 When billionaire entrepreneur Kirk Kerkorian decided to build a new MGM
Grand Hotel (the original has become Bally's Las Vegas), he set out to create something not only unique to Las
Vegas, but to the world. Something worthy of the name of one of the most successful entertainment companies in
modern history. The 5,009-room, $1 billion resort went from idea to reality in just three years, and today stands
proudly over one of the most trafficked intersections in the world, directly across from the Tropicana and New
York-New York hotels.
 This "city of entertainment"
incorporates so much, from dining to resort amenities to megashows to sports events that it approximates a big-budget
film. Bright colors and spectacular facades front some of the best dining, shows and services to be found in Las
Vegas. Hungry? You have choices that range from the nouveau tastes of Wolfgang Puck to the classic flavors and
atmosphere of the Brown Derby, not to mention the acclaimed Coyote Cafe. Their showrooms and Grand Garden Arena
have hosted everything from Bette Midler to heavyweight boxing to NBC's "Tonight Show" to EFX, the dazzling
musical starring Tommy Tune. And famed discotheque Studio 54 parties on at MGM, with all the glitz and glamour
of its namesake.
There's much, much more to see at the MGM Grand, including an amusement park and
a world-class spa. Like any big city, the MGM builds its strength from details and diversity. Visit often, and
discover them all.
- Number of rooms:
5,005
- Average room rates:
$59.95-$369. Room rates in can fluctuate widely and change without notice.
- Casino size: 171,500
sq. ft. Casino Games include Blackjack, Roulette, Craps, Pai Gow Poker, Pai Gow, Caribbean Stud and Let It Ride,
Slots, Baccarat, Keno, Sportsbook, and Megabucks.
- Restaurants: Five
fine dining restaurants: The Hollywood Brown Derby, Dragon Court, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, Gatsby's and
La Scala; five cafes: Rainforest Cafe, Wolfgang Puck Cafe, Tre Visi Cafe, Mark Miller's Coyote Cafe and Grill Room
and Benninger's Cafe; Three casual restaurants: Ricardo's, Studio Cafe and Grand Buffet; a new mediterranean grill:
Neyla; and a food court.
- Entertainment: Studio
54 Nightclub. Grand Theatre with "EFX", starring Tommy Tune. The MGM Garden, a 15,200-seat special events
center capable of housing championship boxing, concerts, sporting and other special events. The Hollywood Theatre,
a 630-seat theatre for concerts and comedy. Catch a Rising Star, a comedy club at the Center Stage Cabaret. The
new Lion Habitat features multilevel areas for the pride lions to play and interact with the public.
- Pool: Yes, there
are five interconnected swimming pools, three large whirlpools, a relaxing river, lush tropical landscaping, bridges,
fountains and waterfalls.
- Health Club: Yes
- Spa: Yes, a 13,500
square-foot spa for men and women featuring everything from herbal body wraps to a state-of-the-art fitness center.
- Shops: Studio Walk
(a 115,000 square foot shopping promenade), Star Lane Shops (a variety of shops and an arcade), MGM Grand Adventures
shops, Front Page News Stand, Grand Spirits, MGM Grand & Co. and the Paul Addi Beauty and Barber Salon.
- Wedding Chapel: Yes
- Convention rooms:
Yes, a 50,000 square-foot Premier Ballroom, 62,000 square-foot Grand Ballroom/Exhibit Hall, 5,000 square-foot Vista
Ballroom, more than 30 breakout rooms, two boardrooms, and more than 50,000 square-feet of pre-function space.
- Business Center:
Yes
- Room service: Yes
- Amenities:
The MGM Grand Adventures Theme Park features 33 acres of rides, shows, themed
streets, entertainment, restaurants and shops. The park features the SkyScreamer, the world's tallest SkyCoaster
thrill ride. Four lighted tennis courts and a full-service beauty salon.
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