SkyCity Hamilton offers a variety of Table Games including the classics Blackjack, Roulette and Midi Baccarat - and the recently returned Ultimate Texas Hold'em Poker!
If you're not sure about the rules of the game, click any of the listings below to Learn How to Play.
Alternatively, just ask one of our friendly Table Games staff for assistance. They will be happy to explain anything about the game that you may not understand or provide you with further information in relation to the rules.
Table Game Opening Times
Texas Hold'em Poker: One table available every Saturday from 6pm to 2am and Sunday from 4pm to midnight*
Registrations for Texas Hold'em open at 5pm every Friday and Saturday and at 3pm every Sunday. To register, please text the Poker Phone on 021 549 323. The first nine players on the list will be seated at the table; the remaining players will be added to a waiting list.
Ultimate Texas Hold'em Poker: Table open daily from 4pm*
Three Card Poker: Open from 6pm, Thursday to Sunday*
*Availability and opening hours of Table Games are subject to change, based on staffing levels.
How to Play Table Games
To support Carded Play, we have made some changes to the way you play Table Games.
You must have a SHOW by SkyCity card or valid Premier Rewards card to be able to play.
When buying chips at a table or the cashier, you will need to present your card.
Before playing at a table, the dealer will ask you for your card and may ask you to enter your PIN onto a keypad.
Max Players
Some of our games are limited to a maximum number of players as indicated on each table.
Colour Chips
When playing Roulette, you may be required to play with Colour Chips as indicated on each table.
SkyCare Breaks
To provide a safer gaming experience, we have introduced SkyCare breaks - scheduled pauses in play - which allow you to enjoy a break while visiting SkyCity Hamilton.
SkyCity team members will be able to see when your breaks are approaching and will be able to let you know when a break is due. You can visit our new SHOW by SkyCity Sign Up Kiosks to view your play time for a session, day or week and also see the breaks taken or remaining break time needed.
Our Games
Baccarat
Baccarat is a classic casino card game known for its elegance and simplicity. Played between two hands - the "Player" and the "Banker"- the goal is to bet on which hand will have a total closest to 9.
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Roulette
Roulette is a casino game where players bet on where a ball will land on a spinning numbered wheel. Bets can be placed on numbers, colours, or odd/even. It's fast, simple, and driven by chance.
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Blackjack
Blackjack is a casino card game where players try to get as close to 21 as possible without going over. Beat the dealer's hand to win.
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Poker
Poker is a popular card game that combines skill, strategy, and luck. Players bet on the strength of their hand, aiming to win chips or money from the pot.