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Ocean Casino Resort’s HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub Receives Worldwide Recognition for Safety and Fun

Published: December 2024

The beat of the bass, the vibe of the crowd, and the flash of the lights are all key to an unforgettable nightclub experience. Your security, however, is likewise a major concern when heading out for a night on the town.

Luckily, at Ocean Casino Resort’s HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub, you never have to sacrifice a sensational time for your own personal safety. Our unmatched taste in performers combined with our strict security measures mean that you can truly lose yourself to dance without having to worry about anything else.

HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub is so secure and spectacular, in fact, that we’re one of two clubs on Earth to receive the International Nightlife Association’s Triple Excellence award for safety. Plus, we’ve once again landed on their list of the world’s 100 best clubs—and we’re even closer to the top than last year!

About The International Nightlife Association

The International Nightlife Association (INA) is the world’s largest reviewer and representative of entertainment venues. They’re partnered with the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and scour the globe in search of the best:

  • Restaurants
  • Bars
  • Nightclubs
  • Lounges
  • Sky bars
  • Beach clubs
  • Similar spaces

The INA is focused on promoting safety, quality, and excellence within nightlife venues. In essence, they have the final word in determining which spots are worth checking out and which are better skipped—much like the famous Michelin guide does for food. 

This year, they’ve bestowed a few glowing accolades on HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub.

The Triple Excellence Award and The World’s 100 Best Clubs

The INA’s Triple Excellence Award recognizes the world’s safest clubs. As mentioned, only two venues have ever received the honor—and the other is on the other side of the globe in Australia. 

To judge safety within nightlife spaces, the INA audits clubs’ security measures while looking out for:

  • Licensing – The INA checks that all staff have the proper credentials for their jobs—including security, servers, performers, and more.
  • Detection – Metal detectors, pat-downs, and other pre-entry security screenings are on the list of search measures to maximize guest safety.
  • Prevention – A carefully-tuned sound system protects your ears against damage. Measured entry policies prevent overcrowding. StopTopps, covers designed to go over the mouth of an open glass, prevent anyone from tampering with drinks.
  • Ethics – Discrimination, violence, and scamming are all off the table at Triple Excellence venues.

These are but a few of the factors the INA looks out for to ensure everyone who enters a Triple Excellence-awarded club leaves safe and happy—but maybe a little sore from dancing so long.  

When the INA decides on their global top 100 clubs list, they consider fun, safety, and a variety of other concerns to make their rankings. This year, HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub earned the 13th spot worldwide—a few notches up from our previous position of 16th in 2023. This coveted ranking puts HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub ahead of nightlife venues in the world’s most infamous clubbing destinations, including:

  • Ibiza, Spain
  • Las Vegas
  • Miami
  • Brazil
  • London
  • Germany

We’re thrilled with our position on this year’s rankings—but we’re always thirsty for more. Check back in 2025 as we dance our way even closer to the number-one spot!

HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub: A Can’t-Miss for Nightlife Lovers

HQ2 Nightclub and Beachclub is two world-class venues packed into one. Let’s start steps away from Atlantic City’s renowned boardwalk at HQ2 Beachclub. Step onto the sand, and you’ll find the perfect outdoor entertainment venue packed with:

  • Six private bungalows
  • A dozen day-beds
  • More than 30 VIP sections
  • Over 45,000 square feet of party space

After you’ve danced the day away at HQ2 Beachclub, recharge and get ready for even more fun at HQ2 Nightclub. Choose between the main floor and the mezzanine to watch famous DJs spin their magic, meet new people, and groove until the early hours of the morning. 

The party starts late at HQ2 Nightclub and goes until we say it stops—so plan on coming after 11 PM. Oh, and remember to dress fashionably. As one of the world’s leading nightlife venues, we like to keep our space as classy as we do safe.

Ocean Casino Resort: Next-Level Nightlife, Superb Stays, and So Much More

Ready to spend your days dancing at HQ2 Beachclub and your nights vibing out at HQ2 Nightclub? Luckily, you don’t have to worry about making the long journey home after having the best time of your life. 

With thousands of highly-rated hotel rooms and suites available just a short walk away from our entertainment venues, you can go from dancing to relaxing within minutes. Or, if you want to test your chances on slots, machines, or table games, our casino is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

From the nightlife to the gaming floor, the hottest dining spots, and more, the fun never ends at Ocean Casino Resort.