Vietnam's largest casino reopens with discounts and strict COVID-19 rules
The Corona Resort & Casino on Phu Quoc Island reopened its doors on May 11, 2020, after a month-long shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. To attract guests, the casino introduced reduced hotel rates, discounted dining, and entertainment offers while enforcing strict health measures. Vietnam’s government permitted nonessential businesses, including casinos, to resume operations under new safety rules. Social distancing, occupancy limits, and enhanced cleaning became mandatory. The Corona Casino, the largest in the country, now restricts gatherings to 30 people per area and has suspended live entertainment until further notice.
The casino operates with shorter hours but retains its extensive facilities. It features 1,000 slot machines and 100 table games—more than any other Vietnamese casino. Additional amenities include a private beach, shopping mall, and convention centre. For comparison, the Ho Tram Resort in Ho Chi Minh City, the second-largest casino, offers around 600 slots and 90 tables.
Unlike most Vietnamese casinos, Corona Casino allows local residents to enter. However, they must prove a monthly income of at least 10 million dongs ($430) and pay a one million dong ($43) fee per visit. The reopening marks a cautious return to business for Vietnam’s casino industry. With reduced capacity and stricter hygiene protocols, the Corona Resort & Casino aims to balance guest incentives with public health precautions. The measures reflect broader efforts to revive tourism while controlling the spread of COVID-19.
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