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| - Although I am a Vegas veteran and have been to MGM many times, I stayed here for the first time this Christmas. We stayed in the West Wing for 2 nights.
I had originally booked the very basic room, but at check in I was upgraded for free to the West Wing. (FYI - you can check in at the airport. Look for the MGM desk behind baggage claim.) The West Wing rooms were modern but small, reminding me of rooms in cities like NY and SF. The bathroom was especially cramped - no tub, little vanity space, toilet and shower separated by an opaque glass divider. We couldn't find room for the trash can without blocking the door of either the shower or the toilet closet. The room also featured a scale. Note to MGM - I don't want to weigh myself in Vegas.
But I will say the West Wing is conveniently located with good signage directing you to it throughout the casino. One concern I had with MGM is that it would be too, too big, and the West Wing took you away from the monstrosity of the main hotel tower.
I think MGM has one of the best sports books in Vegas, and I like the Stage Deli that is immediately next to it. The buffet was yummy (my surprising favorite selection? brussel sprouts!) and the food court had a Nathan's Hot Dogs! The pedestrian bridge between MGM and NYNY is a handy way to get to the other side of the strip.
I'm convinced the lions on display are drugged, but interestingly the motorized alligator at the Rainforest Cafe seemed to be a more popular attraction.
As far as fine dining, the selection there is growing. I've eaten at Emeril's place there and enjoyed it, but it was ten years ago so I don't feel I'm qualified to give a thorough review. The resident Cirque show, KA, is excellent.
In a nutshell - MGM is a solid, albeit nothing special, choice.
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