Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol

Overview

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol is operated by Hard Rock International in Bristol — the unique twin city that straddles the Virginia-Tennessee state line, with State Street literally dividing the two states. The property opened in October 2024 as Virginia's third commercial casino and is one of the newest major casino openings in the United States. Bristol has long been known as the "Birthplace of Country Music" and the Hard Rock integration with music theme and entertainment aligns naturally with the city's cultural identity.

The Bristol casino serves a tri-state market (Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina) from the mountains of Southwest Virginia — a region that has faced significant economic challenges following coal industry decline. Tennessee has no commercial casino gaming and western North Carolina's nearest casino is Harrah's Cherokee in the Smoky Mountains.

Gaming & Hotel

2,700+ gaming positions including slots and table games. A luxury hotel and Hard Rock Live music venue provide complete resort amenities. The property has been designed with Bristol's country music heritage as a thematic anchor for the entertainment programming.

Getting There

Located in Bristol, VA 24201, at the Virginia-Tennessee border on US-11E. Approximately 20 miles from Johnson City, TN and 60 miles from Kingsport, TN. Free parking available.