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Originally Posted by *******
I wanted to know if late at night do the games there run thin like at the Showboat where eventually they die off? Will I be able to play through the night at Harrahs or will I have to go elsewhere if I want to play late at night?
Also, is it safe to walk from Harrah's to Borgata at night?
Anything I should know or do while I am there?
Is the $20 trick worth pulling to get a room in the Waterfront tower?
Games will USUALLY run through the night. If you plan on packing it in at around 7 or 8am for a short respite, Harrah's should have at least 2 tables of 1/2NL running on a Wednesday and maybe more on a Thursday night. If you're hoping for like 6+ tables of 1/2 and 2/5 running @ 5 or 6am, Borgata is your only option.
Just this past Thursday night (say 2am) my wife and I made the walk from Borgata to Harrah's and had no trouble at all. In fact, there's a walkway right outside the poker room @ Harrah's that goes to the surface parking lot @ Borgata which is also just outside the poker room. The walk isn't too long at all.
While at Harrah's, I'd say Cafe Espresso is fantastic for getting little snacks, coffee, etc. The Deli has a great late-night menu. Expressions cafe is overpriced. The buffet is not quite as good as Borgata, but still a good value. The workout room next to the pool is sufficient if it's not crowded, but not impressive. The pool is nice during the day and at night if you're into clubs/dancing.
Instead of using the $20 trick, I suggest you use the self check-in kiosk. There is an option to amend your room request. This past Thursday I used the self check-in, amended my request from 2 queen beds to 1 king bed and was automatically given a "luxury King Suite" on the 16th floor of the Marina Tower. This suite had wood floors, a King bed (obv), a couch, flatscreen TV, and ample dresser and closet space. The room was comped and at check out there were no additional charges. The room is much better than what you'd get in the Harbour Tower, but I wouldn't call it a suite.