The Casino in Paradise

Image: PHOTO: Blackjack table at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana. (photo courtesy of Hard Rock International)
Image: PHOTO: Blackjack table at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Punta Cana. (photo courtesy of Hard Rock International)
Patrick Clarke
by Patrick Clarke
Last updated: 7:00 PM ET, Wed October 17, 2018

As if you needed another reason to slip away to the soothing and equally entertaining Hard Rock Hotel in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic this fall, the luxury all-inclusive resort boasts a 45,000-square-foot casino that's widely considered to be the destination's best.

Choose from over 400 slot and video poker machines offering Blazin 7's, Double 3X 4X 5X pay, Triple Diamond, Where's The Gold and more or pick from more than 40 thrilling table games, including classics such as blackjack, roulette, craps and baccarat.

Guests can even play poker in paradise the way it was meant to while enjoying first class VIP service from start to finish. Leave the stress and worries behind with the Punta Cana Poker Classic package that includes everything you need, rendering your wallet obsolete.

Cash games are available nightly starting at 8 p.m. inside the Hard Rock Poker Room.

The exclusive new gaming lounge is also a no-brainer for guests seeking an unforgettable VIP casino experience. Tucked away but boasting a clear view of the main casino floor, this space offers customizable individual gaming suites housing high stakes roulette and much more.

Lounge guests can also choose from a premium selection of top-shelf liquors and wine, handcrafted cocktails and hand-rolled cigars from the private bar.

Meanwhile, the resort's 5,000-square-foot Sports Book is the largest in the Caribbean, featuring more than 55 high-definition televisions to ensure sports-betting enthusiasts always have a front-row seat to the action.

Visitors can wager on more than 100 different types of sports and events.

If the casino is your sanctuary, consider joining the Hard Rock Player's Club. All guests will need is a valid ID. Once obtained, the Wild Club Card is your all-access pass and allows you to redeem points every time you play.

In addition to earning special discounts at select Hard Rock amenities like the signature Rock Spa, stellar restaurants and retail outlets, guests can turn every 2000 points earned into $5 cash credits.

So what are you waiting for? Head to paradise and start playing.


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Patrick Clarke

Patrick Clarke

Senior Editor

A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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