Ocean Casino Resort said it has invested more than $85m in property development, with the results making their debut throughout the summer.
Updates include the completion of more than 460 hotel rooms and suites, a sports bar and gaming area known as The Gallery Bar Book & Games, and multiple new food and beverage outlets, the management team said.
The majority of the upgrades, $72m worth, went to the new rooms and suites. The property said the 463-square-foot Contemporary Blu rooms draw inspiration from the colors and patterns of the shoreline.
Officials went on to say the beach-inspired flooring and wallcoverings create a calming atmosphere. Pops of color complement Ocean’s views, while the bathrooms feature marble flooring, a double vanity, and an over-sized shower.
Continuing the beach-scape aesthetic, the newly built suites offer elevated interior finishes and additional amenities such as a dining area, wet bar, and lounge seating for guests to host small gatherings. The suites have what is described as “thoughtfully styled” furniture, including a large sofa, brilliant lighting, and distinctive accessories, as well as a freestanding soaking tub in the bathroom.
The new rooms and suites will be available July 1.
Approximately $5.2m was invested in the Gallery Bar Book & Games, which will officially open to the public on July 1 and will feature a 100-foot elevated bar and lounge, video poker, blackjack and roulette tables, and 140 feet of LED walls.
The Gallery, located in the center of the casino floor, reportedly will set the stage for social betting, big game nights, and after-hours experiences. A 17-foot, open-air staircase will connect to Balcony Bar, a mezzanine bar and lounge where guests will enjoy a VIP sportsbook experience.
The iconic Serendipity3 will be making its Atlantic City debut on June 1. Located across from Villain & Saint and The District, the famed New York City landmark and home of the Frrrozen Hot Chocolate, Serendipity3 will offer a dining experience that transports Ocean’s guests into a fantasy world filled with great food and dream-sized desserts.
Ocean will be home to the newest Starbucks in Atlantic City when it makes its debut later this summer. Situated next to Topgolf Swing Suites, Ocean’s Starbucks will overlook the Atlantic Ocean.
The property recently completed an expansion of its casual Asian restaurant, Zhen Bang, adding 60 seats and almost 1,000 square feet of supplementary dining space.
Bottled-Wine Spirits & Tastings will offer an elevated wine experience, featuring an Enomatic dispenser with several vintages for sample and sale. Opening early fall and located steps away from Ocean's entertainment venue, Ovation Hall; Bottled will offer a selection of imported and domestic cheeses, cured meats and handpicked accoutrements.
New for the summer, guests will be able to explore the Atlantic City Boardwalk with bike rentals located directly outside in Ocean's Porte Cochere.
Finally, Ocean’s upgraded website, TheOceanAC.com, launched last week. Users can book hotel, food and beverage, entertainment, spa and nightlife. The site introduces light and airy design elements that embrace the property’s visual components through multimedia galleries of video, animations, and user-generated content.
“Ocean is committed to providing the best guest experience in Atlantic City,” Bill Callahan, General Manager for Ocean Casino Resort, said in a statement. “Between our new hotel product, the addition of The Gallery Bar, Book & Games, and various new food and beverage outlets, there will be more reasons than ever to come to Ocean this summer.”
