Dry Creek Rancheria and Caesars Entertainment on Monday announced that they recently broke ground on a joint project to turn River Rock Casino into Caesars Republic Sonoma County in California. The partnership was launched when Dry Creek Rancheria selected Caesars Entertainment as development and management partner for the new integrated resort.
Citizens led the project financing with Gaming and Leisure Properties serving as the lead real estate financing partner. Dry Creek Rancheria is owned and operated by the Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians,
Caesars Republic Sonoma County is located off Highway 101 and sits above the Alexander Valley Vineyards near the Russian River.
“Breaking ground on Caesars Republic Sonoma County marks a monumental moment for Dry Creek Rancheria,” said Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians Chairman Chris Wright. “This partnership with Caesars Entertainment represents more than just a new chapter in our casino’s story; it’s a bold leap into the future for our tribe and our community.
“Together, we are creating a world-class resort experience that blends the natural beauty of Sonoma County with premier gaming, hospitality and entertainment. We are proud to work alongside Caesars, Citizens and GLPI to bring this vision to life and elevate our economic and cultural legacy. This project is a powerful step forward and we are eager to share it with the region and beyond.”
The resort casino will feature a new casino floor with more than 1,000 slot machines and 28 table games. The destination also will house a new 100-room hotel with a luxury spa, pool and fitness center.
“On the heels of a successful launch of Caesars Republic in Lake Tahoe, we couldn’t think of a better place than Sonoma County to continue the brand’s expansion,” said Caesars Entertainment President and Chief Operating Officer Anthony Carano. “We’re excited to partner with Dry Creek Rancheria to bring this incredible destination to life and offer a new, elevated and unique experience for our guests to indulge in, right in the heart of wine country.”
Caesars Republic Sonoma County’s food and beverage lineup will include a steakhouse, an upscale cafe, an Asian concept and an elevated quick-service option. Guests also will be able to enjoy a fireside bar, sports bar and the resort’s dedicated wine bar, which will have an outdoor deck providing views of the valley.
“We are proud to be initiating a long-term relationship with Dry Creek Rancheria in our role as the lead real estate financing partner for Caesars Republic Sonoma County,” said GLPI Chairman and CEO Peter Carlino. “We are also delighted to expand our long-term relationship with Caesars Entertainment. “GLPI’s involvement in this project is consistent with our underwriting and coverage criteria as well as our focus on aligning with and supporting our tenants, who are the industry’s leading regional gaming operators. Caesars Republic Sonoma County represents an exciting opportunity to develop a world-class destination in the heart of California’s iconic Sonoma Valley wine region.”
Caesars Republic Sonoma County will be part of Caesars Entertainment’s Caesars Rewards network. Guests who stay and play at the resort can earn and redeem credits at any of Caesars Entertainment’s more than 50 destinations across the country.
