El Cortez completed its $7 million renovation of the old Ogden House and is reopening the property as a boutique hotel called the Cabana Suites.

The new approach to the property features a state-of-the-art fitness center and upscale boutique-style rooms with 42-inch flat-screen televisions and custom-designed furniture.

“It’s part of a transition to a new attitude throughout the area,” said Alex Epstein, project coordinator of the Cabana Suites. “Until you see it for yourself, you won’t know what to expect.”

As part of the new attitude, the Cabana Suites will be more artistic, drawing on inspiration from the nearby arts district. Artwork from local artists will be displayed throughout the property.

“There are a lot of exciting changes happening Downtown, and we want to be apart of that,” Epstein said.

Another component of the expansion will include a new pool that will be coming soon.

Epstein said the Cabana Suites project will add value to the El Cortez, and hopefully attract more people to stay Downtown, particularly those who are design-savvy.

“Downtown and Fremont Street and Fremont East are all getting better and better,” Epstein said. “We want to take advantage of that.”

By Casino Connection Staff