Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa opens in Ontario
It’s Canada’s first fully integrated Hard Rock resort.
Canada.- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa has opened in the Canadian province of Ontario. The $350m resort covers 150,000 square feet. It has a hotel with 150 guest rooms, including 22 luxury suites, and dining options, including Council Oak Steakhouse & Seafood and the Hard Rock Cafe.
It also features Hard Rock LIVE, a performance venue with capacity for up to 2,200 guests, and a casino floor with slots, live table games and high-limit gaming areas.
The opening saw the Canadian Tenors perform O Canada followed by the brand’s signature guitar smash.
There was performance by David Foster and Katharine McPhee yesterday and Avril Lavigne will perform tomorrow.
Jim Allen, chief executive officer of Hard Rock International, said: “Bringing Hard Rock to Canada’s capital is an iconic milestone for our brand. We’re proud to expand our global footprint and create a destination where locals and visitors can experience world-class gaming, hospitality, and entertainment all in one place.”
Stan Cho, minister of tourism, culture and gaming, added: “Our government is thrilled that Hard Rock chose Ontario for its first fully integrated hotel and casino venue in Canada. This new entertainment and hospitality destination will draw visitors from near and far to Ottawa, create and sustain hundreds of local jobs, and provide millions of dollars for local infrastructure and community programs.”
Christine Crump, president Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, commented: “The wait is over! We are thrilled to share this exquisite facility with our community and tourists. At our core, we are an entertainment company, and we know that our guests will feel the vibe and energy the moment they walk in! I could not be prouder of our local and global team members who have collaborated on this remarkable venue. We’ve built a destination that will attract guests from inside and outside our borders, helping to drive the local economy. It truly is the new place to be!”
