This is Why BORGATA is the #1 Hotel in Atlantic City

[@hammerdown3000]

I love the amount of food and drink you can rip through. You are like a machine!

[@stevenjacobson8177]

Best poker room in AC. Great pools. MGM water tower rooms amazing. Old Homestead and noodle restaurant!!! Excellent service throughout.

[@bodyloverz30]

That indoor pool with a view, must be sweet in the winter!

[@pettis14]

Smells like chlorine

[@bobbyg1587]

You should review Mohegan Sun & Foxwoods in CT. They are within 15 minutes of each other.

[@Tom_sweet_science]

Good idea , as a New England person I go to Foxwoods a lot

[@Tom_sweet_science]

Mohegan is a very solid casino for the New England area. It is classy, has a great layout and diversity in dinning- but it is nothing truly unique in my opinion. Vegas has EVERYTHING for everybody. On a side note - I do like the idea of James visiting Resort Casinos around the USA -like this AC series. However, Vegas is always #1 by a mile for any/all casinos in the world@@ChuckyGold

[@beachbumsailordude]

Finally! you finally got there. I'm glad you liked the Borgata. You need to be there on the weekends. You will never see as many young beautiful women dressed to the nines in one place like what happens there. On another note I want to take you to some concerts to see what real great live music is like. Great video!

[@morganmcconnell7385]

I'm really enjoying this AC series. Great work and fun to watch.

[@gnucci3958]

Great review and can't wait for the next one...

[@MrVaken]

So glad to see you on the East Coast. Having been to Borgata more then any other Casino/Hotel in my life this was a fun review to watch. I Always enjoy my stay at Borgata. Going Sunday!

[@Chooli3]

Finally! James reviewing my stomping grounds 😃 Hope you had a great time!

[@pimpineasy1100]

thank you sir... really love your video review style

[@ydmf2]

Love those shirts! They look amazing. The black and blue. What brand is that?

[@millennialmoneymom]

Loving the AC series!! Thank you so much ❤

[@rockinslots777]

Loved your honest review! Very helpful recommendations.

[@David1212-p9d]

This is such a great youtube channel. Keep up the good work!

[@hestersutton9582]

Great video. I agree with your assessment. It’s my favorite casino in AC. I think I sat next to you at the bar at BPrime. 😊

[@JWD1992]

It's so cool seeing you at all these places in AC, which are like my "local joints." I was asked recently what my favorite AC casino was, and I went with Borgata. Ocean is probably a nicer facility, but I have stayed at Borgata a lot over the years. There is a lot to do there. Old Homestead is my favorite AC steakhouse (it used to be tied with Nero's, but Caesars sadly did away with Nero's). However, I actually haven't been to Old Homestead since before the renovation. Metropolitan Cafe is my go-to breakfast spot. Wine Bar is an underrated spot in that food court. I have had dinner there a few times. The rooms are a bit more worn these days, but they're still pretty enjoyable. The indoor pool in the main Borgata tower is good, but the one in the MGM Tower (or the Water Tower, as it was originally known) is really upscale. The casino chips at Borgata even feel great. Very smooth. Okay, that's enough, haha.

[@sadclown14]

I like your assessment

[@dallasmoore8796]

James is the best period. I started watching your videos before going to Cabo, and I’ve watch every video since. Don’t even see myself ever going to Atlantic City. But I watch anyway

[@anthonylagano]

Hey hey Sir James ! This is definitely my kind of place . Lots of great restaurant options and bars . Too bad we didn’t get to experience your full Coolist bar crawl lol . I’m thinking of going here next summer . I get so many comp offers so will plan on it . Enjoyable video as always 😎😎😎

[@Hauler24]

Back on the caffeine and double steakhouse! Now this is awesome!

[@tony-ce7qp]

Videos get better with time....like my e-mail fine wine.....great show and perfect everything for us viewers!

[@Gyduker]

Stay in the water club Nice rooms

[@4MDK]

I agree with you on all points. A very well assessed review. I will add that I get free room at the Bellagio, Aria and all MGM properties in Vegas, but not the Borgata. I find that interesting.

