Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa

What Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa does

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is a tribal gaming resort located in Catoosa, Oklahoma, off historic Route 66, owned and operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment, LLC under the Cherokee Nation tribal enterprise. The property operates as an integrated destination resort combining 2,300+ electronic games and 50+ table games with two hotel towers (Hard Rock Tower and Cherokee Tower), six dining venues ranging from the Carvers on 19 upscale steakhouse to quick-service options, the 2,700+ seat Hard Rock Live concert venue, an 18-hole Cherokee Hills Golf Club, a 15,000+ sq ft meetings and events complex, and a resort pool complex. Underlying technology consists of conventional casino management systems, the One Star Rewards loyalty platform spanning 10+ CNE properties, a property management system, SONIFI in-room entertainment, and iOS/Android mobile applications — none of which represent proprietary or differentiated technology assets.

Revenue is generated across seven streams: gaming operations (the core, transaction-fee model on slots and table games), hotel accommodations (subscription-style room revenue), food and beverage across multiple venues, ticketed entertainment and live events, meetings and events space rental, retail/merchandise through the Rock Shop, and golf operations. Pricing varies by tier and day of week, with concert tickets ranging from $19.50 to $99.50+, buffet pricing from $11.99 to $33, and room rates that vary by date and room type. Customer acquisition is primarily direct-to-consumer via walk-in traffic from the Tulsa metro and regional drive market, supplemented by online hotel booking, online ticket sales, the One Star Rewards mobile app, and Cherokee Nation Tourism cross-promotion. Named partners include Hard Rock International (brand licensing), Baha Mar and cruise lines (loyalty perks), SevenRooms (restaurant reservations), and SONIFI (in-room entertainment). The company employs 267 people (likely understated) and has no disclosed funding history, as it is wholly owned by Cherokee Nation.

Name

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa

Legal name

Cherokee Nation Entertainment, LLC

Website

https://hardrockcasinotulsa.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is a Cherokee Nation Entertainment-owned tribal gaming resort in Catoosa, Oklahoma, offering 2,300+ electronic games, 50+ table games, hotel rooms, dining, a 2,700-seat concert venue, golf, and meetings space to regional Tulsa-metro leisure, gaming, and entertainment customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Casino Resort & Hospitality

NAICS

Casino Hotels (721120), Casinos (except Casino Hotels) (71321), Gambling Industries (7132)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury Casino Hotels (THAGAJAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Convention & Events Casino Hotels (THAGAJAK), Tribal/First Nations Casino Operations (MPAEAAAD)

Keywords

• Casino gaming services
• Hotel accommodations
• Live entertainment venue
• Resort dining
• Meetings and events

Headquarters

HQ city

Catoosa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Gaming Operations: Core revenue from 2,300+ electronic games (slots, video poker, e-games) and 50+ table games including roulette, Texas Hold'em, Ultimate Texas Hold'em Progressive, and Big O poker. Includes poker room operations and tournament events.
2. Hotel Accommodations: Revenue from hotel rooms across Hard Rock Tower and Cherokee Tower including Standard King, Standard Double Queen, King Suite, Double Queen Suite, Cherokee Suite, and Rock n' Roll Suite. Check-in 4PM, check-out 11AM.
3. Food & Beverage: Multiple dining venues including Carvers on 19 (fine dining steakhouse), HWY 66 Diner, The Eatery buffet, Food Court with BRGR & CHKN, Dough Mama's, Rise Coffee & Bakery, and Perfect Cup coffee shop. Revenue from cover charges, food sales, and alcohol.
4. Entertainment & Ticketed Events: Hard Rock Live venue hosting major concerts with ticket sales ($19.50-$99.50+ per show). Multiple entertainment venues including Track 5., Riffs bar, Amp Bar, Replay sports bar, and DAQ 5 daiquiri bar. Sponsorships and private event bookings.
5. Meetings & Events: Convention and event space rentals including Sequoyah Ballroom (15,000+ sq ft), Multi-Purpose Room (6,700 sq ft), Grand Hall of the Cherokees (4,800 sq ft), and outdoor event space. Includes catering services.
6. Retail & Merchandise: Rock Shop retail merchandise including Hard Rock branded apparel, souvenirs, collectibles. Photo ops and memorabilia experiences.
7. Golf Operations: Cherokee Hills Golf Club - 18-hole championship golf course, golf tournaments, and pro shop.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa operates an integrated casino resort featuring 2,300+ electronic games and 50+ table games, hotel accommodations across the Hard Rock Tower and Cherokee Tower, multiple dining venues including the upscale Carvers on 19 steakhouse, a 2,700+ seat Hard Rock Live concert venue, additional entertainment bars and lounges, Cherokee Hills Golf Club, a resort pool complex, and 15,000+ sq ft of meetings and event space. The property is operated under the Hard Rock International brand license by Cherokee Nation Entertainment, LLC.

