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Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas

Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino

Luxury hotel-casino Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is one of the most famous hotels and casinos in Las Vegas. It's been operating since the late 1990s of the twentieth century and offers visitors entertainment for every taste and the highest quality service.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Overview

Hotel and entertainment complex Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino consists of a vast casino, luxury hotel, conference center, restaurants, bars and cafes, its own private beach, shopping center, a concert hall, and more.

The hotel and entertainment complex Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is located in Las Vegas at 3950 Las Vegas Boulevard. It is close to the international airport McCarran in the southern part of the Las Vegas Strip. Near the Mandalay Bay casino, there is the Luxor Resort pyramid.

History of Mandalay Bay Casino

  1. The history of Mandalay Bay Casino started in 1995 when Circus Circus Enterprises (now Mandalay Resort Group) purchased the hotel-casino Hacienda, which had been operating since 1956. Some time later, the casino was closed and demolished.
  2. In three years, the hotel and entertainment complex Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino was built. Initially, it should've been called Project Paradise, and its creators were going to open it in a Hawaiian style. However, during the construction, the plans have changed.
  3. The Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino was opened in March 1999. Several years later, a second hotel called THEhotel was constructed.
  4. In 2005, Mandalay Resort Group was purchased by the industry giant MGM Mirage.
  5. In 2012, MGM Mirage announced the future reorganization and rebranding of THEhotel. Already in 2013, the hotel was renamed Delano Las Vegas, but at the time of writing, its name remained the same.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

Mandalay Bay Gambling

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino has a huge casino, covering an area of more than 12,500 square meters (135,000 square feet). It offers a wide selection of games:

More than 2000 different types of slot machines with a coin value from $ 0.01 to $ 100, baccarat, blackjack, craps, and roulette.


There are also VIP halls with much higher betting limits and additional services for the High Roller.

Mandalay Bay Casino holds tournaments between its clients. All visitors can participate in the loyalty program M Life, guaranteeing multiple benefits to regular players.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino also has a poker club, where you can play for money or participate in tournaments. At certain hours, the club provides free training sessions.

Sports betting lovers can also visit the Mandalay Bay Sports Book.

Another casino works directly on the beach, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. It is called the Beachside Casino, and it occupies three floors. The casino hall is separated from the pool by huge glass windows. You can enter in the beachwear. The dealers and waitresses working in the Beachside Casino are also dressed in this way.

Double Room at Mandalay Bay Hotel

Mandalay Bay Hotels

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino has three hotels: the actual Mandalay Bay Hotel, THEhotel and the Four Seasons Hotel. Each room offers a variety of classes, details of which can be found on the official website of the hotel and entertainment complex. Mandalay Bay has more than three thousand three hundred rooms.

Restaurants Mandalay Bay

Mandalay Bay Restaurants

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a paradise for gourmets. It has more than two dozen restaurants, several bars, and cafes:

  • Aureole (American cuisine),
  • Burger Bar (burgers for every taste),
  • Border Grill (Mexican cuisine),
  • Charlie Palmer Steak (steak house),
  • Citizens (American cuisine),
  • House of Blues (dishes from around the world to the blues in live performance),
  • Fleur (exotic dishes, elegant presentation),
  • Kumi (Japanese cuisine),
  • Hussong's Cantina (Mexican cuisine),
  • Lupo (Italian cuisine),
  • Mizuya (sushi bar),
  • Alain Ducasse Mix (French and American cuisine),
  • Noodle Shop (oriental),
  • Raffles Cafe (tropical meals),
  • Rx Boiler Room (American and international cuisine),
  • Red Square (Russian and European cuisine),
  • RM Seafood (land and sea),
  • Ri Ra Irish Pub (authentic Irish pub),
  • Seabreeze (pizza, ice cream, and juices),
  • Slice of Vegas (pizzeria),
  • Stripsteak (steakhouse),
  • THEcafe (cozy cafe),
  • Verandah (Mediterranean cuisine).

