Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre Las Vegas Strip integrated resort owned by MGM Resorts International, operating 3,200+ rooms, a 2.1M sq ft convention center, casino, celebrity chef dining, Shark Reef Aquarium, and entertainment venues serving leisure travelers, convention groups, gamers, and sports tourists.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1999
- HeadquartersLas Vegas, United States
- Headcount5,001–10,000
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino does
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre integrated resort property on the South Las Vegas Strip, wholly owned and operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). The property operates 3,200+ hotel rooms and suites (ranging from 550 sq ft Resort Kings to a 5,610 sq ft Four-Bedroom Presidential Suite) across a 36-floor tower, supplemented by adjacent W Las Vegas and Four Seasons properties. Revenue is generated across six integrated streams: hotel accommodations (per-stay), casino gaming (1,200+ slot machines, table games, poker, and BetMGM sportsbook), food and beverage (celebrity chef concepts including Orla by Michael Mina, StripSteak, Libertine Social by Shawn McClain, and Border Grill), entertainment and ticketing (Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil, Michelob ULTRA Arena concerts, Las Vegas Aces games, Shark Reef Aquarium), meetings and conventions (2.1-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center hosting IMEX America), and pool/beach access (11-acre Mandalay Bay Beach, Moorea Beach Club, and the May 2026-launched Tailgate Beach Club). Pricing is per-stay/per-visit/unit-based with no disclosed subscription contracts at the enterprise level, though MGM Rewards provides tiered loyalty benefits including up to 35% off room rates.
The property's technology footprint is anchored by MGM Resorts International's shared infrastructure: the MGM Rewards loyalty platform, mobile app (iOS/Android), the BetMGM sportsbook integration (with Mandalay Bay positioned as BetMGM's on-property HQ), and direct booking via mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com plus toll-free phone reservations. Customer-facing technology includes the Undersea Explorer VR Theater at Shark Reef (36-seat motion-platform VR), OneTrust cookie consent integration for privacy compliance, and the gameSense responsible gaming program licensed from the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Distribution is omnichannel: direct website/app/phone, MGM Rewards loyalty, third-party OTAs and travel agents, dedicated group sales for conventions, and co-marketing partnerships with Avis, Southwest Airlines, Marriott Bonvoy, and Royal Caribbean.
Mandalay Bay serves four primary customer segments: leisure/vacation travelers (rooms, pool, dining, entertainment), business and corporate events (conventions, meetings, weddings using the 2.1M sq ft convention center), casino and gaming enthusiasts (table games, slots, BetMGM sportsbook), and entertainment seekers (Cirque du Soleil, House of Blues concerts, Michelob ULTRA Arena). The property also captures sports tourism via its adjacency to Allegiant Stadium (home of the Las Vegas Raiders). Recent operational developments include the May 2026 opening of Tailgate Beach Club (a Clique Hospitality concept), unionization of 130 front desk workers by Teamsters Local 986, and ongoing Shark Reef Aquarium operations as the only AZA-accredited facility in Nevada (over 3,400 animals, 21M+ visitors since 2000). Mandalay Bay does not disclose standalone revenue and is not independently traded; all financial reporting flows through its parent MGM Resorts International.
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
- Legal name
- Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
- Website
- https://mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1999
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 5,001–10,000 employees
- Short description
- Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre Las Vegas Strip integrated resort owned by MGM Resorts International, operating 3,200+ rooms, a 2.1M sq ft convention center, casino, celebrity chef dining, Shark Reef Aquarium, and entertainment venues serving leisure travelers, convention groups, gamers, and sports tourists.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Integrated Resort Hospitality and Casino
- NAICS
- Casino Hotels (721120), Casino Hotels (72112), Gambling Industries (7132)
- SIC
- Hotels & Motels (7011), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Integrated Casino Resorts (THAGAJAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Resort Convention Hotels (THAGALAC), Luxury Casino Hotels (THAGAJAI)
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Where Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Las Vegas
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D
Revenue model
- Hotel Accommodations: Revenue from room bookings including resort rooms (550 sq ft), suites (683 sq ft to 5,610 sq ft), and luxury collection properties. Room types range from Resort King to Four-Bedroom Presidential Suite with VIP arrival and butler experiences available.
