A Walk Through Mandalay Bay (United States)
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A Walk Through Mandalay Bay (United States)
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Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands - United States
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2009-02-17
A Lush Welcome
AAA Four Diamond Award-winning Mandalay Bay is a lush, tropical resort. As guests enter from the Las Vegas Strip, intricately carved stone statues silently welcome them to the Valley of the Waterfalls where spectacular fire pots, cascading waterfalls, mythical architecture and verdant landscaping set the stage for discoveries of treasures yet to come.
Throughout the 60-acre property, thousands of palm trees create the sense of a sheltering oasis. The feeling of a vibrant paradise continues in the hotel’s registration lobby where visitors find a 14-foot-high, salt-water aquarium reminiscent of the beautiful coral reefs of the South Pacific. The impressive 12,200-gallon exhibit is filled with dozens of aquatic species including eight types of Angelfish.
Specialty Restaurants
From gourmet dining to informal meals there is something for every palate inside Mandalay Bay, including signature restaurants by some of the world’s most famous chefs.
StripSteak – The first steakhouse by acclaimed chef Michael Mina, StripSteak’s classic yet modern menu offers corn-fed, all-natural meat, line-caught seafood and fresh, seasonal produce.
Fleur de Lys – Preeminent chef Hubert Keller brings his talent and finesse for contemporary French cuisine to Mandalay Bay. Fleur de Lys offers three-, four- and five-course, prix fixe dinners. The elegant main dining room features 30-foot walls of cultured stone and a live floral sculpture of more than 3,000 fresh-cut roses.
Aureole – Charlie Palmer’s legendary restaurant enjoys a reputation as one of the finest in the United States. The centerpiece of the establishment is a spectacular four-story wine tower. World-famous “wine angels” use a high-tech suspension system to gracefully retrieve each order.
Wolfgang Puck’s Trattoria del Lupo – This Italian bistro by the world-renowned chef features regional classics with traditional and contemporary influences, served in an airy, café-like setting. The menu features an array of fresh seafood, pasta, gourmet pizzas and Italian specialties.
Shanghai Lilly – Chefs from the top kitchens in Hong Kong have gathered the freshest ingredients from around the world to create classic Cantonese cuisine with Szechwan specialties at Shanghai Lilly.
Giorgio Ristorante e Caffè (within The Shoppes at Mandalay Place) – The culinary creation of famed restaurateur Piero Selvaggio offers an antipasto menu with vegetarian dishes and cold cuts as well as pizza, baked pasta, meat and fish entrees.
Rick Moonen’s rm seafood (within The Shoppes at Mandalay Place) – Serving the very best sustainable seafood by celebrated chef Rick Moonen, the bi-level restaurant pairs friendly service with a sophisticated dining experience. The upstairs design hints of a luxury yacht-club dining room with contemporary architecture and a plush interior accented by modern materials. Downstairs is more casual with a bustling market atmosphere and abundant raw bar.
House of Blues Foundation Room – Reserved for members, VIP guests and special events, the International House of Blues Foundation Room is located on the top floor of Mandalay Bay, affording guests one of the best views of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. This penthouse destination combines an incomparable fine-dining experience with an intimate and eclectic atmosphere.
Casual Dining
Burger Bar (within The Shoppes at Mandalay Place) – Celebrity chef Hubert Keller offers up his sophisticated take on the backyard burger. Guests are invited to build their own unique, high-end burger from a kitchen full of four-star ingredients including Black Angus beef, organic American Kobe beef, Colorado lamb, lobster, foie gras, mushrooms and more. A casual, relaxed ambiance encourages camaraderie while deep, wood-paneled booths offer comfortable privacy.
Border Grill – Border Grill’s design features a casual, yet elegant wooden décor with digital menus at the entrance. An expansive bar area features 42-inch flat screen televisions and an upstairs dining patio with glass walls providing a spectacular view of Mandalay Bay Beach. A vibrant Mexican restaurant by famed chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, Border Grill was called “a stylish funky, pleasantly raucous place,” by Travel + Leisure magazine while Gourmet stated simply, it’s “one of America’s best restaurants.”
