Opened in June, the 17-story Live! Casino Hotel Maryland has 310 guest rooms and suites, including five spa suites, each with its own treatment room and private terrace. The casino’s Orchid Gaming & Smoking Patio is the region’s first outdoor gaming and smoking area and features both table games and slots. Orchid’s bar offers an extensive cocktail menu and specially built humidors stocked with premium cigars. David’s, an on-site restaurant, presents an eclectic menu of global flavors and 24-hour breakfast service. Among the other dining options are The Prime Rib, Bobby’s Burger Palace, The Cheesecake Factory, 8 at Luk Fu (featuring sushi and sashimi) and Italian gelato eatery Luckies. Upcoming acts in the 1,500-seat Event Center include comedians Dane Cook on Sept. 15 and Tracy Morgan on Oct. 20, and former Prince friend and drummer extraordinaire Sheila E. on Oct. 27. The contemporary guest rooms feature pillow top mattresses and Ultra HD 55-inch TVs. Rates begin at $169 per night.
Live! Casino Hotel Maryland, 7002 Arundel Mills, Circle #7777, Hanover, Maryland, 855-563-5483, livecasinohotel.com