Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa Unveils Over $65 Million in Resort Enhancements

TAMPA, Fla. (January 23, 2025) – Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa unveiled over $65 million in resort enhancements designed to elevate the guest experience. The exciting upgrades rolled out this month, with Fresh Harvest Buffet reopening and the new gaming area unveiling on Thursday, January 23, and newly renovated smoke-free hotel rooms available for booking now.
 
“We are extremely excited about taking our world-class resort to yet another level,” said Steve Bonner, President, Seminole Hard Rock Tampa. “We’re always attentive to what our guests want and need. They asked and we delivered.”
 
The Comeback: Fresh Harvest Buffet Returns with New Additions
 
Fresh Harvest Buffet is back and better than ever at Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, reopening on Thursday, January 23 with exciting new additions to elevate the dining experience for guests. The fan-favorite buffet will offer an irresistible mix of classic favorites and fresh new flavors.
 
The reopening of Fresh Harvest Buffet is a significant milestone for Seminole Hard Rock Tampa, creating 200 new jobs and bringing the total number of team members at the casino resort to an impressive 4,293. As one of Tampa Bay’s largest employers, the casino resort continues to play a vital role in the local community.
 
Guests can indulge in a culinary journey through six live-action kitchens, each offering themed stations such as American Bounty, Cucina Italiana, and the all-new International Station, featuring a taqueria, kebabs, and sushi.
 
Buffet Hours and Pricing
 
Fresh Harvest Buffet will initially operate exclusively from Thursday to Sunday, offering a range of dining options to suit every occasion.
 
On Thursdays and Fridays, the buffet will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., with lunch served from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and dinner from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
 
On Saturdays and Sundays, brunch takes center stage from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring gourmet selections such as create-your-own omelets, oysters Rockefeller, French toast, and eggs benedict, all for $44.95 per person. Guests can also elevate their experience with a mimosa drink package for $15 per person. Dinner is served on Saturday and Sunday evenings from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
 
Buffet pricing starts at $29.95 per person for lunch on Thursdays and Fridays. Weekday dinners are available for $39.95 per person on Thursdays, while weekend dinners are priced at $49.95 per person Friday-Sunday.
 
With its expanded offerings and elevated atmosphere, Fresh Harvest Buffet is the ultimate destination for food lovers ready to savor it all.
 
Hot New Slots: Premium Gaming Area
 
Also starting Thursday, January 23, guests can experience a revamped gaming area in the space formerly occupied by the food court. This exciting new gaming floor features nearly 350 state-of-the-art slot machines with a dynamic mix of popular themes and the latest gaming innovations.
 
Machines are multi-denomination, allowing guests to tailor their gaming experience. Whether you enjoy classic favorites or the latest releases, the new gaming area provides endless excitement in a fun, modern atmosphere.
 
With its sleek, modern design and welcoming atmosphere, the new gaming area provides an exciting environment for players to enjoy the very best in entertainment. Step in and let the winning begin!
 
The new gaming area offers machines with denominations ranging from 1 cent to $5, with max bets up to $100.
 
Some of the popular games that will be available in the new area include Aristocrat’s Phoenix Link, Lightning Dollar Link and Dragon Link; Light & Wonder’s Huff N’ Even More Puff Hard Hat Edition, Huff ‘N Puff Money Mansion, Journey To Planet Moolah, Coin Trio Royal and Big Hot Flaming Pots; IGT’s Money Mania; and Sega Sammy’s Railroad Riches. Dragon Link slot machines have been especially lucky, with 10 jackpots of $1 million or more hit in 2024 alone.
 
“After introducing live craps, roulette, and sports betting just over a year ago, we believe the new slots area just adds to the fully integrated casino experience for our guests,” said Bonner. “Last month, we celebrated $2 billion in jackpots for 2024, so clearly this is the luckiest place to be!”
 
Smoke-Free Luxury: The Renovated West Tower
 
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel is slated to offer an impressive 802 guestrooms by the end of January, with many available to book now. Among the offerings are newly renovated smoke-free accommodations in the West Tower, where 240 rooms, including Deluxe Rooms, Junior Suites, and the lavish Gold Suite, have been meticulously updated to elevate the guest experience, proudly maintaining Seminole Hard Rock Tampa’s AAA Diamond rating.
 
Celebrating the brand’s iconic music heritage, each floor of the West Hotel Tower showcases new artwork crafted from vinyl records, uniquely portraying several of the world’s most renowned and cherished contemporary musical artists.
 
For the most up-to-date hotel offerings, visit the website here.
 
About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is one of the largest and most successful casinos in the world offering award-winning gaming, hospitality, and entertainment. The casino offers nearly 5,230 of the hottest slot machines, 168 table games (which includes eight craps tables and 16 roulette tables), a state-of-the-art Poker Room featuring 46 tables and a smoke-free Mezzanine Level Casino. The 802-room hotel is AAA-Four-Diamond-rated and proudly offers 13 restaurants, including upscale dining venues Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, The Rez Grill, and Cipresso, as well as the classic guest favorite Fresh Harvest Buffet. Amenities include the 1,500-seat Hard Rock Event Center, which hosts some of the nation's hottest entertainers and must-see concerts; a 60,000-square-foot pool deck area with three pools and 19 cabanas; as well as the luxurious Rock Spa® & Salon. The resort is located off I-4 at North Orient Road and Hillsborough Avenue, about 10 minutes east of downtown Tampa. For more information, please call 866-502-PLAY or visit us online and via Facebook, X and Instagram.
 
About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in nearly 75 countries spanning more than 300 locations including owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia with more than 88,000 pieces displayed at locations around the globe. The Unity by Hard Rock™ global loyalty program rewards members for doing the things they love across participating properties. In addition, Hard Rock Digital spotlights the sports betting and iGaming experience with products remixed in the spirit of Hard Rock for players worldwide.