Product overview

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is a casino resort operated by Cherokee Nation Entertainment featuring an integrated hospitality portfolio. The property offers gaming with 2,300+ electronic games and 50+ table games as its core offering, complemented by hotel accommodations across two towers (Hard Rock Tower and Cherokee Tower) with rooms ranging from Standard King to luxury suites. Dining includes six venues: Carvers on 19 (upscale steakhouse), HWY 66 Diner (retro Route 66 diner), The Eatery (buffet), Food Court (BRGR & CHKN, Dough Mama's, Rise Coffee & Bakery), and Perfect Cup (Starbucks café). Entertainment venues include Hard Rock Live (2,700-seat concert venue), Track 5. (country/Red Dirt music), Riffs Bar (classic rock), Amp Bar (rock tribute), Replay Sports Bar (51 TVs), and DAQ 5. (daiquiri bar). Amenities encompass Cherokee Hills Golf Club (18-hole championship course), resort pool complex (12,000 sq ft deck), Rock Shop (merchandise), Memorabilia Tour, and Body Rock fitness center. The Sound of Your Stay program provides in-room music via Crosley turntables (Wax), curated playlists (Trax), and Fender guitars (Picks). One Star Rewards is the loyalty program with Status+ launching soon. Meeting and event facilities include the Sequoyah Ballroom, Grand Hall of the Cherokees, and Multi-Purpose Room totaling over 26,000 sq ft.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• One Star Rewards: Loyalty rewards program for casino patrons offering points, tiered benefits (Vinyl, Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum), and exclusive promotions.
• Hard Rock Live
• Rock Shop
• Sound of Your Stay
• Body Rock
• Cherokee Hills Golf Club
• Sequoyah Ballroom
• Track 5.
• Amp Bar
• Riffs
• Replay
• DAQ 5.

Products and services

• Gaming Floor (Slots and Table Games) Casino gaming floor featuring 2,300+ electronic games including slots, video poker, and e-games, plus 50+ table games such as roulette, blackjack, craps, and poker variants including Texas Hold'em, Ultimate Texas Hold'em Progressive, and Big O. Includes a dedicated poker room with tournament play.
• Hard Rock Tower Hotel Rooms Hotel rooms and suites in the Hard Rock Tower including Standard King, Standard Double Queen, King Suite, and Double Queen Suite. Rooms feature SONIFI playlist systems, complimentary WiFi, and ultramodern furnishings.
• Cherokee Tower Suites Luxury suites in the Cherokee Tower including the 3-bay Cherokee Suite with jetted tub and dining for eight, and the Hollywood-inspired Rock n' Roll Suite with champagne and Bedre Chocolates.
• Carvers on 19 Steakhouse Upscale steakhouse located on the 19th floor offering prime steaks, curated wines, and over 70 bourbon and whiskey selections with panoramic Tulsa views. Voted Tulsa World's Best in the World 2025 for Best Fine Dining, Best Casino Dining, Best Steakhouse, and Best Place For Dinner.
• HWY 66 Diner Retro Route 66-themed diner serving all-day breakfast, burgers, comfort favorites, and homestyle meals with rock-and-roll flair.
• The Eatery Buffet All-you-can-eat buffet featuring global flavors, fresh favorites, and weekend brunch. Includes BOGO Wednesday dinner promotions.
• Food Court (BRGR and CHKN, Dough Mama's, Rise Coffee and Bakery) Quick-service food court featuring burgers and crispy chicken at BRGR and CHKN, handcrafted pizzas and sandwiches at Dough Mama's, and artisan coffee and bakery items at Rise Coffee and Bakery.
• Perfect Cup Coffee Cafe Starbucks-branded coffee cafe serving espresso, cold brew, frappes, and handcrafted beverages with fresh pastries.
• Hard Rock Live Concert Venue 2,700+ seat concert venue hosting country, rock, and pop acts with state-of-the-art sound and lighting. Named 2020 Casino Theater of the Year by the Academy of Country Music and voted Tulsa's Best Live Entertainment Venue for five consecutive years.
• Track 5. Music Venue Country and Red Dirt music venue featuring line dancing, live performances, and Muddy Boots dance nights with free admission.
• Riffs Bar Classic rock and 1980s rock live music venue open daily at 4PM with live music Thursday through Saturday and free admission shows.
• Amp Bar Rock N' Roll tribute bar spanning all decades with live DJ sets and a towering amp centerpiece, open daily.
• Replay Sports Bar Sports bar with 51 TVs including two 103-inch screens, a sports ticker, and 12 beers on tap. Voted Tulsa's Best Sports Bar by Tulsa World's Best in the World 2025.
• DAQ 5. Daiquiri Bar Daiquiri bar featuring ice-cold, flavor-packed daiquiris with indoor and outdoor seating.
• Cherokee Hills Golf Club Championship 18-hole golf course welcoming all skill levels, offering golf tournaments, driving range facilities, and a pro shop.
• Rock Shop Retail Store On-site retail merchandise store offering Hard Rock branded apparel, souvenirs, collectibles, and memorabilia merchandise.
• Meetings and Events Space Over 15,000 sq ft of event space including the Sequoyah Ballroom (15,000+ sq ft, divisible into six sections), Grand Hall of the Cherokees (4,800 sq ft with LED walls), and Multi-Purpose Room (6,700 sq ft with built-in stage). Voted Tulsa's Best Banquet Facility 2025.
• Resort Pool Complex 12,000 sq ft pool deck featuring a 100-foot adult pool with Baja shelf and 15+ in-pool lounge chairs, a 9-person hot tub, daybeds, private cabanas, and fire pits.
• One Star Rewards Loyalty Program Multi-tiered loyalty rewards program offering points on gaming, dining, and hotel stays with tiers including Vinyl (entry), Gold (200+ points), Platinum, and Multi-Platinum. Top tiers include complimentary cruises, Las Vegas trips, and Baha Mar resort access. Integrated across 10+ Cherokee Nation Entertainment casino properties.

