Pros

  • In the Marina District, near the Borgata and the Aquarium
  • Hopping casino with thousands of slot machines and table games
  • Spacious rooms with coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and blackout curtains
  • Many rooms have expansive bay and Brigantine Island views
  • Impressive array of restaurants ranging from casual butter to gourmet
  • Adults-only indoor pool that turns into a trendy nightclub
  • Separate family pool area with arcade games (open seasonally)
  • Entertainment such as weekly shows, and Saturday DJ sessions at the pool
  • Red Door Spa offers massages and hair and nail services
  • Spacious, 24-hour fitness center, plus free aquatic aerobic classes daily
  • Huge conference center with audiovisual equipment and catering services
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
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Cons

  • Not located along the beach or boardwalk
  • Older towers are in need of renovations
  • Some complaints of lacking housekeeping
  • Fee for on-site self-parking
  • Fee for access to the pool on Saturday afternoon
  • Minimum food and drink fee in pool cabanas and bungalows
  • Smoking rooms available (pro for some)
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Bottom Line

Open since 1980, the upscale Harrah's Atlantic City is a massive hotel and casino located in the Marina District. The resort offers 2,590 rooms in five towers, as well as a slew of amenities, including 13 restaurants, four bars, many shops, and a fitness center. Unlike at other Atlantic City resorts, the casino is not the main draw here; rather, action is centered around the adults-only indoor pool, a glass-domed oasis with constant 82-degree temperatures and tropical plants. At night it becomes "The Pool After Dark," a lively club scene with DJs and occasional celeb appearances. Other highlights include a full spa, entertainment such as jazz concerts and comedy shows, and a seasonal family-friendly pool. Rooms renovated in 2019 are spacious, well-equipped, and contemporary, while older units need renovations and a good scrub. Those looking to stay closer to the boardwalk may want to compare rates at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.

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Amenities

  • Casino
  • Cribs
  • Fitness Center
  • Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pool
  • Spa

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Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City

What Are the Design and Scene Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

This huge casino resort draws a mix of partygoers, couples, and families.

Lobby at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

In a way, Harrah's has a split personality. As the oldest property in the Marina District, elements of the original structure and casino desperately call for renovations. For instance, rooms in the older towers (in particular, the Atrium and Marina buildings) are tired and come at a cheap price. On the other end, a number of great amenities were added during the resort's expansions and renovations in 2008, 2014 and 2018-19. The Bayview and Coastal towers, specifically, have been fully redesigned and rooms there stand up well against other similarly priced hotels in Atlantic City. However, the property announced in December 2019 that it would undergo another extensive renovation to upgrade the Harrah’s Atlantic City Marina Tower rooms.

While there is a large casino that draws tons of non-guests, perhaps the most noteworthy feature at Harrah's is the 21-and-over tropical indoor pool that turns into a nightclub, "The Pool After Dark," every evening (think bottle service, cabanas, and DJs). Obviously, this scene appeals to a young party crowd as opposed to families, though there is a separate pool that kids are allowed to use. Additionally, the hotel’s 125-square-foot conference center also draws tons of business travelers. In short, with its wide array of amenities for families, couples, and partygoers, the hotel is a good pick for all types of visitors, and the atmosphere is lively and fun.

See More What Are the Design and Scene Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

Where Is Harrah's Atlantic City Resort Located in New Jersey?

It’s in Atlantic City's Marina District, a seven-minute drive from the boardwalk.

The Marina District is an area of New Jersey’s Atlantic City that has seen quite a bit of change, especially with the opening of the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa and The Water Club Hotel, which feature celebrity chef restaurants and a some of Atlantic City's hottest nightlife. Borgata, located adjacent to the Harrah’s, has become a destination unto itself, but there is little else to do within walking distance of the resort. The Atlantic City Convention Center is about a seven-minute drive from the Harrah’s. For those asking “How far is Harrah's Atlantic City from the beach?”, the resort is also a seven-minute car ride from Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk, the beach, and the New Jersey Transit train station. Bally's Atlantic City Hotel & Casino is an eight-minute drive from Harrah’s. A little farther away are Absecon Lighthouse and the Brigantine Golf Links. Cape May, New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are both about an hour away, while it takes just over two hours to get to New York City. Atlantic City International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Harrah’s.

