Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
A 1740 room hotel with more than 2,000 slot machines and nearly 100 table games, the Beau Rivage is one of the most elegant casino hotels in the state. Ten restaurants, a shopping promenade and a view of the Gulf set this property apart. It has been honored as a AAA Four-Diamond Resort. The Beau Rivage routinely attracts top entertainers to its 1,500 seat theater, from the Beach Boys to Frank Sinatra Jr. to Howie Mandel.
Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
875 Beach Blvd
Biloxi, MS 39530
(888) 567-6667
beaurivage.com
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
The accent is on music, of course, in this rock 'n' roll casino. Memorabilia from great recording stars is sprinkled throughout the property, which features rooms (known as "crash pads") that include large flat screen TVs, three headed showers and "sleep like a rock" beds. The shows feature A-list talent like Heart, David Cassidy, Rick Springfield and KC and the Sunshine Band.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
777 Beach Blvd
Biloxi, MS 39530
(877) 877-6256
hardrockbiloxi.com
IP Casino Resort Spa
Previously known as the Imperial Palace, the hotel features 1,000 rooms and nearly 2,000 slot machines. Elegant dining is available at thirty-two, a four-diamond restaurant known for its wine selection. The modern fitness center and yoga studio overlooks the water. Shows feature household names like Jason Alexander (George from "Seinfeld"), Willie Nelson, Blondie and Kellie Pickler.
The casino is sponsoring the 2010 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic, April 26 to May 2nd, which will be carried on the Golf Channel.
IP Casino Resort Spa
850 Bayview Avenue
Biloxi, MS 39530
(888) 946-2847
ipbiloxi.com
Grand Biloxi Casino Hotel & Spa
With a reputation for terrific food at a reasonable price, the Grand also provides a large gaming area and 500 rooms. Its massive 16,000-square foot Bellissima Spa and Salon, outdoor pool, fitness center and luxury cabanas are a popular attraction for guests who have relaxation at the top of their to-do list. Packages that include golf at the Grand Bear, a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, are available.
Grand Biloxi Casino Hotel & Spa
280 Beach Blvd
Biloxi, MS 39530
(800) 946-2946
grandcasinobiloxi.com
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