In 1977, Caesars purchased the hotel and announced it would renovate the 11-story, 425-room structure and add seven floors to the building, expanding the room count to 548, plus a 52,000 sq.ft.

Despite the governor of New Jersey's demands, the Casino Control Commission allowed Caesars to use the Howard Johnson building due to it being relatively new construction.

A 1985 expansion of the property included the erection of the Circus Maximus Showroom, replacing the smaller Cabaret Theater.

Throughout the late 1990s and 2000s, Caesars expanded the Roman theme to the exterior, which originally had an art deco look.

They include the Boardwalk Saloon, which is a bar with convertible indoor/outdoor seating, and a fast food outlet, Guy's Bar-B-Que Joint.

It features a live show, an East Coast production of "Italian-American Psychedelic", Superfrico restaurant, and cocktail bars.

A 1985 expansion of the property included the erection of the 1600-seat Circus Maximus Showroom, replacing the 440-seat Cabaret Theater.

Both venues have hosted names such as Carrie Underwood, Diana Ross, Liza Minnelli, Mary J. Blige, Buddy Hackett, Ann-Margret, Paul Anka, Lionel Richie, Tina Turner, Donny and Marie Osmond, and Celine Dion.

The 8,500 square foot nightclub was owned and operated by The Dusk Management Group, and was built with the design concept of concentric circles, on three levels.

Philadelphia native Adam Goldstein (aka DJ AM) was a part owner who also performed at the club.