MGM Grand undergoes $300 million overhaul of main tower, adding over 110 new suites

The MGM Grand hotel-casino in Las Vegas is in the midst of a $300 million renovation of its main tower, with the first set of upgraded rooms opened over the weekend. The project will overhaul more than 4,200 rooms and suites.

As part of the remodel, over 110 new suites will be created by converting approximately 350 standard-sized rooms on three top floors into larger accommodations, the Las Vegas Review-Journal reported, citing MGM Resorts International, the property’s operator. Construction began last month and is scheduled for completion by December.

The MGM Grand, which originally opened in 1993 as the world’s largest hotel, has undergone several updates over the years, including a renovation of the Studio Tower in 2022 and a $160 million upgrade of the main tower in 2012. Mike Neubecker, president and chief operating officer of MGM Grand, noted the latest renovations reflect changing preferences among Las Vegas visitors, with a focus on creating a more residential feel in the rooms, the report said.

“We’ll have a room product that we can be proud of, and I think it puts us on equal par to just about any property up and down the Strip from that standpoint. So, it’s exciting,” Neubecker was quoted as saying in the report.

The updated rooms were designed by San Francisco-based firm Gensler, known for its work on other Las Vegas projects such as Sahara and Golden Gate. According to MGM, the designs draw from the disco era and incorporate modern elements to achieve a “playful and elegant” atmosphere.

The renovations also include practical updates. The bathrooms now feature glass-enclosed walk-in showers, with bathtubs removed entirely. Closets have illuminated interiors and full-length mirrors, and each room is equipped with a mini-fridge alongside a fully stocked mini-bar.

Hallways and rooms are adorned with art pieces that Neubecker described as offering “hints of glamour and history.” He called the renovations a “significant milestone” for the MGM Grand’s evolution, adding that the updates were guided by customer feedback and changing guest expectations.