Mandalay Bay
Mandalay Bay is a large hotel at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip with over 3,200 rooms decorated in tropical style. It features an 11-acre pool complex with wave pools, lazy rivers, and a real sand beach, surrounded by palms and contemporary facilities.
The hotel was developed as a tropical-themed property and became part of the MGM hotel group, which has modernized it over the years. The addition of Shark Reef Aquarium and later the Cirque du Soleil show 'Michael Jackson ONE' marked important milestones in its entertainment evolution.
The hotel draws its name from a city in Myanmar and reflects tropical South Seas aesthetics throughout its design. The wooden details, palms, and flowers create a warm, exotic atmosphere that makes visitors feel transported to a high-end beach resort.
The hotel is located at the southern end of the Strip, about 2 miles from downtown, and is connected by a free tram to nearby hotels. Parking is charged daily, and guests should know that the property can become crowded on weekends.
The hotel houses Shark Reef Aquarium with over 2,000 marine animals including sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles that visitors can view through an underwater tunnel. Additionally, there is the unusual Minus 5 Ice Bar, a bar made entirely of ice where guests wear special parkas and drink from ice glasses.
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