MGM Grand vs The Vanderpump Hotel: Head-to-Head Comparison

Two of Las Vegas's Strip casinos compared side by side. MGM Grand offers 6,852 rooms, while The Vanderpump Hotel offers 188 rooms. Here's how they stack up across gaming, rooms, amenities, and value.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature MGM Grand The Vanderpump Hotel
Location South Strip Center Strip
Price Range $$ $$$$
Star Rating 4.3 / 5 4.4 / 5
Total Rooms 6,852 188
Casino Sq Ft 171,500 40,000
Table Games 240 66
Slot Machines 2,500 440
Poker Room Yes No
Sportsbook Yes No
Pool Yes Yes
Buffet Yes No
Spa Yes No
Nightclub Yes Yes
Live Shows Yes No
Casino Group MGM Resorts Caesars Entertainment
Year Established 1993 2014

Which is better for…

Gaming enthusiasts

Winner: MGM Grand

With 240 table games and 2,500 slots, MGM Grand offers a wider gaming selection than The Vanderpump Hotel's 66 tables and 440 slots.

Luxury seekers

Winner: The Vanderpump Hotel

The Vanderpump Hotel pairs a $$$$ price tier with a 4.4/5 rating, edging out MGM Grand on the luxury scale.

Budget travelers

Winner: MGM Grand

MGM Grand ($$) generally runs cheaper than The Vanderpump Hotel ($$$$).

Poker players

Winner: MGM Grand

MGM Grand has a dedicated poker room, while The Vanderpump Hotel does not.

Families

Winner: MGM Grand

MGM Grand scores better for families with a pool, live shows, and all-ages access.

Couples

Winner: MGM Grand

MGM Grand wins for couples with a 4.3/5 rating and a full spa.

Location & getting between them

MGM Grand sits in Strip (South Strip) and The Vanderpump Hotel in Strip (Center Strip) — a short rideshare apart. See our South Strip guide and Center Strip guide.

The verdict

MGM Grand wins 9 of the compared categories to 1. Choose MGM Grand if you want a bigger gaming floor; choose The Vanderpump Hotel if you prefer higher guest ratings.

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