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What Are Rooms Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

Spacious, well-equipped rooms range from contemporary and clean to old and worn.

Suite at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

Harrah's Atlantic City Resort has over 2,500 rooms in five towers, including the Atrium, Marina, and Waterfront towers, and the newer Bayview and Coastal buildings. Older rooms are showing wear and tear and have rather dated decor, including classic wooden furniture, carpets in neutral hues, and generic artwork on walls. Bayview and Coastal rooms have a more contemporary style that combines brown patterned carpets, crisp white bedding with purple bed runners and white padded headboards, and white accent walls with sleek golden designs. Fortunately, the property announced in December 2019 that it would renovate the Marina Tower rooms, with an expected finish date of April 2020.

Large flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and coffeemakers are all standard amenities, while suites add iPod docks, DVD players (some), and spacious living areas -- some with sofa beds. Atrium Penthouses feature gas fireplaces. Big windows let in lots of light in all rooms, but Waterfront, Coastal, and Bayview towers offer the best bay and Brigantine Island views.

Bathrooms vary between renovated and non-renovated units. While the former feature ample vanity areas with big mirrors plus separate showers and soaking tubs, the latter have older granite and wooden vanities, plus simple shower/tub combos. Suites have bigger bathrooms with walk-in glass rainfall showers and separate jetted tubs.

All but the Coastal Tower have a selection of smoking rooms, so those bothered by cigarette smell may want to request a non-smoking unit upon check-in or on booking. Also, those traveling with dogs can request a Pet Stay Room in the Marina Tower, which come with a few pet-friendly perks, including bowls and beds.

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What Are Pools Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

An adults-only indoor pool turns into a hopping nightlife.

Pool at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

The Harrah’s Atlantic City pool is easily one of the resort’s top features. The adults-only indoor pool is housed in a large glass dome and surrounded by palm trees and other plants. There are four hot tubs, private cabanas, and bar service for cocktails. This space turns into a nightclub known as "The Pool After Dark" with bottle service, DJs, and occasional celebrity sightings. Guests get free access to the pool except on Saturday afternoon, when there are DJ sessions and minimum drinks and food fees in cabanas, daybeds, bungalows, and tables.

There is an additional, much smaller, family-friendly pool -- complete with a game room with arcade games -- that opens seasonally only.

See More What Are Pools Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

What Features are Available at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

A huge casino, popular nightclub, gym, spa, conference center, and shows provide ample ways to keep busy on-site.

Harrah’s Atlantic City casino is a huge space located on the main floor. It features over 2,000 slot machines, as well as table games, video reel games, and sports bets. Smoking is allowed in the casino, but there is a non-smoking section with slots and tables.

The fitness center offers a few dozen cardio and strength-training machines overlooking the main pool. Massages and hair and nail services are available at the Harrah’s Atlantic City spa, Red Door Spa, which features a couple dozen treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy area, plus a sauna, steam room, and relaxation area with a fireplace.

The hotel’s 2014 expansion added a 125,000-square-foot conference center offering boardrooms, meeting rooms, and ballrooms of all sizes and shapes. Audiovisual equipment is available on request, as are catering services.

Aside from DJ sessions at the pool/nightclub, the hotel has a large theater with weekly shows, concerts, and events such as comedy and jazz performances. The Waterfront Shops sell jewelry and clothing, and there is self-parking on-site for a fee.

See More What Features are Available at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

What Restaurants and Bars Are at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

A wide array of dining choices ranges from a casual restaurant to a high-end Gordon Ramsay steakhouse.

