The public will get its first look at major renovations at Harrah’s Metropolis Casino & Hotel in Metropolis, Illinois, Wednesday through Sunday, November 19-23, including live music, special events and promotions.
The main lobby has been redesigned and updated, and a new restaurant, lounge, three new bars and a live entertainment stage have been added.
The one-level casino now offers more than 1,145 slots, including 300 new machines and all new video poker machines. The floor also features 27 table games, including roulette, 21+3 blackjack, craps with Fire Bet, Three-Card Poker, Bonus Let It Ride, Mini Baccarat with Dragon bonus and Texas Hold ‘Em live poker with tournaments on Thursday nights. A new World Series of Poker room also has opened.
Brad Hirsch, senior vice president and general manager, said, “Harrah’s Metropolis has long served as an entertainment center for southern Illinois. With the addition of a new restaurant and lounge as well as upgraded gaming area, we will continue our tradition of providing guests with the region’s premier hospitality and entertainment experiences. Following months of hard work, our team is looking forward to introducing our frequent guests as well as new friends to this first-class facility.”
Metropolis Mayor Billy McDaniel added, “Harrah’s Metropolis Casino & Hotel has definitely become an indispensable part of the community and has played a vital role in the growth of Metropolis since opening the doors in 1993. The city is excited for the new Harrah’s Metropolis casino and looks forward to the positive changes they are bringing with the new facility.”
