Things to do near Borgata: casino, boardwalk and local sights

Casino and gaming at Borgata

Borgata features a large casino floor with thousands of slot machines and a wide selection of table games and poker. Guests must be 21 or older to gamble and the property enforces a minimum check-in age of 21 for the registering guest.

The resort includes a dedicated sportsbook and lively bar areas where you can watch games. The casino is on-site and within easy reach from all guest-room towers and event venues.

• Over 2,500 slot machines and roughly 200 table games (including poker)
• BetMGM Sportsbook & Bar for in-person wagering and big-screen viewing
• Multiple casino-adjacent bars such as Gypsy Bar, Long Bar and Moneyline Bar & Book

Dining and nightlife on property

Borgata offers a wide range of dining choices from 24-hour casual options to fine dining. Notable venues include Angeline by Michael Symon (Italian), Old Homestead Steak House and B-Prime Steakhouse; reservations for fine dining are handled by calling the resort.

Several bars and lounges serve cocktails and casual fare; Borgata Beer Garden is an outdoor canopied bar open daily 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. The resort also has nightlife venues and a nightclub (Premier Nightclub) for late-evening entertainment.

• Fine dining: Angeline by Michael Symon, Old Homestead Steak House, B-Prime Steakhouse
• Casual and quick: Bread + Butter (open 24 hours), Borgata Baking Company, Burgers & Fries, Casa Taco Express
• Bars & nightlife: B Bar, Long Bar, Level One Cocktail Bar & Lounge, Gypsy Bar, Borgata Beer Garden

Spa, fitness and pools

Spa Toccare is Borgata’s full-service spa located on the spa floor; facility hours run daily and treatment hours vary by day. Spa treatments require reservations and spa wet facilities (steam rooms, saunas, whirlpools, relaxation lounges) are restricted to guests 18 or older.

The resort offers an indoor pool on the spa floor that allows children when accompanied by an adult, though it runs a two-hour adults-only swim each morning before opening to all ages at 9 a.m. The seasonal outdoor pool is restricted to guests 21 and older and typically operates in the late spring through early fall months.

Hotel guests receive complimentary access to the fitness center (the “Pump Room”) as part of the resort fee; gym hours and equipment details are available from the spa or front desk.

• Spa Toccare: 54,000-square-foot facility, reservations required for treatments
• Indoor pool: children allowed when accompanied by adult; morning adults-only swim before 9 a.m.
• Outdoor pool: seasonal (May–Sept/Oct depending on year), 21+ only; cabanas/daybeds available for an extra fee

Rooms and where to stay inside Borgata

Borgata has nearly 1,970 guest rooms across multiple towers and several room types to pick from. All rooms include standard amenities such as a flat-screen TV, desk, air conditioning and a private bathroom.

Room names you can book include Classic King, Classic Queen, Fiore Room, Standard Room (Lower Floor), Restore Classic Room and Standard Room. For quieter or upgraded experiences guests sometimes book The Water Club/MGM Tower rooms, which are marketed with more private pool options, though policies vary by tower.

• Room types (examples): Classic King; Classic Queen; Fiore Room; Standard Room (Lower Floor); Restore Classic Room; Standard Room
• All rooms come with TV, A/C, desk and private bathroom
• Reserve early for popular room categories and to request specific bedding configurations

Boardwalk, beaches and nearby attractions

Borgata sits in Atlantic City’s Marina District on the bay and is not a beachfront property; Atlantic City’s beaches and the Boardwalk are reachable by taxi, jitney or local bus and typically take a short drive. Sources cite a roughly 1–2 mile separation between Borgata and the Boardwalk depending on route.

Nearby attractions commonly visited from Borgata include the Atlantic City Boardwalk and Steel Pier, Tanger Outlets, Absecon Lighthouse and Lucy the Elephant (in Margate). Travel time to downtown Boardwalk spots is usually under 15 minutes by car; local transit connections such as NJ Transit buses and local jitneys serve the route.

If you plan a beach or boardwalk visit, note that Atlantic City beaches are free to access and Borgata has historically offered a summer shuttle to Brigantine Beach in some seasons; check the front desk or concierge for current shuttle operations.

• Boardwalk & Steel Pier: iconic Atlantic City boardwalk attractions and rides
• Tanger Outlets: outlet shopping near the Boardwalk and rail station area
• Historic sites: Absecon Lighthouse (climbable) and Lucy the Elephant (Margate)

Getting around: transit, taxis and parking

Borgata does not routinely provide airport shuttle service; the nearest airport is Atlantic City International Airport (ACY), commonly reached by taxi or rideshare. Driving distances from ACY to Borgata vary by source but are generally listed around 9–12 miles.

Local transit options include NJ Transit trains and buses to Atlantic City and a local jitney/NJ Transit bus (line 501) that connects the Marina District to downtown Atlantic City. Taxi or rideshare to the Boardwalk/downtown takes only a few minutes by car.

On-site parking is available for guests: self-parking and valet are offered for stated flat fees per stay, and an electric car charging station is available. Confirm current rates and availability with the front desk.

• Nearest airport: Atlantic City International Airport (ACY); no guaranteed hotel shuttle
• Local transit: NJ Transit train and bus services; local jitney lines connect to downtown
• Parking: on-site self-parking and valet available; electric car charging station on property