“We don’t want to go back six months later and say we wished we had done (this),” Martinez said. He said purse strings have been loosened somewhat to add superior touches to the property. “We’ve been happy with the underperformance of Hollywood.” “Not knowing what the financial impact would be from Hollywood Casino (now known as Jamul Casino) opening (in 2016), we had to develop things still in the unknown,” Martinez said. In light of that, Martinez said Sycuan officials favored a more conservative budget early in the process. Sycuan’s expansion - which includes a large-scale pool complex with a lazy river, an all-ages and an adults-only pool with a swim-up bar, a day spa with eight treatment rooms, an events center, and multiple new dining concepts - comes amid the San Diego area’s casino ultra-competitive casino market. Experience a wide range of world-class dining options, including over 10 restaurants and bars, a full-service San Diego spa and salon and so much more! Soak in the beauty of East County with valley views, fresh air and all-day excitement and entertainment at Sycuan Casino Resort.(Alejandro Tamayo / San Diego Union-Tribune) Plan your next Playcation with us to discover your very own Retreat - the only 3 pool venue in San Diego complete with swim-up bar and lazy river. Plus, join Club Sycuan – our exclusive membership program that offers guests special discounts and casino rewards, including entertainment tickets, special gifts, exclusive discounts on casino restaurants, gift shops and more.

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