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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | |
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Address | 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314 |
Opening date | May 11, 2004[1] |
Theme | Rock and Roll / Music |
No. of rooms | 469 |
Total gaming space | 140,000 sq ft (13,000 m2) |
Notable restaurants | Hard Rock Cafe Council Oak Steaks & Seafood Kuro |
Casino type | Land-based |
Owner | Hard Rock International (Seminole Tribe of Florida) |
Website | www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com |
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, also known as 'The Guitar Hotel', is a hotel and casino resort near Hollywood, Florida, United States, located on 100 acres (40 ha) of the Hollywood Reservation of the Seminole Tribe of Florida.[2] The property currently has one hotel tower, a 140,000 sq ft (13,000 m2) casino, large poker room, a 4 acres (1.6 ha) lagoon-style pool facility with a center bar and many private cabanas, restaurants, shops, spa, bars and nightclubs, and the Hard Rock Event Center.[3][4][5] A large expansion was completed in October 2019.[6]
Hotel[edit]
The resort currently has a 12-story 'classic Hard Rock Hotel'[7] with 469 guest rooms and suites.[8] Guests are greeted by a 50-foot (15 m) tall signature Hard Rock guitar, (based on a famous Gibson electric guitar model) at the entrance of the hotel, along with a massive LED advertising screen at the front of the main parking garage. The resort has 120,000-square-foot (11,000 m2) of meeting space, including a 38,000-square-foot (3,500 m2) exhibit hall.
The Hard Rock's $1.5 billion property expansion project added a 450-foot (140 m) 'Guitar Hotel'[9] with 638 rooms and a seven-story 168-room 'Oasis Tower' overlooking the pool cabanas[7]—these new buildings were scheduled to open on October 24, 2019,[6] several months in advance of Super Bowl LIV being held in Miami on February 2, 2020. The expansion also included a 42,000-square-foot (3,900 m2) 'Rock Spa', and over 20 new dining and nightlife destinations. Between the existing 12-story hotel, new Guitar Hotel, and new Oasis Tower, over 1,200 hotel rooms became available in October 2019[10].
On May 9, 2014, Seminole chairman James Billie announced a $100 million upgrade of the tribe's casinos, with much of that spent on the Hard Rock Hollywood location, including an improved entryways, center pool bar, pool facility upgrades, updated hotel room and suite interiors, and a new restaurant.[11] As of March 2019, the tribe's upgrade budget was significantly increased to over $2.4 billion, split mainly between this location and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tampa.[12]
Casino[edit]
The current casino layout covers over 140,000 sq ft (13,000 m2) featuring slot machines and various table games including blackjack, baccarat, mini baccarat, Pai Gow poker, Let It Ride and three card poker.[13] The casino does not have live craps and roulette, although there are electronic versions of those games available. As of June 2018, the poker room is located in a former ballroom area, relocated from its prior venue due to ongoing construction work.
Blackjack is the most popular card game in the United States and was an addition to the casino. In a deal valued at $1.1 billion, former Governor Charlie Crist gave the Seminole Tribe a license for blackjack in its casinos. In exchange, The Seminole Tribe loaned the State of Florida $1.1 billion over the course of two years. On July 3, 2008, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the governor's agreement was unconstitutional, but table games continue to operate because the Federal Department of the Interior approved the now-invalid pact with the state.[14] The addition of blackjack to the Hard Rock casinos in Hollywood and Tampa gave credibility to its claim of being a major gambling destination.[15]
Entertainment[edit]
Hard Rock Live[edit]
Hard Rock Live is a 7,000 seat multi-purpose theater, which opened on October 25, 2019 with a concert by Maroon 5. The theater replaced a 5,500 seat arena of the same name, which hosted different types of events including musical acts, comedians, boxing and other smaller events, along with a residency by Billy Joel. The arena was razed in March 2018 as part of the property-wide expansion which included the new theater.[16] During construction of the new theater, events were held at the temporary 3,500 seat Hard Rock Event Center, which hosted acts like Britney Spears on her Piece of Me Tour.[17]
Notable incidents[edit]
Model Anna Nicole Smith, who was staying at the resort, died in her hotel room on February 8, 2007. An autopsy ruled her death was caused by a drug overdose.[18]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^'Tribe opens Hard Rock casino'. Florida Today. Cocoa, Florida. AP. May 11, 2004. Retrieved March 3, 2018 – via newspapers.com.
- ^'Fact Sheet'. Ictv1.com. Retrieved 11 August 2010.
- ^'Dining & Restaurants - Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood'. Seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved 30 December 2018.
- ^'Nightlife & Entertainment - Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood'. Seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved 30 December 2018.
- ^'Hard Rock Event Center Concerts & Shows'. seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved June 19, 2019.
- ^ ab'The New Hard Rock'. seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved June 19, 2019.
- ^ ab'Hotel'. seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved June 19, 2019.
- ^'Rooms & Suites - Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood'. Seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved 30 December 2018.
- ^'Guitar Hotel Tower At Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Begins To Rise'. Fort Lauderdale Daily. Retrieved 2019-08-13.
- ^Doss, Laine. 'Here Are All the Food and Drink Spots Now at Hard Rock Hollywood'. Broward Palm Beach New Times. Broward Palm Beach New Times. Retrieved 18 June 2020.
- ^Sortal, Nick (9 May 2014). 'Seminoles plan to spend $100 million this year'. Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved 10 May 2014.
- ^'The New Hard Rock'. seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved March 3, 2018.
