Known for long wide beaches, casinos, glitzy accommodation, high-end shopping, world-class entertainment, the iconic Boardwalk and being the setting for the epic TV series (the multiple award-winning Boardwalk Empire starring Steve Buscemi in case anyone needs any reminders) the New Jersey gem is built for serious fun. Part of the fun is definitely its collection of awesome hotels. From quirky historic boutiques to grand and modern high-rises perfect for non-stop partying, here are the best cool and unusual hotels in Atlantic City in (no particular order)…
1. The Water Club Hotel – a stylish and very trendy upscale casino hotel with chic and modern amenities
The Water Club has introduced a new brand of hospitality to Atlantic City, offering guests access to the nightlife, dining, and entertainment of Borgata.
At this luxurious, exclusive escape on the Renaissance Pointe, the very best of Atlantic City is brought right to your doorstep, and within a 10-minute drive, you can reach the Farley State Marina, the Atlantic City Convention Centre, many retail outlet shops, the boardwalk and the beach.
The hotel boasts a highly sophisticated stature, with adults-only heated pools, a two-floor spa, designer shopping on-site and a modern fitness centre, and is a perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. Its 800 contemporary accommodations offer modern furnishings and feature flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, iPod docks and wet bars.
Previous guests have highly acclaimed the services on offer at The Water Club, especially the massage pampering and Ayurvedic treatments at the spa, and the Old Homestead Steakhouse which serves delicious American cuisine.
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2. Ocean Casino Resort – an upscale Instagrammable resort with cool and unique decor
Ocean Casino Resort, towering above the skyline as the tallest building in Atlantic City, embodies that feeling you get when your soul is set ablaze by a transcending Atlantic Ocean sunrise. Voted Philadelphia Magazine’s Best of Philly® 2021 Best Casino, this breath-taking resort which spans 20 beachfront acres on the well-known Atlantic City Boardwalk, is the city’s most innovative and premier luxury casino resort.
Ocean Casino Resort boasts almost 2000 of the world’s most exciting slot machines in its high-energy casino, as well as 125 action-packed table games.
Guests in all 1399 guestrooms can glare through floor-to-ceiling windows over the ocean and the Atlantic City skyline, then let their tastebuds run wild and indulge at one of the many high-end restaurants at the hotel, with award-winning chefs catering to everybody.
Private poolside experiences are available at the Pools & Cabanas, as are effortlessly elegant spa sessions at the Exhale Spa + Bathhouse. A spirit of kindness runs through the hotel, and the hotels ‘Ocean Cares’ initiative funds philanthropic efforts and charitable giving at both community and national level.
This resort is much more than a destination. It is a mindset, a new paradigm through which to view the world.
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3. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City – a funky and fun famous themed hotel perfect for partying Millennials and Gen Zs
This action-packed hotel will certainly dial up your excitement levels with a staggering event calendar of world-class entertainment, and an expansive nightlife circuit unlike any other.
Post-night out, guests can extravagantly make their way back to the luxurious guestrooms and suites, which are decked out with first-rate amenities and feature both ocean and city views.
The hotel spans 17-acres, with the legendary Atlantic City boardwalk as its backdrop. The pool area, located on the 4th level of the South Tower, boasts a quirky sundeck, as well as many exciting arcade games.
The Hard Rock’s infamous spa features 31 newly designed treatment rooms, home to a comprehensive list of services, including a barbershop!
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4. The Claridge Hotel – a stylish and elegant historic beachfront hotel that offers direct casino access
Guests experience a wonderful charm at The Claridge, once nicknamed ‘Skyscraper by the Sea’ due to its remarkable location steps from the Atlantic City boardwalk.
One of the last architectural masterpieces from the Boardwalk Empire Era, this famed hotel has housed legends such as Mickey Mantle, Martin Luther King Jr, Frank Sinatra, Princess Grace of Monaco, and Mickey Mantle.
The Claridge Hotel boasts 20th-century-style décor and a charismatic ambiance, which is replicated in all 480 renovated Oceanview guestrooms.
A unique array of service amenities is provided, including the 500-seat Las Vegas-style cabaret showroom, an elegant ballroom and a cardio health club, and for those who enjoy placing bets at the casino, the Bally’s casino is conveniently connected to the hotel’s second floor entrance.
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5. Chelsea Pub and Inn – a Victorian boutique style B&B with quirky-chic decor
Located a block from the Atlantic City Boardwalk, this eclectic Victorian hotel has a long history since its 1880 opening. A lengthy remodel has seen the Inn restored and updated to a new glory and allure, yet through prohibition and into the mid-20th century, it was a hotbed for the wealthy and socially elite.
Guests can enjoy the made-to-order cocktails at the Inn, as well as a blissful sleeping experience in one of the uniquely designed rooms, embellished with a personal touch.
This small and caring guesthouse lives and breathes a very compassionate family vision, and thus combines competitive rates with a top-rate service to make your stay both comfortable and memorable.
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6. Tropicana Casino and Resort – a unique and fun beachfront resort that offers great amenities and an excellent service
For those craving a much-needed break, this glamorous hotel is the perfect spot to go on shopping sprees, kick back in Atlantic City’s finest selection of lounges and nightclubs, or feed yourself with delicious dining in any of the 24 trendy restaurants.
All within the hotel complex! Tropicana underwent a $90 million renovation in 2016, which included the introduction of its infamously spectacular Multimedia Light and Sound Show.
