Trump Plaza (Atlantic City)
Encyclopedia
Trump Plaza is a hotel
and casino
located on the Boardwalk
in Atlantic City, New Jersey
. Designed by architect Martin Stern, Jr.
, it was opened in 1984 and is one of two casinos owned by Trump Entertainment Resorts
. The casino was host to WrestleMania IV
and V
in 1988 and 1989 along with adjacent Boardwalk Hall
.
and Harrah’s Atlantic City. Trump built the complex and it was managed by Harrahs and contained 614 rooms, seven restaurants, a health club, a 750-seat showroom and a 60,000 sq.ft. casino all on a narrow 2.6 acre plot of land next to Caesars Atlantic City
. Within six months, the Harrahs name was removed from the casino and it became known only as Trump Plaza. Part of the reason for this is that Harrah's was commonly associated and attracted low-rolling gamblers, but Trump had built 85 high-roller suites, which were rarely used. Revenue for the seven months it was open in 1984 the casino was placed seventh out of the ten casinos operating in the city at the time, which lead to Trump taking over the entire casino from Harrah's. In 1989, the East Tower of the complex was opened, expanding the resort to a total of 906 rooms. The East Tower had been built as apartments in 1968, but were abandoned shortly after gambling was approved in 1976. Trump purchased the tower and covered the brick facade in white stucco to match the rest of the casino. On May 24, 2011, Trump Entertainment Resorts
announced that a decision would be made within two months to either sell the casino or to renovate and expand it. A joint venture partner could be brought in if the decision is made to renovate the property.
(owned by Harrah's
) and the state
owned Boardwalk Hall
Convention Center broke causing cooled air and water to be cut off, both Caesars and Boardwalk Hall said they would remain open but Trump Plaza executives made the decision to close moving hotel guests to sister properties Trump Taj Mahal (also on the Boardwalk) or the Trump Marina (in the Marina District). This is the first time since the 2006 New Jersey State Government shutdown
that an Atlantic City casino was forced to closed.
court case in the mid-1990s, when Trump Enterprises sought to obtain the property of Vera Coking
, a retired
homeowner whose house was adjacent to Trump Plaza. (picture) In Coking vs. C.R.D.A., Donald Trump, and Trump Plaza, Mrs. Coking was victorious, and plans to build a limousine
parking lot
on her property were thwarted. After her death in 2009, Trump Plaza purchased the property and built the parking lot.
Hotel
A hotel is an establishment that provides paid lodging on a short-term basis. The provision of basic accommodation, in times past, consisting only of a room with a bed, a cupboard, a small table and a washstand has largely been replaced by rooms with modern facilities, including en-suite bathrooms...
and casino
Casino
In modern English, a casino is a facility which houses and accommodates certain types of gambling activities. Casinos are most commonly built near or combined with hotels, restaurants, retail shopping, cruise ships or other tourist attractions...
located on the Boardwalk
Boardwalk
A boardwalk, in the conventional sense, is a wooden walkway for pedestrians and sometimes vehicles, often found along beaches, but they are also common as paths through wetlands, coastal dunes, and other sensitive environments....
in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City, New Jersey
Atlantic City is a city in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States, and a nationally renowned resort city for gambling, shopping and fine dining. The city also served as the inspiration for the American version of the board game Monopoly. Atlantic City is located on Absecon Island on the coast...
. Designed by architect Martin Stern, Jr.
Martin Stern, Jr.
Martin Stern, Jr. was an American architect who was most widely known for his large scale designs and structures in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is credited with originating the concept of the structurally integrated casino resort complex in Las Vegas.The International Hotel and the first MGM Grand...
, it was opened in 1984 and is one of two casinos owned by Trump Entertainment Resorts
Trump Entertainment Resorts
Trump Entertainment Resorts, Inc. is a holding company that owns and manages two casinos/hotels in Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States. Formerly known as Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, it was founded by Donald J. Trump, who was Chairman of the Board of Directors until his resignation in 2009....
. The casino was host to WrestleMania IV
WrestleMania IV
WrestleMania IV was the fourth annual WrestleMania professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation . It took place on March 27, 1988 at the Trump Plaza in Atlantic City, New Jersey....
and V
WrestleMania V
WrestleMania V was the fifth annual WrestleMania professional wrestling pay-per-view event produced by the World Wrestling Federation . It took place on April 2, 1989 at the Trump Plaza in Atlantic City, New Jersey...
in 1988 and 1989 along with adjacent Boardwalk Hall
Boardwalk Hall
Boardwalk Hall, formally known as the Historic Atlantic City Convention Hall, is an arena in Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States...
.
History
Trump Plaza opened as a joint venture between Donald TrumpDonald Trump
Donald John Trump, Sr. is an American business magnate, television personality and author. He is the chairman and president of The Trump Organization and the founder of Trump Entertainment Resorts. Trump's extravagant lifestyle, outspoken manner and role on the NBC reality show The Apprentice have...
and Harrah’s Atlantic City. Trump built the complex and it was managed by Harrahs and contained 614 rooms, seven restaurants, a health club, a 750-seat showroom and a 60,000 sq.ft. casino all on a narrow 2.6 acre plot of land next to Caesars Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City is a luxury hotel, casino, and spa resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Like Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, it has an ancient Roman theme. Atlantic City's second casino, it opened in 1979 as the Caesars Boardwalk Regency. The . casino has over 3,400 slot machines, and is one of...
