In June, MGM Resorts International began charging for parking at 12 properties in Las Vegas as part of a $90 million plan to meet consumer demands and 'significantly improve the parking experience,' according to a company news release. Yourison noted that most entertainment venues around Tampa Bay charge for parking, and other casinos across the nation do, as well. The Seminole Tribe of Florida, which operates seven casinos in the state including the Hard Rock, typically takes in more than $2 billion in annual revenue from its gambling operations. But she declined to say whether the new parking fee was needed to pay for it. Another says the casino is 'taking the fun out of going.'Ĭasino spokeswoman Nikki Yourison said the Hard Rock plans to improve security in its garages by adding officers and better lighting. 'Guess they weren't getting enough money from the machines,' reads one Facebook post from Friday. Many have taken to social media to express their frustration.
The Boyers aren't the only people unhappy about the new charge, which went into effect Aug. 'This is kind of the icing on the cake,' he said.
