Hard Rock Hotel Casino
Arguably one of the hippest joints in town, the Hard Rock Hotel houses some of Vegas’ hottest entertainment, restaurants and nightspots.
It’s all about the music. And the world’s first “rock ‘n’ roll hotel and casino” knows it. From light fixtures created out of drum cymbals and Fender guitar-shaped door handles to the leather-and-steel walls of the parking garage elevator, every aspect of the Hard Rock worships at the altar of rock.
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Macau will join existing Hard Rock branded hotel and casino properties in Las Vegas, Nevada; Hollywood, Florida; and Tampa, Florida; and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Biloxi, Mississippi, which is scheduled to open in late Summer 2007. In addition, it will become part of the fast growing network of Hard Rock Hotels, including Chicago, Illinois; Orlando, Florida; Bali, Indonesia; and Pattaya, Thailand; and projects under development in San Diego, California; Palm Springs, California; and Copper Mountain, Colorado; among other exciting global destinations.
The Casino. Slots have guitar-neck handles, blackjack layouts are customized with rock-related art, craps tables are adorned with Grateful Dead lyrics, and the rock music plays nonstop. The machines not only look good, but the player’s club is surprisingly generous with bonus programs that are more like a locals-oriented casino than a tourist trap. There’s a fun pickup bar in the middle that’s designed for eyeballing the miniskirts walking by
Getting There: Located off the Florida Turnpike, just 2 miles from I-95 and 5 miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Rooms: 500
Suites: 63
Floors: 12
Nearby Airport: Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International (FLL)
In Rooms: Cable TV. Mini Bar. Coffee Maker. Hair Dryer. Iron & Ironing Board. Safe. Data Line.
Other Info: Restaurant on Site. 24-Hour Room Service. Valet Parking. Self Parking
Music memorabilia
Hard Rock is better known for its atmosphere than its food. The cafes not only solicit donations of music memorabilia, but also purchase a number of items at auctions around the world. Hard Rock has the world’s largest collection of such items. Memorabilia like autographed guitars, outfits from world tours and rare photographs are oft to be found mounted on cafe walls. The collection began in 1979 with the gift of an un-signed guitar (a Red Fender Lead II) from Eric Clapton, who was a regular at the first restaurant in London.
Hard Rock Hotel Details
Number of rooms: 646.
Casino: Yes, 30,000 square feet. Casino games include Blackjack, Craps, Let It Ride, Pai Gow Poker, Roulette, Slots, Baccarat and Megabucks. There also is a poolside casino area with swim-up Blackjack.
Race & sports book: Yes, a 60-seat race and sports book, equipped with 28 televisions and two big screens.
Restaurants: The Hard Rock has the following dining options: Ago, AJ’s Steakhouse, Mr. Lucky’s 24/7, Nobu, The Pink Taco and Starbucks.
Theme: Hotel
Price: US$80-120 ยป Currency Converter
Comparison: about average
Phone: 702-693-5000
Directions: Paradise Road at Harmon Avenue
Website: www.hardrock.com
Map: Hard Rock Hotel And Casino
Rock Spa at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Review
The young, hip vibe of the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is evident throughout the entire property, including the Rock Spa.
The spa features a fitness area tailored to the hotel’s younger guests who take their workouts seriously and like to focus on weight training. The fitness area, which overlooks the hotel pool, offers state-of-the-art cardio and weight equipment as well as a large selection of free weights.
