I have stayed at this hotel, gambled in it's casino, ate at several restaurants, and enjoyed the nightlife and clubs many times. Compared to other casino resorts I have stayed at, the Borgata is very clean, offers high end restaurants, and has some of the better entertainment and clubs in the city.

Rooms - while the rooms are expensive on a weekend (usually a Friday or Saturday night is more than $250) you can find deals during the week (Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) for under $200. The rooms are very modern, clean, and beds are comfortable. Bottled water is expensive from the room so I recommend you bring bottled water with you.

Restaurants - Some of the best chefs in the world have opened restaurants here - Bobby Flay, Wolfgang Puck, and others. The food is great and what you would expect from a top chef, however it is expensive. In the restaurants, expect to spend a minimum of $30 per person with most bills around $50-70 a person. They do have a buffet and cafe option if you want a quick bite with a little less pinch on your wallet.

Casino - A very large casino floor with a ton of slots and numerous table games. The area around the gaming floor has wide paths to get around and the Borgata Girls bring you drinks while you play. And the drinks aren't miniature size, if you want a beer, they bring you a full size bottle. Mixed drinks also included as decent size for being complimentary. Expect a table minimum around $20 when you go on a Friday or Saturday night.

Nightlife - There are three nigh clubs in the Borgata and several bars with live music on weekends. The club Mixx usually has more of a techno style DJ but celebrity DJ's performing almost every weekend. Mixx is large with a huge dance floor and bar, plenty of lights and VIP areas. MurMur club is more intimate setting but has some big name celebrity guests hosting on weekends, more lounge type areas, but a longer wait to get in. Both clubs will give you plenty of party you desire and more. Expect a cover of $20-30 on weekends.

Parking - There is a large parking garage attached to the casino so no issues about parking the car or worrying if it will still be there when you wake up. A $5 charge when you exit, so don't gamble all of your cash away! You have to pay each time you exit so no one-day type passes for parking.

What's around - Since the Borgata is located on the marina and bay side of Atlantic City, you are not within walking distance of the boardwalk, beach, or other casinos. It is not recommended you walk from this hotel since there is a major highway and not so nice neighborhood between the Borgata and boardwalk. They do offer a shuttle, but only for "members" I think others have to pay or get a taxi. Either stay put at the Borgata or take a short cab ride or drive to other attractions and restaurants. The Borgata is not in a remote area, it is next to Harrah's Casino but the highway and neighborhoods make it a difficult walk.

Security - Plenty of security down on the casino floor and at the clubs. You must show your key card to security before you can access the room elevators, this helps so random people from the casino don't wander the halls of the rooms.

This hotel is recommended for adults only, since the casino is attached and the borgata girls wear very revealing uniforms and other people show up to the clubs to impress, it's not the best example for any child under 18.

Hope this review helps!

Went to Borgata for holidays (my birthday is Christmas Day) with whole family because my son passed away a few weeks earlier and holidays were extremely difficult. We would have stayed at Harrah's but we had two children with us and the pool at Harrah's which allows children was closed for repair. We booked Borgata, two rooms next to each other. They sent me an e-mail asking for any requests or any help a few days before arrival which was a nice touch. They upgraded our room when we arrived which we greatly appreciated, from a low floor with no view to a room on 28th floor with fabulous view of the bay and lights. Really, that made the whole trip! They were responsive to guest needs. TV wasn't working properly one night and they sent a technician very quickly to fix it. Fitness center was great for my husband. Pool and hot tub area was really nice. They sent extra items from housekeeping that we requested except for tea. I took a yoga class at Immersion Spa at the Water Club one night and that was superb! Cannot say enough good things about the yoga instructor, Julie Morley, a Kripalu-certified instructor! Usually hotel yoga classes are not that great but this one on Xmas Eve was excellent! Highly recommend taking one of her classes.

First time staying at The Borgata and I'm glad I had the pleasure of staying. Room wise, The Revel rooms are similar, clean, modern, spacious with great views. Did not have adjoining rooms, so I did not have to hear anyone else's noise and that's a good thing for me. Elevators to the top floors are very fast and clean, hallways-spotless. Enjoyed my stay and will go back again. Very comfortable beds, big flatscreen tv, a very nice stay. Went to the Japanese restaurant, and on Mondays, they have great specials to enjoy, plus very good food and strong drinks. Casino floors are lively and full of energy, did not win a thing, but I still enjoyed The Borgata, overall.

Excellent stay at Borgata, stayed with my family 2 kids (5 yr & 8 months). Had a great time, staff was great! Valet and bell services were prompt! Room was clean and decent size. It is the top of its class, have not tried the Revel casino yet. Will stay again. Disappointments, buffet was closed and so was Bread & Butter resturants. Old Homestead, awesome food. It's a classy seafood & steak sit down place but they accommodate my kids great! Another surprise was the NOW (Noodle of the World) place, pretty good pho!!!