Restaurant at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

Harrah's Atlantic City restaurants offer a nice range of dining options to suit all budgets. For fine dining, guests can choose from Asian at Oshi, Mexican at Veracruz, authentic Italian-American cuisine at Martorano’s, or steakhouse offerings at Gordon Ramsay Steak. More casual dining can be had at Waterfront Buffet or the various food court options, which include pizza, sandwiches, salads, and a Starbucks. The Harrah’s Atlantic City buffet serves dinner every night and breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. Children eat for a lower cost. Additionally, the property has a buffet-to-go, where guests can fit as much as they want in a box to-go.

The hotel is also home to three bars, including a lobby lounge with live music. Room service is available 24/7.

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Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City

What Are the Design and Scene Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

This huge casino resort draws a mix of partygoers, couples, and families.

Lobby at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

In a way, Harrah's has a split personality. As the oldest property in the Marina District, elements of the original structure and casino desperately call for renovations. For instance, rooms in the older towers (in particular, the Atrium and Marina buildings) are tired and come at a cheap price. On the other end, a number of great amenities were added during the resort's expansions and renovations in 2008, 2014 and 2018-19. The Bayview and Coastal towers, specifically, have been fully redesigned and rooms there stand up well against other similarly priced hotels in Atlantic City. However, the property announced in December 2019 that it would undergo another extensive renovation to upgrade the Harrah’s Atlantic City Marina Tower rooms.

While there is a large casino that draws tons of non-guests, perhaps the most noteworthy feature at Harrah's is the 21-and-over tropical indoor pool that turns into a nightclub, "The Pool After Dark," every evening (think bottle service, cabanas, and DJs). Obviously, this scene appeals to a young party crowd as opposed to families, though there is a separate pool that kids are allowed to use. Additionally, the hotel’s 125-square-foot conference center also draws tons of business travelers. In short, with its wide array of amenities for families, couples, and partygoers, the hotel is a good pick for all types of visitors, and the atmosphere is lively and fun.

See More What Are the Design and Scene Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

Where Is Harrah's Atlantic City Resort Located in New Jersey?

It’s in Atlantic City's Marina District, a seven-minute drive from the boardwalk.

The Marina District is an area of New Jersey’s Atlantic City that has seen quite a bit of change, especially with the opening of the Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa and The Water Club Hotel, which feature celebrity chef restaurants and a some of Atlantic City's hottest nightlife. Borgata, located adjacent to the Harrah’s, has become a destination unto itself, but there is little else to do within walking distance of the resort. The Atlantic City Convention Center is about a seven-minute drive from the Harrah’s. For those asking “How far is Harrah's Atlantic City from the beach?”, the resort is also a seven-minute car ride from Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk, the beach, and the New Jersey Transit train station. Bally's Atlantic City Hotel & Casino is an eight-minute drive from Harrah’s. A little farther away are Absecon Lighthouse and the Brigantine Golf Links. Cape May, New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania are both about an hour away, while it takes just over two hours to get to New York City. Atlantic City International Airport is a 20-minute drive from Harrah’s.

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What Are Rooms Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

Spacious, well-equipped rooms range from contemporary and clean to old and worn.

Suite at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

Harrah's Atlantic City Resort has over 2,500 rooms in five towers, including the Atrium, Marina, and Waterfront towers, and the newer Bayview and Coastal buildings. Older rooms are showing wear and tear and have rather dated decor, including classic wooden furniture, carpets in neutral hues, and generic artwork on walls. Bayview and Coastal rooms have a more contemporary style that combines brown patterned carpets, crisp white bedding with purple bed runners and white padded headboards, and white accent walls with sleek golden designs. Fortunately, the property announced in December 2019 that it would renovate the Marina Tower rooms, with an expected finish date of April 2020.

