Last Minute Atlantic City Hotels

Several last-minute hotel deals are available in Atlantic City, New Jersey, where you can combine outdoor activities, fine dining, gambling and a variety of accommodations. Winter is a beautiful time to jog, walk or bicycle along the oceanfront boardwalk. While exploring the boardwalk, visit the Atlantic City Art Center on Garden Pier. The Absecon Lighthouse, the third tallest lighthouse in the country, is another attraction in Atlantic City. Climb the 228 steps of the lighthouse for amazing views. Take a break from the boardwalk and casino area to visit Gardner's Basin on the bay, where you can go fishing and take a boat ride or dolphin-watching tour. Shopping and dining is also available at Gardner's Basin.

Showboat

Showboat calls itself the "Mardi Gras Casino" and it is on the main promenade, within walking distance of the Absecon Lighthouse. All rooms are spacious and include the usual hotel amenities. The Showboat features the House of Blues Music Hall as well as the House of Blues Restaurant. Matching the music, the cuisine is Southern-inspired and folk art decorates the space. Being the "Mardi Gras Casino," Showboat features several Cajun and Louisiana-style eating options, including the Canal Street Bread & Sandwich Company and the French Quarter Buffet. For a special treat, dine at the Rib & Chophouse, which features fine steaks, chops and seafood.

Showboat Atlantic City Hotel and Casino
801 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(800) 621-0200
showboatac.com

Harrah's Resort

Harrah's claims it "knows how to put the luxe in deluxe," according to its website. Harrah's features a pool, which becomes a nightclub in the evenings, a spa and, of course, restaurants. You can dance away the night at the Pool After Dark, reserve a poolside table with bottle services, a private cabana or even a hot tub. Be pampered by day at the Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, where services range from massages to make-up artistry. Harrah's has 10 eating establishments.

Harrah's Resort Atlantic City
777 Harrah's Blvd.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(800) 645-6774
harrahsresort.com

Tropicana

The Tropicana offers room packages, including several for one-night stays. The Tropicana also features several dining options, a spa, casino, shopping and even an IMAX theater. Tickets can be ordered in advance or you can pay at the box office. There are some deals available combining tickets, concessions and even tickets to the aquarium. Twenty restaurants, with options for every taste and wallet size, and 30 shops, ranging from candy to jewelry stores, can be found in the Tropicana.

Tropicana Atlantic City
2831 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(800) 345-8767
tropicana.net

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