Hard Rock Casino Vancouver

Updated June 11, 2025

New changes for Hard Rock Casino Vancouver in Coquitlam, B.C …

## Hard Rock Casino Vancouver (Now Great Canadian Casino Vancouver): What to Expect in Coquitlam

If you’re searching for Hard Rock Casino Vancouver, you’re looking for the same property that is now branded as Great Canadian Casino Vancouver at 2080 United Boulevard, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6W3. Canadian Entertainment

This guide covers what’s on-site (gaming, dining, live shows), how to get there by transit, and what details are most likely to trip people up—based only on verifiable sources.

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## Quick facts (so you don’t waste time)

– Current name: Great Canadian Casino Vancouver (formerly Hard Rock Casino Vancouver). Canadian Entertainment
– Address: 2080 United Blvd, Coquitlam, BC V3K 6W3. Canadian Entertainment
– Open 24/7 (property listing): “Open 24-7.” BC
– On-site theatre: A 1,100-seat venue (“The Show Theatre”) for concerts and comedy. BC
– Minimum age: 19+ to gamble in British Columbia (and under-19s are not allowed to enter gambling venues). of British Columbia

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## What it is (and what it isn’t)

This is a large, purpose-built casino and entertainment complex in Metro Vancouver’s Tri-Cities area (Coquitlam). It’s not downtown Vancouver, and it’s not a “quick pop-in” spot if you’re relying on last-minute transit with a show ticket in hand. The payoff is that it combines gaming + a theatre + multiple food options in one place. Canadian Entertainment

It’s also a property where the branding has changed recently, so some maps, blogs, and booking pages may still show “Hard Rock.” The operator’s own announcement confirms the rebrand effective December 2023. Canadian Entertainment

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## Gaming floor: what you can actually play

The official destination page spells out the headline numbers and formats:

– Slots: “Over 920” slot machines, with stakes starting at $0.01 and including high-limit options. Canadian Entertainment
– Live table games: Includes Baccarat, Roulette, Blackjack, plus named variants (e.g., Double Deck Blackjack, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, Four Card Poker, Face Up Pai Gow, Mississippi Stud). Canadian Entertainment
– Table-game hours (published):
– Mon–Thu: 10AM to 4AM
– Fri 10AM to Mon 4AM (continuous through the weekend)
– The same page notes hours may be subject to change. Canadian Entertainment
– Electronic table games / “Stadium Gaming arena”: 42 interconnected machines with live dealer formats listed (Craps, Roulette, Baccarat, Ultimate Texas Hold’em). Canadian Entertainment
– Poker: The poker room offers Texas Hold’em (explicitly stated). Canadian Entertainment

### Practical, non-obvious tip
If you’re planning around table games specifically, don’t assume “24/7 tables” just because the building is listed as open 24/7. The casino publishes separate table-game hours. Canadian Entertainment

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## Live entertainment: the theatre angle matters here

CasinosBC’s listing highlights the on-site venue and positions it as a core feature. BC
On the operator site, it’s presented as The Show Theatre inside the complex, with an events listing. Canadian Entertainment

If you’re choosing between a casual casino night and a “full” night out, show nights are the difference-maker: arrival flows, restaurant demand, and parking patterns typically shift (even if you don’t gamble).

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## Food & drink: what’s confirmed on the operator site

The destination page lists multiple dining brands and links to menus/reservations:

– Gordon Ramsay Burger (on-site concept). Canadian Entertainment
– Asylum (menu sections include show/late-night, appy hour, brunch; reservations via OpenTable). Canadian Entertainment
– Chopsticks Noodle House (Asian noodle/rice/soup focus). Canadian Entertainment
– Rock House Grill (breakfast, lunch, dinner). Canadian Entertainment

Asylum’s OpenTable listing also states:
– Live entertainment Friday & Saturday
– Appy Hour Sun–Thu 7–9 pm
– Group bookings of 10+ have minimum spend and 18% automatic gratuity

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## Getting there: transit details people usually miss

You have a few viable transit approaches, but the last leg matters.

Moovit lists nearby stops and lines, including:
– Nearest bus stop: Eastbound United Blvd @ Schooner St (~3 min walk / 169 m).
– Bus lines shown stopping near the casino: 159 and 791.
– SkyTrain context: Moovit references the EXPO LINE and shows Sapperton Station as a nearby station (with a long walk estimate).

If you’re coming from elsewhere in the region, Rome2rio also shows there can be a direct bus option on some routings (example endpoints differ based on where you start).

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## Rules, safety, and responsible gaming (BC-specific, verified)

British Columbia’s government page is explicit:
– You must be 19+ to gamble in BC, and people under 19 are not allowed to enter gambling venues. of British Columbia
– Commercial gambling in BC is managed by BCLC for the provincial government. of British Columbia

If you’re traveling with a mixed-age group, this is the detail that can derail plans. The venue isn’t a neutral “entertainment complex” for under-19s—it’s a regulated gambling venue. of British Columbia

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## Outdated-data flags (important for this specific listing)

– Name/branding: “Hard Rock Casino Vancouver” is outdated branding; the operator announced rebranding to Great Canadian Casino Vancouver, effective December 2023. Expect older articles/maps to use “Hard Rock.” Canadian Entertainment
– Hours: The casino publishes table-game hours and notes they may change, so confirm day-of if you’re planning around specific games. Canadian Entertainment

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## Internal links (can’t be added without guessing)
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Two high-intent anchor placements that usually convert well for this topic:
– “Where to stay near Coquitlam & the Tri-Cities (transit-friendly bases)”
– “Vancouver nightlife: live music venues beyond downtown”

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