Durango Casino & Resort vs Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. Durango Casino & Resort offers 209 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 | Durango Casino & Resort | Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Off-Strip West | South Strip |
| Price Range | $$$ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 209 | 3,309 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 83,000 | 135,000 |
| Table Games | 60 | 130 |
| Slot Machines | 2,100 | 1,600 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | No | No |
| Live Shows | No | Yes |
| Casino Group | Independent | MGM Resorts |
| Year Established | 2023 | 1999 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 60 table games and 2,100 slots, Durango Casino & Resort offers a wider gaming selection than Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's 130 tables and 1,600 slots.
Luxury seekers
Durango Casino & Resort 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; 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
Durango Casino & Resort wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
Durango Casino & Resort sits in Off-Strip (Off-Strip West) and Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Strip (South Strip) — roughly 15–20 minutes apart by car. See our Off-Strip West guide and South Strip guide.
The verdict
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino wins 5 of the compared categories to 2. Choose Durango Casino & Resort if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino if you prefer more hotel rooms.