On flatlands of western Hollywood, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino serves as a magnet for pulsating Vegas-style entertainment. Poker unfolds at 40 tables, to the delight of spectators, near a phalanx of slot machines. A theater just off the gaming floor hosts extravaganzas; and a 5,600-seat live performance venue showcases top performers, touring bands, and championship boxing. But the casino is just part of the story. The 4½-acre-pool complex, where a rock mountain doubles as a backdrop to a 182-foot-long waterslide, makes jaws drop. Partially embracing this landscaping is a starkly white 12-story tower. Room amenities include high-tech stereo systems and luxurious beds dressed in Egyptian cottons. Dining options stretch from the memorabilia-packed Hard Rock Cafe to Council Oak serving for steak and seafood. Pros: nonstop entertainment; plenty of activities. Cons: don't look for serenity; not on the beach.
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