and hand signals | 4:00 p.m. | All six hotels |
| Tuesday | Baccarat in ten minutes | 4:00 p.m. | All six hotels |
| Wednesday | Roulette rules and table layout | 4:00 p.m. | All six hotels |
| Thursday | Texas Hold'em hand rankings | 4:00 p.m. | Poker rooms |
| Friday | Craps for first-time shooters | 4:00 p.m. | Lakeshore, Falls Crown, Harbour Lights, Tidewater |
| Saturday | Pai Gow Poker strategy | 4:00 p.m. | All six hotels |
| Sunday | Open practice with any dealer | 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | All six hotels |
Book a suite near the floor and join a free Dealer Academy lesson on your first afternoon.