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La Ciotat (sometimes ‘La Ciutat’ or ‘Ceutat) is a French commune in the department of Bouches-du-Rhone in the region Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur. Locals are called Ciotadens. The town has several attractions demonstrating a rich history. Some noteworthy ones include the ruins of Fort Saint-Pierre on Green Island, Freedom Square, and the Hotel Grimaldi-Regusse, now a historic monument, dating back to the 17th century. There are several churches and chapels dating back several centuries. Look for the annual festival ‘Once Upon A Time in 1720’, taking place over three days, commemorating the period when the plague struck Marseilles Provence back in the 18th century.

Gaming

The casino offers 72 slot machines coming in denominations as low as one cent, and going up to $2. Try one of the Megapot slots, with a progressive jackpot connected to several casinos across France. You might be the next big winner. Table games include 1 blackjack table (minimum $2), 2 English roulette wheels (minimum $1), 2 SeaView cash game tables ($50 - $250) and 2 Texas Hold’em Poker tables (minimum $50). The casino has a bar on site which serves drinks and snacks, and is open daily from 10:30 am to 3 am (4 am on weekends and holidays).

Hotel/Accommodations

There are no hotels on site. At just 0.9 km from the casino you can find the La Rotunde, a 2 star hotel located steps from the port and about 500 m from the beaches. Other nearby attractions include the shipyards, marina, the Creeks of La Ciotat and the Calanques of Marseilles. The hotel provides 31 rooms (15 with balconies) equipped with free wireless internet access and flat screen televisions. Speak to staff to gather information about all the attractions throughout the city, great eateries and fun bars nearby.

Dining

Dine in the Hotel Horizon, open evenings (except Sundays and Mondays) from 8 pm. Reservations are recommended. Enjoy meals on the terrace at Roche Belle, a small house adorned with Virginia creeper. Mediterranean specialties are dished up in Le Bistrot de Jef. Gourmet cuisine can be found in La Ville Madie, while upstairs is La Petite Cuisine, serving comfort food. For more options, have casino or hotel staff point you in the direction of those places popular with locals and tourists.

Attractions/NightLife

Enjoy drinks in the casino bar or try Bar L’Abri Cotier, over by the marina, L’Aspalte with its rock and jazz music, Yacht Club Sur les Quais, a warehouse club, or Bar Cristal and Lounge, a local pub over by the port. During the day visit the remains of Forts Berouard Saint-Antoine (from 1648) and Fort Saint-Pierre, on Green Island. For history and culture, there’s the Museum of Old La Ciotat, the Municipal Theatre and Eden Theatre. Religios sites include the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption (1603), the chapels of Saint Joseph, St John and the Chapel of the Holy Cross. Other attractions include the Octagonal Tower (remnant of the former convent of the Ursulines), the Grimaldi-Regusse (17th century) and Freedom Square. More tourist-geared places include Figuerolles Creek, Green Island and Parc du Mugel.

Rewards/Deals

The casino uses the Players Plus programme. Use your card to collect points during slots play. Members receive exclusive invitations to concerts and promotions and can get select discounts. Ask staff for further details.