Iowa: Facing new casino in Cedar Rapids, Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo is betting on itself

Thursday, April 2, 2026 2:14 PM
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  • Meta Hemenwat-Forbes, The Courier

With deep Cedar Valley roots, a vibrant tourism community and decades of customer loyalty, the Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo brings a lot to the table.

And in the face of the long-challenged construction of a new casino less than an hour away, Isle officials say they’ll continue leaning into and further building those strengths.

“For nearly two decades, Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo has been the go-to destination for fun and entertainment in the Cedar Valley. With our unmatched experience, expanding amenities, ongoing property upgrades, best-in-class Caesars Rewards program and a team that delivers exceptional service every day, we’re energized and excited to keep raising the bar as one of Iowa’s premier casino and hotel destinations,” Chad Moine, Isle vice president and general manager, said in a statement to the Courier.