- Casino Gaming: Traditional casino gaming including table games (blackjack, craps, roulette), slot machines (over 1,200), poker, and BetMGM sportsbook operations
- Food and Beverage: Multiple restaurants including Orla (Mediterranean by Michael Mina), StripSteak (modern American steakhouse), Libertine Social (by James Beard Award-winner Shawn McClain), Border Grill, and 24-hour dining options
- Entertainment and Ticketing: Ticket sales for Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil, Las Vegas Aces games, concerts at House of Blues and Michelob ULTRA Arena, and attraction admissions including Shark Reef Aquarium
- Meetings and Conventions: 2.1-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center hosting corporate events, weddings, and the annual IMEX America trade show
- Pool and Beach Club Access: Day passes and cabana rentals at Mandalay Bay Beach (11-acre aquatic playground), Moorea Beach Club, and Tailgate Beach Club (50,000 sq ft sports dayclub)
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Per stay | Resort King Room - 550 sq ft with Strip, beach, or mountain views |
| Subscription | Per stay | Suites - 683 sq ft to 5,610 sq ft |
| Unit Pricing | Per visit | Shark Reef Aquarium Timed Entry |
| Unit Pricing | Per visit | Shark Reef Aquarium Anytime Tickets |
| Subscription | Annual | Shark Reef Annual Pass |
| Unit Pricing | Per event | Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil |
| Freemium | Annual | MGM Rewards Program |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels6 records
Marketing channels5 records
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre integrated destination resort on the Las Vegas Strip that sells overnight accommodations in 3,200+ rooms and suites, casino gaming (slots, table games, poker, sportsbook), dining across multiple restaurants, ticketed entertainment, conventions and meetings, and pool/beach dayclub access. It operates as a wholly owned property of MGM Resorts International and runs the MGM Rewards loyalty program across all of its offerings.
Product overview
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre Las Vegas Strip resort operated by MGM Resorts International offering a diverse portfolio of hospitality products and services. The property features luxury hotel accommodations (resort rooms and suites ranging from 550 sq. ft. to 5,610 sq. ft. presidential suites, plus W Las Vegas and Four Seasons partnerships), world-class entertainment (Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil, Shark Reef Aquarium, Michelob ULTRA Arena, House of Blues Music Hall, and the new Tailgate Beach Club dayclub), an 11-acre beach and pool complex with Moorea Beach Club, a full-service casino with BetMGM sportsbook, diverse dining options (STRIPSTEAK, Orla, Libertine Social, Border Grill, Carama), Spa Mandalay, The Shoppes at Mandalay Place retail, and the 2.1-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center. The property participates in the MGM Rewards loyalty program with cross-partnerships to Marriott Bonvoy, Southwest Airlines, and Royal Caribbean.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Mandalay Bay Beach: An 11-acre aquatic playground featuring real sand, wave pool, lazy river, and lagoon areas.
- Moorea Beach Club
- Tailgate Beach Club
- Shark Reef Aquarium
- Michelob ULTRA Arena
- House of Blues Music Hall
- Swingers - The Crazy Golf Club
- MGM Rewards
- Restore by MGM
- W Las Vegas
Products and services
- Hotel Rooms and Suites Overnight accommodations ranging from 550 sq ft Resort King/Queen rooms to luxury suites up to 5,610 sq ft, including Elite King, Executive King, Penthouse Sky View, Reef, Moorea, Panoramic, Horizon, Media, Conference, Hospitality, Coral, Orchid, and Four-Bedroom Presidential Suites. VIP Arrival Experience and Mandalay Bay Butler Experience are available.
- Casino and Gaming Floor Casino gaming including over 1,200 slot and video poker machines, table games (blackjack, craps, roulette), poker, and the on-property BetMGM Sportsbook, operated for adult gaming guests.
- BetMGM Sportsbook The on-property BetMGM sportsbook at Mandalay Bay provides sports wagering, viewing parties, and exclusive in-app rewards integrated with BetMGM's mobile platform.
- Dining Restaurants On-property dining including STRIPSTEAK (modern American steakhouse), Orla (Mediterranean by Michael Mina), Libertine Social (by James Beard winner Shawn McClain), Border Grill, Carama (Italian by Wolfgang Puck), and 24-hour room service and takeout.
- Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil A Cirque du Soleil theatrical production featuring 63 dancers and performers in aerial performances and urban/hip hop choreography themed around Michael Jackson's music, performed in a custom theater at Mandalay Bay.