It prides itself as a 24-hour gaming destination and is located right on the beach and boardwalk. This hotel, which features consistently as a ‘Must-See Attraction’ in Atlantic City, is the epitome of grandeur. It is the home of ‘The Quarter’ – A prominent 200,000-square-foot entertainment complex.
Its 2,047 rooms are bright and spacious, and are complimented with first-rate amenities to guarantee an unforgettable stay. What’s more, the hotel boasts the only IMAX theatre in Southern New Jersey, a weekly fireworks show, and 4 pools which offer the perfect respite for anybody – Families, friends, or couples alike!
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7. Atlantis Inn Hotel – a historic B&B with chic romantic rooms
Founded by the Lake brothers in 1879, the Atlantis Inn has experienced an interesting past and has been under much renovation since the 1920s, when it would be enjoyed by high-society Philadelphians, and well-published in Philadelphia newspapers.
The building has been totally redesigned, retaining only the four walls and the interior staircases, and the rooms are bolstered with all the amenities of a brand new, state-of-the-art guesthouse.
The Inn now boasts a sophisticated European chic style, with elegant Mediterranean-themed décor and furnishings surrounding a lobby in the French Provencale style.
The Atlantis Inn compliments its Honduran mahogany-covered porch veranda with a 1600-square-foot Philippine mahogany rooftop deck with idyllic, panoramic ocean views. A leafy, street-level, café-style patio is also offered.
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8. Jolly Roger Motel – a funky retro-chic motel which offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool
This beautiful, amenity-laden Motel, is home to a feeling of nostalgia and warmth, owing to its vibrant staff presence and its swag mid-century retro aesthetic.
This décor holds true to the Jetsonian designs of energetic, fun, and inspiring. Although the Jolly Roger Motel is situated up to an hour’s drive from Atlantic City itself, it has become one of the most iconic motels on the East Coast since its 1960 establishment, and is surrounded by fantastic shops and eateries.
All bathrooms are equipped with KOHLER elements, and the quirky bedrooms are decked with modern amenities. A poolside restaurant serving meals and smoothies offers guests a comfortable respite to return to after an energetic day out exploring the many attractions which embellish this gorgeous coastline.
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9. 9 Bedroom, 14 Beds House Great for Big Groups. Near Boardwalk, Tropicana – one of the coolest holiday homes to vacation in Atlantic City
For those in pursuit of a well-appointed holiday home big enough to accommodate the whole family, or a large group of friends, here we have an inviting, eloquently designed property which will certainly add some style to your vacation.
The designers went to great lengths to ensure this modern home replicates the plush characteristics of a state-of-the-art hotel, and thus all 9 bedrooms (with 14 beds in total) radiate a charming hip vibe, reinforced by naturally bright and simplistic custom décor and colour patterns in the communal areas.
This air-conditioned holiday home boasts a private terrace, a flat-screen TV, plus all the necessary amenities to guarantee a comforting, refreshing retreat.
Located a mere 500 metres from Atlantic City beach and only a Kilometre from Atlantic City boardwalk, guests can dive straight into the hustle and bustle of Tropicana and Caesar’s Palace, before returning to this elegant, tranquil utopia.
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10. NEW Luxury Quiet Island Atlantic City Getaway – a chic and modern vacation home in Atlantic City
Upon entrance to this grand open-spaced, stand-alone home, guests are greeted with an intimate, homely atmosphere. Each design detail is passionately chosen to craft a lavish getaway only 2.3 km from Atlantic City Beach, and 2.6 km from the Borgata Convention Centre.
This 4-bedroom, air-conditioned vacation rental fuses aesthetic, hip furnishings and original, bespoke artworks with an eclectic, contemporary twist, and comes decked with a flat-screen TV, a kitchen, and modern bathroom amenities.
At this deluxe vacation home, luxury meets simplicity, and the magic of nature meets the feeling of total relaxation, transforming a typical Atlantic City vacation into one of peaceful bliss.
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11. NEW 4BR in AC Quiet Island +Central Location – light and contemporary recently renovated holiday home
This guesthouse offers visitors an opportunity to immerse in the serene splendour of this coastal city, whilst maintaining a convenient location only 2.3 kilometres from both the Beach and ‘The Walk’, which houses some of Atlantic City’s favoured premium outlet stores.
Embracing a rather simplistic tone, the modern artwork elaborates the rather quirky, antique nature of the lounge area, exemplified with dark wooden furnishings. This air-conditioned holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a kitchen, and a TV, whilst bathroom amenities are also provided.
The house is adorned with seating areas boasting a richly appointed colour scheme, providing guests with a comforting atmosphere to soak up the sense of welcome, as well as the rhythms of this wonderful, residential district.
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12. Modern Atlantic City House Walk to Beach! – a stylish holiday home ideal for an extended stay
This smart vacation home also embraces a somewhat simplistic interior, however the velvet-textured furnishings truly bring to life its rather distinctive extravagance.
The communal areas are very neatly endowed with comfortable seating arrangements, and the plushness is replicated in the bedrooms, which are decked out with high-grade amenities, expensive towels and bed linens. This modern Atlantic City vacation house boasts a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a fully equipped kitchen providing guests with the tools needed to create a banquet.
It is no surprise, then, that this property has already attracted a wide array of visitors, including friends, families, couples, and even those wanting to strike a remote work-life balance by taking advantage of the property’s super quick WiFi!
The house sits only 800 metres from Brigantine Beach, a mere 1.1 kilometres from Atlantic City Beach, and amid a whole host of trendy dining and shopping locations.
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