The California Hotel and Casino, also known as The Cal opened in 1975 at a cost of $10 million with a Hawaiian-themed hotel and casino located in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada near the Fremont Street Experience. When it opened it had 325 rooms which has since been expanded to 781.
The California has been owned by Boyd Gaming Corporation since it was built in 1975. In 1994 and additional tower was added and the remainder of the hotel was remodeled. The property is connected to Main Street Station by an enclosed walkway.
The Fremont Street Experience is located in the heart of downtown, directly outside the Fremont Casino. This world-famous venue is home to Viva Vision, the largest LED screen in the world. Experience free concerts, special events, and roaming street performers throughout the year.