Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa Rating: 4.0 Pearls

Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

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The Borgata opened its doors in 2003 as the first new property in Atlantic City in 13 years. It is, arguably, the city’s premier destination, and excellent dining, nightlife, and entertainment are on offer. Located two miles from the boardwalk, the Borgata was designed to provide everything guests need in one place. The scene is high-adrenaline -- on the casino floor, in the celebrity-owned restaurants (like Bobby Flay Steak) and in the bars and concert venues. Despite its enormous size, the main floor and casino are easy to navigate. The size, range of entertainment, and nightlife provide a feeling of Las Vegas in Atlantic City.

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The Borgata is two miles from the Atlantic City boardwalk and provides a range of entertainment designed to keep visitors on-site. Renaissance Pointe is next to the Farley State Marina and is easy to get to from local highways. The Borgata's main level is connected to the Water Club Hotel, home to high-end stores like Hugo Boss, Just Cavalli, and Vintage (a boutique wine shop).

• 2-minute walk to the Water Club Hotel
• 5-minute drive to Farley State Marina
• 7-minute drive to the New Jersey Transit train station
• 7-minute to the Atlantic City Convention Center
• 7-minute drive to retail outlet shops
• 8-minute drive to the boardwalk and beach
• 10-minute drive to Absecon Lighthouse
• 10-minute drive to Brigantine Golf Links
• 10-minute drive to Lucy the Elephant
• 25-minute drive to Renault Winery
• 50-minute drive to Long Beach Island
• 52-minute drive to Wildwoods by the Sea
• 57-minute drive to Cape May
• 65-minute drive to Philadelphia
• 130-minute drive to New York City

Classic rooms are nice and simply decorated in neutral colors, and are starting to show wear and tear. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer great views and allow substantial natural light. All rooms have a Keurig single-cup coffeemaker, while suites offer additional amenities such as large flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and spacious seating areas.

However, by July 2012, the Borgata will have completed a $50 million renovation of its rooms and respective lavatories as well as its hallways. New for the guest quarters are 46-inch flat-screen TVs, English Sycamore furniture, and in the WC, glass-enclosed showers, revamped wallpaper and a new brand of toiletries called Lather.

• Floor-to-ceiling windows
• Customized lighting
• Bathrooms with granite countertops
• Showers designed for two people
• Work desks and chairs
• Keurig single cup coffeemakers
• In-room movies and video games
• Central air and heat
• Views of Atlantic City

The casino floor clocks in at 161,000 square feet, offering 200 table games and 4100 slot machines. A large event space features some of the biggest acts in music, while a smaller stage offers comedy and other entertainment. This massive resort also has a spacious fitness center, inviting spa, and Italian-style indoor pool with Jacuzzis and palm trees.

• The main casino floor has plentiful table games and slot machines.
• A 2400-seat Event Center showcases big acts like Pearl Jam and Gwen Stefani.
• The Music Box is a 1000-seat theater for comedy nights and smaller acts.
• The Toccare Spa offers a range of luxurious treatments.
• A modern and spacious fitness center called the Pump Room
• A large and attractive indoor pool with two Jacuzzis
• During the summer a free shuttle is available to Brigantine beach
• On-site boutique shopping
• Self-parking and valet parking available
• 24-hour room service
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The Borgata is home to 12 total fine dining and casual restaurants with big names such as Bobby Flay Steak -- a regular guest at the Borgata -- and Wolfgang Puck American Grille. It is also the second location of Old Homestead, a restaurant made famous in New York City for its hand-massaged Kobe beef. The Borgata Buffet serves a substantial breakfast and there are cafés for espresso, pastries and gelato. In addition to dining, there are several nightlife options including music venues, dance clubs, and bars.

Fine dining options include: Old Homestead Steakhouse, Bobby Flay Steak, Wolfgang Puck American Grille, Izakaya (modern Japanese fare), Seablue (Mediterranean food), and Fornelletto (Italian cuisine).

Casual fare on-site includes French bistro dishes at The Metropolitan; noodles at N.O.W.; buffet food at Borgata Buffet; pizza, pasta, and paninis at Roma; sandwiches at Bread + Butter; and tapas at Sunroom.