I had been to the casino once and won money and enjoyed a Springsteen tribute band at the bar (I think it's called the Eden Lounge). Plus, we saw The Rat Pack is Back, which I loved. By all means that was a great night...
Next time in AC, we decided to stay at Harrah's. First off, there were less than 10 people in line ahead of us and we waited for almost an HOUR!!!
We were given a harbour room which was good sized, but could definately use a new bad (the springs on the mattress were very evident and uncomfortable). Oh...and the bathroom was terrible...completely dark. I later found out that there were newer tower rooms which seems nicer and more modern. Now, I know...
Harrah's has Kiosk's set up where you swipe your card to redeem your bonus points. I don't like this at all. At The Borgata, for example, your comps go to your card automatically. Harrah's makes you wait in line at the kiosk, so you can print out a voucher and then have to wait in line at the cashier. Seems to be a slow moving place in general...
Lost lots of money on the casino floor this time around. :( But, I'm not new to gambling, so I've come to expect that you win some, lose some... Just watch the trips to the ATM!
Band was good again. I really enjoy the Eden Lounge. It's got a good friendly atmosphere.
The buffet was expensive for lunch, so we decided to go to Reflections Cafe. Waited in line for about 20 minutes (what's with Harrah's and their lines???)...meal was basic, American fare. Nothing to complain about. We had a seat by the window which was nice.
So, to make a long story short...check out the casino and the Eden Lounge, but stay and eat elsewhere. (However...from what I've read, it seems like ALL AC hotel/casinos are the same except for Borgata..where it's prettier but over priced.)