resort emerged in 2006 from post-Katrina
renovations as Hollywood Casino.
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resort emerged in 2006 from post-Katrina renovations as Hollywood Casino. |
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Hollywood Bay St Louis Casino & HotelFollowing the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina, Casino Magic was re-themed and opened as Hollywood Casino in August, 2006. The resort is situated on 600 acres of secluded, wooded, bay-front land. The property's amenities include a casino, a hotel, four restaurants, an rv park, and an on-site award winning golf course. Hollywood's setting and amenities contribute to a relaxed and intimate environment perfect for vacationers, golfers, families, and seniors. Location: Bay St Louis, Mississippi
Bay St Louis is a seaside town about 30 miles west of Biloxi, so it is a bit remote from most of the
other resorts. It is also just 40 miles
east of New Orleans, making it one of the closest of the Mississippi Gulf coast casinos to the Crescent
City.
The property is a bit off the beaten path
but it is easy to find thanks to prominent
signage along Beach Blvd (US-90), which leads you off onto a side road past a school and
some handsome residences, and then onto the resort's 600 acres of wooded land on the Bay of
St Louis. The natural setting you encounter driving
onto the resort and past the quaint wooden golf-cart bridges is pleasant and
relaxing.
The centerpiece of Hollywood Bay St Louis is the casino and adjoining hotel tower.
Here you will find
most of the resort's attractions including the restaurants, a swimming pool and sun
deck, gift shop, entertainment complex, and meeting space.
The rv park is located across the parking lot from the main building,
with the golf course spread throughout much of the rest of the land.
Ownership
Hollywood is owned by Penn National Gaming, Inc., which also owns the Boomtown Casino in Biloxi, Hollywood Tunica, as well
as other casinos and racetracks across the country.
The hotel was built in 2002 and it has 290 rooms. The 14-story
tower is located adjacent to the casino and includes such amenities as an outdoor swimming pool with sundeck,
nice views of the bay and countryside, free high-speed internet in every room, plus meeting and banquet space.
Our impression: The room was attractive and its newness was quite evident. It was equipped
with a coffee maker, hair dryer, ironing equipment, cable with pay per view movies and games,
free Wi-Fi, and a fine assortment of shampoos and lotions.
It is not ultra-high end, but the rooms are quite nice, new, and very comfortable.
We have also found it to be very reasonably priced.
Hollywood RV Park - over 100 concrete pads with full hook-up including cable television and wireless internet,
a pavilion, bathhouse, and 24-hour security.
There are over 1200
machines including the latest slots and video poker (including bartop games). Table games include
black jack, roulette, craps, Pai Gow, Texas Hold'em Bonus, and Three Card Poker. There is also a 6 table poker room with
tournaments scheduled most days.
The casino is decorated in a glitzy theme with some movie memorabilia.
Club Hollywood Join the player club to earn cash benefits,
comps, and partake in special promotions.
The Epic Buffet Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, plus Sunday Brunch.
Bogart's Steakhouse - Specializes in steaks and Gulf seafood.
The Bridges Clubhouse Grill - If you are playing golf, or just want to take a walk, this
grill features casual, affordable breakfast and lunch fare such as appetizers, soups, burgers, and sandwiches overlooking
the 18th green.
Jackpot Java is located in the casino
lobby. They feature pastries, drinks, salads, sandwiches, and hot dogs at a walk-up counter. Open 24-hours.
Shaker's Martini Bar - Open daily, serving celebrity martinis.
Stage Bar Features free live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.
Golf - Hollywood Casino BSL is the only Gulf Coast casino resort with a golf course on-site.
The Bridges is an Arnold Palmer designed, 160 acre, 18 hole par
72 course with 21 wooden bridges and 17 lakes among lush wetlands and woods. The facilities also include a clubhouse with a retail
shop, bar and grill, plus an extensive practice facility. A variety of hotel and golf packages are available.
Swimming Pool There is an outdoor pool and sundeck located next to the
hotel with a cabana bar.
Parking - Patrons will find ample free outdoor parking and valet.
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