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| - This is my review of the Mandalay Bay as a hotel. It is based on a staycation from January 12 to 16 and two previous stays. I rated it by categories.
Pricing: three stars
Last week, Mandalay Bay beat all the Strip hotels on price. This was the week of major conventions. The price difference was remarkable. Even with the resort fee the price was acceptable.
Room: four stars
Luxurious describes the rooms at Mandalay Bay. There are two closets. Two flat screen tvs, one in the main room and another in the bathroom. The bathroom is spacious. It includes a shower plus bath tub. The toilet is in a separate room from the general bathroom. The water pressure met my expectations. And, the fragrance of the room exceeded my expectations. The Maid, for the most part did a good job cleaning the room.
Safety: Two stars
Hopefully there are cameras at the elevator bank. It is necessary since anybody could walk onto the elevator without a security guard manning them.
Location: Three stars
Mandalay Bay is the southernmost hotel on the Strip. When the Mandalay Bay-Excalibur tram is not operating, which lately is after 10:30 p.m., a lengthy walk or transportation is necessary. Because the location is on the southernmost part of the strip, traffic is far less chaotic than the Mid Strip. So having a car at Mandalay Bay is less of a headache. In my opinion with Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and Excalibur connected by indoor walkways, they are one megaproperty. In one megaproperty, there are numerous eating and entertainment options for all budgets.
Amenities: three stars in winter/ four stars in Summer.
In the Summer, Mandalay Beach is the ultimate swimming pool. There are waves, a lazy river, and sand. At night there are a couple of live bands, including a decent house band that plays in Orchid Lounge.
Personally, I have not been a fan of their restaurants. I have had three bad experiences at the Bayside Buffet. In my opinion, Raffles Cafe is grossly overpriced.The food court is nearly deserted. In my opinion, the connected Luxor and Excalibur offer restaurants with better value-or the closest thing to it on the Strip.
Mandalay Bay offers three coffee establishments. Two Starbucks and Orchid Lounge.
Chances of returning: High, just like many Las Vegas resorts.
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