Sands (Closed), Atlantic City

History of Sands (Closed)

Game Over: Sands AC closed on November 11, 2006

Opened as the Brighton Casino on August 31, 1980, the Brighton (named after its cross street) was virtually bankrupt before it even took one wager. The Brighton was taken over and converted into Sands AC in May 1981. The Sands Atlantic City is owned by the same folks who own the Stratosphere in Las Vegas nad Arizona Charlie's.

Update: The Sands Atlantic City was purchased by Pinnacle Entertainment in 2006. It closed on November 11, 2006 to make way for a new, as yet un named, resort.

How are the rooms at Sands (Closed)?

A room on the weeknight will run you $59, weekends $250, while a hoppin' night like New Year's Eve will cost ya $400.

That said, the rooms are pretty nice.

Check out the Madison Tower suites for something schnazzier.

What restaurants are at Sands (Closed)?

Brighton Steakhouse for steaks and seafood and Rossi's Sunday Brunch from 10 am-2 pm every Sunday.

If you are craving Italian, Medici's comes with high recommendations. They boast this was a fav of Mr. Frank Sinatra, himself.

The Boardwalk Buffet offers daily varieties of foodstuffs, while The Corner cafe takes care of you 24 hours a day.

Where is Sands (Closed) Located?

Exclusive Tips for Sands (Closed):

Swingers Bar is the in house ultra lounge, offering hip cocktails to an even hipper crowd.

If the bar/party scene is too fast for you, The Sands offers up the 'dueling Copas' - the Copa Lounge and the Copa Room. The Lounge has resident pianist Bud Noble, while The Room has a rotating roster of entertainers.