MGM Grand Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas

General Information

The MGM Grand certainly lives up to its name, not only in sheer size, but also in its vast offerings. The hotel provides a wide variety of things to do and see - a world of entertainment, dining and relaxation, both by day and night. The grandness starts outside, with the 100,000-pound, 45-foot-tall bronze lion statue sits atop a 25-foot pedestal – the largest bronze statue in the U.S. MGM Grand has spacious and sleek guestrooms, more than a dozen restaurants, over 170,000 square feet of gaming, a magnificent Spa with 20 Zen-inspired treatment rooms and some of the hottest nightlife in Las Vegas.

Rooms & Accommodation

5,034 rooms. Live large. At 446 square feet, the deluxe rooms at MGM Grand are more spacious than the average room in Las Vegas. The amenities also speak to a grander lifestyle, offering discerning guests the ultimate in elegance and comfort. Relax and unwind on the ultra comfortable double pillow top mattresses. Decorated in a classic motif, all Grand Tower Rooms boast custom black and white marble bathrooms, thick cotton towels, roomy closets, safes, and wireless high-speed Internet access.

Design rules. For guests looking for a more non-traditional Las Vegas experience, the West Wing sets the standard. A showcase of contemporary design, these sleek, stylish accommodations offer a modern alternative. The clean design is complemented by flat screen TVs in the bedroom and embedded in the bathroom mirror, DVD player, Bose Wave radio alarm clock, and stay in touch with convenient 2-line telephones. Relax and enjoy the extra large tiled shower with shower head and shower wand. Even the King-size beds and crisp linens make a strong design statement.

Standard room amenities include:

• Internet access - wireless / high speed (surcharge)
• Cable/satellite Television with Pay movies
• Air conditioning & Climate control
• Telephone with Voice mail
• Rollaway beds
• Hair dryer
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Iron/ironing board
• In-room safe
• Clock radio
• Desk
• Video-game console

Activities

• State-of-the-art fitness center with cardiovascular and weight equipment
• MGM Grand Spa facilities include steam rooms, saunas, whirlpools and relaxation lounge
• The exclusive Shadow Creek Golf Course available for guests
• Studio 54 Nightclub
• Tabú Lounge & Centrifuge
• Stroll the luxurious shops along Studio Walk, visit Star Lane Shops on the lower level of the main lobby, or explore the shopping outlets located throughout MGM Grand.
• MGM Grand Hotel & Casino delivers a maximum gaming experience with all your favorite table games like poker and blackjack to slot machines, and an exclusive VIP lounge.

What to do

• KÀ by Cirque du Soleil is an unprecedented theatrical event. A masterpiece in storytelling, KÀ uses acrobatic performances, the thrills and action of martial arts techniques from all over the world, plus innovations in puppetry and multimedia to tell the epic tale of twins on a perilous journey to fulfill their shared destiny.
• Direct from the Crazy Horse Cabaret in Paris, MGM Grand presents Crazy Horse Paris. A first for American audiences - and Las Vegas - Crazy Horse Paris celebrates the beauty and sensuality of women. Witness sexy perfected as beautiful dancers combine sensuous choreography, stunning light displays, and film to portray the female form as art.
• The MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to concerts, championship boxing and premier sporting and special events.
• The intimate 740-seat Hollywood Theatre is home to world class entertainment and internationally acclaimed shows nightly.
• To honor the lion and help safeguard its preservation for future generations, MGM Grand Hotel and Casino has created a one-of-a-kind Lion Habitat as a showcase for public education and appreciation for this majestic creature of nature.

Pool and Beach

• Tropical oasis. Sunbathers paradise. Whatever you call it, the Grand Pool Complex is the most elegant swimming and sunbathing experience in the world. You have your choice from 5 shimmering swimming pools and three relaxing whirlpools. Or sit back and enjoy a ride down the meandering river. Like any exotic paradise, the Grand Pool Complex is surrounded by lush foliage, bridges, fountains and waterfalls. Its your own island getaway. For your pleasure, the Grand Pool Complex is open February through November, with a minimum of one pool and one whirlpool open 7 days a week

Dining

• Nobhill Tavern is The ONLY hip and fresh gathering place for classic cocktails and Michael Mina’s interpretation of modern American tavern fare.
• Pearl serves cuisine with an essence of the Canton and Shanghai provinces, prepared utilizing the four Chinese cooking methods: steamed, braised, baked and fried.
• Wolfgang Puck - Here, you’ll find a unique interpretation of California cuisine prepared with a new spirit. The combination is best described as beachfront bistro meets classic bar and grill.
• Craftsteak usesng the purest ingredients and a philosophy that simpler is better. While this famous steakhouse offers mainstays like Kobe Beef, it also tempts your taste buds with veal, salmon and lobster dishes.
• Joël Robuchon - Known around the world as "Chef of the Century," legendary French Chef Joël Robuchon has come straight out of retirement to open his very first French restaurant in the United States.
• FiAMMA Trattoria and Bar at MGM Grand features modern Italian cuisine served in sleek, sexy surroundings.
• SEABLUE - Inspired by the bustling ports and marketplaces of the Mediterranean, the innovative restaurant’s two lively open kitchens prepare seafood over a wood-fired grill.
• Shibuya offers Japanese cuisine and features freshly prepared ingredients, stellar sushi, and the widest sake selection this side of the Pacific.
• Diego - Traditional recipes hand-picked from the Mexican countryside create the foundation for Diego’s bold menu.
• Emeril’s serves a fresh and distinctive blend of Creole/Cajun specialties
• A culinary cross-section of Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Korean and Vietnamese, the Grand Wok satisfies your craving for Asian cuisine.

MGM Grand also offers a number of cafes and quick eateries including the Rainforest Cafe, Cabana Grill and MGM Grand Buffet.