MGM Grand vs Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. MGM Grand offers 6,852 rooms, while Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa offers 816 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | MGM Grand | Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Location | South Strip | Off-Strip West |
| Price Range | $$ | $$$ |
| Star Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 6,852 | 816 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 171,500 | 87,000 |
| Table Games | 240 | 70 |
| Slot Machines | 2,500 | 2,400 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | Yes | Yes |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | MGM Resorts | Station Casinos |
| Year Established | 1993 | 2006 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 240 table games and 2,500 slots, MGM Grand offers a wider gaming selection than Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa's 70 tables and 2,400 slots.
Luxury seekers
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa pairs a $$$ price tier with a 4.5/5 rating, edging out MGM Grand on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
MGM Grand ($$) generally runs cheaper than Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa ($$$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; MGM Grand backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa wins for couples with a 4.5/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
MGM Grand sits in Strip (South Strip) and Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa in Off-Strip (Off-Strip West) — roughly 15–20 minutes apart by car. See our South Strip guide and Off-Strip West guide.
The verdict
MGM Grand wins 4 of the compared categories to 1. Choose MGM Grand if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa if you prefer higher guest ratings.