151 Beach Blvd, Biloxi, Mississippi, United States | (618) 248-8274
24-hour casino with slots and table games, including poker
Sophisticated rooms include flat-screen TVs and some terraces
Sleek full-service spa and fitness center with modern Precor equipment
Glamorous outdoor pool with daybeds, private cabanas, and poolside bar
Four restaurants include Morton's Steakhouse and Bubba Gump -- some are open 24/7
Starbucks in the lobby
Evening entertainment and top-of-the-line bands
Room service available
Free Wi-Fi and free indoor parking
Gift shop sells souvenirs, toiletries, and cold drinks
Damage deposit collected at check-in
Breakfast not included
Hefty surcharge for use of poolside cabanas and daybeds
Slightly cheesy decor and a bit dated
Smoking is permitted in the casino (a pro for some, and there's no smoking in rooms)
The upper-middle-range Golden Nugget Biloxi is a casino resort destination with a slight Vegas feel, located a half mile from the beach. Many guests stay put to enjoy the tricked-out pools, spa, bars, chain restaurants, and 24-hour gambling. The Golden Nugget is not an ideal family vacation spot as the vibe and entertainment are adult -- even the pool is high-end and clubby. This is the kind of place that charges a damages deposit upfront. The 704 guest rooms are spacious and sophisticated. High rollers will want to check out the luxurious Spa Suite with a full living room and artificial grass patio. South Beach Biloxi Hotel & Suites is in the same price range, and is right on the beach.