Quantifiable outcome

• Named Tulsa's Best Casino, Best Hotel, Best Fine Dining, Best Service and more
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and moderate.

• Baha MarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-Platinum One Star Rewards members receive complimentary annual stays at Baha Mar resort in the Bahamas, featuring first-class amenities, gourmet dining, and beach access. This is a flagship perk of the highest loyalty tier.
• Cruise Line PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMulti-Platinum and Platinum One Star Rewards members receive complimentary annual cruises for up to 10 days. CNE partners with cruise lines to provide vacation experiences as loyalty rewards.
• Cherokee Nation EntertainmentcoreOthersCNE is the owner and operator of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa. The property is wholly owned by Cherokee Nation and is part of the Cherokee Nation Businesses family of companies. CNE operates 10+ casino properties across Oklahoma and Mississippi.
• Cherokee Nation TourismmoderateGTM or Marketing PartnerCross-promotional partnership driving tourism to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa through Cherokee Nation's official tourism website (visitcherokeenation.com) and marketing channels.
• Other CNE Casino PropertiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of 10+ Cherokee Nation Entertainment casino properties (Tulsa OK, Tunica MS, West Siloam Springs OK, Roland OK, Fort Gibson OK, Grove OK, Ramona OK, Sallisaw OK, South Coffeyville OK, Tahlequah OK) participating in shared One Star Rewards loyalty program allowing point earning and redemption across all locations.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas: Sister property under the same Hard Rock International brand license with the Sound of Your Stay program, memorabilia collection, and concert venue. Same brand playbook, larger commercial-market context.
• Choctaw Casino & Resort - Durant: Major Oklahoma tribal casino resort operated by the Choctaw Nation with gaming, hotel, multiple dining venues, and a large entertainment arena. Closest scale and operating-model peer within the state.
• WinStar World Casino and Resort: Largest US tribal casino, also in Oklahoma and operated by the Chickasaw Nation. Directly comparable as a casino resort with gaming floor, hotel, dining, entertainment, and golf — competing for the same regional drive market.
• River Spirit Casino Resort: Tulsa-metro casino resort also operated by a tribal nation (Muscogee Creek Nation), with gaming, hotel, dining, and Margaritaville partnership. Head-to-head competitor within the same catchment area.
• Mohegan Sun: Tribal casino resort in Connecticut operated by the Mohegan Tribe with comparable gaming floor, hotel tower, concert arena, and multiple dining venues. Closest same-model peer outside Oklahoma.
• Foxwoods Resort Casino: Large tribal casino resort in Connecticut operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation. Comparable integrated casino/hotel/entertainment model and scale of gaming floor.
• Osage Casino & Hotel: Oklahoma tribal casino operator with multiple properties including Tulsa-area locations. Comparable tribal ownership structure, gaming-and-hotel offering, and local marketing focus.
• Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino: Tribal casino resort in New York operated by the Seneca Nation with gaming, hotel, dining, and entertainment. Comparable regional resort positioning, tribal ownership, and integrated resort model.

Broad incumbents

• MGM Grand Hotel & Casino: Large-scale commercial casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip with gaming, hotel towers, extensive dining, and entertainment venues. Broader portfolio operator but overlapping capability set across every vertical Hard Rock Tulsa competes in.
• Caesars Palace: Iconic Las Vegas casino resort under Caesars Entertainment with gaming, hotel, dining, and entertainment venues. Operates a national loyalty program (Caesars Rewards) that competes for the same regional gaming customer as CNE's One Star Rewards.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks2 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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