Circa Resort & Casino vs Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. Circa Resort & Casino offers 777 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 | Circa Resort & Casino | Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Fremont West | South Strip |
| Price Range | $$$ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.7 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 777 | 3,309 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 50,000 | 135,000 |
| Table Games | 49 | 130 |
| Slot Machines | 1,350 | 1,600 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Independent | MGM Resorts |
| Year Established | 2020 | 1999 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 130 table games and 1,600 slots, Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino offers a wider gaming selection than Circa Resort & Casino's 49 tables and 1,350 slots.
Luxury seekers
Circa Resort & Casino pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.7/5 rating, edging out Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Both share the same $$$ price tier.
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino scores better for families with a pool, live shows, and all-ages access.
Couples
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino wins for couples with a 4.4/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
Circa Resort & Casino sits in Downtown (Fremont West) and Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Strip (South Strip) — about a 10-minute taxi ride apart. See our Fremont West guide and South Strip guide.
The verdict
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino wins 6 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Circa Resort & Casino if you want higher guest ratings; choose Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino if you prefer a bigger gaming floor.