Wanderlust World Wanderlust World From beach to boardwalk, casinos to concerts, museums and much more, Atlantic City, New Jersey, draws countless visitors each year, from adults looking to gamble to families attracted to the city's historic lighthouses and boardwalk rides. Atlantic City, on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean, offers numerous accommodation options for every budget.
For the budget traveler, the Super 8 Atlantic City offers easy access to Atlantic City's sights for a reasonable price. It is a block from Pacific Avenue, the location of many of Atlantic City's casinos, and within walking distance of the convention center and many restaurants. Guest rooms include hair dryers, refrigerators, cable television, irons and ironing boards, beach views and boardwalk access. The hotel offers complimentary parking, outdoor pool, wireless Internet and free continental breakfast. As of September 2010 room rates range from about $59 to $89 per night.
Super 8 Atlantic City
175 South Tennessee Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
609-344-8956
www.super8atlanticcity.com
The Showboat Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City brings a taste of New Orleans to New Jersey. The casino offers concerts at the House of Blues, spa, nightly contests and entertainment, golf vacation packages, nightclubs, restaurants, fitness center and rooftop pool, all with a Mardi Gras theme. Rooms range from a deluxe room to to the luxurious Bourbon Tower Suite. The deluxe room features a tiled foyer, custom beds, seating area, private bathroom and Internet access. The Bourbon Tower Suite offers ocean views from both bedroom and living room, entertainment center, formal dining room, wet bar, bathroom with shower and whirlpool tub, private lavatory and exclusive decor. The hotel accommodates weddings, meetings and large travel groups. As of September 2010 room rates range from $69 to about $250.
Showboat Atlantic City
801 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
609-343-4000
www.showboatac.com
The Trump Taj Mahal is one of Atlantic City's most luxurious resort hotel and casinos. The casino offers over 3,000 slot machines and 210 table games, numerous restaurants from casual to fine dining, bars, nightclubs, lounges, international music acts and entertainment events, shuttle service to nearby shopping and attractions, meeting rooms and wedding facilities, and a spa and salon. The Trump Taj Mahal boasts over 2,000 guest rooms and suites. The most basic is the Taj Tower Room, with marble bath, safes, coffee facilities, irons and ironing boards, flat-screen televisions, hair dryers, high-speed Internet, desk, table and chairs, games and digital music. The most luxurious room is the Alexander Suite, featuring 3,500 square feet of space, extravagant decor, two bedrooms, three master baths with whirlpool tubs, and guest areas. As of September 2010 rates range from $89 to $550 per night. Rates for Penthouse suites must be requested.
Trump Taj Mahal
1000 Boardwalk at Virginia Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
609-449-1000
www.trumptaj.com