Modeled after historic riverboats, Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs consists of 38,500 square feet of gaming excitement with 1,500 of the newest and most popular slots and video poker games along with 23 table games, including blackjack, craps and roulette. Guests enter the property through its light and airy streetscape where they are greeted by the aroma of breads, cakes and pastries wafting from the popular Bella’s Bakery & Café.