Ocean Casino Resort

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Located on Atlantic City's iconic Boardwalk, Ocean Casino Resort opened on June 28, 2018 as part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection. The hotel and gaming hot spot has it all, including some things you won't find at any casino in Las Vegas - beach and ocean. This resort is BIG on personality, sitting on 20 beachfront acres.

The hotel at the 6.4 million square foot casino resort has 1,399 contemporary guestrooms and suites, each one with flat screen TV, complimentary wireless internet, bedside media charging outlets, in-room entertainment systems, walk-in showers, touch screen lighting and privacy controls, and other upscale touches, as well as floor to ceiling windows, which give guests an unobstructed view of New Jersey's Atlantic coast.

The list of resort amenities is long and features three pools, including a saltwater pool and an ocean-facing sun deck, a two-story nightclub, a multitude of dining options, a renovated 5,500-seat Ovation Hall, a 40,000-square-foot spa and bathhouse and a 6,000-square-foot occupancy Fitness Center. There is also a 7,000-plus person parking garage, 70,000 square feet of retail space including more than 10 shops, the world's largest Topgolf Swing Suite, 160,000 square feet of flexible, indoor meeting and convention space, and 90,000 square feet of unique outdoor spaces and more!

Ocean Casino Resort's 135,000-square-feet of gaming offers a 7,500-square-foot William Hill Sportsbook right in the center of all the excitement, along with another wagering spot, The Gallery Bar, Book & Games, 108 table games, over 1,720 gaming machines, The Cove, high limit slots, The Loft, high limit table games, and an Ocean Premier players lounge that overlooks the ocean. 

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Dining & Restaurants

Amada

• Serving: Spanish

Chef Jose Garces' culinary masterpiece, Amada, is a tapas style restaurant which showcases the authentic taste of Andalucía. Perfect for group dining or a more intimate affair, special menu offerings may include a whole roasted suckling pig, lobster paella and a chef’s tasting menu.

The dining room features an open kitchen, comfortable seating, a lounge area, as well as a spacious bar that overlooks the casino floor. Food is as delicious as it is pricey.

Happy Hour: Thursday, Friday & Sunday from 5pm-7pm

American Cut

• Serving: Steakhouse

Chef Marc Forgione's American Cut features steakhouse staples, as well as specialties such as surf & turf for two, 30-day dry-aged Tomahawk chop and 2-pound chili lobster. This upscale eatery also boasts Ocean Resort's most extensive wine list, an impressive scotch selection and a craft cocktail menu that brings you such offerings as the OG Plank Smoked Old Fashioned.

Happy Hour at American Cut is available Tuesday – Friday from 5pm-7pm.

Dolce Mare

• Serving: Italian

Located on the casino level, Dolce Mare is a contemporary Italian restaurant that offers the perfect setting for indulging in the Italian dining culture. Guests can choose from menu item such as seafood risotto, handcrafted pastas and meatballs over creamy polenta.

SkyCafe

TEMPORARILY CLOSED - SkyCafe is the perfect place to relax and enjoy great food and drink while you watch TV at the bar, chill on the pool deck overlooking the ocean. This casual restaurant offers traditional plates such as sandwiches, burgers, wings and fruit plates. SkyCafe offers a full, seasonal bar menu using fresh ingredients, a full wine list, craft beer options and a popular selection of craft cocktails.

Casual Dining

• Serving: Various

Ocean Casino Resort offers a diverse range of casual restaurant options, including:

Villain & Saint: Located in the heart of Ocean Casino Resort, a non-traditional eatery that serves as a rock n’ roll music hall where visitors can enjoy live shows from AC favorites or opt for a comfy seat and choose something tasty from a curated menu, such as KFC-Korean Fried Chicken Wings, a wagyu Chef’s Burger, and seasonal, local shellfish and Grilled Hanger Steak.

Harper's: Located lobby level, serving breakfast and lunch options such as The Shore Omelette (filled with lobster, jumbo lump crab, shrimp and asparagus), the Ocean Benedict, made with smoked ham, toasted housemade English Muffin and classic Hollandaise, and the classic Chicken & Waffle and a variety of brunch cocktails.  

TopGolf Swing Suite: In addition to virtual play, Topgolf Swing Suite offers food and beverage service, including an expansive menu featuring sharing boards, appetizers, salads, burgers, select entrees, desserts and a full bar and bottle service.

Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi: Offering a wide variety of Asian cuisine including Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese. Guests choose from a variety of Dim Sum dishes along with sushi (Nigiri & Sushimi), specialty rolls, noodle soup, congee and more.

Distrito: Distrito by Jose Garces features the cuisine of Mexico City. Visitors can order a tasty taco or some nachos from the Distrito Taco Truck, and choose from a variety of tequilas and cocktails from the bar to enjoy at one of the picnic tables.

Wahlburgers: Serving chef-inspired menu offerings including tasty burgers made with only fresh ground beef, specialty burgers, sandwiches, salads, kids meals, frappes, desserts and more.

Makai: Open daily. Full-service restaurant serving Island Fish and Chips, Hawaiian Meatballs, Tuna Poke and more. 

Serendipity3: Debuts Spring 2022. Restaurant and adjacent ice cream parlor, serving tasty food and monumental desserts, including the famous Frrrozen Hot Chocolate.

