The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City (formerly Trump Taj Mahal) is a casino and hotel on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, owned by Hard Rock International.

The casino, originally known as the Trump Taj Mahal, was opened in 1990 by then-owner Donald Trump and cost nearly $1 billion to build.

Hard Rock Atlantic City

Hard Rock Cafe, Sultan’s Feast, Dynasty, Il Mulino New York, Moon at Dynasty, and Robert’s Steakhouse were among the original restaurants at the Taj Mahal. Scores, the country’s first in-casino strip club, was also located there.

Hard Rock Cafe’s extensive, award-winning drinks menu includes Hurricanes, Margaritas, signature favorites, and Alternative Rock (alcohol-free) beverages, all served in souvenir, collectible glassware.

The Atlantic City Cafe is also a popular destination for live music and entertainment events, with world-renowned artists performing regularly. The new Cafe features two live music stages, one in the Main Cafe and one on the boardwalk.

Hard Rock – Dining

Hard Rock Cafe, the seafood-focused Council Oak Fish, the modern Japanese flare of Kuro, the best buffet on the Boardwalk Fresh Harvest Buffet.

The Asian Street fare of YOUYU Noodle Bar, the Old-World Italian eatery Il Mulino, the dry-aged steaks of Robert’s Steakhouse, and the most Most-Instagrammed restaurant in Atlantic City are all available to hungry guests at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.

Hard Rock – Casino

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City injects classic rock and roll spirit into the Atlantic City casino scene with a high-energy environment featuring 2,200 slots, over 120 table games, and now a Sportsbook, allowing you to bet on your favorite sporting events.

Only the stories you’ll tell later will match the excitement of the casino floor.

Hard Rock – Entertainment

With over 150,000 square feet of space for large conventions, as well as smaller events and trade shows, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City knows how to put any meeting or event in the spotlight.

The property also includes two separate arenas with over 7,000 seats each for live music, sporting events, conferences, and shows.

With a seating capacity of 7,000, expect world-class concerts and championship sporting events. Sound Waves is a 20,000-square-foot theatre that will host concerts, comedy shows, and Broadway-style productions.

Howie Mandel’s Comedy Club® – Laugh at the world’s funniest comedians. 365 Live – Five different stages with live performances every day of the year featuring national touring acts such as American Idol, The Voice, America’s Got Talent and Grammy Award winners. All shows are free and open to the public.

Hard Rock – Spa & Fitness Centre

Spa – Classic treatments are given a musical twist. With 31 treatment rooms, a full-service salon offering manicures, pedicures, make-up, barber and hair services, and a variety of spa and salon services and packages ideal for a single service or a full day escape, guests can choose from a variety of spa and salon services and packages ideal for a single service or a full day escape.

The brand’s signature Rhythm & Motion® menu, which has been described as more Zeppelin than Zen, offers the world’s first fully immersive music-centric spa treatments that use amplified vibrations, pressures, and patterns. This ground-breaking experience transports guests on a rhythmic massage journey, sending pulses through the body and leaving them feeling energized and invigorated.

Fitness Centre – Open 24 hours. Everything you need to stay fit during your stay, including cutting-edge cardio and circuit training equipment from Technogym.

What is the reason for the Hard Rock’s closing?

In 2018, Virgin Hotels and a group of investors announced plans to renovate and rebrand the Hard Rock Hotel as a Virgin hotel. The Hard Rock closed for renovations on February 3, 2020, and opened on March 2021.