[@lauracolby6038]

Howdy James! Looking hot in that smoking jacket in intro! The style and decor of the hotel is warm and fun! Gawd that crab cocktail looked outrageously good! Caffeine and pastry & sugar mornings are well stocked. Classiest indoor pool I’ve ever seen, honestly. Very regal. How far walking distance is the beach? all the cocktails looked fantastic. Looks like a well-rounded experience. All the best to you! 🎉

[@BobThompson-y9p]

It is at the Marina, so you cannot walk to the beach

[@thebestlifejeremy]

Always look forward to your videos

[@BobThompson-y9p]

Good to see a review of Atlantic city. I play at Ocean, Borgata and Hard Rock. I used to play in Vegas but have pushed out of there because of the costs. I get that people compare Atlantic city to vegas. If i was rich i would go to vegas but i am not so i can drive to Atlantic city. It is much cheaper to get gambling in at Atlantic city where i can find $10 min black jack tables during the week and $15 min on the weekends. The costs in Vegas are out of control and at least Atlantic city has 3 to 2 blackjack and many places in vegas have 6 to 5 blackjack which is way worse.

[@CarlosBonnin-o6s]

Keep up the videos! Love watching them!

[@guthc]

Bread & Butter also serves their regular branded Borgata coffee as well as Espresso from Illy.

[@shawnmalone3980]

Another top notch Resort review! I hope I can make it to Atlantic City one day. Can’t wait to see your videos on Fontaine Blue Las Vegas, I’ll be there opening weekend! Cheers!

[@loisirene]

Wine flight for the wine! Thanks for letting me vacation vicariously with you. I need to open my wallet a bit more and enjoy more of the finer things like you do. Off to Las Vegas; hope F1 renovations doesn't suck too much. Cheers.

[@Tom_sweet_science]

Subscribed to your Patreon , looking forward to that new content! Downloaded the app!

[@Afkpicks]

Great video you got to do one on Ocean, which i believe beats Borgata

[@CoasterJawn]

How much did this visit cost?

[@carconciergeplus4357]

Fantastic video! But you missed out on the best dining in the place - Izakaya.

[@yiswhy3934]

James, you're definitely the COOLIST!!!

[@millennialmoneymom]

My family has been going to The Old Homestead in NYC for 40 yrs. That place is an institution ❤

[@imilliemedina666]

I was born just up the block, west side of NYC The one at Borgata is outrageously expensive.

[@215juliusgirl]

The fiore suite is real nice. If you have free rooms, they’ll upgrade you.

[@MACMAMI]

"There's a method to my madness!" 9:51 "I'll be lucky if I make it to the restaurant bar!" 10:19 "I need to go home.............but I have no home!" Hahahahaha, no matter what the method is, we love you James! 😂🙂

[@donaldgalardi9813]

On your final thoughts: I live in the area and worked in the casinos for 20+ years. AC is basically a weekend resort in the off season between Sept and May. Everything is open on weekends but limited through the week. Most casinos scale down around 2 am every day. They will raise limits to chase players away if they need to. At times they will just announce that the game is closing in x amount of hands. It's a money saving move to save on employee payroll and benefits. Borgota was the catalyst that created some changes in the business practices but there is a long way to go

[@kovy689]

Vegas is better

[@BrunesKitten]

I love spending weekends in AC! Especially when Goodman Fiske is performing!

[@elabuterin7150]

@@kovy689 Comparing Vegas to other casinos/resorts is like comparing apples to oranges. NOTHING can compete with Sin City 🥰

[@kovy689]

@@elabuterin7150 Facts. It’s a whole different league.

[@anthonygentzel9961]

Question: what’s the best casino for a guys weekend in February? Any good bars that you’d recommend? These reviews cover a lot but I’d appreciate a locals recommendation. Thanks!

[@thewanderingjake]

Great video! 🎉 Fan from Toronto. Random Question: Where do you buy your dress shirts? They look sharp! 😊

[@williamsawesomeyoutubechan389]

Great review! How do you access the courtyard? Wife struggling to find it

[@maryjoambrozia4180]

We love the Borgata, our go to for many years.

[@Bcelos182]

Great video. That being said, they just redid an entire tower across the street from the casino. It’s called MGM Tower and looks pretty nice!

[@AluraCein]

I love the Borgata! Some hotel/casinos are over priced. Great video!

