The main highlights of the renovation are the new Caesars Sportsbook and World Series of Poker Room, which will open to the public this fall. Harrah’s Aims to Become a Preeminent Sports Betting Destination The final goal is to create a top-tier resort near the city’s French Quarter. The $325 million project includes a 340-room hotel tower, extensively redesigned interiors, and exteriors, and new culinary offerings. Caesars Entertainment has announced that its planned renovation of Harrah’s, the only land-based casino in New Orleans, is going according to schedule.