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The MGM Grand in Las Vegas Just Got a $300-million Refresh—Take a First Look Inside
The full transformation, slated for completion by year's end, gives nod to the disco era without being overtly Studio 54 (think: crisp white linens to snuggle under vs. Bianca Jagger's white horse). While the Spring Mountains views remain the same, the Gensler-designed overhaul reimagines the iconic Las Vegas property with a bold palette balancing neutral tones with chambray, navy, and slate alongside walnut, eclectic carpeting and tailored headboards. A pool table in MGM Reno's two bedroom marquee suite.
MGM Resorts International A premier city view suite in MGM Reno.
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When you're not basking in the fabulous 800-square-foot terrace of the MGM Terrace Suite, don't miss the astronaut décor in the foyer. Beyond the Terrace Suite, the overall remodel adds 111 new suites to the MGM Grand portfolio, bringing the resort's total to 753, and builds on previous upgrades to the 700-room Studio Tower, completed in 2022.
Ranging from 675 to 2,572 square feet, the new suites aim to blend luxury with livability. Interiors also combine dark ebony with sheer roller shades, plush sectional sofas, and reimagined layouts that offer privacy, multi-use spaces, and elevated touches like quartz bathroom benches and illuminated mirrors. A one bedroom suite inside MGM Reno.
MGM Resorts International
In the case of the 1,500-square-foot two-bedroom Skyline Marquee Suite, the elevated touches also include a billiards table overlooking The Sphere Las Vegas. First to pocket the 8-ball gets treated to tickets to the Backstreet Boys?
All rooms include upgraded bathrooms with walk-in showers, integrated illuminated closets, blackout drapery, wall-mounted smart TVs, and bedside charging stations. Minibar units also include guest-use refrigerators. Living room area inside an executive king suite.
MGM Resorts International
While there is ample couch space to spread out on to luxuriate in each of the new accommodations, it's best not to limit oneself to their luxe accommodations. The overhaul is just the start of a wave of new offerings at the storied Sin City casino resort.
The renovation dovetails with other new experiences coming to MGM Grand, including Netflix Bites, a new dining concept inspired by hit Netflix shows, and Palm Tree Beach Club, a tropical day club from DJ Kygo's Palm Tree Crew.
Bookings for the newly remodeled rooms officially open July 30. The remaining phases of the main tower remodel will roll out through the end of the year.
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