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Corona Casino and Resort: 5-Star Poker in Phu Quoc

Callum Jury
Originally from the Lake District, UK, I’ve spent the last few years living and breathing the Southeast Asian poker circuit. Since 2025, I’ve been a fixture on the floor at the APT, PokerStars, and WSOP events, serving as a lead reporter and media specialist for Somuchpoker. My work is about more than just recording action; I manage the social media and digital content that brings action rail to the fans. By combining a business education and creative background, I aim to look past the technical hand histories to capture the actual human grit and drama that happens during a deep run.

Corona Resort & Casino is a landmark destination on Phu Quoc Island, distinguished as the first legal casino in Vietnam to welcome both local citizens and international tourists. Nestled in the pristine Bai Dai area, this 18,000-square-meter integrated resort offers a lavish atmosphere comparable to major hubs in Macau or Singapore. For poker enthusiasts, Corona serves as a premier tropical battlefield, combining a dedicated high-stakes poker room with world-class amenities like an 18-hole golf course and a private beach.


Why Corona Casino Phu Quoc?

  • Pioneer of Legal Gaming: It is the largest and most modern casino in Vietnam, uniquely authorized to admit Vietnamese nationals alongside foreign players.
  • Premier Tournament Destination: A major stop for elite regional tours, hosting the Asian Poker Tour (APT) and the Vietnam Poker Tour (VPT) with multi-billion VND guarantees.
  • All-In-One Resort: Part of a massive 5-star complex featuring over 3,000 hotel rooms, the VinWonders theme park, and a luxury safari.
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GAMES
Texas Hold’em & Russian Poker
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STAKES
Mass Market & Premium Area
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PARKING
Free Valet & Shuttle

The Corona Poker Experience

Action at Corona Casino is centered in a sophisticated dedicated poker area where players from across the globe gather for both cash games and major tournaments. The casino recently expanded its offerings with a “Premium Mass” gaming zone, catering to high-stakes players with increased betting limits and priority service. Beyond standard Texas Hold’em, the casino spreads a variety of variants including Russian Poker, Three-Card Poker, and Caribbean Stud, often featuring auto-shufflers and professional dealers trained to international standards.

During international series like the VPT Championship or APT Phu Quoc, the venue transforms into a buzzing arena with over 100 tables, attracting top poker talent from 40+ countries. Unlike traditional rooms, Corona provides a holistic “holiday” vibe, where players can enjoy free coffee, water, and buggy rides between sessions. The room’s high-tech infrastructure, including modern LED screens and the use of the PokerAtlas tracking system, ensures a seamless experience for those looking for elite competition in a tropical paradise.


Venue Logistics

📍 Location: Bai Dai, Ganh Dau, Phu Quoc Island. It is approximately a 1-hour drive from Phu Quoc International Airport.

🏨 Accommodations: The complex features a massive variety of stays, ranging from the ultra-luxurious Radisson Blu and Wyndham Grand to the budget-friendly VinHolidays Fiesta.

📝 Entry & Requirements: Foreigners must be 18+ and present a valid passport with entry/exit stamps for free entry. Vietnamese nationals must be 21+, prove a monthly income of 10M+ VND, and pay a daily entry fee of 1M VND.


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Festivals at Corona Casino and Resort

Corona Casino and Resort related news

VPT Championship III: Early Bird Promotion & Schedule Announced
Join the VPT Championship III at Corona Resort & Casino (May 6–18, 2026). Full tournament schedule, early bird packages, and player promotions.
03/25/2026
Games are underway at VPT Championship II in Phu Quoc Island ₫50 billion (~$1.92M) GTD
After a six-month wait, the Vietnam Poker Tour (VPT) returns to Phu Quoc Island for VPT Championship II, featuring a bold VN₫ 50 billion (~US$ 1.92 million)
11/01/2025
VPT Championship II Bigger And More Explosive Feat. ₫50 Billion In Guarantees
The highly awaited VPT Championship returns to Phu Quoc Island from October 31 to November 10 featuring VN₫ 50 Billion (~US$ 1.92M) in guarantees!
09/10/2025
Vietnam Poker Tour Debuts Solo Event At Stunning Pearl Island With VND 35 Billion In Guarantees
The Vietnam Poker Tour will host its first standalone event featuring the largest local brand guarantee of VND 35 Billion. Event runs from April 5-13, 2025.
03/11/2025
APT Phu Quoc: Over US$ 4.1 Million in Paid Out; New Tour Mark Set
Through 78 trophy events spanning ten days, APT Phu Quoc, held at the Corona Resort and Casino, a grand total of VND 104,420,824,349 (~US$ 4,111,055) were handed out to the winners coming from 47 countries and regions
11/18/2024
APT Phu Quoc: Hu Jinlong wins Main Event, Hauls Career High Payout
China’s Hu Jinlong took care of the last four eliminations enroute to claiming the Asian Poker Tour - APT Phu Quoc Main Event title along with the prestigious
11/17/2024
Final 9 of APT Phu Quoc Main Event Set; David Erquiaga Leads The Way
The field has been whittled down 795 total entries to 50 contenders and now just the final nine as the battle for the  APT Phu Quoc Main Event title reaches
11/16/2024
APT Phu Quoc Main Event draws 795 entries, Vietnam’s Nghiem Xuan Thieu atop Day 2 leaderboard
The return of the Asian Poker Tour (APT) to Vietnam has been met with incredible support from the players as 795 (Event #20) APT Phu Quoc Main Event entries were logged, eclipsing its 2023 mark of 507 and setting a new tour stop record.
11/15/2024
APT Phu Quoc 2024 Main Event Sees Jinlong Hu in the Lead into Day 2; Avneesh Munjal and Bui Xuan Truong Find Success
The APT Phu Quoc 2024 festivities continue to be in the spotlight with its Main Event action heating up at the Corona Resort & Casino, Phu Quoc. All four starting flights have played through, and drew in a combined 753 entries over the past three days.
11/14/2024
APT Phu Quoc 2024: Sergei Korzhenko Stacks the Highest Across Main Event Flight B; Daniil Shalaev Takes Down Another
Right on its halfway mark, APT Phu Quoc 2024 continues to shine at the Corona Resort & Casino, Phu Quoc, with its Main Event qualifying rounds underway. The second of four flights recently concluded with another 66 survivors advancing to Day 2, led by Russia’s Sergei Korzhenko.
11/13/2024
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