lavish Atlantic City waterpark opening set at $100 million mark
The newly developed Showboat Resort in Atlantic City is set to welcome its initial visitors to their newest facility, a $100 million waterpark.
Officials from Tower Investments, the Philadelphia-based real estate company headed by Bart Blatstein, announce that the Showboat waterpark's construction has been completed and is ready for its premiere. The Island Waterpark at The Showboat Resort is being marketed as the world's largest indoor beachfront waterpark.
Spanning 120,000 square feet, the Island Waterpark holds more than 317,000 gallons of water. The park features 11 slides, a wave and surf simulator, a waterfall, a lazy river, and an adventure pool that offers various water sports for its guests.
The Tree House, a 30-foot-tall rental space for private parties, is also available. For younger visitors, the Kids Cove offers an interactive water play area.
The Island Waterpark will open to the public on June 30. Daily admission prices begin at $89, with twilight rates starting at $69 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Premium tickets including access to the Paradise Adult Island, Bliss Pool, and a swim-up bar cost from $119.
Residents of the Showboat can enjoy free entry to the Island Waterpark for one hour each morning prior to the park's 10 a.m. opening. A promotional offer currently stands where customers who buy three tickets will receive one for free.
A Fresh Approach for Atlantic City
Blatstein acquired the Showboat in early 2016 from Stockton University for $23 million and reopened it that July as a non-gaming hotel.
Blatstein argues that Atlantic City doesn't need any more casinos; instead, it requires more recreational options beyond gambling halls.
Atlantic City has long been renowned for adult entertainment, but the Island Waterpark at The Showboat Resort will provide a new realm of family fun on the Boardwalk. "When people see this, they'll be blown away—it's like stepping into a tropical paradise," Blatstein told reporters. "Best of all, guests can enjoy it throughout the year."
Caesars Entertainment added a deed restriction to the Showboat when it shuttered its casino and hotel in 2014. Although the casino was profitable at the time, Caesars opted to halt gambling operations at the property to forestall market oversaturation for its other casinos in town, which included Caesars, Harrah's, and Bally's.
Stockton hoped to turn the former casino into student housing. However, nearby casinos raised objections to college students living by their gambling establishments, leading to legal complications that eventually led to the abandonment of the university's plans.
An Alternative Retreat
If water sports aren't your preference, Blatstein might still have you covered.
Before the Island Waterpark, the real estate magnate spent approximately $7 million renovating the Showboat's casino floor into the biggest indoor arcade in America, boasting over 600 games. Named the Lucky Snake, the 200,000-square-foot facility offers the Raceway Go Kart Indoor Track, a 40-foot climbing wall, a virtual reality area, and a miniature golf course.
Regarding lodging, the Showboat accommodates 441 guestrooms and 36 balcony suites. The complex also provides extended stay and long-term leased apartments.
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