A significant change for the gaming establishment that had been located on a riverboat for almost thirty years was recently marked by Century Casinos’ grand launch of its new land-based casino and hotel in Caruthersville, Missouri. In addition to offering updated gaming possibilities, the new, larger facility has a wide range of amenities that are intended to attract more visitors from Missouri and the surrounding states.
Expanded Gaming and Entertainment Options
The new 26,000-square-foot casino now boasts 599 slot machines and nine live table games, representing a significant 50% increase in gaming capacity compared to the temporary location. This upgrade includes a restaurant, bar, and 74 hotel rooms, offering a well-rounded experience for guests. Co-Chief Executive Officers of Century Casinos, Erwin Haitzmann and Peter Hoetzinger, expressed their enthusiasm for the completion of the transformation. “The new resort will provide much improved and more convenient entertainment experiences, and we look forward to attracting customers from further into Missouri, Tennessee, and Arkansas,” they stated.
The company invested $51.9 million in this development, which was funded through VICI Properties Inc. VICI now owns the property improvements at Caruthersville, making it part of the company’s triple-net master lease agreement with Century Casinos’ subsidiaries.
The transition to a land-based facility addresses the operational challenges posed by the Mississippi River’s fluctuating water levels. Century Casinos had previously operated from a temporary pavilion while construction was underway on the new resort. Moving the casino onto solid ground is expected to provide greater stability and consistency in operations. Lyle Randolph, Managing Director and General Manager at Century Casino Cape Girardeau, noted the benefits of the land-based setup. “We needed to update the facility, get it off the river. Here we can be a little more stable,” he explained.
This new destination resort aims to capture more guests from surrounding regions, making Caruthersville a key part of Century Casinos’ regional expansion strategy. With a modern gaming floor, enhanced amenities, and stable ground operations, the revamped Century Casino & Hotel Caruthersville is set to become a prime entertainment attraction.
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