MGM Grand vs South Point Hotel Casino & Spa: Head-to-Head Comparison
Two of Las Vegas's Las Vegas casinos compared side by side. MGM Grand offers 6,852 rooms, while South Point Hotel Casino & Spa offers 2,163 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | MGM Grand | South Point Hotel Casino & Spa |
|---|---|---|
| Location | South Strip | Off-Strip East |
| Price Range | $$ | $ |
| Star Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Total Rooms | 6,852 | 2,163 |
| Casino Sq Ft | 171,500 | 80,000 |
| Table Games | 240 | 60 |
| Slot Machines | 2,500 | 2,100 |
| Poker Room | Yes | Yes |
| Sportsbook | Yes | Yes |
| Pool | Yes | Yes |
| Buffet | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Nightclub | Yes | No |
| Live Shows | Yes | Yes |
| Casino Group | MGM Resorts | Station Casinos |
| Year Established | 1993 | 2005 |
Which is better for…
Gaming enthusiasts
With 240 table games and 2,500 slots, MGM Grand offers a wider gaming selection than South Point Hotel Casino & Spa's 60 tables and 2,100 slots.
Luxury seekers
MGM Grand pairs a $$ price tier with a 4.3/5 rating, edging out South Point Hotel Casino & Spa on the luxury scale.
Budget travelers
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa ($) generally runs cheaper than MGM Grand ($$).
Poker players
Both have poker rooms; MGM Grand backs it with a larger table-game floor.
Families
Both rate similarly for families.
Couples
South Point Hotel Casino & Spa wins for couples with a 4.4/5 rating and a full spa.
Location & getting between them
MGM Grand sits in Strip (South Strip) and South Point Hotel Casino & Spa in Off-Strip (Off-Strip East) — roughly 15–20 minutes apart by car. See our South Strip guide and Off-Strip East guide.
The verdict
MGM Grand wins 5 of the compared categories to 1. Choose MGM Grand if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose South Point Hotel Casino & Spa if you prefer higher guest ratings.