China Grill – The highly acclaimed China Grill, with restaurants in New York City and Miami, brings its famous “world cuisine” to Mandalay Bay. While Asian flavors and techniques are an influence, nearly every dish is prepared on grills or in woks using ingredients gathered from around the globe. Portions are generous and meant to be shared family-style.
rumjungle – A dancing firewall transforms magically into a soothing wall of water, providing guests with their first taste from a myriad of tantalizing images, flavors and aromas meant to awaken the senses at rumjungle. Walls of rum and spirits rise to the ceiling in an illuminated bar, while a tropical-inspired Rodizio menu cooked over a giant open fire pit offers unlimited quantities of meat, fish and chicken skewers served tableside.
Red Square – A Russian-themed restaurant and nightspot, Red Square is one of the coolest places in town, famous for its private vodka lockers and bar made of ice. Dining selections include an extensive caviar list and a critically acclaimed menu of updated Russian specialties and perestroika-inspired variations of Continental, French, Italian and American classics.
Red White and Blue – Red White and Blue derives its name from the vibrant colors of the American flag. This innovative concept combines three dining selections in one unique experience. Red offers American regional cuisine featuring a raw bar complete with market-fresh jumbo shrimp, oysters and Maine lobster. White features croissants, muffins, Danish, fine coffees and delicious desserts while Blue provides casual dining service for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
House of Blues Restaurant – Southern-inspired regional fare can be found at this live music and restaurant venue. Dishes include Creole and Cajun staples such as jambalaya and gumbo, as well as Southern favorites ranging from fried catfish and barbecued ribs to wood-fired pizza and “Blues” burgers. A renowned Sunday Brunch combines the best in live Gospel with an all-you-can-eat buffet.
Raffles Café – This upscale, 24-hour café offers a wide array of dishes from fluffy Spanish omelets and prime rib to simply decadent desserts. Large windows offer a spectacular view of Mandalay Bay’s lush tropical garden and pool area. Raffles is the perfect place for a leisurely breakfast, lunchtime meeting or late-night dinner.
The Noodle Shop – This traditional Cantonese kitchen is nestled within Raffles Café. In addition to a wide range of noodle dishes, a delicious selection of Asian favorites, including congee, rice and barbecue dishes, are available.
Bayside Buffet – Live action cooking stations and a wide variety of delightful cuisines from around the world make the Bayside Buffet an ideal place for any meal.
Turf Club Deli – Located in the Race & Sports Book, this convenient deli is set in the heart of the action. A traditional menu allows sports enthusiasts to grab a bite without ever taking their eyes off the game.
The Chocolate Swan (within The Shoppes at Mandalay Place) – This one-of-a-kind shop carries high-quality chocolate creations, hand-made candies and delectable desserts, including 11 types of truffles. Dine in or carry out, an afternoon pick-me-up or a post-theatre treat, The Chocolate Swan is the perfect extravagance.
Starbucks Coffee – With two convenient locations, one near Mandalay Bay Events Center and a second at the casino entrance to The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, Starbucks Coffee offers gourmet coffees, teas and coffee drinks, along with pastries, candies and chocolates for a quick snack.
*Additionally, Mandalay Bay offers 24-hour room service.
Mandalay Bay Beach
Located on 11 acres, Mandalay Bay Beach provides the ultimate in aquatic relaxation. This world-famous playground offers a wave pool, lazy river, three swimming pools, jogging track and 2,700 tons of real sand. Voted Las Vegas’ premier pool experience by the readers of TripAdvisor.com, a recent $30 million expansion brought to The Beach more premium seating and the exclusive new Beachside Casino.
Located steps away from Mandalay Bay Beach, the Beachside Casino offers three-stories of superior indulgence in a climate-controlled environment. On the first level, beach-goers may dine at the open-air Beach Bar & Grill. The second floor features blackjack, roulette and craps with fabulous views of the brilliant blue water in a casual setting. The third level contains five Villas Soleil with spectacular views of the entire Mandalay Bay Beach. Ranging in size from 250 to 500 square feet, each contemporarily designed villa accommodates up to 16 guests with cabana service and access to a private, third-level pool.
Set amidst Mandalay Bay Beach is Moorea Beach Club, an upscale, European-style pool experience. Catering to Mandalay Bay guests and non-hotel guests 21 years of age or older, this exclusive outdoor environment features dipping pools, cushioned chaise lounges, comfortable daybeds and a private pavilion. Poolside spa treatments also are available, including cold stone massage and skin-soothing “body shots” of lotion.
