LAS VEGAS—El Cortez Lodge & On line casino introduced a $20 million property-wide growth that may embody the addition of a brand new high-limit lounge, two new bars, a brand new restaurant, and a Starbucks espresso store. The on line casino plans to start renovations this summer time, with the ultimate part of the growth set to be unveiled in early 2025.
Taking care to protect the classic enchantment that guests have come to count on from the property, the design of every new venue has been crafted to mirror the vitality of El Cortez. These new additions come on the heels of the property’s $30 million renovation to the unique 47 rooms, tower premium rooms, and casino-floor bogs lately.
“We’re thrilled to unveil our newest growth challenge, which represents a major milestone for El Cortez and the group of downtown Vegas,” stated Kenny Epstein, CEO and chairman at El Cortez Lodge & On line casino. “These enhancements arrive at a pivotal second of heightened demand from each locals and guests to Fremont Avenue. We’re excited to proceed to raise the visitor expertise with these additions, guaranteeing each go to is crammed with consolation, comfort, and timeless hospitality.”
The challenge will embody increasing the on line casino’s footprint by 10,000 sq. toes and renovating 4,000 sq. toes of the prevailing on line casino flooring. The brand new high-limit lounge will supply seclusion and an elevated gaming expertise. As a part of the growth, the property will debut two new bars, together with a roulette bar and a present bar that includes a 20-foot by 10-foot display screen that may play black and white movies and reside sports activities motion. El Cortez can even welcome a Starbucks espresso store opening in June 2024 and the fashionable Asian meals idea, Scorching Noods by Chinglish, opening in early 2025.
The growth is being led by McCarthy Constructing Corporations, Ike Gaming, JIVE Structure, and inside design agency, Kenneth Ussenko Design who’ve teamed up to make sure every of the brand new areas embraces the property whereas including trendy particulars and vitality to take the expertise into the subsequent technology.
“The design workforce is honored to assist pave the way in which for a vibrant future at El Cortez; an icon of Las Vegas with such magnificent historical past”, stated Christopher Knotz, associate at Jive Structure.
“We’re grateful to associate with such an skilled workforce who understands the importance of this funding for downtown and the El Cortez Lodge & On line casino,” stated Ross Edwards, senior vice chairman at McCarthy Constructing Corporations. ”We’re not simply centered on assembly expectations; we’re dedicated to exceeding them and guaranteeing an ideal expertise for everybody who walks via the property’s doorways.”