Casino Host Gift Ideas
One of the most important members of the casino staff you will meet is the casino host. Establishing a good relationship with a host can save you hundreds of dollars. The job of a casino host is to cultivate relationships with players who will become loyal patrons to the establishment. The casino host has the authority to issue comps to players. Comps can range from free meals and show tickets up to full room and beverage.
Some casino hosts actually can accept (and truly appreciate) tips. The ones that can't will accept non-cash gifts such as gift cards, bottles of wine, etc. The best way to know is to ask, and these hosts will. Looking for the ideal Best Casino Host Gifts? Come check out our giant selection of T-Shirts, Mugs, Tote Bags, Stickers and More. CafePress brings your passions to life with the perfect item for every occasion.
The casino host reports directly to the marketing managers in most casinos. Marketing managers are constantly trying new ways to bring patrons into the casino. The host can help keep them coming back by assuring their needs are met while they are playing there. Casino hosts are outgoing and friendly individuals. They will try to accommodate the player's reasonable requests for comps. If you don't qualify for a particular comp they can suggest an alternative or let you know what you need to qualify for the comp you are requesting. They want to please the player but they also must be accountable to their bosses in the marketing department. A casino host also must have business sense and the ability to make difficult decisions involving the issuing of credit and the disbursement of comps.
Contact the Host
Meeting a casino host is not difficult. You can talk to a host on the phone before you check into a casino or you can meet them once you are there. If you are planning to stay at a new casino you should call and ask to speak to a casino host before making your reservations. Introduce yourself and tell them you are planning to book a room and would like to inquire about their qualifications for the casino rate. You can tell the host what games or machines you play and what your usual betting levels are. In most cases, you can qualify for casino rate up front. The casino host can usually book the room at that time. You then get their name and tell them you look forward to meeting them upon arrival.
The most important thing you must do before dealing with a host in the casino is to make sure your play is getting rated. This means joining the player's club and using your card if you play the machines. Table game players will need to ask the pit boss to rate their play. If you are playing a table game you can tell the pit boss you would like to speak to a casino host.
How to Get What You Want
Once you meet the casino host, always introduce yourself. If you are looking for a comp you should ask the host if you qualify for a comp to the restaurant, show, or whatever else you are looking for. In the Frugal Gambler, Jean Scott states that by asking you are avoiding putting the host in an awkward situation if your play has not met the requirements for that particular comp.
If you have been staying at a casino, always make sure you contact a host before you check out. You may have enough play to qualify for free nights or at least a reduced rate. Many players who feel they didn't have much play are surprised to find out that they qualified for a free room. You don't know unless you ask!
Ask is what you should do. Never demand a comp of feel you should get something for nothing. The hosts will do their best to make your stay a pleasant one but they must be accountable to their bosses. Also, you should never abuse a comp. Some players will look at a restaurant comp as an invitation to order everything on the menu whether they want it or not. Don't be a pig. It will only come back to haunt you when you ask for a comp in the future.
Say Thank You
Finally, remember that a host is a person with feelings. All of us like to be appreciated for our efforts. Be sure to thank your host for their hospitality. It's a nice gesture to send a written thank you note when you get home. You can even send a letter to the host's supervisor praising the fine job they do. Establishing a good relationship with a casino host can make your visit to the casino even more enjoyable.
Why don't you buy the scarf at the casino's gift shop, and ask for a comp for it.
lol, that's genius.
I don't think any of this would have happened except for the thoughtfulness of the gift. The host appreciated it. Human nature works that way. The gifts I gave were only about $10 total. I like gifts in that range. Spend any more and it looks like you're trying to buy influence, and it detracts from the gift. I was comfortable with that, and I think the host was too.
That suite remindes me. Sometime I'm going to have to use one of those bidets.
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Double the gift and you won't need the bidet. Just call the host. :-)
That's funny.
My main host gets a gift of some sort every time I see him. In return, I get comped WAY above my level of play. At least, if their computer offers are indicative of my level, he goes way beyond that with the level of RFB he sets up. I don't see it as a quid pro quo, though, it's more like a continuing thank you for his personalized service and making things break in my favor.
For your host, large scarves (of the right kind) would be a good choice because scarves are completely in fashion right now; it needs to be either an infinity scarf (sewn ends together for looping around the neck) or at least 6 foot long (if she's short) to 8 ft (if she's tall). A print or design that picks up the color of her eyes would be ideal. If it's less than 20-30 dollars, a 2-3' pin of an animal (probably not an elephant, cow, or pig; birds, lions, giraffes, dogs, cats) with or without crystals for 10-15 dollars would complete the gift. Macy's, Ross, TJMaxx, numerous other department stores would have both.
If she's not the type of woman to wear scarves, a good bottle of wine (at store prices, not restaurant) or a cordial could work; Sambuca, Bailey's, Cointreau. But that kind of thing's all around her so it's ok but not great as a gift.
A host is never WAY over comping you as long as the casino has the best of it. When I tip the host, I make dam sure I'm getting the best of it. Example: I was playing $5 FPDW for about 3 hrs a day(no competition) I received a minimal amount of comps the first few times from the host.
After after my 3rd session and 2 sets of deuces, I decided to give him $50. He told me to go shopping in the gift shop and bring this( $300 credit slip).
The 4th day I Tossed him $150. After that the host was giving me about $700 per day in shopping during my trip, even if I played for just 1hr. I got Gold jewelry, watches, collectibles. He even reimbursed my outside mall shopping in cash, and had the limo take me there. On top of that it was Air fair Full RFB or anything I charged to the room, including in-room movies.
Other hosts were doing the same or better in Reno and Tahoe at the time. The tipping went up as did the shopping amounts. I should have skipped the junk and stuck to gold.
Some hosts would give you 20% of losses per day, but not on table games, at least not for me.
I know guys that are really pushy with hosts and get plenty. I know some people who are timid. Hosts can usually sense how much you know about comps. If they feel they can min comp you they will. If they think you're being greedy and taking advantage they will tighten up not bend.
I still always feel a bit strange asking for more than I know I deserve from hosts especially ones I haven't dealt with much. I`feel like i'm talking to my principal or something. I really dislike the awkwardness of them saying, sorry I can not do that for you right now. It's like getting turned down for a date.
My suggestion. The first time ask for less than you deserve, then Tip your host like $10-$25 at that time, depending on your play and what you ask for and what you want. He/she will usually give you a hint what they are willing to do for you.
Very Good sign, Host: 'If there's ANYTHING I can do for you just let me know'
Bad sign, Host ' come see me after you are done playing, ill assess your play and see if you're eligible for anything'
The scarf is a perfect idea, I've seen her wear them before.