Travelers looking for an exotic paradise need look no further than the south end of the Las Vegas strip, where the Mandalay Bay shimmers like a freshly-minted gold coin. This tropical paradise sprawls over sixty acres and combines a laid-back vibe with a bit of Las Vegas glamour.
The Mandalay Bay offers 3,309 rooms in a variety of sizes and configurations, from 550 square feet to over 2,000 square feet. The Vista suites, located on the 31st, 32nd, and 33rd floors, offer a 180 degree view of the city. The rooms are sleek, stylish, and designed with the discerning and sophisticated traveler in mind.
The pool area at the Mandalay Bay is much more than just a place to take a quick dip. The Mandalay Beach is located on eleven acres and boasts a wave pool, lazy river, three pools, and a real sand beach. The Moorea Beach Club is a European-style, 21-years-and-older outdoor pool area that offers a Miami flair and topless sunbathing. The Moorea Beach Club and Mandalay Beach offer cabana rentals, day beds, bungalows, and villas for luxurious poolside action. A poolside casino and restaurant offer a great place to escape the heat.
The Mandalay Bay boasts a staggering twenty-two restaurants, offering everything from a fine dining experience to a quick hamburger. Red Square, one of Mandalay Bay's signature restaurants, offers Russian delicacies along with international fare. Restaurants offering a casual dining experience include the House of Blues, the Border Grill, and the Noodle Shop.
The gaming area of Mandalay Bay is huge at 135,000 square feet and offers a multitude of gaming experiences including poker, roulette, blackjack, craps, let it ride, and slots. There are daily poker tournaments in the non-smoking poker room.
There's so much to do and see at this Las Vegas property, guests never have to leave. Any self-respecting hotel on the strip has a shopping area and Mandalay Bay is no exception. Shops include Davidoff cigars, Fredrick's of Hollywood, and MAX&Co. Tired of lugging shopping bags around? The Mandalay Bay's tropical theme is showcased in the Shark Reef Aquarium, which is home to several varieties of sharks, giant rays, endangered sea turtles, piranha, jellyfish, and crocodiles. The 1.6 million gallons of seawater holds 2,000 animals.
The tranquil bathhouse spa at Mandalay Bay features slate walls, marble floors, and flowing water throughout. This European-style spa is the place for a massage, facial, sauna, or healing therapeutic bath. The Spa Mandalay is much larger, at 30,000 square feet, and offers a wide variety of spa treatments. The gym at Mandalay Bay offers state-of-the-art-equipment, which offers the perfect counterbalance to the twenty-two restaurants onsite.
The Mandalay Bay truly is a city within a city. The excitement at this tropical paradise never ends, but there are plenty of tranquil places for deep relaxation as well.