You can find a detailed description of all restaurants at the Mandalay Bay Resort website. There is also information about on-site bars and eateries.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, of course, offers food delivery to the room. Service is also available on the beach.

Beach Mandalay Bay

Other Entertainment

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino has many nightclubs. International celebrities often perform there. Throughout the years, the Mandalay Bay hosted Chicago, Mamma Mia!, The Lion King musicals. Since the beginning of 2013, the guests have enjoyed the sensational view of Michael Jackson: One.

House of Blues can accommodate more than 1,800 guests. Famous blues and jazz artists often perform there.

Beach Mandalay Beach occupies an area of about four and a half acres. It offers visitors three heated swimming pools, a separate children's pool, an artificial river with a waterfall, and numerous attractions, including rides, bars, restaurants, and even a casino.

In the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, you can also visit the Shark Reef aquarium.

The hall of Mandalay Bay Events Center holds world-class boxing matches, prestigious award ceremonies, beauty contests, and other grand events.

Mandalay Place Mall is between the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino and the Casino Luxor.

Entertainment in Mandalay Bay

Contacts

Contact the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino by phone: 1-877-632-7800 (free for USA and Canada).

Official site of Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino: www.mandalaybay.com. You will find there all necessary information about the complex, can book a suite in the hotel and learn about upcoming events.

Conclusion

Despite the vast competition in the entertainment area of Las Vegas and the continuous development of the industry, the hotel and entertainment complex Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino remains one of the best in the city. We do not doubt that visiting it will be an unforgettable experience.

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Frequently asked Questions

🎲 What gaming options are available at Mandalay Bay Casino?

Mandalay Bay Casino offers a comprehensive array of gaming options to suit various preferences. The casino floor spans over 135,000 square feet and features more than 1,200 slot and video poker machines, with denominations ranging from a penny up to $100. For those who prefer table games, you'll find classics like blackjack, craps, roulette, and baccarat. There are also several poker variants available. The casino also includes a dedicated poker room and a high-limit slot machine area for guests seeking higher stakes and a more exclusive experience. Additionally, a full-service race and sports book is on-site for those interested in betting on sporting events.

🃏 Does Mandalay Bay Casino have a poker room, and what are its hours?

Yes, Mandalay Bay Casino has a dedicated poker room. It typically operates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM, Wednesday through Monday, and is closed on Tuesdays. The room offers both Limit and No Limit Texas Hold'em games. It's a smoke-free environment with 10 tables, and amenities include auto-shufflers, currency exchange, cocktail service, and TVs. Daily tournaments are usually held, with buy-ins varying.

💰 What kind of high-limit gaming can I find at Mandalay Bay Casino?

Mandalay Bay Casino caters to high-stakes players with a dedicated high-limit slot machine room. This area provides a more private and exclusive setting for those who prefer to play with higher denominations, and it comes with its own cashier for convenience. Beyond slots, certain table games within the main casino may also offer higher minimums during peak times, and there's a specially designed Lotus Room for VIP guests that might offer a high-limit experience for certain games.

💲 How can I earn rewards for playing at Mandalay Bay Casino?

Mandalay Bay Casino participates in the MGM Rewards program, which is a loyalty program for all MGM Resorts properties. You can earn MGM Rewards Points and Tier Credits by playing your favorite slots, video poker machines, and table games. These points can be redeemed for various perks, including free slot play, discounts on hotel stays, dining, and entertainment. As you accumulate Tier Credits, you can advance through different tiers (Sapphire, Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Noir), unlocking increasing benefits such as complimentary room upgrades, priority check-in, exclusive event invitations, and dining credits. You can sign up for the MGM Rewards Players Club at a booth on the casino floor or online through the MGM Rewards website. There is also an MGM Rewards World Elite Mastercard that allows you to earn points on everyday purchases, further accelerating your rewards.

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