The May through September Beach Concert Series spotlights some of the best names in music as guests are serenaded from a one-of-a-kind stage above the water of Mandalay Bay Beach. Concert-goers are invited to bring their blankets and sit on the beach or wade in the surf as they listen to popular performers. Featured artists have included Cheap Trick, Ringo Starr and the All Starr Band, Styx, REO Speedwagon, The Beach Boys and Hall & Oates.
Shark Reef Aquarium
A total sensory experience, Shark Reef Aquarium is designed to transport visitors to an undersea world of fantastic sights, sounds and encounters. Featuring more than 2,000 dangerous and unusual aquatic animals, Shark Reef Aquarium takes visitors on a journey through an ancient temple reclaimed by the sea. Fourteen exhibits allow visitors to view 100 aquatic species, including 15 types of sharks and a Giant Pacific Octopus. A tiger shark, the newest resident and ranked second only to the great white shark in terms of attacks on humans, is the only one currently available for viewing in the U.S. The 90,560-square-foot aquarium also is home to a Golden Crocodile, stingrays, jellyfish, sea turtles and piranhas. Guests also can observe up close a rare Komodo Dragon with approximately 60 dagger-like teeth and deadly saliva. Shark Reef Aquarium is the only Nevada wildlife organization to be accredited by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
Entertainment
DISNEY’S THE LION KING (Opens May 2009)
From the imagination of award-winning director Julie Taymor comes THE LION KING, the spectacular musical phenomenon based on one of the most successful animated films in history. The rhythms of the African pridelands miraculously come to life onstage with a cast of more than 50 actors and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and songs by South African composer Lebo M, Mark Mancina, Jay Rifkin, Julie Taymor and Hans Zimmer. Premiering May 2009
Mandalay Bay Events Center – This 12,000-seat sports and entertainment complex is the setting for superstar concerts, major sporting events and national television specials. Featured performers include Black Eyed Peas, Keith Urban, Destiny’s Child, INXS and Toby Keith. Sporting events include the Ultimate Fighting Championship, world championship boxing events and the annual Pro Bull Riders Finals.
House of Blues – The House of Blues Concert Hall plays host to an eclectic mix of quality live music from artists like Bob Dylan, B.B. King, Guns N’ Roses and LeAnn Rimes. This legendary name in the music industry also manages the private International House of Blues Foundation Room on the top floor of Mandalay Bay.
Starlight Tattoo at House of Blues (Opened February 2008) – Starlight Tattoo at House of Blues marks the first time a music venue has partnered with a tattoo outlet. The partnership celebrates the joining of two of the most powerful art forms in our culture – music and ink. Starlight Tattoo offers three styles of tattooing – traditional Japanese hand-tool, traditional Samoan hand-tool and the modern techniques of Western style. CEO and Starlight Tattoo founder Mario Barth’s celebrity clients include Lenny Kravitz, Jason Kidd, members of the Wu-Tang Clan, Nikki Sixx and Ja Rule.
Nightlife, Lounges and Bars (Ages 21 and older)
Minus 5 Experience (Opened September 2008) – Parkas, boots and mittens now are mainstays in Las Vegas nightlife fashion with a lounge made entirely of ice located in The Shoppes at Mandalay Place. The first permanent ice lounge of its kind in the U.S., Minus 5 Lounge is an icy wonderland of intricately handcrafted ice sculptures and architecture where the temperature is a constant minus 5 degrees Celsius or 23 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon arrival, guests are served ice glasses filled with exotic vodka-based cocktails and invited to relax on ice couches. Before or after enjoying the wonders of the sub-freezing environment, visitors can warm up in the Minus 5 Lodge, a warm, rustic pub featuring ironwood beams, river stones and leather seats.
eyecandy sound lounge & bar™ (Opened October 2007) – Featuring high-tech twists, eyecandy sound lounge combines interactive touch tables, revolutionary sound stations and a touch-activated, multi-colored dance floor to create a unique sensory experience. Located in the center of the casino, eyecandy sound lounge is home to one-of-a-kind technology created by Réalisations.net. Four interactive touch tables allow guests to create and send visuals and messages while three sound stations allow users to communicate with the lounge’s DJ. In addition, the dance floor’s ever-changing landscape transforms with guests' movements as they dance the night away.
Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce – Designed to evoke the feeling of an old-school, back-alley club, Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce redefines burlesque, putting it back in the spotlight. Just beyond the club’s discreet entrance inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, trained professional dancers perform a sexy striptease from a time when exotic revue was an art form. The seductive sounds of a three-piece jazz trio accompany each performance.
StripSteak – Located inside the newest venture by famed chef Michael Mina, this lively bar on Mandalay Bay’s promenade sets the stage for a dynamic scene.
rumjungle – By day a Rodizio-style restaurant, by night an aesthetically visual club with cascading waterfalls, a vast selection of rum stacked floor to ceiling and pulsating Latin, Caribbean and African beats.
Red Square – A Russian-themed restaurant and nightspot, Red Square is one of the coolest places in town; famous for its private vodka lockers, ice bar and selection of martinis, Russian-inspired cocktails and more than 200 frozen vodkas and infusions.
J-POP Lounge – Mandalay Bay’s main entertainment lounge, J-POP Lounge is located near the hotel’s west entrance and features live bands nightly.
Orchid Lounge – A casually elegant retreat just off the Mandalay Bay lobby, Orchid Lounge is the place for an afternoon treat with a selection of pastries, coffees and snacks.
The Casino
With an unparalleled focus on customer recognition and more than 135,000 square feet of gaming space, the Mandalay Bay casino offers exciting round-the-clock action with a variety of table games including Blackjack, Roulette, Craps and Baccarat, 2,200 slot and video poker machines and a high limit lounge. In addition, a 300-seat, full-service Race & Sports Book provides the best in sports and thoroughbred wagering on 17 large screen televisions.
A 10-table, smoke-free poker room features a variety of non-stop games including Stud, Texas Hold’em and No Limit Hold’em, as well as daily tournaments.
Patrons also may participate in the MGM MIRAGE Players Club, which allows casino customers the convenience of carrying one card to use for both slot and table games at 12 MGM MIRAGE resorts and casinos. Because all casino play is recognized in a single account, it is an easy and fast way to receive cash back and complimentary services.
Guest Rooms and Suites
Mandalay Bay recently redesigned its guest rooms and suites providing guests with a contemporary new design and additional amenities.
Mandalay Bay’s deluxe room offers 550 square feet of sheer comfort and style. Warm textiles in pleasing earth tones and artfully designed furnishings provide a chic environment, while an abundance of upscale amenities ensure all the creature comforts. Lofty pillow-top beds with triple sheeting, a 42-inch plasma TV, iHome clock radio for guest’s iPod, cordless phone, mini bar, his- and hers-lighted closets, floor-to-ceiling windows, iron with ironing board and high-speed Internet access grace the bedroom while in the bath guests will find a 15-inch LCD TV, multi-jet spa tub with separate shower, twin vanities, make-up mirror, blow dryer and bathroom scale.
Mandalay Bay has 113 suites in 13 floor plans, ranging from 690 to 6,670 square feet. Designs vary from sophisticated and contemporary to casually traditional. In addition to the amenities available in all standard deluxe rooms, each suite offers a wet bar, extended living and dining areas, a big-screen television, spa tub, robes, an assortment of brand-name spa products and a powder room for guests.
In addition, 424 accommodations located on the 35th through 39th floors of the Mandalay Bay tower are managed by Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, with separate entrance, lobby, check in and hotel services.
Spa Mandalay
A world-class facility with 30,000 square feet of comprehensive services and exercise equipment, Spa Mandalay provides visitors with the ultimate relaxation experience while rejuvenating the mind, body and spirit. Treatments vary from classic massages such as Swedish and deep tissue, to diverse selections such as Mandalay Hot Stone Therapy and Shiatsu. Spa Mandalay is located on the Beach Level of Mandalay Bay.
The Shoppes at Mandalay Place Shopping
A one-of-a-kind retail experience, The Shoppes at Mandalay Place brings together more than 40 boutiques and restaurants. Located on the 100,000-square-foot sky bridge connecting Mandalay Bay and Luxor, unique shopping venues include the one-and-only United States-based Nike Golf store; The Art of Shaving, A Barber Spa; DuO, affordable fashions for men and women; ARCS, a Robert Cromeans Salon and upscale fashions from Nora Blue and MAX & Co.