- ^'Casino & Gaming - Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood'. Seminolehardrockhollywood.com. Retrieved 30 December 2018.
- ^Farrington, Brenda (July 3, 2008). 'Florida Supreme court nixes casino pact'. The Seattle Times. AP. Archived from the original on 2016-04-01. Retrieved March 20, 2012.
- ^Hafenbrack, Josh (April 22, 2009). 'Crist, Seminole tribe unveil $1.1 billion deal'. Sun-Sentinel. Archived from the original on April 24, 2009.
- ^'George Lopez Brings 'The Wall World Tour' to Hard Rock Event Center at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla. Saturday, May 26, at 8 p.m.'seminolehardrockhollywood.com (Press release). February 20, 2018.
- ^Maslow, Nick (January 23, 2018). 'Surprise! Britney Spears is taking her Las Vegas show on tour in the U.S. and Europe'. Entertainment Weekly. Time Inc. Retrieved January 27, 2018.
- ^Goodnough, Abby; Fox, Margalit (February 9, 2007). 'Anna Nicole Smith is Found Dead in Florida'. The New York Times.
Further reading[edit]
- 'Are You Ready to Play?'. Sun-Sentinel. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. April 23, 2004 – via newspapers.com.
Grand Opening Party, May 11
- Holland, John (May 12, 2004). 'Odds-on favorite'. Sun-Sentinel. Fort Lauderdale, Florida – via newspapers.com.
- 'Vegas-style slots debut at Hard Rock casino'. The News-Press. Fort Myers, Florida. AP. January 29, 2008 – via newspapers.com.
- Sortal, Nick C. (June 7, 2008). 'It's a big deal: Blackjack starts June 22'. Sun-Sentinel. Fort Lauderdale, Florida – via newspapers.com.
External links[edit]
Coordinates: 26°03′05″N80°12′36″W / 26.051318°N 80.210034°W
1 Seminole Way,FL 33314Fort Lauderdale
Overview |
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood features 13 restaurants, 20 bars, a 21,000 m² concert venue, 2787 m² casino and a 4.5 acre lagoon-style outdoor pool. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino includes free WiFi and is 11.7 km from Hollywood Beach.
A minibar, flat-screen TV, and iPod dock are standard in Seminole Hard Rock rooms, as are polished hardwood furnishings, leather accents, and music décor. A pool view is included with some rooms.
Rock Spa® features massages and beauty stylists while the pool area boasts water slides, cabanas, and a sun terrace. Guests can stay entertained with on-site bars, lounges, and comedy clubs. The gaming area features 200 table games, 3,100 slot machines and a 45 table poker room.
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood and Kuro offer American and Japanese-inspired fine dining. Asian Fusion, Caribbean, and Italian cuisine are offered at 3 other restaurants. Snack bars are also available.
Everglades National Park and Sun Life Stadium, home of the Dolphins, are 15 minutes’ drive from this Hollywood, Florida property. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 12.8 km away.
Rooms: 6
Hotel Chain: Hard Rock
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Facilities of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
General
- WiFi available in all areas
Activities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Stand-up comedy
- Happy hour
- Live music/performance
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Vending machine (snacks)
Pool and wellness
- Sauna
- Fitness centre
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Hammam
- Outdoor pool
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Water slide
- Pool with view
- Pool/beach towels
- Swimming Pool
Reception services
- 24-hour front desk
- Newspapers
- Luggage storage
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Concierge service
Common areas
- Sun terrace
Entertainment and family services
- Babysitting/child services
- Casino
- Entertainment staff
- Nightclub/DJ
- Evening entertainment
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Fax/photocopying
Shops
- Barber/beauty shop
- Gift shop
- Shops (on site)
Miscellaneous
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Lift
- Air conditioning
Safety & security
- Safety deposit box
- 24-hour security
Safety features
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Process in place to check health of guests
- First aid kit available
- Face masks for guests available
Physical distancing
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Cleanliness & disinfecting
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & drink safety
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Delivered food is securely covered
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
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Policies of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
These are general hotel policies for Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room conditions.
Check-in
16:00 - 22:30 hours
Check-out
06:00 - 11:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to property type.
Children and extra beds
Free!One child under 3 years stays free of charge when using existing beds.
Free!One child under 3 years stays free of charge in a child's cot/crib.
One older child or adult is charged USD 30 per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.
The maximum number of total guests in a room is 3.
The maximum number of children's cots/cribs in a room is 1.
Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted credit cards
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Carte Blanche
- Discover
- Diners Club
- American Express
Seminole Hard Rock Casino Property Mapper
The property reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Food & beverage
The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood boasts a variety of restaurants and bar that serves an extensive selection of cuisine.
Guests can enjoy fresh seafood at the Bluepoint Ocean Grill, the famous chicken wings at Hooters, or oak-smoked barbecue at Renegade Barbeque.
Travel information
Your Florida vacation paradise is easy to find. Located on State Road 7 (U. S. Highway 441), just north of Stirling Road in Hollywood. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is easily accessible from the Florida Turnpike, I-95, I-595.
Important information
If your reservation includes a food and beverage credit, please note that the credit is only valid at select outlets and must be used during your stay. Unused value does not roll over to subsequent days. Please contact property for details.
The resort fee includes:
• Wireless internet
• Unlimited local phone calls
• Fitness center access
• Self-parking
• Personal assistance with printing your boarding pass
• Access to Hard Rock and Guitar pools as well as Lagoon Complex and pool towels
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