[@mariabesharah613]

I absolutely love the Borgata we've been there many times and it does not disappoint.

[@jeffvansloten1897]

couldn't find you on Patreon. Is it up yet

[@JohnBrown-gm1yc]

Fire shirt at 8:06 mins if you share the brand?

[@mikem.3887]

James, I absolutely love your content & insight. You do Vegas and Atlantic City exactly how I do it. Totally off topic but your button down shirts & tshirts, I HAVE to ask where you get them? The button downs look like Robert Graham but I can’t find them! Give me the insight!

[@DoloresGiampapa]

Rooms are being updated in early 2024. Agree on restaurant hours and your review of Angeline!

[@gabetedino2879]

rock solid property for sure

[@Skittlezz45]

If you could only pick one (Old Homestead or B-Prime), which one would you pick???

[@Awre18]

James I'm curious, is your rating scale for each city, or region different?

[@denbo74]

And it was even nicer when it opened. It smelled amazing and the rooms were more posh.

[@phrewilly8556]

Excellent review James! I know I have been pushing the whole "cruise" thing but perhaps you could do some Indian Casinos if you don't want to do down that path. We go to Winstar in Ardmore, OK and I truly think it will exceed your expectations! Keep after it buddy, we always enjoy your videos!

[@Mlw5003]

Borgata is my go to in AC.

[@johnlittle8267]

Steve Wynn design never disappoints...

[@pete69696]

Wynn had nothing to do with borgata. He owned the empty lot between borgata and harrah's

[@drenlacasa]

Hey man what would you recommend in the nj ny area as the next closest thing to riu punta cana as far as a party vibe?

[@chillydog5191]

I love live music but I wasn't mad how you said you think it belongs in the studio haha

[@joshgreen1214]

You ate the steak for breakfast. Was it cold because they don’t have microwaves in the rooms?

[@cheriemichelle7571]

Did you not go to Caesars?Curious what it's like. I'm going next weekend.

[@imilliemedina666]

Caesars used to be terrible but after their recent renovation it's actually very nice now. I think it's the Gordon Ramsey effect.

[@ballpickerinparadise3481]

Mahalo for being our “Slave-dog”. Luv the style my brother!

[@edwinsimmons7148]

Welcome to my home state

[@exclusivelybill677]

Rooms were recently refurbished in the MGM Tower @ Borgata ( use to be the Water Club )

[@CigarAttache]

Definitely the best place in Atlantic City.

[@Michaelmichael-cr7bl]

Yes I going there

[@frank.5985]

MGM Tower rooms were all just renovated. Very very nice. B Prime use to be Bobby Flays steakhouse. B Prime is a Borgata restaurant. Too loud and service and food is average. Olde Homestead is A+++

[@valsquyres]

Best so far. The food! The daiquiri slushy machines! ❤ Room is ok, a little regular maintenance would go a long way. On to the next place, mush!

[@lechelewashington62]

I trust your opinion. For a birthday weekend for a fun couple who like pool, party and fun things to do, would you recommend Borgata or Ocean?

[@CoreyLippin]

Forgot about the club Premier there lol

[@thehuhu]

The mariott dig 🤣

[@JoshuaWebbs]

What parts of the world has a strip of mega resorts other than Las Vegas, or Atlantic city

[@crazydonkey110]

Since MGM took over borgata it has gone downhill, the restaurant’s used to be amazing but they have since replaced most of them with the exception of old homestead with their own and the quality is lackluster. You did however make a couple mistakes, #1 you did not stay at MGM tower, rooms are much better quality and more recently updated (the pool is also much nicer and is 21+). #2 you didn’t get the Gotham Rib steak at old homestead (even if you’re not a prime rib fan you will love this steak). Being away from the boardwalk is actually a + It’s becoming very sketchy there now and most things are closing (such as the pier mall which only has a few shops still open).

[@krazykraut627]

How much was the tomahawk??

[@ethanstorms4826]

New Coolist content lfg

[@nightwolfv7541]

How many days would be a good first Atlantic City trip?

[@SilentStrife]

B Bar (Casino bar) is my favorite in AC

[@melbedewy]

The day Borgata open it replaced Taj Mahal as THE place in AC.

