By Isabel Prontes
Tunica is located in Tunica County, Mississippi. It is alongside the Mississippi River, and it is becoming a gambling hub with casinos that draw in tourists from around the southeastern U.S. If you are planning to visit this growing casino destination, it is a good idea to be aware of some of the area's finest hotel accommodations.
Sheraton Casino and Hotel
The Sheraton Casino and Hotel in Tunica is a luxurious accommodation that is composed entirely of suites. There are 134 guest suites, all of which are airy and spacious and come with amenities including jacuzzi, king-sized bed (complete with pillow top mattress), blow dryer, security safe, 25-inch screen cable television, Pay-Per-View films, high speed wireless Internet access (for a nominal fee), coffee maker and refrigerator.
Sheraton Casino and Hotel
1107 Casino Center Dr.
Tunica resorts, MS 38664
Tel: (800) 391-3777
Gold Strike
The Gold Strike Casino resort Hotel in Tunica is a comfortable accommodation that has beautiful guest rooms and suites, all of which come with marble bathrooms, flat screen televisions, armoires, writing desks, high speed wireless Internet access and club chairs. The hotel offers exciting and convenient amenities including a spa (including body wraps, massages and facials), outdoor heated swimming pool and an extensive fitness center.
Gold Strike Casino Resort
1010 Casino Center Dr.
Tunica Resorts, MS 38664
Tel: (662) 357-1111
Treasure Town Inn
The Treasure Town Inn in Tunica has a convenient location just on the Casino Strip. It is just a few short minutes away from the lively excitement of all of the casinos, but it still has a tranquil, rustic and almost country-style ambiance. It is near many of the town's attractions, including dining and shopping, an aquarium, museum, park and recreational complex. The guest rooms come with cable television and free local phone calls. The Treasure Town Inn is pet-friendly and allows pets to stay in the rooms.
Treasure Town Inn
5320 Casino Strip Resort Blvd.
Robinsonville, MS 38664
Tel: (662) 357-0011
Bally's Tunica
Bally's Tunica is a casino and hotel with a comfortable atmosphere. It is a calming retreat with hospitality and a homey flair. There are 238 guest rooms at Bally's Tunica, all of which include amenities such as tubs (complete with massaging jets), refrigerators and coffeemakers. Some of the other features of Bally's Tunica include a full-size outdoor swimming pool with free towel service, hot tub, sun deck and lovely green surroundings.
Bally's Tunica
1450 Bally's Blvd.
Tunica Resorts, MS 38664
Tel: (800) 382-2559
Once Upon a Time
The Once Upon a Time Bed and Breakfast in Tunica is a rustic and quaint inn with the appearance of an idyllic southern cottage. This is a warm and relaxing bed and breakfast that awakens guests with the aroma of brewing coffee and a full southern breakfast. Guests to this accommodation receive free frozen ice cream snacks and soft drinks without any extra charge. The guest rooms come with gorgeous antique armoires, large televisions, queen-sized beds and easy access to a roomy side porch.
Once Upon a Time
1149 Main Street
Tunica, Mississippi 38676
Tel: (662) 363-3217
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
