Planet Hollywood

Lots of casinos offer luxury and exciting gaming experiences, but only one will make you feel like you’re among the stars, Hollywood stars that is, and without needing a Beverly Hills bank account to enjoy yourself.

Hard rock diners meet Hollywood glitz and glam at Planet Hollywood. Starting off as a chain of restaurants that exploded throughout the United States, Planet Hollywood has a stellar resort on the Vegas Strip.

Originally the Aladdin, by 2007 its metamorphosis into Planet Hollywood was largely complete. Good thing since the Aladdin didn’t receive especially high marks by today’s standards and found itself continually in financial trouble.

Thankfully, the old neon Aladdin lamp – a piece of Vegas history - has been preserved in the neon museum at the Fremont Street Experience.

The casino has moved from the old Arabian Nights theme to the trendiest and most modern interior, dark and full of stardust. Eight chandeliers with 66,000 individually hung crystals add elegance and charm. While appearing decidedly glamorous, you’ll find Planet Hollywood much more welcoming and friendly than you’d expect.

Unfortunately, getting inside is still tricky, one of the features that killed the Aladdin. The entrance is in the rear, requiring you to enter off Harmon Avenue.

Planet Hollywood has over 2,800 slot machines, many themed after the best Hollywood films, spread across over 100,000 square feet. There are over 250 flat screen televisions throughout the casino. The casino’s full of tall pillars with geometric patterns and stripes.

Find video poker, Wheel of Fortune, Monopoly, Megabucks and a whole host of other loud and cutting-edge games. There are also high-limit reels for the casino’s biggest stars. Who knows what stars you’ll find there wandering about.

There’s not a single popular table game missed at Planet Hollywood, with over 85 tables to choose from. Try your hand at craps, baccarat, Caribbean stud poker, blackjack, roulette, and pai gow poker. There’re also specialty games like let it ride, keno, crazy 4 poker, ultimate Texas hold’em and three-card poker.

If you’d like a party atmosphere when playing blackjack, head over to the Pleasure Pit. While you take your chances on your wheel of fortune, go-go dancers will perform nearby the tables. The Pleasure Pit as a flirty, chic atmosphere with some of the hottest blackjack and roulette dealers in Vegas.

For VIP’s, get access to the high limit casino where you’ll find real baccarat, mini-baccarat, roulette and blackjack not be mention that fact that you’ll be treated like a celebrity yourself.

Don’t miss the big game at the Playing Field Race and Sports book. Watch on the finest televisions, including over 33 plasma screens and two giant screens. Get a drink at the bar, which specializes in draft beer. You can also catch daily races. Place large wagers and get access to the roped off VIP area, where you can enjoy plush couches.

The Playing Field has a broad range of betting options, allowing you to place bets on teams that you know will win the championship. Bet on college and professional sports alike. Enjoy cocktail services and get drink tickets that you can redeem at the Hawaiian Tropic restaurant nearby.

In the poker room, you’ll find over 12 tables with Texas hold’em. Planet Hollywood offers more tournaments than most casinos.

Taking a break from the casino, you can relax in the Mezzanine, a relaxing room overlooking the casino. Here, you’ll find a whole host of shows, including a live version of America’s Got Talent hosted by Jerry Springer. Or you can see a movie premier in their 1,500-seat showroom.

There’s always something to do at Planet Hollywood, a modern classic in the making.