Additional shopping inside Mandalay Bay includes bejeweled, featuring an assortment of fine watches and jewelry from renowned labels such as Rolex and Mimi So; The Wave, offering fashionable apparel ranging from Tommy Bahama to Hurley; and Pearl Moon, featuring designer ladies’ swimwear and accessories.
THEwedding Chapel
Fresh and trend-setting with a harmonic blend of earth tones, dark woods, modern artwork and glass-beaded lights, THEwedding Chapel’s understated sophistication and contemporary design set this chapel apart. Guests enjoy views of Mandalay Beach as they listen to music from a baby grand and await the happy couple in one of three chapels, capable of hosting up to 100 guests. Grooms are as pampered as the bride as each chapel comes with separate dressing rooms for him and her. All-inclusive packages range from the classically simple Crystal Waters, offering couples a boutonniere, bridal bouquet, garter, photos, pianist, minister and bottle of champagne, to the breathtakingly spectacular Diamond Lights, adding a facial for the bride, dinner for two, one-night in a Honeymoon Suite and breakfast in bed. THEwedding Chapel is located near the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, between Shark Reef Aquarium and Border Grill.
Meeting Rooms and Banquet Facilities
The four-level Mandalay Bay Convention Center is truly a facility for every function, offering more than 1.5 million square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space, including ballrooms ranging from 10,000 to 100,000 square feet. Mandalay Bay Ballroom is the largest and can accommodate a meeting for up to 8,500 attendees or dinner for more than 6,000 guests. Break-out space can be divided to accommodate more than 75 simultaneous meetings. The Mandalay Bay Convention Center is accessible through four separate loading docks on two levels. The facility’s state-of-the-art technology allows for the most advanced presentations.
A WALK THROUGH THEhotel AT MANDALAY BAY
Located steps away from the excitement of Mandalay Bay, THEhotel is a stand-alone, boutique-style resort with a separate entrance, check-in and spa. Providing a modern, intimate sanctuary, THEhotel is an all-suite hotel featuring 1,117 standard suites. Offering 725 square feet of luxury accommodation, each standard suite is furnished in rich earth tones and dark woods. The living room includes a 42-inch plasma television, half bath for guests, private bar, plush seating and an office desk equipped with a printer/copier/fax machine and high-speed Internet access. The separate bedroom features a 32-inch plasma television, pillow-top mattress, down comforter, wet bar, soaking tub with separate shower and high-speed Internet access.
Amenities of THEhotel
miX – Soaring high atop THEhotel at Mandalay Bay, miX is the perfect combination of culinary art, cutting-edge interior design and astounding vistas of The Strip. The Las Vegas debut of famed chef Alain Ducasse, miX offers contemporary and classic French and American dishes with global accents, as well as signature dishes from sister restaurants in Paris, France and Monte Carlo, Monaco. Accented by black leather, red lighting and a pulsating dance floor, the lounge at miX is the perfect place to spark up the night or simply relax indoors or out with one of the best views of the city.
the café – Offering a flavorful variety of anytime favorites and upscale dinner entrees, the café menu also features a special “spa” section with alternatives that are lower in fat and calories. Breakfast is served all day.
the lounge – THEhotel’s swank, contemporary hangout the lounge offers plush club chairs, bar seating and a semi-private billiards room.
BATHHOUSE – A state-of-the-art facility that redefined Las Vegas spas, BATHHOUSE offers an unparalleled range of therapeutic services – many created exclusively for the spa. Signature treatments include the Scents-of-You, which incorporates an individualized, custom blend of essential oils into massages, facials, scrubs, manicures and pedicures. A décor of dark slate, running water and cool glass further sets the mood for a soothing, tranquil experience. BATHHOUSE is located on the second floor of THEhotel at Mandalay Bay.
Shadow Creek
Located in the midst of the barren Nevada desert on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Shadow Creek has achieved national recognition and the kind of startling mystique reserved for only a select number of golf courses. The course, perennially ranked among Golf Digest’s top 10 courses in the country, is known for its natural beauty, rolling terrain, glistening brooks and ponds, lush gardens and mature trees. The visual elements, spectacular waterfalls and course design lend to astonishing views.
Shadow Creek re-opened in December 2008 following a seven-month enhancement project overseen by original course architect Tom Fazio. The course’s tees and greens were rebuilt and reseeded, the irrigation system was upgraded and a new world-class short-game area was created, intended to reflect the diverse and intriguing shot values evident throughout the course.
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