Leaders from the Muscogee Nation and Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises announced today a $100 million capital investment to build the Coweta Casino Hotel on 17 acres at the southeast corner of East 131st Street South and State Highway 51 in Coweta. The project will break ground in September 2024 and open in Spring 2026. The Coweta Casino Hotel will create 250 new jobs in the greater Tulsa region.
The 104,000 square-foot development features a 35,000 square-foot casino with 750 new, state-of-the art gaming machines. Additionally, the development will benefit regional tourism with an upscale, 46-room hotel with a pool, fitness center, concierge services, and a meeting and event space to accommodate as many as 150 guests.
“Investing in the City of Coweta represents a remarkable new chapter in our growing entertainment and hospitality legacy,” Principal Chief David Hill said. “We are proud to reclaim land throughout our historic reservation and this project adds to our significant economic development investments within the greater Tulsa region. The Coweta Casino Hotel will expand cultural tourism, create jobs and enhance the quality of life of our citizens.”
Plans for the Coweta Casino Hotel also include a raised center casino bar, full-service, 150-seat restaurant and private dining room. Externally, visitors will be welcomed by a 1,000-space, paved parking lot and a vibrant porte-cochère entrance.
“The significant capital investment of $100 million in this project underscores our dedication to providing best-in-class gaming and hospitality experiences. With each project, we are establishing a new era of luxury hospitality defined by innovation, sophistication and opulence,” said Pat Crofts, CEO of Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises. “The new Coweta Casino Hotel will not only elevate our entertainment offerings but will also provide a positive economic impact by creating 250 new jobs in the local community.”
Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises is dedicated to hiring and training local residents and tribal citizens. Careers opportunities include positions in management, gaming services, hospitality, food and beverage services, information technology, security, and facility maintenance.
"This project marks an exciting new chapter for our enterprise and the communities we serve,” said Andy Langston, COO of Muscogee Nation Gaming Enterprises. “The Coweta Casino and Hotel will be a premier destination, offering a variety of amenities to cater to all our guests' needs. Our team is dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience, from our state-of-the-art gaming floor to our high-quality dining and lodging options.”