Caesars Palace vs Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's luxury Strip resorts compared side by side. Caesars Palace offers 3,970 rooms, while Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino offers 3,309 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Caesars Palace | Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Center Strip | South Strip |
| Price Range | $$$ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 3,970 | 3,309 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 124,181 | 135,000 |
| Table Games | 200 | 130 |
| Slot Machines | 1,900 | 1,600 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | Yes | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Caesars Entertainment | MGM Resorts |
| Year Established | 1966 | 1999 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 200 table games and 1,900 slots, Caesars Palace offers a wider gaming selection than Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's 130 tables and 1,600 slots.
Luxury seekers
Caesars Palace pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $$$ price tier.
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Caesars Palace backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Caesars Palace wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
Caesars Palace sits in Strip (Center Strip) and Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Strip (South Strip) — a short rideshare apart. See our Center Strip guide and South Strip guide.
The verdict
Caesars Palace wins 5 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Caesars Palace if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino if you prefer a well-rounded stay.