Shark Reef, Concerts, fine dining and upscale shopping are just some of the draws of this casino, not to mention the beach and wave pool. On weekends and some week nights, the valet is full or reserved just for hotel guests so be prepared to parking garage it. I have been to Mandalay bay for the Barenaked Ladies Concert, Big Time Rush (for my daughter) and Shark Reef. I have also eaten at Burger Bar, RM Seafood a chinese restaurant and the Crepe place.Shark Reef is incredible and worth the reasonable 20 something admission.
Why only 3 stars you may ask? Well I never feel welcome here. The restaurants are all expensive, even the overrated Burger Bar. The staff seems less than friendly and getting around can be an adventure as you have to walk forever to get to Shark Reef. The rooms are not worth the hefty price tags.
Don't get me wrong, if you want to drop the dough, this place will make you feel like you are in luxury, but if you want value, you need to try one of the other resorts. Not to mention this is a M life property meaning resort fees and impossible comps. I much prefer Total Rewards where I almost always can get a free suite without much playtime and local discounts abound.
Still this is one of the better MGM properties, second only to Cosmo.