. Within six months, the Harrahs name was removed from the casino and it became known only as Trump Plaza. Part of the reason for this is that Harrah's was commonly associated and attracted low-rolling gamblers, but Trump had built 85 high-roller suites, which were rarely used. Revenue for the seven months it was open in 1984 the casino was placed seventh out of the ten casinos operating in the city at the time, which lead to Trump taking over the entire casino from Harrah's. In 1989, the East Tower of the complex was opened, expanding the resort to a total of 906 rooms. The East Tower had been built as apartments in 1968, but were abandoned shortly after gambling was approved in 1976. Trump purchased the tower and covered the brick facade in white stucco to match the rest of the casino. On May 24, 2011, Trump Entertainment Resorts
Trump Entertainment Resorts
Trump Entertainment Resorts, Inc. is a holding company that owns and manages two casinos/hotels in Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States. Formerly known as Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts, it was founded by Donald J. Trump, who was Chairman of the Board of Directors until his resignation in 2009....
announced that a decision would be made within two months to either sell the casino or to renovate and expand it. A joint venture partner could be brought in if the decision is made to renovate the property.
Quick Service
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Bars & Nightclubs
Trump Plaza contains two nightclubs, Liquid Bar and Jezebel's, and a seasonal bar on the beach named The Beach Bar at Trump Plaza.2010 Loss of Air Conditioning
On July 16, 2010 executives at Trump Plaza announced that effective immediately and until at least July 18 the hotel and casino would be temporarily closed due to a lack of air conditioning and cold water. On the previous day a pipeline which runs from a nearby Conectiv Energy thermal plant to the Trump Plaza as well as neighboring CaesarsCaesars Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City is a luxury hotel, casino, and spa resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Like Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, it has an ancient Roman theme. Atlantic City's second casino, it opened in 1979 as the Caesars Boardwalk Regency. The . casino has over 3,400 slot machines, and is one of...
(owned by Harrah's
Harrah's Entertainment
Caesars Entertainment Corporation is a private gaming corporation that owns and operates over 50 casinos, hotels, and seven golf courses under several brands. The company, based in Paradise, Nevada, is the largest gaming company in the world, with yearly revenues $8.9 billion...
) and the state
Government of New Jersey
The government of New Jersey was established by the New Jersey Constitution of 1947, the current state constitution. It comprises three branches: the executive, headed by the Governor of New Jersey; the legislative ; and judicial, headed by the New Jersey Supreme Court.- New Jersey State...
owned Boardwalk Hall
Boardwalk Hall
Boardwalk Hall, formally known as the Historic Atlantic City Convention Hall, is an arena in Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States...
Convention Center broke causing cooled air and water to be cut off, both Caesars and Boardwalk Hall said they would remain open but Trump Plaza executives made the decision to close moving hotel guests to sister properties Trump Taj Mahal (also on the Boardwalk) or the Trump Marina (in the Marina District). This is the first time since the 2006 New Jersey State Government shutdown
2006 New Jersey State Government shutdown
The 2006 New Jersey state government shutdown was the first shutdown in the history of the U.S. state of New Jersey. The shutdown occurred after the New Jersey Legislature and Governor Jon Corzine failed to agree on a state budget by the constitutional deadline. Furthermore, Corzine and the...
that an Atlantic City casino was forced to closed.
Controversy
The complex was at the center of a major eminent domainEminent domain
Eminent domain , compulsory purchase , resumption/compulsory acquisition , or expropriation is an action of the state to seize a citizen's private property, expropriate property, or seize a citizen's rights in property with due monetary compensation, but without the owner's consent...
court case in the mid-1990s, when Trump Enterprises sought to obtain the property of Vera Coking
Vera Coking
Vera Coking is a retired homeowner in Atlantic City, New Jersey whose home was the focus of a prominent eminent domain case involving Donald Trump....
, a retired
Retirement
Retirement is the point where a person stops employment completely. A person may also semi-retire by reducing work hours.Many people choose to retire when they are eligible for private or public pension benefits, although some are forced to retire when physical conditions don't allow the person to...
homeowner whose house was adjacent to Trump Plaza. (picture) In Coking vs. C.R.D.A., Donald Trump, and Trump Plaza, Mrs. Coking was victorious, and plans to build a limousine
Limousine
A limousine is a luxury sedan or saloon car, especially one with a lengthened wheelbase or driven by a chauffeur. The chassis of a limousine may have been extended by the manufacturer or by an independent coachbuilder. These are called "stretch" limousines and are traditionally black or white....
parking lot
Parking lot
A parking lot , also known as car lot, is a cleared area that is intended for parking vehicles. Usually, the term refers to a dedicated area that has been provided with a durable or semi-durable surface....
on her property were thwarted. After her death in 2009, Trump Plaza purchased the property and built the parking lot.
TrumpOne Card
Trump Plaza and Trump Taj Mahal have a comp card similar to most casinos. The club has four levels:- TrumpOne: Free to all members age 21 and older.
- Executive: 4,000 tier points in a calendar year required.
- Chairman: 10,000 tier points in a calendar year required.
- Signature: 80,000 tier points in a calendar year required.