Large flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free Wi-Fi, and coffeemakers are all standard amenities, while suites add iPod docks, DVD players (some), and spacious living areas -- some with sofa beds. Atrium Penthouses feature gas fireplaces. Big windows let in lots of light in all rooms, but Waterfront, Coastal, and Bayview towers offer the best bay and Brigantine Island views.

Bathrooms vary between renovated and non-renovated units. While the former feature ample vanity areas with big mirrors plus separate showers and soaking tubs, the latter have older granite and wooden vanities, plus simple shower/tub combos. Suites have bigger bathrooms with walk-in glass rainfall showers and separate jetted tubs.

All but the Coastal Tower have a selection of smoking rooms, so those bothered by cigarette smell may want to request a non-smoking unit upon check-in or on booking. Also, those traveling with dogs can request a Pet Stay Room in the Marina Tower, which come with a few pet-friendly perks, including bowls and beds.

See More What Are Rooms Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

What Are Pools Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

An adults-only indoor pool turns into a hopping nightlife.

Pool at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

The Harrah’s Atlantic City pool is easily one of the resort’s top features. The adults-only indoor pool is housed in a large glass dome and surrounded by palm trees and other plants. There are four hot tubs, private cabanas, and bar service for cocktails. This space turns into a nightclub known as "The Pool After Dark" with bottle service, DJs, and occasional celebrity sightings. Guests get free access to the pool except on Saturday afternoon, when there are DJ sessions and minimum drinks and food fees in cabanas, daybeds, bungalows, and tables.

There is an additional, much smaller, family-friendly pool -- complete with a game room with arcade games -- that opens seasonally only.

See More What Are Pools Like at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

What Features are Available at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

A huge casino, popular nightclub, gym, spa, conference center, and shows provide ample ways to keep busy on-site.

Harrah’s Atlantic City casino is a huge space located on the main floor. It features over 2,000 slot machines, as well as table games, video reel games, and sports bets. Smoking is allowed in the casino, but there is a non-smoking section with slots and tables.

The fitness center offers a few dozen cardio and strength-training machines overlooking the main pool. Massages and hair and nail services are available at the Harrah’s Atlantic City spa, Red Door Spa, which features a couple dozen treatment rooms and a hydrotherapy area, plus a sauna, steam room, and relaxation area with a fireplace.

The hotel’s 2014 expansion added a 125,000-square-foot conference center offering boardrooms, meeting rooms, and ballrooms of all sizes and shapes. Audiovisual equipment is available on request, as are catering services.

Aside from DJ sessions at the pool/nightclub, the hotel has a large theater with weekly shows, concerts, and events such as comedy and jazz performances. The Waterfront Shops sell jewelry and clothing, and there is self-parking on-site for a fee.

See More What Features are Available at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

What Restaurants and Bars Are at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

A wide array of dining choices ranges from a casual restaurant to a high-end Gordon Ramsay steakhouse.

Restaurant at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort

Harrah's Atlantic City restaurants offer a nice range of dining options to suit all budgets. For fine dining, guests can choose from Asian at Oshi, Mexican at Veracruz, authentic Italian-American cuisine at Martorano’s, or steakhouse offerings at Gordon Ramsay Steak. More casual dining can be had at Waterfront Buffet or the various food court options, which include pizza, sandwiches, salads, and a Starbucks. The Harrah’s Atlantic City buffet serves dinner every night and breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays. Children eat for a lower cost. Additionally, the property has a buffet-to-go, where guests can fit as much as they want in a box to-go.

The hotel is also home to three bars, including a lobby lounge with live music. Room service is available 24/7.

See More What Restaurants and Bars Are at Harrah's Atlantic City Resort?

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Beauty / Hair Salon

  • Business Center

  • Cabanas

  • Cable

  • Casino

  • Children's Pool

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Fitness Center

  • Gameroom / Arcade

  • Golf Course

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Pool

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

  • Smoking Rooms Available

  • Spa

  • Swim-Up Bar

  • Tennis Court

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