Wind Creek Bethlehem
Wind Creek Bethlehem (formerly Sands Bethlehem) is operated by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and hosts the PA license for Hard Rock Bet online.
- City
- Bethlehem, PA
- Region
- Lehigh Valley
- Casino Opened
- 2009 (as Sands Bethlehem)
- Retail Sportsbook
- Hard Rock Bet (online); Wind Creek branded retail book
- Sportsbook Opened
- October 2018 (as Sands)
- Address
- 77 Sands Boulevard, Bethlehem, PA 18015
- Loyalty Program
- Wind Creek Rewards — Tier Credits redeemable at Wind Creek's 11+ properties across the US.
- Parking
- Free self-parking and valet. Adjacent multi-level garage.
Sportsbook Features
- Hard Rock Bet PA license
- Wind Creek Hospitality ownership
- Lehigh Valley flagship
Casino Amenities
- 3,000+ slots
- 170+ table games
- Outlets at Wind Creek mall
- Multiple hotels
- Concert venue
On-Property Restaurants
- Emeril's Italian Table
- Emeril's Chop House
- Carnegie Deli
- St. James Gate Pub
- Brick & Vine American
- Asian Bistro
Nearby Attractions
- Lehigh Valley Mall (~15 min)
- Dorney Park (~10 min)
- Steel Stacks arts complex (adjacent)
- Crayola Experience Easton (~20 min)
Property History
Wind Creek Bethlehem opened on May 22, 2009 as Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem on the site of the former Bethlehem Steel works. Las Vegas Sands sold the property to the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (Wind Creek Hospitality) in 2019. The Hard Rock Bet PA license is held here.
Online Pairing
Wind Creek Bethlehem hosts the PA license for Hard Rock Bet (online); Wind Creek branded retail book. Read our PA online sportsbook reviews to see the full breakdown of the operator brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was Wind Creek Bethlehem formerly Sands?
Yes. Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem was rebranded Wind Creek Bethlehem after the Poarch Band of Creek Indians purchased the property from Las Vegas Sands in 2019.
Is the Bethlehem Steel site historically significant?
Yes. Wind Creek sits on the former Bethlehem Steel works — once the second-largest US steel producer. The adjacent Steel Stacks arts complex preserves the original blast furnaces.
Is Hard Rock Bet retail at Wind Creek?
The Hard Rock Bet online license is held through Wind Creek; the on-property retail sportsbook is Wind Creek-branded.
How far from NYC?
About 90 minutes drive west of NYC, accessible via I-78.
Responsible Gambling
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