[@zacharywende1553]

Trop on the Boardwalk with more bars more casual amd better night life kills Borgata boring rich folk and gamblers any day

[@aavilez7]

Agree about the music always prefer a Dj with that EDM House Music boom!

[@dougronald561]

He says the location isn’t great, but most people around here love the location. It is protected and doesn’t get the riff raff who walk in off the boardwalk.

[@MACMAMI]

Also: even being a vegan, it honestly brought a smile to my face seeing you have a fabulous experience at the Atlantic City Old Homestead especially after having an unfavorable one at Caesars Palace. 😊 Don't get me wrong, I always respect how authentic you are...............but it is honestly heartbreaking when I've seen you initially get elated over a particular place, but then the afterglow wears off later on like we saw at Hash House A Go-Go. So it makes it all the more endearing when the complete opposite happens especially when you least expect it. 🥰 Who knows: maybe you'll FINALLY have a fabulous Nobu experience soon enough, or even fall back in love with STK, hahahahaha! 😉😇

[@pointman913]

Borgata has been my go to since they opened. Its funny your first negative, location, is my first positive. Im in the tunnel, Im there no traffic lights no riff raff homeless people off Pacific ave begging

[@JoeGiz64]

Borgata is still my favorite AC weekend spot. Hands down..nothing comes close in AC. Very upscale.

[@umbrellicwalks9430]

Would you give it a 5 if it were in Vegas?

[@beachbumsailordude]

Yeah it's Vegas level.

[@JJ-rf7dg]

I've stayed there several times.

[@pete69696]

You should of stayed at the Water club section its ALOT nicer

[@thomasrider8221]

Nice video. Thank you! Your score of 5/6 seems justifiable from your discussion. But can you please, quantify your use of the word "average" when reviewing. The room is average...what standard are you judging from? From hotels in casinos? From its competition within Atlantic City? Compared to any place you've slept in? You see my point. Is Angeline just average restaurant against everything in A.C.? Or is it just average among the vast choices at the Borgata? Yes, to me Angeline is should be ranked as you did within the restaurants at the Borgata, but its certainly not true when compared among A.C. restaurants in general. You see my point? Look forward to your future reviews.

[@user-de1of7fe9d]

Borgata is great but without the poker room it’s just same level as Oceans and HardRock.

[@JoeGiz64]

There are rooms that most people dont even know exist in Borgata. Totally renovated, not accessible unless you are high gold or platinum + member.

[@RPMCanes]

The redesigned rooms at the MGM Tower are even more vanilla than the Borgata rooms.

[@charlespeterson459]

I stayed at the Borgata in Atlantic City because of this video. I tried calling the hotel before booking, they would not answer. The hotel is as far as you can get from the beaches and boardwalk. I never had any interaction with any staff, checked in with phone. The casino was underwhelming. Tried to research pool but no one would answer phone. I had dinner at the casino, almost as good as Applebee's. To be fair I just came from show on boardwalk and it was the only nice restaurant I could find there. Maybe the have better?

[@mickeyhead9770]

I loved the Borgata before it was taken over by MGM.

[@finbarrhayes5878]

“The coffee with the chicory.”

[@zacharywende1553]

Better to be great ribeye guy than tourist Tomahawk guy

[@JohnnyXtreme]

It is close because it’s not on the strip. I would definitely stay at Tropicana or Hard Rock. If your going to AC there is no reason to stay off the boardwalk

[@ytfeverguy8367]

Borgata is the Bellagio of the East Coast.

[@Crazyjoker4650]

Travel on, Labrador , travel on.

[@kylec.5476]

Those rooms are garbage. Your end tables don't even match! (1:11)

[@tony-ce7qp]

When the rooms in a place like that are off...i say trouble looms just my opinion!

[@playthingsracing88]

Not sure how you can say this casino is nicer than Oceans! Trop no way also have more Slot Machines than Oceans. Many other topics missed into picking a casino

[@chrismaclean9735]

Do they still have the ridiculous “no bringing alcohol to the hotel in your luggage rule”?

[@BobThompson-y9p]

No Atlantic city casino hotel checks. I think they may say you are limited to one case of 24 beer at hard rock. I don't remember any other place having a sign