Settled at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip is the magnificent “seaside” resort Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The AAA Four Diamond award winning hotel is owned and operated by MGM Resorts International.

Set on over 60 acres Mandalay Bay is one of the largest Las Vegas hotels and it offers fine dining, unparalleled luxury, renowned entertainment and gaming excitement in Las Vegas.

The 43 story lush, tropical themed resort offers all the comforts of home in a relaxed ambience.

The Hotel

A quick step inside the luxury resort will take you to the resort’s lobby with its square columns, marble floors and an aquarium.

To make your stay a memorable one, there are over 3,000 luxurious rooms and suites that set the stage for relaxation and comfort.

Mandalay Bay’s accommodations range in size from 525 square feet to over 1,100 square feet and include options such as Deluxe Room, Bay Suite, Great Room Suite, Sky View Suite, Extra Bedroom Suite, X3 Suite, Vista Suite, Media Suite and the Hospitality Suite.

Mandalay Bay Deluxe King Room

Mandalay Bay Deluxe King Room

Each of the resort’s guestrooms and suites reflects a contemporary tropical ambiance with the perfect blend of comfort and style. All the luxury essentials are at your fingertips, including elegant furnishings, floor to ceiling windows that provide terrific views of the surrounding, pillow top beds, complimentary WiFi and plasma TVs. The stone clad bathrooms feature relaxing soaking tubs, separate glass-enclosed showers and LCD TVs.

Entertainment

To further enhance the feeling of being in a luxurious hotel, there is a wide array of entertainment options available at Mandalay Bay. “Michael Jackson ONE,” combines Cirque du Soleil world class performances with the music of Jackson to create a one of a kind experience.

Michael Jackson One

Michael Jackson One

An eclectic mix of live music is available seven nights a week at the House of Blues. The Beach Concert Series are perfect for music lovers. Other property highlights include the open-air entertainment at the DAYLIGHT Beach Club and Light night club where DJs lead the charge and the ultimate theatrical nightlife can be experienced.

Mandalay Bay Beach is the resort’s renowned 11-acre aquatic playground where real sand, cabanas and day beds creates a refreshing oasis from the desert heat. You will be tempted to stay all day at the beach, plus the exclusive dipping pools and private pavilion at The Moorea Beach Club and the lazy river tops off the experience.

At Mandalay Bay, you will also have the chance to get up close and personal with over 2,000 animals, including several different types of sharks. For a little pampering, Spa Mandalay offers a relaxing oasis in its range of massages, body treatments and facials. The Shoppes at Mandalay Place offer 40 unique venues for you to shop until you drop.

Food and Drinks

Awaken your taste buds at one of the resort’s more than 20 restaurants. Mandalay Bay is home to one of the finest restaurants in the country, Aureole from Charlie Palmer’s. This resort serves seasonal dishes that incorporates quality beef and fresh seafood.

For some innovative Japanese cuisine, Kumi Japanese Restaurant and Bar offers a wide array of mouthwatering dishes from chef Toshiyuki Motoyama.

To add a little spice in your life, there is the modern Mexican restaurant Border Grill where authentic Mexican dishes such as chicken poblano enchilada, marinated Kobe beef and roasted corn tamales can be enjoyed from chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger.

Border Grill Las Vegas

Border Grill Las Vegas

This restaurant also has great views of the beach and pool as well as a relaxing outdoor bar that is perfect for sipping margaritas.

A unique dining experience can be enjoyed at Fleur where globally inspired small plates, are served at the restaurant’s dining room, lounge, bar or patio.

Some of the dishes on the menu, includes Maple Glazed Pork Ribs. Some of the resort’s other notable restaurants include Alain Ducasse miX, Stripsteak, Charlie Palmer Steak, Lupo, Red Square and RM Seafood.

There are also 15 bars and lounges at the resort for you to make the most of. This includes the seasonal Bikini Bar, Evening Call with its full cocktail menu, Eyecandy Sound Lounge where creative cocktails are designed by mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim in an elegant lounge setting and Fat Tuesday with its festive Mardi Gras atmosphere.

You can delight in live entertainment and exciting cocktail concoctions in the lavish atmosphere at miX Lounge. For some after-dinner cocktails, specialty coffees and desserts, Orchid Lounge has you covered. A cool and fun experience is available at the Minus 5 Ice Lounge along with ice sculptors and a selection of cocktails.

Veranda Lounge offers a Mediterranean atmosphere for you to enjoy a range of spirits and cocktails. The Mizuya Lounge, Rí Rá Irish Pub, 1923 Bourbon & Burlesque and Press are some of Mandalay Bay’s other bars and lounges.

The Casino

When Lady Luck beckons, you can enjoy a gaming experience that is second to none at Mandalay Bay’s exciting casino. The resort’s 135,000 square foot casino offers a tropical ambiance and exotic architecture, where you can enjoy a full selection of your favorite games.

Mandalay Bay Casino

Mandalay Bay Casino

This player’s paradise is one of the largest in Las Vegas and offers all the latest in slots and table games. At the casino you will find 120 tables where roulette, poker, blackjack, craps, and other exciting games can be found. If slots and video poker machines is your style, there are over 2,400 machines in the casino.

Mandalay Bay has a High Limit Slots Room with the finest amenities, and if you are a High-roller, you can enjoy the high stakes area. There is a full-service 300 seat race & sports book for you to make wagers on the latest race and sports games, while keeping track on the 17 giant screens.

There is a VIP Luxury Box at the race & sports book, where you and your group can make bets from the touch-screen monitor at your seat. The resort’s Lotus Room offers table side dining and a fine selection of table games including pai gow, poker and blackjack.

You can enjoy craps, roulette and blackjack at the Beachside Casino along with private living and crashing waves. Free poker lessons is also available Monday through Thursday at the casino.

A Final Word

With its enviable location on the Strip, Mandalay Bay offers luxury in a world beyond the ordinary on the Strip. This resort’s main appeal are its exciting nightlife and the 11-acre aquatic playground.