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November 2008 Gaming News
VOalley View Casino Breaks Ground on Ultra-Luxury Hotel
n October 20th Valley View Casino broke ground on its Four Diamond all-suite casino hotel. San Pasqual Casino Development Group Inc. CEO and President Joe Navarro, Valley View Casino General Manager Michael Gorczynski and San Pasqual Tribal Chairman Allen Lawson led the ceremonial rst steps of construction.
Surrounded by the natural beauty of North San Diego County, the hotel will be the perfect getaway for casino guests who appreciate upscale travel. Designed by JMA Architecture Studios, the hotel will feature 161 suites, including sixteen 1,000 square foot luxury suites and one 2,000 square foot penthouse suite, all stylishly appointed with the plushest amenities. e hotel will also feature a luxurious 5,000 square foot spa; 3,500 square foot tness center; in nity edge pool with cabana service; a lobby bar and lounge; gift shop; event center and a new Asian concept restaurant. e hotel is scheduled to open in early 2010.
”Breaking ground for our hotel is an exciting step in our expansion process,” said Joe Navarro. “We have already achieved excellence in the gaming, dining and entertainment arenas. Now we are going to take our commitment to guest service and excitement and create a luxury casino hotel that will be unmatched in San Diego.”
e pending hotel marks the third major expansion project for Valley View Casino. In December of 2007 Valley View Casino completed a $114 expansion of the casino adding additional gaming and dining space. In June 2008 construction began on its smoke-free casino addition and live poker room that will open on December 19, 2008. For more information please call 1-866-view-win or go to valleyviewcasino.com.
(Front to back) San Pasqual Tribal Chairman Allen Lawson, San Pasqual Casino Development Group Inc. CEO and President Joe Navarro and Valley View Casino General Manager Michael Gorczynski break ground on San Diego’s newest ultra-luxury hotel
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