- Shark Reef Aquarium An AZA-accredited aquarium featuring over 2,000 animals including sharks, sea turtles, and marine life, offering timed-entry general admission, anytime tickets, annual passes, interactive experiences (yoga with sharks, stingray feedings), and the 36-seat Undersea Explorer VR Theater.
- Michelob ULTRA Arena A modern 12,000-seat sports and entertainment complex hosting major concerts, UFC fights, championship boxing, and home games for the Las Vegas Aces and Desert Dogs.
- House of Blues Music Hall An intimate concert venue featuring live music across eclectic musical genres, including Gospel Brunch on Sundays and ongoing performances by touring artists.
- Mandalay Bay Beach An 11-acre aquatic playground featuring real sand, a wave pool, lazy river, and lagoon areas, available to resort guests and via day passes and cabana rentals.
- Moorea Beach Club An elevated toptional (topless) pool oasis offering a private, upscale pool experience with day passes and cabana service.
- Tailgate Beach Club A 50,000-square-foot sports and pop culture dayclub featuring three heated pools, over 125 feet of LED screens, 25 luxury cabanas, and capacity for up to 2,000 guests; a concept of Clique Hospitality operated at Mandalay Bay.
- Swingers - The Crazy Golf Club A British-style crazy golf experience combining mini-golf with street food and cocktails in a party atmosphere.
- Mandalay Bay Convention Center A 2.1-million-square-foot convention center offering extensive meeting, exhibit, and event space for corporate meetings, trade shows, conventions, weddings, and group bookings.
- Spa Mandalay A full-service spa offering relaxation treatments, salon services, and wellness amenities for resort guests.
- MGM Rewards Loyalty Program MGM Resorts International's tier-based loyalty program offering points for hotel stays, dining, slots, and table games, with cross-partner integrations to Marriott Bonvoy, Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards, and Royal Caribbean/Celebrity Cruises, and up to 35% off room rates for members.
Quantifiable outcome
- Shark Reef Aquarium has attracted 21 million+ visitors since 2000
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
Customer profileNamed customers8 records
Segments5 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration7 records
Feature2 records
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- Clique HospitalitycoreClique Hospitality, founded by Andy Masi, conceptualized Tailgate Beach Club - a 50,000-square-foot sports and pop culture dayclub at Mandalay Bay featuring three heated pools, 125+ feet of LED screens, 25 luxury cabanas, and capacity for 2,000 guests. Grand opening featured Snoop Dogg performance with athlete appearances from George Kittle, Nick Bosa, and Tony Hawk. The venue operates as part of Mandalay Bay's pool and entertainment offerings.
- MGM Resorts InternationalcoreMGM Resorts International operates Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino as part of its portfolio of Las Vegas Strip properties. The parent company provides technology infrastructure, MGM Rewards loyalty program, marketing scale, and operational support for all property operations including gaming, hotel, dining, and entertainment.
- BetMGMcoreBetMGM serves as the sportsbook partner at Mandalay Bay, providing hosted viewing parties and exclusive in-app rewards. BetMGM is positioned as BetMGM's headquarters on property, integrating sports wagering with Mandalay Bay's Tailgate Beach Club and other entertainment offerings.
- Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)coreShark Reef Aquarium holds AZA accreditation as the first and only AZA-accredited facility in Nevada. AZA accreditation ensures institutions meet standards for animal care, conservation, education, science and recreation.
- AvisminorAvis is a preferred ground transportation partner offering car rental services. MGM Rewards members can save up to 30% off base rates with Avis Car Rental.
- Southwest AirlinesminorSouthwest Airlines Rapid Rewards partnership enables MGM Rewards members to earn 600 Rapid Rewards points for each qualifying stay at Las Vegas MGM Rewards resorts including Mandalay Bay.
- Marriott BonvoyminorMGM Rewards preferred partner allowing members to earn and redeem points across both loyalty programs, extending reach for international travelers.
- Royal Caribbean International & Celebrity CruisesminorMGM Rewards preferred partner for cruise line integration, allowing members to earn points across vacation experiences.
Scale indicators10 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: The Cosmopolitan is a Las Vegas Strip resort with hotel rooms, casino gaming, a strong F&B lineup, and the Chelsea entertainment venue. Comparable to Mandalay Bay in combining lodging, gaming, dining, and entertainment, with a similar upscale-leisure customer profile.
