However, days before the scheduled grand opening, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast, destroying the casino and damaging the resort. The resort was constructed in 2005 and originally scheduled to open on September 1 of that year. It is owned by Gaming and Leisure Properties and operated by Bally's Corporation, under franchise from Hard Rock International. The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Biloxi is a casino and resort in Biloxi, Mississippi, United States.
