BEAU RIVAGE
The Beau is large and lavish, with flowers inside and out that change each season. The convention center brings a diverse crowd every few days and the theatre presents musicians, comedians and shows. Club Tiki is wildly popular Thursday nights by the pool in warm weather and Eight75 lounge was named one of America's Top 100 hotspots. Three fining dining restaurants, a spa, promenade of shops and Fallen Oak Golf Course add to the resort's appeal.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, spa/salon, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, pool, golf course, performing arts theater.
875 Beach Blvd., Biloxi
386-7111 or 888-750-7111
www.beaurivage.com
BOOMTOWN
Boomtown's buffet is among the most popular on the Coast, with weekend champagne brunches, several varieties of crab legs and carved roasts for dinner plus desserts straight from their on-site bakery. Two floors of casino space feature favorite slots and table games.
Amenities: Shops, buffet, dining, valet parking.
626 Bay View Ave., Biloxi
435-7000 or 800-627-0777
www.boomtownbiloxi.com
GRAND BILOXI CASINO
Grand Biloxi Casino, Hotel & Spa has over 800 of the newest and hottest slots and 35 table games. Featuring plasma TVs and pillow top beds in every room, five restaurants, Bellissmo Spa and Salon, and Grand Bear, a Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. Grand Biloxi is a Total Rewards casino. Located on the beach on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, spa/salon, buffet, dining, valet parking, pool, golf course.
265 Beach Blvd., Biloxi
436-2946 or 800-WIN-2-WIN
www.harrahs.com
HARD ROCK HOTEL AND CASINO
The energy and memorabilia are everywhere in the Coast's newest casino. Hard Rock Live hosts performances by some of the country's best musicians. Besides the effervescent Hard Rock Cafe that's open until 2 a.m. are four more restaurants. Ruth's Chris Steak House serves juicy steaks in a relaxed atmosphere while Vibe's attitude and fusion food are vibrant. Rise Lounge in the penthouse begins the evening as a lounge and transforms to a hip nightclub at midnight.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, spa/salon, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, pool, performing arts theater.
777 Beach Blvd., Biloxi
228-276-7625
www.hardrockbiloxi.com
HOLLYWOOD CASINO
The only casino with a golf course on property, Hollywood Casino is enhanced by the scenic Bridges Golf Course. Jazz Legend Pete Fountain plays Hollywood two nights a week and other stars perform throughout the year. Guests enjoy the buffet and fine dining at Tuscany Steaks & Seafood.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, pool, golf course, RV park, performing arts theater.
711 Hollywood Blvd., Bay St. Louis
866-7-LUCKY-1
www.hollywoodcasinobsl.com
IP CASINO RESORT SPA
From the exotic Carnival de Brasil restaurant to the expansive suites, IP pampers guests whether they come for a couple of hour or stay overnight. Special touches like the chocolate fountains at the buffet and the excellent poolside cuisine delight visitors, along with a lively sports bar and nightclubs.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, spa/salon, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, pool, performing arts theater.
850 Bay View Ave., Biloxi
436-3000 or 888-WIN-AT-IP
www.ipbiloxi.com
ISLAND VIEW CASINO RESORT
Chef Emeril Lagasse kicked things up a notch when his restaurant opened at Island View casino in June. Owned by two local guys who grew up together in Gulfport, it is the city's only casino. The rooms and suites have views of the Gulf and the city, and the delicious fresh shrimp and other seafood bring people back to the buffet. Island View also boasts a 24-hour restaurant and a golf course.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, golf course, fishing charters
3300 West Beach Blvd., Gulfport
314-2100 or 800-817-9089
www.islandviewcasino.com
ISLE OF CAPRI
A taste of the islands awaits visitors at the Isle and a multi million dollar expansion is underway to make the resort sensational. Farraday's is a local favorite and there are plenty of other choices, including their buffet, a Tradewinds Marketplace food court and a sushi bar.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, spa/salon, buffet, dining, valet parking, pool
151 Beach Blvd., Biloxi
436-4753 or 800-THE-ISLE
www.isleofcapricasino.com/Biloxi
PALACE CASINO RESORT
Considered a boutique casino, the Palace treats guests like royalty with poolside cabanas, Mignon's Steaks and Seafood fine dining restaurant, an in-house bakery and the Jerry Pate-designed Preserve Golf Course. The resort features plush comforters, great views and electronic gadgets like Web TV, game systems and free Internet access.
Amenities: Hotel, buffet, dining, valet parking, pool, golf course
158 East Howard Ave., Biloxi
432-8888 or 800-PALACE9
www.palacecasinoresort.com
SILVER SLIPPER
The casino's name came from the old Silver Slipper in Las Vegas and it's easy to imagine Dean or Sammy in the upscale Blue Bayou Bar & Grill, sipping cocktails and savoring steaks and seafood prepared in the exhibition style dining room. The Showbar entertainment is visible from the casino floor and the buffet is very popular.
Amenities: Shops, buffet, dining, nightclub, valet parking, RV park.
5000 South Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis
228-469-2777 or 866-S-SLIPPER
www.silverslipper-ms.com
TREASURE BAY
Taking advantage of the views, the dining room, buffet and even the casino floor overlook the bay or the pool. Another phase of expansion opens around Labor Day and will include CQ dining on the ninth floor, and guest rooms in the tower or overlooking the lushly landscaped pool with cabanas, poolside bar and fire pit.
Amenities: Hotel, shops, buffet, dining, valet parking.
1980 Beach Blvd., Biloxi
385-6000 or 800-747-2839
www.treasurebay.com
