As of August 20th, 2024, Caesars Palace in Las Vegas has officially closed its poker room, a move that has left many poker enthusiasts concerned about the future of this iconic venue. The closure, confirmed by Caesars Palace, is part of a broader renovation project focusing on the casino’s high-limit slots area, which is adjacent to the poker room.
The closure, which began in mid-July, is expected to last between 60 and 90 days. During this time, the poker room’s space will be temporarily repurposed to house high-limit slot machines. This decision is driven by the higher revenue potential of slots compared to poker, particularly on a per-square-foot basis, making the shift financially advantageous for Caesars Palace.
While the closure is officially labeled as temporary, there are no concrete plans or guarantees regarding the poker room’s return once the renovation is complete. The casino has not yet designated an alternative location for poker games within Caesars Palace, nor has it confirmed if the poker room will resume operations in its original space after the high-limit slots area is fully upgraded.
In the interim, Caesars Palace has directed poker players to the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Hall of Fame room located across the street at Horseshoe Las Vegas, formerly Bally’s. This room is well-equipped to handle the overflow of players, boasting ample space and a prime location near the newly renovated Versailles Tower at Paris Las Vegas.
This closure follows on the heels of Caesars Entertainment’s recent sale of the WSOP brand, adding to speculation about the long-term future of poker at Caesars Palace. Although there is no direct connection between the sale and the poker room’s closure, the timing has fueled uncertainty among staff and players alike.
The Las Vegas poker community is closely watching these developments, hoping for more definitive news about the fate of one of the city’s most storied poker venues.
This situation continues to evolve, and updates will be shared as more information becomes available. For now, poker at Caesars Palace remains in limbo, with its future hanging in the balance as the casino’s renovation progresses.
