Atlantic City · Visitor Guide

Atlantic City Visiting & Lodging

Atlantic City is a year-round shore destination with free beaches, the Boardwalk, nine casino resorts, major hotels, live entertainment, conventions, attractions, neighborhood dining and a growing mix of non-casino lodging.

This guide separates current Atlantic City lodging from nearby mainland hotels and reflects the city's 2026 destination landscape.

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Atlantic City lodging directory

Standard NJTGO hotel listings do not include direct commercial booking or hotel website links. Verify current rates, resort fees, parking and policies before booking.

Bally’s Atlantic City

Casino hotel in the central Boardwalk district.

Boardwalk
Caesars Atlantic City

Casino resort near the center Boardwalk and outlet district.

Boardwalk
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Large casino resort and live-entertainment destination.

Boardwalk / North Beach
Ocean Casino Resort

Oceanfront casino resort at the northern end of the Boardwalk.

Boardwalk / North Beach
Resorts Casino Hotel

Historic Boardwalk casino resort near Steel Pier.

Boardwalk
Tropicana Atlantic City

Large resort complex with the renovated Solana Tower, The Quarter, dining and entertainment.

Boardwalk / Chelsea
The Claridge Hotel

Historic non-casino hotel near the center Boardwalk.

Boardwalk / Midtown
The Seahaus Hotel, Atlantic City

105-room Tribute Portfolio boutique hotel that opened in September 2025.

Boardwalk / North Beach
Showboat Resort Atlantic City

Non-casino resort complex home to Island Waterpark and entertainment attractions.

Boardwalk / North Beach
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

Major casino resort in the Marina District.

Marina District
MGM Tower at Borgata

Luxury tower at Borgata, formerly known as The Water Club.

Marina District
Golden Nugget Atlantic City

Casino hotel with marina access.

Marina District
Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City

Large casino resort with hotel towers, dining and entertainment.

Marina District
Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel

Full-service hotel adjacent to the Convention Center and rail terminal.

Convention Center
Club Wyndham Skyline Tower

High-rise suite-style lodging near the Boardwalk.

North Beach / Midtown
Atlantic Palace Suites

Boardwalk-area suite lodging.

Boardwalk / Midtown
Flagship Resort

High-rise suite resort overlooking the inlet and back bay.

Inlet

2026 destination updates

The Seahaus Hotel

The 105-room Tribute Portfolio property opened on the Boardwalk in September 2025, adding a new boutique non-casino option.

Tropicana Solana Tower

The renovated 598-room tower adds refreshed rooms and suites to Tropicana's lodging inventory.

Hard Rock Improvements

Hard Rock announced a $50 million 2026 capital plan involving hundreds of rooms and suites plus dining and property improvements.

Borgata / MGM Tower

Borgata continues major entertainment investment, and MGM Tower is the current name for the luxury tower formerly called The Water Club.

What to do

Beach & Boardwalk

Atlantic City's ocean beaches are free. The Boardwalk connects hotels, casino resorts, shops, food, attractions and public spaces.

Absecon Lighthouse

Climb 228 steps at New Jersey's tallest lighthouse for one of the city's signature historic experiences.

Steel Pier & The Wheel

Boardwalk amusement rides and elevated ocean views.

Island Waterpark

Large indoor waterpark at Showboat, providing a year-round family attraction.

Atlantic City Experience

Local-history exhibits exploring Atlantic City's resort, cultural and entertainment heritage.

Gardner's Basin

Back-bay waterfront destination for cruises, boating, fishing and a different view of Atlantic City.

Civil Rights Garden

Public memorial garden honoring civil-rights history.

Boardwalk Hall

Historic arena hosting concerts, sports and special events.

Getting around

Atlantic City Rail Line

Rail service connects Atlantic City with Philadelphia via the station beside the Convention Center.

NJ Transit Bus

Local, regional and interstate buses serve the Atlantic City Bus Terminal and other city stops.

Jitney

Frequent local service links Boardwalk resorts, Marina District, restaurants, shopping and entertainment areas.

Parking

Casino garages, municipal lots, private garages and metered street parking vary by district and event schedule.

Conventions & events

The Atlantic City Convention Center, Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall and casino-resort venues support conventions, trade shows, meetings, concerts and large special events throughout the year.

Visit Atlantic City

Official destination planning, hotels, attractions, events and meeting resources.

Official resource
Atlantic City Convention Center

Convention and event information through the official destination organization.

Official resource
City of Atlantic City

Beach information, city notices, parking and municipal services.

Official resource

Visitor planning notes

Beach safety

Use guarded swimming areas when lifeguards are on duty and check current city beach status during shoulder seasons.

Resort costs

Hotel rates may exclude taxes, resort fees and parking. Compare total stay cost before booking.

Neighborhood dining

Some of Atlantic City's strongest restaurants are off the casino floors in Ducktown, Chelsea, Midtown and the Orange Loop.

Walkability varies

The Boardwalk core is highly walkable, but Marina District and some neighborhood destinations are better reached by jitney, taxi, rideshare or car.

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Atlantic City visitor, hotel, attraction and transportation information was reviewed using current 2026 destination, city and transit sources. Events, hotel branding, amenities, rates, parking, beach operations and attraction schedules can change; verify time-sensitive details before traveling.