Quick Casual

• Serving: Casual Fare

There is a wide variety of quick eats establishments at Ocean Casino Resort. Guests can choose from:

Cafféccino: Located on Lobby Level adjacent to the Lobby Bar, 24-hour coffee spot offering a variety of French pastries, coffee, latte, cappuccino and savory specialties including salads, wraps, grain bowls and flatbread pizzas. 

The Grind: Located just off the casino floor, serving Starbucks coffee, espresso, bottled water, juices, snacks, ready-made sandwiches and more.

The District Bars & Restaurants: Tasty food served fast, including traditional Szechuan and Cantonese dishes at BoardWok; breakfast and late-night comfort food at District Grille; Seaside Deli; Salads & More; and Scoops ice cream shop.

Rocco’s Italian Kitchen & Market: Lobby Level restaurant serving made-to-order sandwiches and salads, pizzas, hot subs and other Italian specialties. Visitors can also choose from an assortment of gelato, Italian pastries, cakes and more, and maybe find something interesting to take home from the Italian Market. 

Ocean Casino Resort Venues & Hotspots

Ovation Hall

Having hosted the likes of the Eagles, Barry Manilow, The Black Keys and Beyoncé, Ovation Hall is the epicenter for entertainment in Atlanta. This versatile 5,500-seat concert hall features mixed martial art events, various musical genres, comedy and symphony orchestras.

HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub

HQ² Nightclub and Beachclub at Ocean Casino Resort is the hottest club action in AC, hosting the hottest DJs, performers, celebrity appearances and more. The 45,000 sq ft HQ² Beachclub venue is situated adjacent to the Boardwalk and features 6 bungalows with private pools, 12 day beds, and more than 30 VIP sections on the lower and upper decks. Situated over two levels, HQ² Nightclub is home to the Main Nightclub and Mezzanine where guests can enjoy a diverse nightlife experience and world-renowned musical talent.

Hours:

Beachclub: Sat. 11am - 6pm, Sun. noon - 6pm

Nightclub: Sat. 11pm - close

William Hill Sports Book Bar

Located on the casino level, the 7,500 square foot William Hill Sports Book features the center bar which is opened 24/7 and is surrounded by a state-of-the-art video wall. It's the perfect place to watch all your favorite sporting events, or maybe pay a bit of bar-top video poker, and enjoy and adult beverage and some quick bites like wings, BBQ sandwiches, onion rings and more.

Bar open: 24/7

Sports Book Hours:

Mon - Thurs  10am - 12am, Fri 10am - 1am, Sat 9am - 1am, Sun 9am - 12am

Lobby Bar

The focal point of the hotel lobby, the large, circular Lobby Bar is an ideal place to enjoy a drink before dinner or a relaxing evening with friends. Open daily, 12pm - 2am.

 

1927 Lounge

Located just off the casino floor, 1927 Lounge offers live entertainment and cocktails every Friday & Saturday night in an intimate setting. Open Fri & Sat 7pm to 1am. 

Meeting & Event Facilities

Conveniently located an hour's drive from Philadelphia, two hours from NYC and three hours from D.C., Ocean Resort Casino boasts 160,000 square feet of flexible, indoor meeting and convention space. And 90,000 square feet of one-of-a-kind outdoor spaces, including The Park, with its three acres of perfectly manicured landscape overlooking the ocean where live bands, lawn games, fire pits and more summer fun happens. 

Blush Bar & Lounge

Blush is located on the Mezzanine Level, with easy access to access HQ² Nightclub. At Blush Bar & Lounge, guests can enjoy hand-crafted cocktails in a sophisticated setting. Open Fri & Sat 8pm - 3am. 

Beachside Sips

Located just off the main porte-cochere entrance at the top of the stairs down to the Boardwalk, Beachside Sips beer truck is where you grab an ice-cold beer or spiked seltzer on your way to Ocean Beach. Open Fri- Sun 11am to 7pm. 

 

 

Nola's Bar & Lounge

Voted Best Lounge in Casino Player’s Best of Dining & Nightlife Awards 2022, Nola's Bar & Lounge is the place to go for hand-crafted cocktails, live music and DJs. The 2,800-square-foot entertainment and cocktail experience is located on the casino level, adjacent to Zhen Bang Noodle & Sushi, and features a 35-foot bar, 210-square-foot stage, and a state-of-the-art custom deejay booth for live music performances. Visitors can also opt for VIP table service in one of Nola’s reserved premium seating areas located above the dance floor for the best view of the stage.

 

The Gallery Bar, Book & Games

The Gallery Bar, Book & Games at Ocean Casino Resort opened in summer 2022. The 12,000 sq ft venue is located in the heart of the casino and is open 24 hours. The venue features a 100-foot elevated bar and lounge, 59 seats, 12 slot machines, and 140 feet of LED walls. Visitors can also choose from a mix of blackjack and roulette tables, which circle the bar, while an open-air staircase connects to the Balcony Bar. The latter is located in the mezzanine where guests enjoy what is described as the "ultimate VIP sportsbook experience."

Fans can get their sports wagers in at two betting windows available daily and catch big games in various bars located throughout the property.

Balcony Bar

Located above The Gallery, the mezzanine-style Balcony Bar features comfortable lounge seating, crafted cocktails, and light stadium-style bites for what has been described as the "ultimate VIP sportsbook experience."