- Wynn Las Vegas: Wynn is a luxury integrated casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip operating hotel rooms, casino gaming, celebrity-chef dining, and convention facilities. Comparable to Mandalay Bay as a high-end Strip integrated resort competing for the same leisure, gaming, and convention customers.
- Caesars Palace: Caesars Palace is a flagship Strip integrated resort with hotel rooms, a large casino, celebrity dining, the Colosseum entertainment venue, and a convention center. Directly comparable to Mandalay Bay across lodging, gaming, entertainment, and conventions, and a top competitor for the same customer base.
- The Venetian Resort Las Vegas: The Venetian is a Las Vegas Strip integrated resort with 7,000+ suites, a large casino, major conventions space, and entertainment offerings. Comparable to Mandalay Bay in scale, mix of lodging/convention/gaming/entertainment, and Strip positioning.
- Resorts World Las Vegas: Resorts World is a newer integrated resort on the Las Vegas Strip with hotel rooms, a large casino, F&B outlets, entertainment venues, and convention space. Comparable to Mandalay Bay as a direct competitor for Strip leisure and gaming wallet share, with newer-build product.
- Aria Resort & Casino: Aria is another MGM Resorts integrated casino resort on the Strip, offering hotel rooms, casino gaming, F&B, and convention/event space. Comparable to Mandalay Bay as a sister property within MGM operating under the same loyalty program and competing for similar Strip leisure and convention demand.
- Encore at Wynn Las Vegas: Encore is the all-suite tower and integrated resort expansion at Wynn Las Vegas, offering hotel rooms, casino gaming, and entertainment. Comparable to Mandalay Bay as a luxury Strip integrated-resort competitor within the same broader Wynn Resorts portfolio.
- Bellagio Resort & Casino: Bellagio is Mandalay Bay's sister MGM Resorts integrated casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip, operating under the same MGM Rewards loyalty and infrastructure. Directly comparable as a Strip-based mega-resort combining hotel, casino, F&B, and entertainment, though it sits in a higher-traffic center-Strip location.
Emerging players
- Fontainebleau Las Vegas: Fontainebleau is a recently opened luxury integrated resort on the north end of the Strip featuring hotel rooms, casino gaming, F&B, and entertainment. Comparable to Mandalay Bay as a newer-build integrated-resort competitor targeting similar high-end leisure and convention demand.
Regional players
- Atlantis Paradise Island (Bahamas): Atlantis is a destination integrated resort with hotel rooms, casino gaming, a large marine/aquarium attraction, F&B, and convention space. Comparable to Mandalay Bay in offering beach/pool complexes, a major aquarium, and gaming, but serving a different geography (Caribbean) and therefore not a direct U.S. competitor.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance2 records
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino financial estimates
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Frequently asked questions about Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino
What does Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino do?
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 120-acre integrated destination resort on the Las Vegas Strip that sells overnight accommodations in 3,200+ rooms and suites, casino gaming (slots, table games, poker, sportsbook), dining across multiple restaurants, ticketed entertainment, conventions and meetings, and pool/beach dayclub access. It operates as a wholly owned property of MGM Resorts International and runs the MGM Rewards loyalty program across all of its offerings.
Is Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino a public or private company?
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino founded?
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino was founded in 1999. It employs 5,001 to 10,000 people.
Where is Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino based?
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is headquartered in Las Vegas, United States, in the North America region.
How does Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. Hotel Accommodations are the primary driver. The others are casino Gaming, food and Beverage, entertainment and Ticketing, meetings and Conventions and pool and Beach Club Access.
Who are Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Wynn Las Vegas, Caesars Palace, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Resorts World Las Vegas, Aria Resort & Casino, Encore at Wynn Las Vegas and Bellagio Resort & Casino. Fontainebleau Las Vegas is listed as an emerging player. Atlantis Paradise Island (Bahamas) is listed as a regional player.
Does Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino have an API?
No public API is recorded for Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino.
What industry is Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in?
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's product category is Integrated Resort Hospitality and Casino. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAGAJAA, Integrated Casino Resorts, with a secondary code of THAGALAC, Resort Convention Hotels. Its NAICS code is 721120 and its SIC code is 7011.