Strictly Slots December 2022

The Best of Slots 2022

Best Overall Casino: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood

FLORIDA

P layers will find a full range of casino options in the Sunshine State. Florida offers slot fans numerous properties with full-scale tribal casinos. These tend to be expansive, luxurious properties with a vibrant slot and live poker scene. The state’s pari-mutuel outlets are also extremely popular in the southern part of the state. The tribal casinos are mainly Seminole Hard Rock outlets, with five locations across Florida. Under their compact with the state of Florida, the Seminoles offer Class III slots—the same random number generator games as in Las Vegas, Atlantic City and most commercial casinos. They also may have blackjack, baccarat, Three Card Poker, Let It Ride and Pai Gow Poker. Florida Hard Rock Casinos remain extremely popular in the Best of Slots survey with Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood leading the pack for the third straight year. The silver medal went to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa. Hialeah Park and Casino finished out the competition in third, also a repeat from 2021. The Hard Rock Hollywood brings plenty of entertainment, gaming and luxury. With its nightly Guitar Hotel Light Show, numerous concerts at the Hard Rock Live, comedy club shows, and over 20 bars it’s no surprise that the property continues to impress. The Hollywood Hard Rock rocked out, earning Best Video Poker, Best Dollar Slots, Best Variety of Slots, Best High End Slot Area, Best Comps, Best Players Club Lounge, and Best Non-Smoking Casino/Area. Another Seminole Hard Rock earned the silver medal. The Tampa property again finished second and features 190,000 square feet of gaming space. In addition to big-name entertainment, players can enjoy some live rock ’n’ roll, rare memorabilia, and a AAA Four Diamond–rated hotel. The Tampa Hard Rock took top honors in Best Reel Slots, Best Penny Slots, Best 50-Cent Slots, Best $5+ Slots, Best Slot Club Promotions, Best Hosts, Best VIP Service, and Best Casino Cocktail Service. The player-friendly slot scene at Hialeah Park and Casino found the No. 3 spot for the second straight year. Along with being a great place to play, Hialeah Park boasts over 200 acres of lush landscape, a beautiful horse racing course, and an Audubon Bird Sanctuary. This unique casino also headed up the categories of Best Progressive Slots, Best Quarter Slots, and Casino Where You Feel Luckiest.

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