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Description and Basic Information ::
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 Centrally located on Pacific Avenue, the Claridge is an intimate casino that looms in the shadows cast by the larger, glitzier resorts with which it is surrounded. Neon, flash and campy themes are not the protocol here, which can be refreshing for those looking to relax a bit. But thrill-seeking gamblers and entertainment junkies better seek refuge elsewhere, lest they suffer the threat of boredom.
An expanded version of the original hotel built in 1930, the exterior façade of the Claridge has remained relatively unchanged. The resort's interior, though refurbished and modern, is also modestly decorated in comparison to the larger resorts. But the Claridge is not without its amenities. For instance, there are a variety of restaurants available, as well as lounges, a theater, health spa and more.
Divided among three floors, the gaming hall is altogether well illumed, intimate, and offers attentive customer service. The casino is roughly 59,000 square feet, with more than 1,700 slot machines available. Slot denominations range from nickel slots to $25 a pull. A total of 64 table games are numerically divided: 32 Blackjack tables, 5 Roulette, 1 Big Six, 8 Craps, 1 Mini-Craps, 2 Baccarat, 3 Mini Baccarat, 3 Pai Gow Poker, 2 Pai Gow Tile, 3 Caribbean Stud Poker, 2 Let it Ride and 2 Spanish 21 tables.
The Claridge casino also features the game Surrender, a variation of Blackjack, as well as Multiple Action Blackjack, which offers three times the action for your money. In this version players are allowed to play three rounds of Blackjack with a single hand against the dealer's first card.
The Claridge hotel has 506 guestrooms, including 26 suites with Jacuzzis, 28 two-bedroom suites and five executive suites. Headline entertainment is showcased in the Palace Theater, which seats approximately 550. Three lounges are also available: Twenties, located on the 6th floor (closed Wednesdays and Thursdays), Martino’s, located on the 3rd floor (closed Mondays and Tuesdays), and the 24-hour Lucky’s, also on the 3rd floor featuring six bar-top Joker Poker video machines.
The 8th floor recreation area features a glass-enclosed swimming pool, a coed cardiovascular room and health spa with steam and sauna rooms, universal exercise equipment, a suntan salon and whirlpools. Also on the 8th floor is the Primary Colors beauty salon.
The Claridge offers a 900-space self-parking garage, which is connected directly to the building, alleviating the search for the skywalk. Valet parking available as well. |
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