Fontainebleau Las Vegas vs Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's luxury Strip resorts compared side by side. Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers 3,644 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 | Fontainebleau Las Vegas | Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino |
|---|---|---|
| Location | North Strip | South Strip |
| Price Range | $$$$ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 3,644 | 3,309 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 150,000 | 135,000 |
| Table Games | 180 | 130 |
| Slot Machines | 2,800 | 1,600 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | No | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | Yes | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | Independent | MGM Resorts |
| Year Established | 2023 | 1999 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 180 table games and 2,800 slots, Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers a wider gaming selection than Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's 130 tables and 1,600 slots.
Luxury seekers
Fontainebleau Las Vegas pairs a $$$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino ($$$) generally runs cheaper than Fontainebleau Las Vegas ($$$$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; Fontainebleau Las Vegas backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Fontainebleau Las Vegas wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
Fontainebleau Las Vegas sits in Strip (North Strip) and Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Strip (South Strip) — a short rideshare apart. See our North Strip guide and South Strip guide.
The verdict
Fontainebleau Las Vegas wins 6 of the compared categories to 1. Choose Fontainebleau Las Vegas if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino if you prefer lower prices.