The Hard Rock’s new guitar-shaped tower is starting to take shape in Vegas.
Tourists in Las Vegas can now see the finished lower floors and new glass panels that show off the hotel’s guitar shape. When finished, the tower will be about 700 feet tall, add hundreds of rooms, and change the look of a well-known part of the Strip. Hard Rock leaders say the project is still on track and within budget.
The Mirage’s closing ended a chapter in Las Vegas, but the new Hard Rock tower aims to bring a modern, music-focused feel to the heart of the Strip. The project will also update dining and entertainment spots and fully renovate the old Mirage buildings around the new tower.
The new Hard Rock casino resort is set to open in 2027. It will have 174,000 square feet of gaming space, which is twice the size of the old Mirage casino floor. Guests can expect lots of table games, slots, a walk-in and online sportsbook, a poker room, and more.
*Online sportsbooks and poker rooms are allowed in Nevada, but local casinos cannot offer online or mobile casino gaming.
Impact on the Las Vegas Tourism and Casino Market
While construction has temporarily reduced the number of rooms on the Strip, experts believe the Hard Rock project will bring in more tourists over time. The new tower will add about 600 rooms, bringing the total to around 3,600 after all renovations are done.
The new project will double the size of the old Mirage casino floor, offering more than 175,000 square feet of gaming space and bigger meeting and convention areas. Industry insiders say this is one of the most significant hospitality investments in Las Vegas and could influence future projects on the Strip.
The guitar-shaped tower, inspired by Hard Rock’s signature hotels, can now be seen from many spots along Las Vegas Boulevard.
Beyond the Las Vegas Strip
As Las Vegas adds more in-person attractions, many Americans are gravitating towards online services, especially online casino sites that let people 18 and older play. Since most U.S. states still ban real-money online casino games, players often use licensed offshore operators in places like Costa Rica or Curaçao.
These offshore casinos can serve U.S. players because they operate outside U.S. rules, even though American authorities do not regulate them. They usually offer many real-money games, such as slots, blackjack, roulette, live-dealer tables, and other specialty games. Many also accept cryptocurrency payments, which attract players who prefer faster transactions and greater privacy.
However, consumer advocates say it’s vital to pick trustworthy offshore operators that are well-regulated in their own countries. The American Gaming Association offers advice on how to find legitimate gaming sites and understand the risks of using unregulated sites outside the U.S.